Rooms Supervisor, INSPIRE Participant - 18 Month Contract

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts; Toronto; On-site; CAD 61,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Travel discounts at Accor hotels

Dry cleaning for work gear

Custom learning programs

DEI and CSR committees

Job summary

Fairmont Royal York in Toronto invites you to join an 18-month INSPIRE leadership program in our Rooms department. You will rotate across teams and develop leadership skills through cross-exposure and a specialization track, with ongoing feedback and mentorship.

The program runs from November 2026, offering structured experiences, peer support, and a clear path for growth within a luxury hospitality environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of hospitality or customer-service experience.
• Proven supervisory potential and leadership interest.
• Post-secondary degree in Hospitality or Business is an asset.
• Thrives in fast-paced environments with a growth mindset.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada (visa requirements).

Skills

Hospitality experience

Leadership potential

Adaptability & drive

Communication skills

Goal-oriented mindset

Post-secondary work-eligibility Canada

Education asset

Education

Post-secondary degree in Hospitality or Business

Job description

A Storied Past. A Brilliant Future.

For nearly a century, Fairmont Royal York has stood as a beacon of luxury and excellence in the heart of Toronto. Opened in 1929, this historic hotel was once the tallest building in the British Commonwealth, and today, Fairmont Royal York continues to be a symbol of timeless elegance and modern sophistication. Where tradition meets innovation, and every day offers a chance to make history, a million stories have been told. Join us in creating our next chapter with your story.

Company Description

A Storied Past. A Brilliant Future.

For nearly a century, Fairmont Royal York has stood as a beacon of luxury and excellence in the heart of Toronto. Opened in 1929, this historic hotel was once the tallest building in the British Commonwealth, and today, Fairmont Royal York continues to be a symbol of timeless elegance and modern sophistication. Where tradition meets innovation, and every day offers a chance to make history, a million stories have been told. Join us in creating our next chapter with your story.

About the Application Process:

At Fairmont, we want to bring out your highest potential. Shortly after applying, you will receive an email from our partner AssessFirst prompting you to create a profile and complete a questionnaire. This is a mandatory step for your candidacy to be considered as it enables us to explore your compatibility with this role and our culture of luxury excellence.

Job Description

What does INSPIRE offer you?

During an 18-month period beginning November 2026, you gain valuable leadership experience as a Supervisor in our Rooms department.

you have a customized INSPIRE Program Outline, with two types of structures:

• Cross-exposure– Rotate between several teamsacross our Rooms departments.
• Specialization– Develop your expertise by working in one division, spending 6 months in each focus area before transitioning.

Program features

• You can explore multiple teams to understand fundamentals of hospitality and your property’s operations
• A Peer Ambassador helps you settle into your role, your responsibilities,and life as a hospitality professional
• A Mentor guides your progress, allowing you to learn by example
• A Property Project provides you with the opportunity to shine, showcasing your skillset, and innovative attributes
• You can see a clear path to continuous improvement – through ongoing feedback. Checkpoints with your leadership team, ensuring you thrive in your program

Qualifications

• Hospitality Experience: Minimum of 1 year in a hotel or customer-focused environment
• Leadership Potential: Previous supervisory experience and a strong desire to develop as a leader.
• Education: A post-secondary degree in Hospitality or Business is an asset, but all disciplines are welcome.
• Adaptability & Drive: Thrives in fast-paced environments, embraces learning, and stays committed to growth.
• Communication & People Skills: A natural ability to connect with teams, guests, and leadership.
• Goal-Oriented Mindset: Motivated to take on challenges, drive results, and make an impact.
• Visa Requirements:Must already be legally permitted to work in Canada.

Additional Information

• The Ontario base salary range for this position is $60,960 - 68,580. Our salary ranges are determined by job and level. Within the range, individual compensation is determined by job-related skills and knowledge, relevant experience and/or work location.
• This posting is for an existing vacancy.
• AI disclosure: We use artificial intelligence to help screen and assess applications for this position. These tools assist our hiring team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

What’s in it for you?

• Free Meals: Tasty meals on us every shift.
• Travel Discounts: Sweet deals at Accor hotels worldwide.
• Dry Cleaning: Free dry-cleaning for your work gear.
• Skill Up: Custom learning programs to boost your talents.
• Impact: Join our CSR, Sustainability, and DEI Committees.
• Level Up: Unlock new career heights with exciting growth paths.