The Banff Gondola Patio Bartender

Pursuit Collection
 
1 Mountain Ave, Banff, AB
$18 an hour - Seasonal, Full-time
Pursuit Collection
1 Mountain Ave, Banff, AB
$18 an hour

Job details

Pay
$18 an hour
Job type
Seasonal
Full-time
Shift and schedule
Morning shift

Location
1 Mountain Ave, Banff, AB

Full job description
What will be your daily pursuit?:
Striving to provide our guests with excellent beverage service in a professional and sincere manner.
Compensation:
$18.00 Per hour
What perks can you expect?:
Work in a dynamic, culturally diverse team from around the globe
Work experience in an iconic, unforgettable, and inspiring location
Free access to Pursuit attractions for staff and family, send a friend at half the price!
Discounted hotel stays under Pursuit’s lodging offerings, and discounted food & beverage and retail experiences
A safe work environment with structured COVID procedures and vaccination policies
The chance to work in an inclusive culture and make life-long friends
Access to subsidized mental health and wellness resources
Opportunities for career growth or future work at other Pursuit locations
Access to one of the world’s most beautiful and iconic National Parks
What will you do in this job?:
The Sky Bistro is our flagship restaurant located at the top of Sulphur Mountain and at the pinnacle of our Food and Beverage experiences. Our focus is to build a strong service oriented team that will propel the Sky Bistro experience to great heights.

Responsibilities will include:

Striving to provide our guests with excellent service and memorable experiences in a professional and sincere manner
Ensuring that guest complaints are resolved to the satisfaction of the guest and that each interaction is treated as an opportunity to “WOW” the guest
Able to communicate effectively to all customers
Make employee and guest safety a cultural cornerstone to maintain our reputation as an industry leader and guest safety advocate
Courteous service to all guests
Answer questions when asked about the surroundings / menu
Know cocktail & drinks menu extensively and able to guide customers accordingly
Use basic wine knowledge to guide customers accordingly – based on food pairing, sweetness levels
Execute proper wine service as trained by your Sommelier
Know all food items on menu
Pass the food menu test at the end of the training program (85%)
Must pass the drink menu test at the end of training program (85%)
Ensuring that all areas are clean and orderly at all times
Ensuring stockrooms and storage are neat and organized at all times
Certify and confirm that SOP’s are followed and completed
Assist the restaurant team with special projects, promotions, functions and special events
Ensuring proper cash and float security during operating hours
Manage your own cash floats on a daily basis
What skills and experience do you need for this job?:
Basic knowledge on the distilling process of each main spirit group (i.e. vodka, rum, gin, whiskeys etc.)
Thrives in a fast paced, high energy work environment.
Always properly groomed
At least 1+ year bar experience with a minimum of 6 months working in a busy restaurant environment
Customer service oriented
A positive attitude and be a ‘go getter’
Able to lift at least 15 pounds
Able to stand for long periods of time
Proserve qualifications
Flexible with work schedule (morning & evening shifts)
Closing:
Equal Employment Opportunity Information

Pursuit is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.
Pursuit places a high value on diverse backgrounds and experiences, recognizing that they serve as catalysts for creativity and innovation. We encourage individuals who are eligible to work in Canada to apply and join our inclusive team!

We are working to eliminate barriers for applicants and team members from equity-deserving groups. If you can’t apply online or need accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our Talent & Acquisition Team at BJCtalent@pursuitcollection.com
We thank all candidates for their interest; however, please note that only applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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