Assistant Director, Rooms

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Anticipated Start Date
ASAP
Job Reference #

1.1663

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Position Details
Number of Positions Available
1
Position Type(s)
Full-Time
Position Duration
Permanent
Staff Accommodation
Yes (subject to availability)
Wage Range
$85000 Annually
Job Overview

Reporting to the Director of Rooms, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

  • To lead and manage the Rooms operations in the 700 Acre Property – Housekeeping, Laundry, Signature Cabin Experiences, Capital Projects, and cleanliness of the Property & Main Lodge
  • Supporting Housekeeping as required during busy Periods to assist the Director of Housekeeping .
  • Communicate and direct the execution of luxury services needed to achieve our VOG and LQA goals. Monitoring regular progress directly for the Housekeeping and Laundry.
  • Responsible for the accurate monthly forecast Guest Supplies, Cleaning Supplies, Contract Services, Equipment Repairs/ Rental and Complete Laundry forecast & P&L
  • Achieve targets for the productivity  & payroll of  Housekeeping & Room Attendants
  • Participate in Budget process in support to Director of Rooms.
  • Recognized as active member of the Extended Executive Committee who is committed to the ongoing development of our leadership group.
  • Oversee employee and leadership development, planning, recruitment, selection and goal setting through the PMP.
  • Oversee the effective development and deployment of the rooms division training programs  focusing in the Housekeeping and Laundry Department
  • Participate in the development and execution of the recruitment and retention strategies for the division – focusing in the Housekeeping and Laundry Department
  • Maintaining appropriate staffing levels in accordance with staffing guidelines and anticipated business volumes.
  • Select, train and develop Housekeeping & Laundry Leaders to ensure timely recruitment and career growth
  • Building and maintaining positive employee relations, attending monthly communication meetings.
  • Ensures appropriate and timely recognition for teams and participate in organizing divisional and hotel recognition events.
  • Ensuring the continuous improvement in the awareness of Rooms Division’s workplace Health & Safety including WCB, Fire safety and emergency procedures.
  • Working closely with Front Office Manager to manage the response to guest concerns as required, including effective and timely follow up.
  • Ensure existing environmental initiatives are adhered to, and any new and innovative environmental opportunities are implemented.
  • Involved and active within the Service Excellence Committee and Heartist Recognition Committee
  • Follow department policies, procedures and service standards
  • Follow all safety policies 
  • Other duties as assigned
Perks & Benefits
  • Subsidized staff accommodation assistance provided 
  • One complimentary meal per shift in our staff cafeteria
  • Employee travel program with discounts on room rates as well as on food & beverage at Fairmont & Accor properties world-wide
  • Access to the Mountain Explorer Travel Program – exclusive room rates for colleagues, which includes 50% off all food & beverage when staying at Fairmont Resorts in Banff, Lake Louise & Whistler (subject to availability)
  • Comprehensive wellness platform for employee mental health and wellbeing support
  • Discounts while using our resort’s Food & Beverage Outlets, Fitness Centre, and Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge Golf Course
  • Automatically added to our resort’s Colleague Lifestyle Program which includes access to staff activities and events
  • Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge and over 5,000 properties with Accor
Position Requirements
English Fluency Level required for position
Advanced
Job Requirements
  • Previous experience, 3 to 5 years in a senior department head position within the rooms division, is required
  • Computer literate in Microsoft Windows applications, Opera, Royal Service Manager, Watson and T&A required
  • University/College degree/diploma in hospitality and/or business is preferred
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem solving abilities
  • Highly organized, goal and results oriented person, with proven ability to execute plans and manage change effectively
  • Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment
  • Ability to work cohesively as part of a team
  • Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times
  • Analytical skills, strength as a developer & a leader of others, creativity and strong planning skills are essential for this position
  • Proven ability to achieve goals, multi-task and set priorities based on a constantly changing business environment
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