Company Description

Why work for Fairmont Vancouver Airport?

Steps away from the airline gates, Fairmont Vancouver Airport offers 386 beautifully appointed accomodations and is the only hotel located within Vancouver International Airport. Our guest rooms and suites are spacious with soundproofed, floor-to-ceiling windows and unobstructed views of the airport runways and North Shore Mountains. Newly renovated, Fairmont Gold rooms are located on the top floor of the hotel with access to first class service and amenities, including the exclusive Fairmont Gold Lounge.

What's in it for you?

• An inclusive, empowering, and positive workplace, where we place people at the heart of everything we do
• The only luxury hospitality group to be awarded Great Place to Work® Canada
• The opportunity to have fun at work alongside passionate hoteliers
• The opportunity to live, work and play across the world through our employee travel and internal transfer programs
• Complimentary duty meal in our colleague dining room
• Complimentary hotel stay for two through our BE OUR GUEST program
• Employee benefit card offering discounted room and food & beverage rates at Fairmont & Accor properties worldwide
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Sustainability and DEI Committees
• A comprehensive benefits package including extended medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits
• A company-matched pension plan and ability to enroll in the Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (GRSP)
• 30% reimbursement for TransLink monthly pass or YVR Employee Parking pass
• Full hourly wage of $24.15/hr plus gratuities, following successful completion of probationary period

Job Description

• Consistently offer professional, friendly and engaging service
• Daily set-up and general organization of the bar area, ensuring appropriate stock of glassware, drink ingredients and mixes, and supplies
• Assist guests regarding all beverage menu items in an informative and helpful way
• Mix drinks and control the beverage stock as per guidelines
• Have full knowledge of beverage lists and promotions
• Adhering to Company policies and Liquor Control Board specifications and Safety Regulations when serving alcohol to guests
• Have full knowledge of all menu items, garnishes, contents and preparation methods
• In addition to tending the bar, table service of food and beverage may be required as business levels dictate
• Follow outlet policies, procedures and service standards
• Follow all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Previous Food & Beverage service experience an asset
• Previous Point of Sale System experience 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 as part of a team
• Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times
• Must possess and maintain a valid Serving It Right certification

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

• Constant standing and walking throughout shift
• Frequent lifting and carrying up to 35 lbs
• Frequent kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting

Additional Information

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/

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