Vermillion Room - Food Porter at Sofitel in Banff, Alberta, CA

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

Food Porters play a crucial role in the overall success of our restaurant. By efficiently delivering food from the kitchen to the dining room, Food Porters contribute significantly to creating memorable guest experiences. They support servers by multitasking effectively, assisting on the floor, clearing tables, and polishing glassware. Join our team to be an integral part of delivering exceptional service to our guests.

Starting Rate: $18.08 per hour

We recognize tenure through our compensation. Hourly rates increase after six months, and yearly to three years. At three years the pay rate for this role would be $19.08.

Job Duties Include:

• Completing opening and closing duties, i.e. daily cleaning, stocking outlets, patio set up and maintenance, dining room preparation, moving and arranging tables and chairs, reservation bookings, confirmations and cancellations, coordinating FOH and BOH with regards to services, guests, allergies, VIPs, etc.
• Transporting food from the kitchen to the dining room in a quick and efficient way
• Assist Food & Beverage Servers in all aspects of the dining experience
• Assist guests regarding menu items in an informative and helpful way
• Have knowledge of all menu items, garnishes, contents and preparation methods
• Follow LQA and Forbes standards
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Your Skills & Qualifications:

• 6 months previous food and beverage experience required preferably in a fast-paced luxury environment
• Must have Pro-Serve Certification
• Must be able to carry and serve 3 plates at one time
• Schedule flexibility, including early mornings, late nights, weekends,holidays

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

• Constant standing and walking throughout shift (8 hours)
• Frequent lifting and carrying up to 40 lbs
• Frequent kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting
• Variable temperature indoor + outdoor
• Working in a loud environment

Additional Information

Job Perks & Benefits:

• Subsidized staff accommodation provided on-site for full time status employees
• One complimentary meal per shift in our staff cafeteria (additional meals can be purchased for $8/meal)
• Employee travel program with discounts on room rates as well as on food & beverage at Fairmont & Accor properties world-wide
• Access to the Mountain Explorer Travel Program – exclusive room rates for colleagues, which includes 50% off all food & beverage when staying at Fairmont Resorts in Lake Louise, Jasper & Whistler
• Discounts while using our resort’s Food & Beverage Outlets, Fitness Centre, Spa and Fairmont Banff Springs Golf Courses

Visa Requirements: 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.banffspringsjobs.com to learn more about Fairmont Banff Springs and the extraordinary opportunities that exist within our resort!

We encourage you to let us know if you require any accommodations through the application/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: bsh.careers@fairmont.com