Banquet Houseperson

Be a part of a spectacular event! As a Banquet Houseperson with Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge you will create a special event that our Guests will remember. Your ability to work as a team player combined with your service skills and your engaging personality will ensure that our Guests have a memorable experience.   

Rate of Pay: Starting at $15.19 per hour. Full rate after one year is $15.58 per hour. 

What is in it for you:

• Subsidized staff accommodation provided on-site for full time status
• Competitive extended benefits package including medical, vision and dental for full time permanent status
• Employee Travel Program
• Comprehensive Wellness Platform (LifeWorks)
• Discounts on food & beverage/spa/golf
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge and over 5,000 properties with Accor

What you will be doing:  

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

• Consistently offers professional, engaging and friendly service
• Follow outlet policies, procedures and service standards
• Set up function and meetings spaces as per the Banquet Event Order
• Support department assisting food & beverage outlets including setting buffets; staging events & theme décor
• Build, set, serve and tear down of coffee breaks
• Communicate, anticipate & cater to the group conveners and guests for the duration of stay
• Support in house audio visual suppliers (PSAV) where required
• Adhere to the hotel’s vehicle handling and safety policies while driving hotel and guest vehicles
• Follow all safety and sanitation policies
• Other duties as assigned

Your experience and skills include:

• Food & Beverage experience an asset
• Previous banqueting or convention houseperson experience preferred
• Valid Alberta driver's license required
• Proserve certification required
• Previous knowledge of audio visual equipment preferred
• 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

Your team and working environment:

• Fast-paced, upscale, luxury hotel
• Close proximity to Marmot Basin Ski Resorts in winter and world-renowned hiking trails in summer
• Hospitality employees worldwide making this a great place to develop lifelong connections   
• Sitting: 1-2hrs/day
• Walking: 7-8hrs/day
• Standing: 7-8hrs/day
• Lifting: 5-6hrs/day required to lift up to 50lbs
• Bending/reaching: 2-3hrs/day
• Pushing/pulling: 1-2 hrs/day
• Environmental Stress: busy atmosphere, both internal and external temperatures

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 AccorHotels?

We are much more than a world leader. We are more than 250,000 hoteliers with a purposeful and heartfelt mission: to make every guest Feel Welcome in our 4,500 addresses and on our digital platforms.  We are committed to a culture and guided by our values that make our talent Feel Valued. We want them to express their passions every day and realize their full potential through exemplary professional development and growth opportunities, enjoying a life filled with unlimited experiences. To connect with us, please visit https://www.accorhotels.jobs/home.aspx

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