- Full-Time
- Permanent
- FAIRMONT
- Food & Beverage
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Fairmont Chateau Whistler, Whistler, Canada
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Director of Banquets
Region
Luxury & Lifestyle
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.
Director of Banquets
Engaging service, delicious cuisine and distinctive surroundings make every special event at Fairmont Hotels & Resorts a truly memorable affair. As Director of Banquets, you will provide vision and leadership that fosters an engaged team and ensures quality, efficiency and superior service at each group function.
This is a full-time, permanent position.
Salary Range: $76,000 - $81,000 per annum, dependent on experience and qualifications.
Job Duties Include:
- Responsible for efficient management of Whistler's largest conference space
- Oversees the recruitment, mentorship and development of 70 Banquets colleagues
- Direct and manage all activity related to the Banquet department
- Follow and administer the annual budget, maintaining accurate Banquet billing and records
- Ensuring food safety practices are strictly adhered to including allergy and sanitation procedures
- Respond to guest concerns and react quickly and professionally
- Developing strong working relationships with other senior leaders across Conference Services, Culinary and Stewarding to ensure service excellence across all Banquet functions
- Attend pre-conference meetings with clients and departmental meetings with colleagues
- Minimum four years of experience in Food and Beverage Management including minimum one year in a banquet/event/conference setting in a full service four (4) or five (5) diamond property
- Results oriented with the ability to be flexible, work well under pressure and be accountable to make sound, thoughtful business decisions
- University/College degree in a related discipline preferred
- Knowledge of Fairmont Hotels Sales and Catering System, Property Manager, Birchstreet, Silverware, Avero
- Valid BC Serving it Right certificate
Job Perks & Benefits:
- 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
- Complimentary meal in our staff cafeteria per shift
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.
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