Host - Wildflower

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

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidized staff accommodation

Complimentary staff meal

Employee Travel Program discounts

Golf/Ski passes

Job summary

Fairmont Chateau Whistler is seeking a Host for Wildflower, a full-time seasonal role from September to April/May 2027. Starting pay is $19.75 per hour, with increases after 6 months and at three years to $24.20.

Greet guests, seat parties to match business volume, monitor service flow, and maintain a polished outlet. Qualifications include Serving It Right BC and prior front-of-house experience; a professional appearance and calm, solution-focused leadership.

Qualifications

• Serving It Right BC certification required.
• F&B front-of-house experience preferred.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Ability to handle stressful situations with strong problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Greet and acknowledge guests promptly.
• Seat guests to balance volume and ensure timely service.
• Touch points on each table to maintain service quality.
• Maintain accurate reservation book.
• Ensure outlet is well presented to the lobby.

Skills

Serving It Right BC

F&B front of house experience

Professional appearance and demeanor

Problem-solving under pressure

Leadership and flow-control

Self-directed

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.

Job Description

Host - Wildflower

This is a full-time, seasonal position stating in September and November 2026 and ending in April/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

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.