Guest Service Agent (Full Time)

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision & Dental

Mental Health benefits

Pension Plan

Employee travel program

Greenshield wellness platform

Academies learning programs

CSR activities

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Fairmont Hotel Macdonald in Edmonton seeks a Guest Service Agent to warmly welcome guests from arrival to departure, ensuring a memorable stay. You will provide efficient service at the front desk, handle check-ins and check-outs, and assist VIPs with a flawless arrival experience.

The role requires strong communication, front desk experience, and flexibility to work weekends and holidays. A hospitality background and English proficiency are assets; Canadian work eligibility is required.

Qualifications

• Previous front desk/reception experience a strong asset.
• Must have effective communication skills.
• Knowledge of Windows XP an asset.
• Knowledge of Micros PMS/Opera an asset.
• Must have a good command of the English language.
• Hotel/Hospitality degree or diploma an asset.
• Available for shift work including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective, efficient service in a friendly manner.
• Check in and out hotel guests according to standards and policies.
• Ensure the highest level of guest satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly.
• Review and prepare for VIP and ALL loyalty members arrivals to ensure a flawless check-in experience.
• Keep front desk stocked, organized, tidied, and sanitized.
• Maintain a professional, neat and well-groomed appearance adhering to hotel grooming standards.
• Other responsibilities connected with Front Office may be required.

Skills

Communication skills

Front desk experience

English language

Availability for shift work

Education

Hotel/Hospitality degree or diploma

Tools

Microsoft Windows XP

Micros PMS/Opera

Job description

Your Team and Working Environment

Since 1915, Fairmont Hotel Macdonald has effortlessly delivered timeless luxury in the heart of Edmonton. Nestled above the river valley, the hotel’s charm and elegance have earned it recognition as one of the city’s most sought-after locations, as well as the prestigious MICHELIN Key 2025 and Condé Nast Traveler 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards. World-class service awaits our guest’s every need. Our dedicated team is delighted to assist with a variety of personalized services to ensure guest comfort and convenience are our top priorities. Edmonton's castle offers award-winning, locally-inspired dining, a multi-level health club facility, unforgettable meetings and events, and fairy-tale weddings. At Fairmont Hotel Macdonald, our team takes pride in creating memorable experiences for every occasion. With over a century of hospitality excellence and deep community connections, we continue to uphold the high standards of service that have defined the hotel for generations.

Company Description

Your Team and Working Environment

Since 1915, Fairmont Hotel Macdonald has effortlessly delivered timeless luxury in the heart of Edmonton. Nestled above the river valley, the hotel’s charm and elegance have earned it recognition as one of the city’s most sought-after locations, as well as the prestigious MICHELIN Key 2025 and Condé Nast Traveler 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards. World-class service awaits our guest’s every need. Our dedicated team is delighted to assist with a variety of personalized services to ensure guest comfort and convenience are our top priorities. Edmonton's castle offers award-winning, locally-inspired dining, a multi-level health club facility, unforgettable meetings and events, and fairy-tale weddings. At Fairmont Hotel Macdonald, our team takes pride in creating memorable experiences for every occasion. With over a century of hospitality excellence and deep community connections, we continue to uphold the high standards of service that have defined the hotel for generations.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

Job Description

Guest Service Agent (Full Time)

First impressions are everything! As a Guest Service Agent, you will take care of the guests from the moment they arrive through to their departure by ensuring they have a memorable experience with us.

What You Will Be Doing

• Provide effective, efficient service in a friendly manner
• Check in and out hotel guests according to standards and policies
• Ensure the highest level of guest satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly
• Review and prepare for VIP and ALL loyalty members arrivals to ensure a flawless check-in experience
• Keep front desk stocked, organized, tidied, and sanitized
• Maintain a professional, neat and well-groomed appearance adhering to Hotel grooming standards
• Other responsibilities connected with Front Office may be required

Physical Aspects of Position (include but are not limited to):

• Constant standing and walking throughout shift.
• Frequent lifting and carrying up to 30 lbs.
• Occasional kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting.
• Occasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs, and ramps.

Qualifications

Your experience and skills include:

• Previous front desk/reception experience a strong asset
• Must have effective communication skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Windows XP an asset
• Knowledge of Micros PMS/Opera an asset
• Must have a good command of the English language
• Hotel/Hospitality degree or diploma an asset
• Available for shift work including weekends and holidays

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

Additional Information

What’s In It For You

• Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Vision & Dental) including extended benefits like; Mental Health (up to $5,000/year),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
• Comprehensive wellness platform (Greenshield) for employee mental health and wellbeing support
• Learning programs through our Academies designed to sharpen your skills
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities
• Career development opportunities with national and international promotion opportunities. The sky is your limit

Hourly Rate Range: $23.48 - $24.48 CAD Gross per hour

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