Botanist Head Bartender - Full Time

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Job Description For Botanist Head Bartender - Full Time

ACCOR

Company Description

As a Head Bartender you will be the leader and driver for exceptional service, hospitality and creativity that are hallmarks of our award-winning Botanist Bar. Inspiring creativity and warm hospitality amongst staff and guests alike. As Head bartender you will oversee all bar operations and inspire your team through innovation, learning and practice and be a leader within the local bar community and abroad.

Job Description

Why work for Fairmont Pacific Rim?

• Be a part of a progressive hotel that embraces the culture and vibrancy of Canada's most beautiful city - Vancouver
• A competitive rate of $25.30 per hour
• Complimentary work meal through our Colleague Dining Program
• Exclusive access to the Pacific Northwest Food & Beverage Discount Program with 50% off at our dining destinations in Vancouver, Victoria, and Whistler
• Travel reimbursement program for a TransLink monthly pass
• Extensive benefits package including health, paramedical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance for those meeting eligibility requirements
• Company-matched pension plan and ability to enroll in the Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan for those meeting eligibility requirements
• Complimentary hotel stay for newly hired employees with breakfast for two through our BE OUR GUEST program
• Distinctly West Coast, the hotel delivers unique experiences through creativity, artistry, and elevated hospitality, while remaining at the forefront of elevating the art, music and fashion programming in the city.
• Distinctly West Coast, the hotel delivers unique experiences through creativity, artistry, and elevated hospitality, while remaining at the forefront of elevating the art, music and fashion programming in the city.
• An award-winning restaurant in a Food & Beverage division that promotes growth, cross-training and career development opportunities
• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide for you and your family
• Learning programs through our Academies designed to sharpen your skills
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Planet 21
• Career development opportunities with national and international promotion opportunities. The sky is your limit

What you will be doing:

• Leading a progressive bar team in a high end environment, focused on positive guest experiences
• Be an ambassador for the hotel and bar program including offsite events
• Work with Creative Beverage Director to develop and create a leading bar program
• Create bartenders spec sheets for cocktails including prep methods
• Consistently offer professional, friendly and proactive guest service while supporting fellow colleagues
• Prepare and serve cocktails/mocktails and mixology beverages
• Conduct colleagues performance assessment and manage training
• Lead the team to implement change and contribute to the innovation process within own scope of work
• Identify and establish internal and external stakeholder relationships
• Assist guests regarding all beverage menu items in an informative and helpful way
• Mix drinks and control the beverage stock as per guidelines
• Administer purchasing/receiving procedures and analyze alcoholic beverage business
• Have full knowledge of beverage lists and promotions, create menu lists and preparation methods
• Have knowledge of all menu items, garnishes, contents and preparation methods
• Follow all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage

Manage site/outlet and equipment maintenance

Qualifications

Your experience and skills include:

• Previous cocktail menu development, menu engineering and training a must
• Strong background in spirits knowledge with spirits educations courses preferred.
• Good wine knowledge- WSET 2 + preferred
• Must have BC Serving It Right Certificate
• Must have previous high-volume luxury food & beverage bartending experience. A 4-5 Diamond AAA/CAA or Forbes 5 Star hotel would be an asset.
• A Degree or Diploma in Hotel/Hospitality or Tourism is an asset
• Excellent knowledge of all beverage products
• Previous Point of Sale system experience an asset
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times
• Highly responsible and reliable
• Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment
• Ability to work cohesively and collaboratively as part of a team

Additional Information

Your team and working environment:

• With a bar, dining room, and an outdoor terrace garden, Botanist is an offer filled with wonderment and charm. We're seeking talented, passionate and energetic people to join our team. If you love food, drink and engaging with people, we'd love to hear from you.
• Join our team and be part of an award-winning, Michelin recommended Hotel
  
  Visa Requirements:
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.
  
  Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
  We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

Why work for Accor?
We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor's limitless possibilities.
By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit https://careers.accor.com/

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