Company Description

Experience the magic of working at Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, a timeless Vancouver landmark known as the ‘Castle in the City’. With its majestic chateau-style architecture, copper green roof, and historic gargoyles, this stunning hotel has been captivating visitors since 1939. Located in the heart of downtown Vancouver on prestigious Georgia Street, the hotel is surrounded by a dynamic arts scene, vibrant shopping, exciting nightlife, and world-class dining. Join our cherished team, and be part of an unforgettable hospitality experience. You’ll help create lasting memories for our guests in a setting that’s as exceptional as you are!

Job Description

Champagne Bartender

This summer, Fairmont Hotel Vancouver is launching an exclusive pop-up champagne bar — a curated experience built around exceptional bubbles and thoughtfully paired bites.

As our Champagne Bar Bartender, you are the architect behind the bar. You'll manage a focused selection of prestige and grower champagnes — handling service, presentation, and the rhythm of a high-touch operation — while creating the kind of confident, unhurried atmosphere that invites guests to linger and explore.

This is a role for someone who brings both technical precision and genuine champagne knowledge to the bar — someone who understands that in a concept this focused, every pour carries the full weight of the guest experience.

Join us in turning moments into special memories at Fairmont Hotel Vancouver.

What’s in It for You

• Seasonal full-time role from May 2026, to September 2026
• Competitive pay starting at $23.12/hour, increasing to $28.90/hour after successful completion of the probationary period
• Complimentary meals during shifts through our Colleague Dining Program
• An inclusive, empowering, and positive company culture where people are at the heart of everything we do
• Exclusive access to the Pacific Northwest Food & Beverage Discount Program (up to 50% off at select Vancouver, Victoria & Whistler dining destinations)
• Learning programs through our Academies to sharpen your skills
• Opportunities to have fun at work alongside passionate hospitality professionals committed to making the world more welcoming
• The chance to work in a luxury hotel environment within a heritage building with a legacy dating back to 1939
• Opportunities to make a positive impact through Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives

What You’ll Be Doing

• Deliver warm, engaging, and personalized service in our pop-up champagne bar space

• Guide guests through food, wine, and cocktail menus with confidence and enthusiasm

• Provide detailed knowledge of menu items, preparation methods, and beverage pairings

• Create memorable experiences in the centre of the hotels lobby within our pop-up space

• Anticipate guest needs and tailor service style to suit the environment and occasion

• Ensure timely, accurate delivery of food and beverages with attention to detail

• Maintain mise en place and ensure all service areas are prepared for seamless execution

• Support service flow through food running, clearing, resetting tables, and bar support as needed

• Assist with private dining, events, and lounge service as required

• Collaborate closely with kitchen and bar teams to ensure a cohesive guest experience

• Follow all outlet policies, procedures, and service standards

• Adhere to all safety and sanitation guidelines

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For

• 1–2 years of experience behind the bar in an upscale restaurant, lounge, or cocktail bar environment
• Serving It Right certification
• Strong knowledge of food, wine, and cocktails (classic and contemporary)
• Engaging personality with a genuine passion for guest service
• Ability to adapt service style between refined dining and elevated bar settings
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Reliable, punctual, and professional in presentation
• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Experience with POS systems is an asset
• Fluency in written and spoken English

Applicants must be able to commit to the full seasonal period (May through September 2026).

Physical Aspects

• Constant standing and walking throughout the shift

• Frequent lifting and carrying up to 20 lbs

• Regular kneeling, pushing, and pulling

• Frequent ascending and descending stairs and ramps

• Ability to carry multiple plates and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment

Additional Information

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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