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COMPANY OVERVIEW

Welcome! Banff Park Lodge Collection operates 3 hotel properties - Banff Park Lodge, Bow View Lodge, and Peaks Hotel & Suites. We also operate 2 restaurants - La Terrazza and Crave Mountain Grill. Staff and guests enjoy our ideal location, close to lively downtown Banff on one side and the peaceful Bow River pathway on the other.

COMING SOON - We are thrilled to also introduce our Moon Crest Cafe!

Located within the Banff Park Lodge, Moon Crest Cafe is dedicated to delivering high-quality espresso, fresh quick-bites, and warm hospitality to hotel guests and visitors exploring the Rockies.

We are seeking passionate, detail-oriented Cafe Attendants to join our opening team the first week of October.

THE ROLE

Thank you for your interest in joining our team as Moon Crest Cafe Attendant!

Role Summary

As a Cafe Attendant, you are the face of Moon Crest Cafe. You will prepare quality coffee beverages, assemble fresh food items, operate the point-of-sale system, and help ensure every guest receives efficient, friendly service in a clean and welcoming environment.

Enjoy the Benefits! (subject to change):

• Shared room in staff accommodation ranging from $8.00 - $16.50 per day (based on availability),
• Staff Cafeteria, serving discounted hot meals for lunch and dinner daily,
• Staff rates and friends and family rates at our hotels and restaurants,
• Health benefits available for full-time staff after 6 months of employment, including life insurance, dental, medical and drug coverage,
• Frequently held staff events and involvement opportunities,
• Uniforms supplied (excluding footwear) and free dry cleaning available for work attire,
• Employee Assistance Program, providing free professional counselling sessions,
• Free Canoe Rentals at Banff Canoe Club in the summer,
• Ski pass discounts and subsidy program available in the winter,
• Use of hotel pool and gym facility (restrictions apply),
• Employee Referral Program,
• And more!

Key Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to):

Barista Duties -

• Craft a full menu of espresso-based hot and cold beverages following established recipes, quality standards, and milk-steaming techniques.
• Maintain speed, consistency, and quality of service during peak hours.
• Monitor beverage quality and communicate any equipment or product concerns to a supervisor.

Food Preparation -

• Prepare and package fresh food items, including sandwiches, pastries, and grab-and-go offerings.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and product handling standards.
• Ensure display items are fresh, well-presented, and properly rotated.

Cash Handling and POS

• Accurately process guest transactions, including cash, credit, debit, and room charges.
• Operate the Simphony POS system with accuracy and professionalism.
• Maintain balanced cash drawers at the end of each shift.

Customer Service

• Greet guests warmly and create a welcoming cafe experience.
• Answer questions about menu offerings and provide recommendations when needed.
• Handle guest inquiries and concerns professionally.

Cafe Cleaning and Maintenance

• Maintain clean prep stations, dining tables, and display counters throughout the shift.
• Complete daily opening and closing procedures.
• Restock supplies and assist with inventory rotation as needed.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Previous experience as a barista is required, strong understanding of the full espresso-making process is an asset.
• Knowledge of grind settings, espresso extraction, and milk texturing is preferred.
• Experience using point-of-sale systems and handling payments accurately.
• Working knowledge of food safety protocols.
• ProServe liquor license to serve alcoholic canned products.
• Food Safety Certification is an asset.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment while maintaining strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills and a team-player attitude.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 30 lbs.
• Flexible schedule and available to work mornings, afternoons, weekends, and holidays.

Ideal Candidate:

The ideal Cafe Attendant is friendly, organized, and calm under pressure. They take pride in preparing quality beverages and food items, enjoy creating positive guest experiences, and understand the importance of cleanliness, consistency, and teamwork in a busy cafe environment.

INCLUSION COMMITMENT

We are proudly committed to creating an inclusive, safe, and equal work environment for all. We find strength in having a diverse team and want our people to succeed and thrive inside and outside of work. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination, including in recruitment, based on race, colour, religion, gender and sexuality, nationality, age, disability, Aboriginal/Native American status, or other.

If you need support of any kind — such as communication support, accessibility accommodations, or other assistance — we’re happy to consider all requests. Please email hradmin@banffparklodge.com with the subject “APPLICANT ASSISTANCE REQUEST”.

We thank all candidates for their application.

Pay: $17.00-$18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Company events
• Discounted or free food
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care

Application question(s):

• When is your available start date?

• How long do you plan to be in Banff?

• Please state your pronoun (optional).

• Do you require staff housing?

• Do you require assistance during the application process, such as help with interviews, forms, communication, or other? If so, please send an email to hradmin@banffparklodge.com with the subject “APPLICATION ASSISTANCE REQUEST” to request assistance OR indicate Not Applicable (N/A).

Experience:

• Barista: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• ProServe (preferred)

Work Location: In person