Job Information
Fairmont Event Captain Server in Banff, Alberta
Company Description
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.
Job Description
Role of captain server would be to support Event Managers when needed in assisting with small functions and opening/closing large functions. Captain server will be familiar with opening and closing duties, sending reports, effective operating procedures as well as an appropriate pass on. When Event Manager is not present, Captain Server will take the responsibility of leadership and work with team and clients to provide exceptional service.
What you will be doing:
Reporting to the Event Operations Manager responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:
Direct specific events within the daily operations in over 78 000 square feet event space
Deliver clear and concise instructions to the Event team and effectively delegate tasks.
Coordinate with the Conference Services Team and Culinary to ensure timelines are met and dietary needs are covered.
Show flexibility and demonstrate great problem solving skills.
Be a creative voice of the Event Team by communicating constantly to the leaders and colleagues by using different tools to get the message across to everyone.
Other duties as assisgned
Qualifications
Your experience and skills include:
Must have Pro-Serve Certification.
Previous Food & Beverage leadership experience is an asset
2 years previous serving experience required.
Bartending, cash handling and previous Silverware point of sale system experience is required
Schedule flexibility, including early mornings, late nights, weekends, holidays, etc. for 3-12 hour shifts.
Must be able to lift and carry up to 20lbs and be able to be on your feet for 8 hours or more
Additional Information
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
Comprehensive benefits package Medical, Vision & Dental
Employee travel program with discounts on room rates as well as on food & beverage at Fairmont & Accor properties world-wide
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.