Company Overview

InnVest Hotels is the largest independent hotel owner and operator in Canada, with more than 100 properties spread across roughly 18 internationally recognized brands. Its portfolio stretches from Vancouver, British Columbia to Corner Brook, Newfoundland, and includes a mix of roadside inns and larger conference-capable hotels that regularly host weddings, corporate meetings, and banquets.

Banquet and catering teams sit at the center of a hotel’s event business. At properties with dedicated function space, banquet servers work alongside a catering coordinator and kitchen staff to turn a signed contract into a smoothly run event, whether that’s a 40-person corporate lunch or a 300-guest wedding reception.

Learn more about the company and its Canadian hotel portfolio on the official InnVest Hotels website.

Job Description

As a Banquet Server, you’ll set up function rooms, serve food and beverages during the event, and break everything down afterward. Shifts follow the hotel’s event calendar rather than a fixed daily schedule, so the pace and hours change depending on what’s booked — a quiet weekday meeting one day, a full wedding reception the next.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up banquet rooms with linens, place settings, and glassware according to the catering contract
• Greet and interact with guests courteously, staying visible and attentive throughout your section
• Deliver food and beverage service in line with the event’s timing and style, from plated dinners to buffets
• Prepare and maintain portable bars where alcohol service is part of the event
• Assist with basic audio-visual setup and keep equipment in working order during the function
• Attend pre-event roll call meetings to confirm event details, guest counts, and any special requests
• Break down and reset the room promptly once the event concludes
• Work closely with the kitchen and event captain to keep service running on schedule

Qualifications & Skills

• Previous banquet, restaurant, or catering service experience is an asset
• Basic reading, writing, and math skills for handling orders and event details
• Smart Serve certification (or provincial equivalent) required or obtainable before starting, where alcohol service is involved
• Comfortable standing and moving for extended periods, and lifting trays or catering equipment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail under time pressure
• Available to work a rotating schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as events are booked
• Clear, courteous communication with guests, coworkers, and event coordinators
• Legally eligible to work in Canada

Salary & Benefits

Banquet Servers at InnVest Hotels typically earn between $17.60 and $20.50 per hour, with actual pay depending on the property and province. Tips are common at most banquet functions and can add a meaningful amount on top of hourly wages, particularly for larger events like weddings.

• Tip income on top of base hourly pay at most properties
• Flexible, event-based scheduling that can suit part-time or casual availability
• Employee discounts across InnVest’s hotel portfolio
• On-the-job training in event service standards and, where applicable, support obtaining Smart Serve certification
• Potential progression toward Server Lead, Banquet Captain, or Banquet Manager roles

Since each InnVest property sets its own benefits package, exact details are confirmed by the hiring hotel during the interview process.

Job Location

Banquet Server openings are posted at InnVest properties with event and conference space across Canada, including Ontario and Nova Scotia. This is an on-site, in-person role tied to the hotel’s function rooms — it cannot be performed remotely.

How to Apply

1. Confirm your availability for evening and weekend event shifts, and check whether Smart Serve certification is required in your province.
2. Update your resume to highlight any restaurant, catering, or banquet service experience.
3. Submit your application through InnVest Hotels’ official careers page for the property you’re interested in.
4. Candidates selected to move forward are typically contacted for an interview within one to two weeks.

Apply directly through the official InnVest Hotels Careers page to search open Banquet Server roles by city and submit your application.

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