Banquets Manager

Nestled at the base of Blackcomb Mountain, just two hours north of Downtown Vancouver, Fairmont Chateau Whistler defines mountain luxury. Offering ski-in, ski-out convenience in the winter, and an on-site championship golf course in the summer, we are Canada’s year-round outdoor adventure destination. Additionally, we are Whistler's largest conference resort hotel, offering 5 unique dining outlets, a slope-side Health Club, and 519 guestrooms and suites.

Banquets Manager

Exceptional service and flavours are the hallmarks of every dining experience. We invite you to develop your leadership strengths as Banquets Manager and let your passion for guest service drive consistent guest satisfaction, an engaged team and outstanding operating results for the largest events space in Whistler.

This is a full-time, permanent position, starting in as soon as possible.

Salary Range: $68,000 - $75,000 per annum, dependent on experience and qualifications

Job Duties Include:

• Leading your departmental colleagues to provide excellent banquets & events to guests
• Ensure food & beverage brand standards are maintained
• Have full knowledge of all restaurant and bar menus
• Create unforgettable experiences for our guests
• Handle guest concerns and react quickly and professionally
• Assist in achieving financial targets through maximizing revenue and managing expenses and productivity
• Assist in performance management of all restaurant colleagues through constant communication, training, development and follow up

• 2 years’ leadership experience in Food & Beverage
• Strong events/banquets experience
• Thorough working knowledge of wines, liqueurs and other beverages. Sommelier designation is preferred.

Job Perks & Benefits:

• Subsidized staff accommodation provided
• Complimentary meal in our staff cafeteria per shift
• Access to our Employee Travel Program, with discounts on room rates and food & beverage at Fairmont & Accor properties worldwide
• Hotel leisure benefits including Golf/Ski passes

Visa Requirements: To progress with your application, you must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.

APPLY TODAY: Whether you're just launching your career or looking for a new adventure, we invite you to visit www.Whister-Jobs.ca to learn more about Fairmont Chateau Whistler and the extraordinary opportunities that exist within our resort!

We encourage you to let us know if you require any accommodations through the application or recruitment process, and we will work with you to meet your needs. Persons who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence: CWR.Careers@fairmont.com.