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Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location Austin, TX
Austin, Texas

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Banquet Beverage Captain

Engaging service, delicious cuisine and distinctive surroundings make every special event at Fairmont Hotels & Resorts a truly memorable affair. As Banquet Beverage Captain, the warm and anticipative service you champion will inspire your team and ensure the success of our functions.

Hotel Overview: Fairmont Austin offers 1,048 guestrooms and suites, along with 140,000 square feet of meeting and event space. This is your opportunity to be part of the most anticipated hotel opening in one of the fastest growing markets in the US.

Summary of Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Banquet Beverage Manager, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

* Consistently offer professional, friendly and engaging service

* Supervise the Banquet Beverage team in all aspects of the department and ensure service standards are followed

* Assist Banquet Servers and Bartenders in all food and beverage items for assigned banquetmeetings

* Address guest concerns and react quickly and professionally

* Train Banquet Beverage Colleagues in the absence of a trainer

* Participate in scheduled departmental meetings

* Ensure proper staffing and scheduling of all Banquet Beverage Colleagues

* Review banquet event orders to ensure the proper set-ups are in place

* Have full knowledge of all menu items being served

* Follow outlet policies, procedures and service standards

* Follow all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage

* Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

* Previous luxury hotel Banquets experience required

* Previous Point of Sale System experience preferred

* Computer literate in Microsoft Window applications an asset

* University/College degree in a related discipline 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 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

* Frequent lifting and carrying up to 20 lbs

* Frequent kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting

* Occasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs and ramps

Visa Requirements: Candidates must be legally eligible to work in the United States.

APPLY TODAY: Whether you're launching your career or seeking meaningful employment, we invite you to visit http://www.fairmontcareers.com/ 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!