Banquet Server (Seasonal)

Be a part of a spectacular event! As a Banquet Server with Fairmont Hotels & Resorts 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.

Hotel Overview:

Just east of the Pacific and slightly north of Expectation.

Welcome to Fairmont Grand Del Mar. An elegant tribute to classic Mediterranean estate, seamlessly fusing old-world charm with modern luxury. Here, an award-winning, Renaissance-inspired spa, critically acclaimed dining, exclusive boutique shopping and championship golf course.

Growth and advancement is not only available, it is actively encouraged. We promote a balanced life for our colleagues, continuously seeking new ways to improve our environment and to support our beautiful home of San Diego.

Summary of Responsibilities:

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

• Linen and table setting, food station design, and beverage service.

• Other duties include general banquet preparation, room refreshes, and maintaining a safe and sanitary working environment.

• Maintain complete knowledge of:

• Daily scheduled group functions, times, locations, amount of people.

• Location of all hotel function space and names of rooms.

• All styles of meeting and banquet room settings.

• Correct maintenance and use of equipment.

• All departmental/hotel policies and procedures.

• All safety guidelines.

• Serve wine in accordance to the Banquet Event Order.

• Ability to understand guests' service needs and set up requirements.

• Ability to prioritize, organize and follow through.

• Ability to follow directions.

• Ability to focus attention on detail.

• Ability to adhere to timelines in completion of set-ups.

• Ability to adapt to priority changes of work flow or requirements.

• Ability to perform job functions with minimal supervision from Manager.

• Ability to performs and remain extremely alert while operating designated equipment, machinery and tools.

• Ability to exert physical effort in transporting and placement of tables, chairs, staging, dance floor, podiums and other meeting/banquet room equipment. (When Needed)

• Ability to endure physical movements in performing job functions.

• Ability to work cohesively with other departments and co-workers as part of a team.

Qualifications:

• Previous service experience an asset
• Previous point of sale system experience an asset
• 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
• Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times

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

• Constant standing and walking throughout shift
• Constant lifting and carrying up to 20 lbs.
• Occasional kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting
• Occasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs and ramps
  

Visa Requirements: Must be eligible to work in U.S.

APPLY TODAY: Whether you're launching your career or seeking meaningful employment, we invite you to visit to learn more about Fairmont Hotels & Resorts-and the extraordinary opportunities that exist!

ABOUT FAIRMONT HOTELS & RESORTS

At Fairmont Hotels & Resorts we offer our guests the finest hospitality experience in each of our destinations. And we know that, to offer our guests the best, we first need to offer our employees the best. That's why you'll find exceptional work opportunities-throughout North America and the Caribbean, Europe and Africa, the Middle East and Asia Pacific-as well as industry-leading training, career development, recognition and rewards. Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is a celebrated collection of hotels that includes landmark locations like London's The Savoy, New York's The Plaza, and Shanghai's Fairmont Peace Hotel. Our teams are guided by values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork and Empowerment; we employ the highest ethical and quality standards, treating all colleagues with fairness and dignity. A community and environmental leader, Fairmont is also regarded for its responsible tourism practices and award-winning Green Partnership program. An exciting future awaits!

Fairmont Grand Del Mar is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. EOE/M/F/D/V