Banquet Server

Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge is seeking passionate and adventurous individuals to join our incredible team here in the Canadian Rocky Mountains. Our hotel offers a wide variety of jobs in over thirty departments and is sure to have something that sparks your interest. We pride ourselves on the work/play lifestyle that working in Jasper National Park provides and we do our best to ensure your quality of life is elevated when working for us. If you have ever dreamed of working in Jasper, don't miss out on this opportunity. 

Be a part of a spectacular event! As a Banquet Server with Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge you will create a special event that our Guests will remember. Your ability to work as a team player combined with your service skills and your engaging personality will ensure that our Guests have a memorable experience.

What is in it for you:

• Subsidized staff accommodation provided on-site for full time status
• Competitive extended benefits package including medical, vision and dental for full time permanent status
• Employee Travel Program
• Comprehensive Wellness Platform
• Discounts on food & beverage/spa/golf
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge and over 5,000 properties with Accor

What you will be doing:
Reporting to the Director of Banquets, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following: 

• Consistently offer professional, friendly and engaging service
• Follow departmental policies, procedures and service standards
• Assist guests regarding menu items in an informative and helpful way
• Assist with Coffee Breaks when required
• Project a pleasant and positive professional image to guests at all times
• Have full knowledge of all menu items, garnishes, contents and preparation methods
• Have full knowledge of beverage lists and promotions
• Deliver and present food items to guest tables
• Bus and re-set tables
• Perform opening, cleaning and closing duties
• Set up and tear down function spaces
• Report any irregularities or comments from guests
• Follow all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage
• Adhere to the hotel’s vehicle handling and safety policies while driving hotel and guest vehicles
• Other duties as assigned.

Your experience and skills include:

• 6 months Food & Beverage service experience required
• Previous banquet experience an asset
• Valid Alberta Drivers License an asset
• Pro Serve certification required
• SilverWare POS experience an asset
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities
• Highly responsible & reliable
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work cohesively with fellow colleagues as part of a team with minimum supervision
• Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times.

Your team and working environment:

• Fast-paced, upscale, luxury hotel
• Close proximity to Marmot Basin Ski Resorts in winter and world-renowned hiking trails in summer
• Hospitality employees worldwide making this a great place to develop lifelong connections   
• Sitting: 1-2hrs/day
• Walking: 7-8hrs/day
• Standing: 7-8hrs/day
• Lifting: 5-6hrs/day required to lift up to 50lbs
• Bending/reaching: 2-3hrs/day
• Pushing/pulling: 1-2 hrs/day
• Environmental Stress: busy atmosphere, both internal and external temperatures

Visa Requirements: Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent. 

APPLY TODAY: You can find out more about life working at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge - Jasper Park Lodge | Fairmont Mountain Meetings | (fairmontmtnjobs.com)

Why work for Accor? We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities. 

By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality.
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