Confederation Lounge Server (Seasonal Part Time until October 1, 2026)

Your Team and Working Environment

Since 1915, Fairmont Hotel Macdonald has effortlessly delivered timeless luxury in the heart of Edmonton. Nestled above the river valley, the hotel’s charm and elegance have earned it recognition as one of the city’s most sought-after locations, as well as the prestigious MICHELIN Key 2025 and Condé Nast Traveler 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards. World-class service awaits our guest’s every need. Our dedicated team is delighted to assist with a variety of personalized services to ensure guest comfort and convenience are our top priorities.  Edmonton's castle offers award-winning, locally-inspired dining, a multi-level health club facility, unforgettable meetings and events, and fairy-tale weddings.  At Fairmont Hotel Macdonald, our team takes pride in creating memorable experiences for every occasion. With over a century of hospitality excellence and deep community connections, we continue to uphold the high standards of service that have defined the hotel for generations.

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

Confederation Lounge Server (Seasonal Part Time until October 1, 2026)
As a Server with Fairmont Hotel Macdonald, you will be an ambassador for the exceptional service and cuisine that are hallmarks of our dining experience. Your warm, personal attention and knowledge of our outstanding Food & Beverage offerings makes guests of our restaurants and lounges feel unique and valued.

What you will be doing:

Reporting to the Director of Venues, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

• Consistently offer professional, friendly and engaging service and assist guests regarding menu items in an informative and helpful way, Follow departmental policies, procedures and carry out other duties as assigned
• Perform opening, cleaning and closing duties and service standards and project a pleasant and positive professional image to guests at all times
• Sell and up-sell menu and beverage items in a positive, professional manner
• Have full knowledge of all menu items, garnishes, contents and preparation methods & adhere to the hotel’s food handling and safety policies while serving guests.
• Report any irregularities or comments from guests to supervisors and leadership
• Other duties as assigned

Physical Aspect of the Position (include but are not limited to):

• Constant standing and walking throughout shift
• Frequent lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs
• Constant kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting
• Frequent ascending or descending ladders, stairs and ramps

Your experience and skills include:

• 1 year a-la-carte serving experience required in the last 5 years
• Pro Serve certification required
• Previous point of sale system 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
• Candidates must be legal to serve alcohol in Alberta (18 years of age) and must possess ProServe certification

Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining work authorization documents

What’s in it for you:

• Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Vision & Dental) including extended benefits like; Mental Health (up to $5,000/year),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 
• Comprehensive wellness platform (Greenshield) for employee mental health and wellbeing support  
• Learning programs through our Academies designed to sharpen your skills 
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities
• Career development opportunities with national and international promotion opportunities. The sky is your limit

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/