Meetings & Events Waiter (fixed-term) | Clarion Hotel Helsinki Airport
Make every visit a masterpiece
At Clarion Hotel Helsinki Airport, we’re redefining premium hospitality with urban sophistication, high standards, and an atmosphere that’s both vibrant and welcoming. Now we’re looking for temporary Banquet Waiters who know that every unforgettable visit begins with a great first impression and carries through every interaction.
As a part of our Meetings & Events crew you excel in customer service, have a passion for food and create unforgettable experiences for our guests. We are seeking a passionate and talented persons to join our dynamic team.
What you'll do:
- Set the Stage for Success: Transform empty spaces into spectacular event venues. You’ll prepare meeting rooms, coffee market areas, banquet hall, and dining areas—handling everything from table settings and buffet stations to making sure the basic A/V tech is good to go.
- Flawless Food & Beverage Service: You’ll serve beautiful plated dinners, keep buffets looking fresh, pour wine, and ensure the coffee and energy stay flowing during crucial conference breaks.
- Be the Ultimate Host: Anticipate what guests need before they even have to ask. You’ll handle special dietary requests and sudden changes with a warm smile, infectious energy, and a rock-solid "can-do" attitude.
- Keep Things Looking Sharp: Maintain a vibrant and inviting atmosphere. You'll keep the event spaces clean, organized, and highly presentable, efficiently clearing tables so guests can focus on enjoying their event.
- Play as a Team: Great events are a group effort! You’ll work in perfect sync with the kitchen, front desk, and event coordinators to ensure timing is spot-on and execution is seamless.
- Wrap Up & Reset: Leave the space better than you found it. You’ll handle closing duties, reset rooms for the next day's events, and polish glasses to a shine.
Job Details:
This is a temporary position for 1.9.- 30.11.2026 with 60- 90 h in 3 weeks average working hours. The position requires working varied shifts, including evenings, late nights and weekends.
You’ll shine here if you are:
Someone who brings positive energy to the floor and thrives in a fast-paced environment. You are a team player who builds trust through collaboration and isn't afraid to take initiative to ensure the guest experience is flawless. You keep a cool head when the pressure is on and always wear a smile.
Points for:
- 1-2 years of previous experience in banquet or à la carte service.
- Fluency in English (required); Finnish language skills are a strong advantage.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
We value the power of diversity within Strawberry. Different backgrounds, experiences, and ideas create a unique and inspiring work environment. Room for all!
If you enjoy working in an exciting, fast-paced environment and have a passion for delivering high-quality service, we’d love to hear from you!
About Clarion Hotel Helsinki Airport
Seamlessly connected to the Helsinki-Vantaa Airport terminal and train station via a direct indoor walkway, Clarion Hotel Helsinki Airport offers the ultimate gateway for modern travelers. The hotel boasts 505 stylish rooms, a relaxing spa, and a stunning rooftop restaurant. For events of any scale, our expansive congress center accommodates everything from intimate board meetings to major gatherings of up to 1,000 participants. With versatile meeting spaces spanning four floors—ranging from spacious, welcoming lower-level halls to inspiring top-floor venues with panoramic views—we provide the perfect setting for any occasion.
About Strawberry
Strawberry is not just any company in the hotel industry - we're a rebel, with a warm beating heart. Strawberry is a portal to a world of more than 240 hotels, 120 restaurants and 20 spas, where we create thousands of experiences every day. Strawberry is built on our core values: energy, courage and enthusiasm.Our team of 20,000 skillful individuals from more than 166 countries is what makes us grow.
Ready to make an impact?
If this sounds like you, don’t wait—apply today to join our team and help shape premium guest experiences with Clarion. The application period is open until the 2nd of August. We’re reviewing applications continuously, but we'll start the interview process in the first week of August.
About Clarion Hotel: Clarion Hotel® is not just a hotel chain; it's an immersive experience that combines Scandinavian hospitality with a touch of premium. Our team members are not merely employees; they are an integral part of the Clarion experience. We pride ourselves on delivering on personality, passion, and we always strive for perfection. Join us in shaping the future of hospitality!
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