Host - Chalet

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts; Whistler; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

subsidized staff accommodation

Complimentary staff meals

Employee Travel Program

Golf/Ski passes

Job summary

Fairmont Chateau Whistler in Whistler, BC, is seeking an enthusiastic Host - Chalet for the 2026/27 season. This full-time, seasonal role runs from November 2026 through May 2027, with starting pay of 19.75 CAD per hour and schedule-based raises after 6 months and annually up to 3 years, reaching 24.20 CAD.

You will greet guests, seat them according to business volumes, maintain table touchpoints, ensure stock and presentation, and support a smooth dining experience.

Qualifications

• Serving It Right BC is required.
• Previous F&B front of house experience is required.
• Professional appearance and demeanor are required.
• Must be able to handle stressful situations with proven problem-solving abilities.
• Assertive with an ability to diplomatically control the flow of service.
• Must be self-directed and possess natural leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Greet and acknowledge all guests in a timely and efficient manner while adhering to Fairmont Hotels and Resort standards.
• Oversee and ensure smooth flow through of guests by seating our guests in accordance to business volumes, ensuring timely service.
• Touch points on each table to ensure food and service quality.
• Ensure sufficient stock of menu inventory.
• Ensure that outlet is well presented to the lobby at all times.
• Ensure that the reservation book is properly maintained.

Skills

Serving It Right BC

FOH experience

Professional appearance

Stress management

Leadership skills

Job description

Company Description

Nestled at the base of Blackcomb Mountain, just two hours north of Downtown Vancouver, Fairmont Chateau Whistler defines mountain luxury. Offering ski-in, ski-out convenience in the winter, and an on-site championship golf course in the summer, we are Canada’s year-round outdoor adventure destination. Additionally, we are Whistler's largest conference resort hotel, offering 5 unique dining outlets, a slope-side Health Club, and 519 guestrooms and suites.

Company Description

Nestled at the base of Blackcomb Mountain, just two hours north of Downtown Vancouver, Fairmont Chateau Whistler defines mountain luxury. Offering ski-in, ski-out convenience in the winter, and an on-site championship golf course in the summer, we are Canada’s year-round outdoor adventure destination. Additionally, we are Whistler's largest conference resort hotel, offering 5 unique dining outlets, a slope-side Health Club, and 519 guestrooms and suites.

Job Description

Host - Chalet

Our Chalet Hosts are the face of the restaurant, welcoming and seating our guests into the venue. They are an integral part of our restaurant operation, and your excellent customer service skills will shine through in this role.

This is a full-time, seasonal position from November 2026 - May 2027.

Starting Rate of Pay: $19.75 per hour

We recognize tenure through our compensation - hourly rates increase after 6 months and then yearly to three years. At three years the pay rate for this role would be $24.20.

Job Duties Include

• Greet and acknowledge all guests in a timely and efficient manner while adhering to Fairmont Hotels and Resort standards
• To oversee and ensure smooth flow through of guests by seating our guests in accordance to business volumes, ensuring they will receive timely service.
• Touch points on each table to ensure food and service quality
• To ensure sufficient stock of menu inventory.
• To ensure that outlet is well presented to the lobby at all times.
• To ensure that the reservation book is properly maintained

Qualifications

• Serving It Right BC
• Previous F&B front of house experience.
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Must be able to handle stressful situations with proven problem-solving abilities.
• Assertive with an ability to diplomatically control the flow of service.
• Must be self-directed and possess natural leadership skills

Job Perks & Benefits

• Subsidized staff accommodation provided
• Complimentary meal in our staff cafeteria per shift
• Access to our Employee Travel Program, with discounts on room rates and food & beverage at Fairmont & Accor properties worldwide
• Hotel leisure benefits including Golf/Ski passes

Additional Information

Visa Requirements

To progress with your application, you must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.

We encourage you to let us know if you require any accommodations through the application or recruitment process, and we will work with you to meet your needs. Persons who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence: [e-mail].