Assistant Director, Housekeeping

Accor Hotels; Banff; On-site; CAD 83,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Accor Hotels as the Assistant Director of Housekeeping at the iconic Fairmont Banff Springs, where you'll lead a large team in maintaining exceptional standards and guest satisfaction. Offering a competitive salary and remarkable perks, this role promises an enriching experience in a stunning alpine setting.

Benefits

Subsidized staff accommodation provided on-site

Complimentary meal per shift in staff cafeteria

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision & dental

Defined Contribution Pension Plan

Employee travel program with discounts

Discounts on resort's Food & Beverage and Fitness Centre

Qualifications

• 2-3 years experience in supervisory or management within Housekeeping or Front Office in luxury hotel.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate a team.
• High organization and proactive approach required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Housekeeping Team of 185 members.
• Establish goals and monitor labor costs.
• Ensure a safe work environment and high morale.

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Interpersonal Skills

Problem Solving

Team Management

Education

University degree or college diploma in hospitality management

Tools

Property Management Software

Microsoft Windows applications

Hotsos program

Job description

Company Description

Who We Are:

Join the team at Fairmont Banff Springs. Set in one of Western Canada’s most spectacular alpine destinations, Banff offers a unique community of hospitality enthusiasts, outdoor adventure seekers, artists, entertainers, and families alike.It's the perfect work/life combination.

Job Description

Reporting to the Director of Housekeeping, the Assistant Director is responsible for leading, coaching, and inspiring a Housekeeping Team of approximately 185 people in our 757-room hotel. We are looking for someone with a passion for people and a relentless commitment to ensure the highest levels of satisfaction for both our guests and colleagues.

Competitive Salary:$83,000 - $85,000 gross annually, based on previous experience & education

Job Duties Include:

• Establish goals, measurements and results for the department along with the Director of Housekeeping
• Promote high morale through recognition and removal of identified barriers
• Organize and participate in colleague recognition events
• Responsible for coaching, developing and managing the performance of the Housekeeping team
• Plan and organize all deep cleaning cycles and projects relating to guest rooms and public areas
• Track and address all guest comments and concerns
• Monitor labor costs while ensuring effective resource scheduling, vacation planning and department productivity
• Provide necessary resources, functional tools and equipment to get the job done
• Effective everyday communications, including performance management
• Ensure a safe work environment is maintained at all times and that all colleagues are committed to working safely
• Monitor/revise as needed, departmental health & safety tools including ALLSAFE, WCB & WHMIS training programs, policies and practices
• Enhance and monitor department environmental initiatives and recycling programs
• Effective and timely interaction with all hotel departments
• Communicate effectively with the Maintenance department regarding guest rooms and public areas
• Adhere to all hotel environmental policies, programs and initiatives
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Your Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven ability to successfully lead and motivate a large team
• Highly organized with a proactive approach to getting the job done
• Proven ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced, team-based environment
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience at a Supervisory or Manager level within the Housekeeping or Front Office in a luxury hotel
• Computer literate in Property Manager and Microsoft Window applications is required
• Experience with Hotsos program would be an asset
• University degree or college diploma in hospitality management is an asset
• Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities

Additional Information

Job Perks & Benefits:

• Subsidized staff accommodation provided on-site for full time status employees up to 3 months
• One complimentary meal per shift in our staff cafeteria (additional meals can be purchased for $4/meal)
• Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Vision & Dental) including extended benefits like; Mental Health, Orthodontics, Fertility Drugs and Gender Affirmation 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 Lake Louise, Jasper & Whistler
• Discounts while using our resort’s Food & Beverage Outlets, Fitness Centre, Spa and Fairmont Banff Springs Golf Courses

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

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