Laundry Operations Manager

• Managing day-to-day operations of the laundry department, ensuring quality, standards and meeting the expectations of our guests and colleagues on a daily basis.
• Ensure the highest level of cleanliness in accordance with Fairmont Hotels & Resorts standards, policies and procedures
• Effectively and accurately manage payroll and departmental expenses of the Laundry Department, within budgeted and forecasted guidelines.
• Effectively lead employee relations within the laundry department
• Conduct monthly communication meetings, attend hotel meetings as required and ensure effective employee performance management standards are met.
• Maintain a motivated and engaging team by actively working and following up on colleague engagement and well-being.  
• Maintaining an environment that promotes the Health, Wellness and Safety of both Colleagues and Guests 
• Promote team work within the department and ensure strong interdepartmental relationships are maintained  
• Oversee all aspects of talent acquisition and internal mobility, from recruitment and interviews to hiring and promotions within the laundry department.
• Train, coach and develop staff in accordance with hotel standards to ensure the best quality of service is offered to our internal and external guests
• Work closely with the resort’s Engineering team to uphold a preventive maintenance program and ensure prompt completion of all equipment repairs as needed
• Ensure the prompt courteous pick-up and delivery of guest laundry, deliver service according to the Fairmont, LQA & Forbes Standards
• Maintaining a strong relationship with the year round and seasonal laundry contracts in the Town of Jasper
• Work closely with the Director of Housekeeping & Director of Rooms to prepare & monitor the annual Laundry operating budget including revenue streams, labour costs and operating supplies
• Perform linen inventories and manage par levels to ensure adequate inventory is available to meet operational demands
• Develop and execute capital projects related to the laundry facility, in collaboration with the Director of Housekeeping / Rooms
• Adhere to the hotel’s vehicle handling and safety policies while driving hotel vehicles
• Engage actively in hotel committees as required
• Ensuring existing environmental initiatives are adhered to, and new and innovative environmental opportunities are implemented
• Other duties as assignedMinimum of 3-5 years' leadership experience, preferably in a Laundry or Housekeeping environment
• Knowledge of laundry equipment and cleaning products an asset    
• Strong organizational and administration skills                
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal        
• Ability to work in a fast paced, diverse environment          
• Knowledge of the Property Manager System / Opera and other operating systems an asset       
• Excellent problem solver and decision maker

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