Bartender

Join the team at Fairmont Banff Springs. Set in one of Western Canada’s most spectacular alpine destinations, Banff offers a unique community of hospitality enthusiasts, outdoor adventure seekers, artists, entertainers, and families alike. It's the perfect work/life combination.

Bartender

A Bartender at Fairmont Banff Springs is responsible for the development and creation of all specialty drinks. Our Bartenders take pride in each drink that leaves their bar; with a critical eye for detail, extensive beverage knowledge, and a flare for showmanship, the bartender provides a libation experience, unparalleled.

What is in it for you:

• Subsidized staff accommodation provided on-site for full time status employees
• One complimentary meal per shift in our staff cafeteria (additional meals can be purchased for $4/meal)
• Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Vision & Dental) including extended benefits like; Mental Health (up to $5,000/year), Orthodontics (up to $2,500 - lifetime), Fertility Drugs and Gender Affirmation (Lifetime maximum of $10,000) for full time permanent status employees
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with employer matching up to 5% of annual earnings for full time permanent status employees
• Employee travel program with discounts on room rates as well as on food & beverage at Fairmont & Accor properties world-wide
• Access to the Mountain Explorer Travel Program – exclusive room rates for colleagues, which includes 50% off all food & beverage when staying at Fairmont Resorts in Lake Louise, Jasper & Whistler (subject to availability)
• Comprehensive wellness platform (LifeWorks) for employee mental health and wellbeing support
• Discounts while using our resort’s Food & Beverage Outlets, Fitness Centre, Spa and Fairmont Banff Springs Golf Courses
• Automatically added to our resort’s Colleague Lifestyle Program which includes access to staff activities and events
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within Fairmont Banff Springs and over 5,000 properties with Accor

What you will be doing:  

Reporting to the F&B Leadership Team. Responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following: 

• Consistently offers professional, engaging and friendly service
• Completing opening and closing duties, i.e. daily cleaning, stocking, dining room set up and maintenance.
• Working in a team atmosphere to provide exceptional service
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to work cohesively with fellow colleagues as part of a team
• Prioritizing and completing multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Participating in ongoing learning opportunities and enhancing their skills, abilities and professionalism for personal growth and development
• Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities
• Maintaining extensive product knowledge of menu items, beverage offerings and outlet operations
• Providing phenomenal guest experiences resulting in lasting memories for our guests.
• Other duties as assigned
• Able to work as a solo bartender in charge of wines, beers, ciders, cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages.
• Extensive knowledge of classic cocktails and ability to learn outlet specific beverages
• Ordering and monitoring inventory. i.e. responsible for daily orders, managing par levels, recording wastage/spillage/transfers, monthly inventory counts
• Daily operations. i.e. set up, pack down, polishing, cleaning and maintaining bar area (including surrounding areas), assisting floor when needed, serving tables, portering food, etc
• Meet, greet and seat guests and coordinate with other colleagues and MOD regarding preferences, allergies and special occasions.

Your experience and skills include:

• Minimum of 3 years experience in a fast paced restaurant/bar environment
• Must have Alberta Pro-serve Certification prior to applying
• Previous point of sale system experience an asset, but not required. We currently use Silverware
• Strong wine, beer, cocktail and food knowledge
• 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 multiple ski resorts in winter and world-renowned hiking trails in summer

• Hospitality employees worldwide making this a great place to develop lifelong connections

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. 

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.
Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit https://careers.accor.com/ Do what you love, care for the world, dare to challenge the status quo! #BELIMITLESS

APPLY TODAY: For more information on working and living in at Fairmont Banff Springs, please visit www.banffspringsjobs.com.