Bartender

The Opportunity

As part of our award-winning hospitality services, Banff Centre features a number of dining options for guests and participants - beautifully appointed banquets; market-style choices for daily dining; casual options for a quick bite, take-away, or pub-style fare; room service delivered to either guest bedrooms or meeting spaces.

The Food and Beverage department is looking for a Bartender to be responsible for the friendly and efficient set-up, service, tear-down and cleaning of all assigned beverage areas which could include the main dining room, special function rooms, Jenny Belzberg Theatre, Maclab Bistro, and remote locations. Our Bartenders ensure prompt and efficient service of all beverage items in accordance with AGLC laws and the standards of excellence set forth by Banff Centre. We are looking for a motivated individual with a passion for providing superior customer service.

Roles and Responsibilities

Reporting to the Manager, Food & Beverage, below are some key accountabilities:

• Positively engaging our guests
• Setting up and stocking bar stations and any other required pre-event set-up
• Preparing and serving alcoholic beverages
• Tearing down bar stations and tidying up spaces post-event
• Taking payment when applicable

Qualification and Educational Requirements

• Has previous experience as a bartender in a professional environment
• Completion of Alberta ProServe certification
• Is able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Possess a high standard of customer service and good organizational skills
• Enjoys interacting with a diverse group of people (artists, leadership participants, conference delegates, etc.)
• Is able to work effectively while under pressure due to time constraints or large volumes of people

Special Requirements

• Due to the nature of the job, this position requires the candidate to be available to work a flexible, irregular schedule including evenings and weekends.
• Due to liquor license requirements, only candidates 18 years and older can be considered for this position.

Employment Terms & Benefits

• In accordance with CUPE 4318, this is a unionized, hourly support staff position, subject to a 500-hour probationary period.
• This position pays $17.35 per hour working up to 37.5 hours per week on a rotating schedule.
• Benefits of working at Banff Centre are:Employee Assistance Program Professional developmentStaff cafeteria and restaurant discountsOnsite fitness facility at a discounted rate – first month free for new staff!