Company Description
Fairmont Waterfront redefines hospitality with Pure Coastal Luxury. Our award‑winning hotel, nestled on Vancouver’s stunning waterfront, is consistently celebrated by top publications like Conde Naste Traveler and recognized as a Great Place to Work® Canada for a second consecutive year. We are industry leaders in sustainability & embody our commitment to our community, featuring Vancouver’s first green roof & rooftop apiary. Our culture is strongly rooted in diversity, inclusion, professional growth and development – over 60% of promotions are from within. We are committed to empowering ambitious individuals to thrive. If you’re a visionary who shares our values and passion for excellence, join us to help shape the future of luxury hospitality.
Why work at Fairmont Waterfront?
- Sustainability and community commitment – recognized with 5 Green Leaves Certification rating from Green Key Global since 2011
- Empowering Women in Leadership – More than 50% of leadership team including Executive Level, are women
- Celebrating Diversity – our team represents over 60+ countries, fostering an inclusive and global community
- Strong Culture of Belonging for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community providing year‑round support, including gender inclusive change rooms
- Generous perks – discounted rates at over 5,500 Accor hotels worldwide through Colleague Travel Discount Program
- , food & beverage discounts, transit reimbursement program for Trans Link monthly passes, subsidized meal during your shift through colleague dining program
- Comprehensive Benefits – Benefit Plan
- including medical, dental and vision coverage, Pension Plan, and more!
- Dining Discounts – 50% off at our dining establishments in Vancouver, Victoria and Whistler through Food & Beverage Discount Program
- Exclusive Experiences – One free stay through Be Our Guest Program
- Full rate of pay $32.16 per hour following 90 days of service
Job Description
As a Future or Recent Graduate, you are eager to join Fairmont Hotels & Resorts to jumpstart your hospitality career! INSPIRE places you into the heart of action at a Fairmont hotel to gain valuable insight and hands‑on operational experience. During an 18‑month period, you gain valuable leadership experience while also benefiting from other program features.
You join as a Supervisor (or equivalent) in an operational department, learning the fundamentals of leadership from the ground up. You have a customized INSPIRE Program Outline with the following structure :
Specialization – develop your expertise by working in the Rooms division, transferring between specific focuses and departments.Other Program Features :
Explore multiple teams to understand fundamentals of hospitality and your property’s operations.A Peer Ambassador helps you settle into your role, your responsibilities, and life as a hospitality professional.A Mentor guides your progress, allowing you to learn by example.A Property Project provides you the opportunity to shine, showcasing your skillset and innovative attributes.See a clear path to continuous improvement through ongoing feedback. Checkpoints with your leadership team, ensuring you thrive in your program.Qualifications
Minimum of 1‑year cumulative experience in hospitality (within hotel environment, preferred) or a customer‑service oriented environment.Previous supervisory or lead position experience an asset.Post‑secondary education (bachelor’s or master’s degree) in Hospitality or Business is an asset (applicants from all disciplines considered).Desire to advance your hospitality career, with strong ability, engagement, and motivation.Agile and works well in fast‑paced environments, willing to learn and commit to a role.Legal working eligibility in the country you are applying; no sponsorship available at this time.Application and Recruitment Process
Complete online application including resume and cover letter.Round one interview with one member of People & Culture.Round two interviews with Executive recruitment and selection committee.Canadian work authorization required.
Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.
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