About the Role
Join Fairmont Royal York, a historic Toronto landmark undergoing a significant transformation for the zero-carbon century. Contribute to creating our next chapter by delivering unparalleled guest experiences and maintaining the highest standards of service in a supportive work environment.
Responsibilities
- Ensure smooth running of the banquet floor, leading Servers, bartenders, and porters.
- Attend daily management briefings.
- Execute meetings and events through thorough review of BEO details.
- Review room set-ups for accuracy.
- Plan and co-ordinate event details with kitchen, stewarding, and catering.
- Conduct pre & post function briefings and foster effective communication with staff.
- Ensure standards are adhered to through regular quality checks of colleague work.
- Direct staff in maintaining clean, tidy, and organized back of house service areas.
- Build & maintain communication channels with organizers before, during, and after all services to ensure all needs are exceeded.
- Coordinate on-site changes with kitchen and stewarding.
- Communicate with catering and all other departments regarding the outcome, opportunities & successes of all functions.
- Coach and counsel line staff during shifts.
- Participate in monthly communication meetings.
- Undertake staff performance reviews.
- Follow disciplinary process to maintain colleague accountability.
- Aid staff to excel in their positions.
- Ensure that billing of convention items is correct and posted in a timely manner.
- Follow established Billing Procedures.
- Liaise inter-departmentally to ensure that guest’s needs are prioritized.
- Maintain strong focus & constructive approach to achieving department goals with regards to Meeting Planner Scores, Colleague engagement, Revenue prioritization and Health & Safety.
- Conduct frequent inspections of Banquet facilities and equipment.
Requirements
- Fluency in English (written and verbal) required.
- Strong computer skills in Microsoft Suite required.
- Two years food and beverage management experience required.
- Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.
- The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.
Skills
- Hospitality Degree an asset.
- Previous experience in banquets in a luxury hotel is preferred.
- Experience in a unionized workplace preferred.
Location
- Toronto
Work Type
- Full-Time
- Permanent
Experience Level
- Two years food and beverage management experience
Education Level
- Post-Secondary Hospitality Degree
Salary/Compensations
- $60,690 - $70,000
Benefits
- Free Meals: Healthy meals on us every shift.
- Travel Discounts: Sweet deals at Accor hotels worldwide.
- Dry Cleaning: Free dry-cleaning for your work gear.
- Skill Up: Custom learning programs to boost your talents.
- Impact: Join our Health & Wellness, Sustainability, and DEI Committees.
- Level Up: Unlock new career heights with exciting growth paths.
About the Company
- For over 96 years, Fairmont Royal York has stood as a beacon of luxury and excellence in the heart of Toronto.
- Opened in 1929, this historic hotel was once the tallest building in the British Commonwealth, and today, Fairmont Royal York continues to be a symbol of timeless elegance and modern sophistication.
- Where tradition meets innovation, and every day offers a chance to make history, a million stories have been told.
- Join us in creating our next chapter with your story.
- Join a storied tradition at Fairmont Royal York, where nearly a century of luxurious hospitality and exceptional service have made us a Toronto landmark.
- Be part of a dedicated team committed to delivering unparalleled guest experiences and maintaining the highest standards of service.
- Benefit from comprehensive training programs, mentorship, and a supportive work environment that empowers you to reach your full potential.
- As the world and Toronto move toward a more sustainable future, our landmark hotel is in a stunning transformation for the zero-carbon century ahead.
Equal Opportunity
- At Fairmont Royal York, we believe that the strength of our team lies in its diversity.
- We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that respects the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of the individual.
- As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we provide equal access to opportunities.
- We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.
