About this role
Hotel Grand Pacific is seeking one Banquet Server to join our team in a full-time position.
An independent luxury property located on Victoria's beautiful inner harbour; we pride ourselves on creating an exceptional experience for our guests whatever the occasion. With a total 10,000 square feet of banquet space in our property, we host a range of events including weddings, Christmas parties, small business meetings, and large conferences.
Chosen candidates can expect to have varied availability in weekdays, weekend, and Night availability is required!
*What You?ll Be Doing:*
· Executing daily work assignments in accordance with the Banquet Event Order (BEO)
· Working as part of team to set up and reset rooms for all types of functions
· Monitoring quality of food & beverage products before service and coordinating with the Kitchen to ensure adequate supply
· Providing a mixture of buffet and table service
· Ensuring excellent guest service by observing the room, anticipating guest needs, and answering questions.
*What We?re Looking For:*
· At least 1 year of serving experience
· Exposure to event work (weddings, parties, etc.) either as a server or catering setup
· Food Safe and Serving It Right certifications
· Comfortable with physical work and able to safely lift/push/pull 30 pounds without exertion
· Observant, organized and attentive to detail, with a high level of initiative
· Friendly team player with positive and effective communication skills
· Professional and accountable, with a high level of integrity
· Flexible availability and comfortable with late finishes
· Must be available to work weekends
· Must be of legal age to serve alcohol in BC
· Bartending experience is an asset
· Able to maintain high standards of personal presentation
*Why Choose Us?*
· Professional & supportive work environment with a high regard for employee safety
· Onsite parking for staff
· Excellent extended benefits (Life and AD&D, Health, Dental, Vision, and an Employee and Family Assistance program) upon qualification
· A matching Defined Contribution Pension Plan available after 1 year of employment
· Subsidized employee meals
· Food discounts in both our Courtyard Café and Fathom Restaurant
· Discounted membership for Victoria Athletic Club
· Discounted hotel rate for Friends and Family
· Employee recognition & referral program
· Treat days, employee events and an annual employee party
· We are an equal opportunities employer and value diversity in our team
· We are Biosphere Certified and committed to developing positive environmental initiatives.
\*We thank applicants for their interest but are only able to consider candidates with valid authorization to work in Canada\*
_Hotel Grand Pacific is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible interview process. Any applicants that will require accommodations during the screening process are encouraged to contact 250 380-4490 to discuss their needs. _
Pay: $19.18-$21.79 per hour
Work Location: In person