Porter, Banquets; Part-time

Job Description

We invite you to join the world of luxury hospitality at Fairmont Palliser as our new Porter. Inspire and create the grandest experience for our guests, clients and colleagues every day. You will be an ambassador of luxury service in Calgary’s only choice for events. As a Porter you will have the perfect opportunity to touch the hearts of our guests;

providing warm, engaging service while setting and servicing our conference and social events. You will ensure that every moment becomes a memory for our guests. Reporting to the Director, Event Operations.

• Responsible to provide engaging and luxury service to our guests
• Set up and tear down of rooms & event areas in the hotel
• Cleaning and maintenance of event spaces, including reporting maintenance requests
• Ensuring service areas and storages are clean and tidy
• Knowledge of all meeting set‑up standards
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment and ensure that all Health & Safety standards are met, procedures followed and has the knowledge and tools to work safely
• Maintain awareness of, and ensuring compliance with all food safety & hygiene policies and procedures are followed at all times
• Maintain awareness of, and ensuring compliance with all sustainability and food waste reduction/diversion policies, procedures and programs at the hotel
• To follow all department and hotel policies, procedures and service standards
• Execute all other duties as assigned by the Director of Event Operations or their designate

• Previous experience in Events (Banquets) is considered an asset
• Strong communication skills in English (verbal and written)
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and overnight shifts as required
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in dynamic and fast‑paced environments
• Proven ability to perform well under pressure
• Self‑motivated and able to work independently
• Strong team player with the ability to work collaboratively with minimal supervision
• Embrace the Fairmont brand promise and luxury in your role and in all your interactions
• Foster an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued and respected

Join our team and enjoy a range of exclusive colleague perks, including complimentary upgrades, extended stays, discounted stays across Fairmont & Raffles properties, special dining and wellness discounts, and added luxuries to enhance your experience. We believe in taking care of our team, ensuring that your hard work is rewarded with exceptional benefits. Comprehensive benefits package including health, paramedical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage for eligible employees.

Company‑matched pension plan, as well as RRSP & TFSA options. Complimentary meal in staff cafeteria during shifts.

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