Banquet / Breakfast Server Fixed-Term Contract – M/F/X - Spring 2026
Fairmont Grand Hôtel Geneva
Fairmont Le Montreux Palace, Montreux, Switzerland
Key information
- Publication date:21 October 2025
- Workload:100%
- Contract type:Permanent position
- Place of work:Fairmont Le Montreux Palace, Montreux, Switzerland
Job summary
Nestled by Lake Geneva, Fairmont Le Montreux Palace offers luxury.
Tasks
- Provide exceptional service at prestigious events year-round.
- Assist with setup and breakdown of banquet spaces efficiently.
- Ensure clients have everything they need for a great experience.
Skills
- 6 months in service, French fluency, and good English skills.
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong team player with a professional demeanor.
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Located on the shores of Lake Geneva and facing the magnificent view of the Alps, the Fairmont Le Montreux Palace hotel is a distinguished hotel establishment, a member of the Accor group, the Fairmont brand, and affiliated with Swiss Deluxe Hotels. Boasting an incomparable worldwide reputation characterized by 236 luxurious rooms and suites and one of the most refined gastronomic experiences, the Fairmont Le Montreux Palace hotel is truly an enchanting place. Its six restaurants and bars offer a wide selection of delights that will satisfy the most demanding palates. The Montreux Jazz Café is the must-visit spot to vibe to the rhythm of the Festival 365 days a year in the magical setting of the Fairmont Le Montreux Palace, the MP’s Bar & Grill is a high-end restaurant with a relaxed atmosphere specializing in grilled dishes unmatched in the region, and Funky Claude’s Bar is the undisputed place to land late into the night to enjoy an incredible lineup of traditional and exclusive cocktails to the beat of the best live scene in town. Fairmont Le Montreux Palace also specializes in hosting congresses, meetings, and seminars. The Fairmont Spa is a 2000 m² wellness area dedicated to fitness, relaxation, and beauty.
Join the team at Fairmont Le Montreux Palace, one of the most prestigious hotels on the Riviera, renowned for hosting the biggest events and offering a service that is both personalized and authentic. Every moment spent at Fairmont Le Montreux Palace turns into a memorable experience, thanks to an elegant setting, personalized services, and exceptional gastronomy.
As a Banquet and Breakfast Server, you will have the opportunity to participate in prestigious events on the Riviera, providing unique and special service to our clients while ensuring every detail is perfect.
If you want to contribute to the magic of our events and be part of a dynamic team, then this position is for you!
Summary of Responsibilities :
Reporting to the Banquets Supervisor, the essential responsibilities and functions of the position include, but are not limited to:
- Consistently providing professional, friendly, and engaging service
- Participating in the setup, service, and clearing of rooms
- Checking orders before serving them to clients and ensuring the service is as fast as possible
- Serving orders to clients discreetly
- Having thorough knowledge of event menus (food and beverage) and being able to explain the main ingredients
- Ensuring clients lack nothing
- Being efficient and able to take initiative, assisting the supervisor and acting as a liaison between the supervisor and on-call staff (extras)
- Getting informed about hotel events and participating in pre-event briefings
- Following given instructions (setup, tidying, cleaning), performing assigned tasks to the best of your ability, and ensuring on-call staff do the same
- Informing the supervisor of any equipment malfunctions
- Informing the supervisor of any client requests or complaints and responding directly if possible
- Participating in weekly meetings
- Actively assisting service in other departments or events taking place at the hotel, upon request from superiors
- Actively participating in inventories within your department
- Participating in the training of new interns and new on-call staff
- Participating in an annual performance review with your superior
- Being flexible and cooperative in all circumstances, especially when required to collaborate with another department on a temporary basis
- Committing to the quality of your service, discretion, and perfect honesty
- Maintaining a professional attitude, smiling, and staying calm at all times
- Respecting ergonomic work standards, health & safety rules, hygiene, and sanitary regulations
- Respecting the policies, procedures, and service standards of the department and company
- Any other tasks as assigned
- 6 months of prior experience in service
- Fluency in French
- Good knowledge of English
- Service diploma is an asset
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Good presentation, neat and conscientious
- Ability to work independently and in a team
- Flexibility in working hours
VISA REQUIREMENTS
To work in Switzerland, the candidate must hold a Swiss work permit or be from an EU-17 or EU-8 European country.
Please note that only applications sent through our recruitment site https://careers.accor.com/fr/fr will be considered.
BENEFITS
- Housing possibility depending on availability
- 1 meal per working day (benefit in kind)
- Discounts at various local businesses
- Preferential rates within the Accor Group, at our points of sale, and in the Swiss Deluxe Hotels portfolio
- Join us and discover all our other benefits…
Additional Information
Our Values
Respect:
We value the needs, ideas, and individuality of others. We treat everyone with fairness and dignity.
Belonging:
We celebrate our differences. We support each other and are always united.
Integrity:
We build trust through mutual respect and authenticity.
Empowerment:
We have the power to take initiative and anticipate moments that create unforgettable experiences.
Excellence:
We build authentic connections and cherish every opportunity to make those around us feel special.
Diversity and Inclusion
Fairmont is committed to creating an inclusive environment where diverse talents thrive. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join our team.
Employee Benefits:
Join our team and enjoy a range of exclusive benefits for your colleagues, including free upgrades, extended stays, discounted stays at Fairmont and Raffles properties, special discounts on dining and wellness, as well as additional luxuries to enhance your experience. We believe it is important to take care of our team, ensuring your hard work is rewarded with exceptional benefits.