Fairmont Looking for Training Manager, Rooms at British Columbia Full Time

Company Description

Your team and working environment:

Nestled at the base of Blackcomb Mountain, Fairmont Chateau Whistler resort defines mountain luxury in the heart of Whistler, British Columbia- host mountain resort of the 2010 Winter Olympics. Located in the spectacular coastal mountain range, Whistler is Canada’s premier, year-round outdoor adventure destination- just two hours north of downtown Vancouver. Offering ski-in, ski-out convenience and an on-site championship golf course, Fairmont Chateau Whistler is Whistler’s largest conference resort hotel with 519 guestrooms and suites, exceptional dining in five unique outlets and full resort amenities including a slope-side Health Club. Since opening its doors in 1989, this landmark destination has welcomed guests and colleagues to an unforgettable mountain adventure. Join us and start yours today!

What is in it for you!

• One complimentary meal per shift in our staff cafeteria

• Eligible to participate in Leisure Benefit Package which can be contributed towards ski pass or other lifestyle and wellness initiatives (November through May)

• Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Vision & Dental) including extended benefits like; Mental Health (up to $5,000/year), Orthodontics (up to $2,500/year), Fertility Drugs and Gender Affirmation (Lifetime maximum of $10,000) for full time permanent status employees

• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with employer matching up to 5% of annual earnings for full time permanent status employees

• Employee travel program with discounts on room rates as well as on food & beverage at Fairmont & Accor properties world-wide

• Access to the Mountain Explorer Travel Program – exclusive room rates for colleagues, which includes 50% off all food & beverage when staying at Fairmont Resorts in Banff, Lake Louise & Jasper (subject to availability)

• Comprehensive wellness platform (LifeWorks) for employee mental health and wellbeing support

• Discounts while using our resort’s Food & Beverage Outlets, Fitness Centre, and Fairmont Chateau Whistler Golf Course

• Automatically added to our resort’s Colleague Lifestyle Program which includes access to staff activities and events

• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within Fairmont Chateau Whistler and over 5,000 properties with Accor

Job Description

Training Manager, Rooms

Your leadership skills and the values you model will create an engaging work environment for all at Fairmont Chateau Whistler. You will inspire colleagues within the Rooms  Division, to ensure exceptional guest experience, but also to grow their careers within the company.

What you will be doing:

• Consistently offers professional, engaging and friendly service

• Responsible for creating robust training programs for the Rooms Division

• Work closely with the Learning & Development Manager, Talent & Culture Department on training initiatives

• Maintain constant communication with Department Heads to understand their departmental priorities

• Progressive evaluation of staff performance in collaboration with Department Heads  

• Establish and maintain constructive, supportive and professional colleague relationships

• Maintain the adherence to Fairmont Hotel & Resorts brand standards in preparation for annual LQA and Forbes audits

• Ensure all employees are trained to work safely 

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Your experience and skills include:

• Previous leadership experience required

• Human Resources and Training experience is an asset

• Strong organization and communication skills necessary

• Computer literacy in Property Manager, Excel, Word, Powerpoint required

• University/College degree in a related discipline an asset

• Demonstrated ability to lead in a cohesive and supportive team environment

• Excellent communication and organizational skills

• Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities

• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment

• Ability to work cohesively with fellow colleagues as part of a team with minimal supervision

• Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times

  Physical aspects include but are not limited to:

• Frequent standing and walking throughout shift

• Occasional kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting

• Occasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs and ramps

Additional Information

Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization. 

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

Why work for Accor?

We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities.

By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow’s hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit  https://careers.accor.com/

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