Company DescriptionRecognized as the #1 Best Canadian Hotel in Travel + Leisure's 2024 World's Best Awards, Fairmont Empress is located in Victoria, BC, overlooking the city's sparkling Inner Harbour. A Forbes recommended and MICHELIN key hotel that offers 431 beautifully appointed guest rooms and suites, Fairmont Spa with signature West Coast experiences, and Q at the Empress featuring Pacific Northwest cuisine, an award-winning wine list, and regionally focused cocktail culture. World-famous Tea at the Empress is served in the Lobby Lounge with stunning harbour views.The magnificent property completed a $60+ million restoration in 2017 that celebrated its proud history while moving the hotel into a new era of modern luxury and transforming the iconic property into a must-visit destination. In 2023, the property introduced a revamped Fairmont Gold Experience, including a major renovation to the Fairmont Gold floor. 88 Fairmont Gold rooms and a newly renovated lounge are ready to accommodate guests. Located on Vancouver Island, Canada's Castle on the Coast is the ideal starting point to explore British Columbia's stunning natural and expansive beauty. Historic Hotels Worldwide recognizes the property's prestigious grounds as the Top 25 Most Magnificent Gardens in the World.Job DescriptionWhat is in it for you: Employee benefit card offering discounted rates at Accor properties worldwide Exclusive Employee and Friends & Family Discounts at Fairmont Hotel Vancouver Exclusive access to the Pacific Northwest Food & Beverage Discount Program with 50% off at our dining destinations in Vancouver, Victoria, and WhistlerOpportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world! Complimentary meal during your shift through our Colleague Dining Program Complimentary uniform launderingAccess to our comprehensive benefits and wellness programs, including extended healthcare benefits and RMT, dental, vision, and complimentary counseling, wellness sessions, financial and family planning through LifeWorksAccess to our company-matched Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP)Opportunity to develop your talent through coaching and our Leadership Mentoring ProgramsHourly rate of $25.97What you will be doing: Handle all Guests in a professional, courteous manner and serve as the facility's first impression to Guests and membersThe Experience Coordinator is responsible for the overall operation of the reception area, telephonesAnswer telephone inquiries promptly and professionally and channel to appropriate person for assistanceGreet members and Guests in a friendly and efficient mannerEscort Guest as requiredKnowledgeable about all aspects of treatments and the facilityKnowledgeable in a spa therapyProvide information and literature about facility in person and via telephoneControl entry into all areas of facility by restricting all unauthorized individualsCollect moneys or other suitable payment from clients for all services renderedOperate point of sale systemTreatment bookings/schedulingOther duties as assignedQualificationsYour experience and skills include:Minimum of 2 years experience in spa industry or hospitalityDiploma or Degree in hospitality or related field an assetComputer literacy in Microsoft Office, Word, ExcelExcellent communication skills, both written and spokenAdditional InformationPhysical Aspects of Position (include but are not limited to): Constant standing and walkingOccasional bending and kneelingOccasional carrying and liftingVisa Requirements: Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.Your team and working environment: Welcome to Canada’s Castle on the Coast. The Empress Hotel sits proudly at the centre of culture and history in Victoria, British Columbia. This is the best of all worlds – where contrast meets distinction, opulence blends harmoniously with the understated and fabled history meshes with contemporary affairs. This award-winning Victoria hotel and National Historic Site is an alluring blend of classic and contemporary, vintage and cutting-edge: Where Modern meets Iconic. Come join our wonderful team of hospitality experts!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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