Head Mixologist

Job title: Head Mixologist

Job description: Head Mixologist:

As a Head Mixologist, your creative flair and passion for beverage will lead your Bar team to superior beverage experiences to our guests. Though your effective leadership and innovation, you will create drinks and menus that place Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Restaurant on the map as the “Hottest Place in Town”.

Hotel Overview:

Edmonton’s “Chateau on the River” For more than 100 yhears, Fairmont Hotel Macdonald has effortlessly delivered timeless luxury in the heart of downtown Edmonton. Nestled upon the North Saskachewan River Valley, the hotel’s charm and ever-evolving elegance has earned it the spotlight as one of the city’s most sought after locations. A storied past, an unparalleled present, and a future to be reckoned with, Fairmont Hotel Macdonald has set the stage for luxury in the heart of the city. Edmonton’s only four-diamond “Chateau on the River” offers unparalleled views of North America’s largest expance of urban parkland. Boasting dignified style and timeless grace, each of our 198 classically desgined guestrooms, including specialty suites, are tastefully adorned with the finest amenities. In 2016, we forever changed the game inluxury was we unveiled a completely re-designed Fairmont Gold and Lounge. Delivering personalized and discreet service, this hotel within a hotel offers an unrivalled experience unlike any other the city has seen, and likely ever will. From seasonally inspired menus to dining experiences that will satisfy any craving, see what our chefs are preparing in our confederation lounge and our award winning restaurant, The Harvest Room.

Summary of Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Director of Food and Beverage, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

• Work in partnership with the Restaurant General Manager you will execute the smooth and flawless operation of the Bar and Restaurant
• Complete all bartender duties when necessary
• Develop a complete working knowledge of the menu items and their ingredients and preparation
• Develop a complete working knowledge of all products served in the bar
• Ensure that all details of service are performed by the bartenders to expected standards and that every guest receives the highest quality of service in line with LQA standards
• Train bartenders and service team to ensure beverage knowledge and service levels are to standard
• Drive cocktail menu changes to ensure fresh, innovative and seasonally accurate cocktails are available on the menu
• Assist with beverage procurement, beverage costing
• Contribute to shift briefings as required as well as lead staff training sessions for all beverage products
• Complete product requisitions accurately and maintain bar beverage inventory control
• Ensure all bartender checks are closed and guest billing is accurate
• Ensure proper pouring, mixing, blending of drinks in line with Alberta law
• Monitor bar opening and closing duties and completed daily to standard by bartenders
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities
• Excellent work ethic with a high degree of responsibility
• Ability to work cohesively as part of a team and build relationships.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

• 5-6 years bartending in a luxury establishment.
• Excellent knowledge of wines, spirits, and mixed drinks
• Strong commitment to service

Visa Requirements: Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.

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Company: Fairmont

Expected salary:

Location: Edmonton, AB

Job date: Sun, 16 May 2021 22:33:35 GMT