Full-Time Seasonal Server - Olympic Bar

Fairmont; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted stays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K retirement plan

Meal breaks with meals

Travel program across properties

Job summary

Fairmont Olympic Hotel in Seattle invites applications for a Full-Time Olympic Bar Seasonal Server. Join a luxury team and assist guests during service in a dynamic environment. This seasonal role runs with a tentative end date of January 5th, 2027.

Responsibilities include menu knowledge, wine recommendations, proper station setup, and delivering exceptional guest experiences. Must have strong hospitality skills and flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least two years high volume restaurant serving experience preferred.
• Luxury dining experience preferred.
• General knowledge of Alcoholic beverages.
• Working knowledge of wine & wine-pairings; Advanced knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Familiar with all menus including wine and beverage lists.
• Resets dining room according to meal period and table needs.
• Performs restaurant service preparation duties such as preparing condiments, polishing glassware and silverware, brewing coffee and ensuring work stations are stocked.
• Informs and promotes guests of daily/nightly specials.
• Offers creative selling of products to guests.
• Answers questions and/or makes recommendations on menu items.
• Explains how various menu items are prepared, describing cooking methods and ingredients.
• Takes into consideration any special request, dietary issues made by the guests.
• Describes and recommends wine pairings to guests.
• Brings wine selections to tables with appropriate glasses and pours the wine for guests.
• Ensures final quality check on food and beverage prior to serving guests.
• Clear, clean, reset, and maintain station during shift.
• Serves food and beverages to guests and adheres to the steps of service.

Skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Customer service

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Join a dynamic team and be part of a network of 90 spectacular properties, and 34 more in the pipeline, in 30 countries around the globe. Our properties are located from the beaches of Hawaii, to the unspoiled national parks of Canada, to the heart of London, to the deserts of the United Arab Emirates.

About Fairmont Olympic Hotel

Since 1924, the Fairmont Olympic Hotel has stood at the center of Seattle, not just geographically, but culturally. Generations of guests have arrived and left as part of the story: dignitaries and rock stars, brides and business titans, locals marking milestones they'll tell their grandchildren about.

Our colleagues don't just work here. They hold the keys, to a guest's first unforgettable Seattle visit, to a memory that outlasts the stay, to the moments that make the us the Olympic.

Join the legacy. A century of stories has been written here; become part of what's written next.

Job Description

We invite you to join the world of luxury hospitality at Fairmont Olympic as our new FT Olympic Bar Seasonal Server! The Olympic Bar is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Full-Time Seasonal Server to join our dynamic team and assist our guests during service. If you are eager to deliver exceptional service and be part of the Fairmont experience, we would love to hear from you! This is a seasonal position with a tentative end date of January 5th, 2027.

Key Responsibilities:

• Familiar with all menus including wine and beverage lists
• Resets dining room according to meal period and table needs
• Performs restaurant service preparation duties such as preparing condiments, polishing glassware and silver ware, brewing coffee and ensuring work stations are stocked
• Informs and promotes guests of daily/nightly specials
• Offers creative selling of products to guests
• Answers questions and/or makes recommendations on menus items
• Explains how various menu items are prepared, describing cooking methods and ingredients
• Takes into consideration any special request, dietary issues made by the guests
• Describes and recommends wine pairings to guests
• Brings wine selections to tables with appropriate glasses and pours the wine for guests
• Ensures final quality check on food and beverage prior to serving guests
• Clear, clean, reset, and maintain station during shift
• Serves food and beverages to guests and adheres to the steps of service
• Follows all proper credit card and cash handling procedures
• Addresses any guest issue promptly and with concern
• Provides assistance to restaurant staff as needed
• Additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

What will you bring to this role?

Experience & Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• At least two years high volume restaurant serving experience preferred
• Luxury dining experience preferred
• General knowledge of Alcoholic beverages
• Working knowledge of wine & wine-pairings; Advanced knowledge preferred

Job Requirements:

• Embrace the Fairmont brand promise and luxury in your role and in all your interactions.
• Foster an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued and respected
• Must hold authorization to work in the USA
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must possess a valid Washington State Alcohol MAST Permit (Class 13)
• Must possess a valid Washington Food Worker Card
• Must be able to read, write and speak English
• Must possesses excellent communication skills
• Must be professional in appearance and demeanor
• Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include evenings, weekends and holidays
• Must have a passion for creating an exceptional experience for all guests.

Working Conditions:

• Must be able to stand on feet throughout the shift, with intermittent periods of walking
• Must be able to frequently lift and carry up to 25 lbs at shoulder height

Additional Information

Employee Benefits:

Join our team and enjoy a range of exclusive colleague perks, including complimentary upgrades, extended stays, discounted stays across Fairmont & Raffles properties, special dining and wellness discounts, and added luxuries to enhance your experience. We believe in taking care of our team, ensuring that your hard work is rewarded with exceptional benefits.

What's in it for you:

• $21.30 per hour + tips
• Employee travel program offering discounted rates in Fairmont’s and Accor worldwide
• Parking/Commuting Discounts
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance available for all full-time employees and their families. Additional supplemental insurance available. Free base employee only medical insurance
• Paid meal breaks with complimentary meals served in our Staff Dining room
• Learning programs through our Academies.
• 401K Retirement plans with a 4% match for all colleagues
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities
• Fun, elegant atmosphere with amazing colleagues!

Our Values

Respect: We value the needs, ideas and individuality of others. We treat everyone with fairness and dignity.

Excellence: We make genuine connections, and we cherish every opportunity to make the people around us feel special.

Belonging: We celebrate our differences. We support each other and we always stand together.

Empowerment: We have authority to take initiative and anticipate moments that create unforgettable experiences.

Integrity: We build trust through mutual respect and being authentic.

Diversity & Inclusion

Fairmont is committed to creating an inclusive environment where diverse talent thrives. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join our team.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.