Executive Steward

Who We Are:

Join the team at Fairmont Banff Springs. Set in one of Western Canada’s most spectacular alpine destinations, Banff offers a unique community of hospitality enthusiasts, outdoor adventure seekers, artists, entertainers, and families alike. It's the perfect work/life combination.

Are you a confident leader with experience of managing up to 90 colleagues?  We are looking for someone to become an addition to our “Castle in the Rockies” and take on the lead role of an Executive Steward.  The Stewarding department is responsible for maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and order for all of the kitchens, dish areas and related backspaces for our dining outlets and Conference Centre space.   

Competitive Salary: $88,000-$91,000 gross annually, based on previous experience & education

Job Duties Include:

• Leads management team and colleagues by example and ensures the working environment is based upon trust, integrity and open communication. Consistently offers professional, engaging and friendly service.
• Assist with obtaining quotes from vendor’s and help plan capital project AFE’s.
• Ordering all china, glass, silverware, equipment, and chemicals for all venues and production areas.
• Provide input to help create yearly labor budget and set staffing levels based on budget and forecast.
• Conduct Audits and Performance Discussions for Stewarding Supervisors and Colleagues, ensuring that all Progressive Corrective Action forms are completed correctly.
• In absence of Director, preform health audits with local health inspector and Food Safety audit representative while onsite.
• Ensures all aspects of health and safety are maintained & exceeded according to Alberta Health Services and Food Safety standards.
• Lead and train team on ALLSAFE health and safety regulations.
• Foster an environment of positive cooperation within the department, and between other departments within the hotel, encouraging participation and input from all colleagues, while promoting professional work habits.
• Conduct audits and gain feedback from the employee engagement survey process and put action plans into place and ensure goals are met.
• Active participation in leadership activities and meetings.
• Input work orders on items needing repair.
• Other duties as assigned.

Your Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven track record as an administrator, trainer and developer, and a team player with strong communication and organizational skills with all departments.
• Demonstrated ability to build a strong Stewarding team through recruitment, training and organization.
• Proven abilities in attaining targets in all key measurements relating to financials, guest satisfaction, colleague engagement and standards compliance.
• Proven ability to achieve fiscal targets through implementation of inventory control logistics.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel applications.
• Valid WHMIS Certificate required.
• Class 5 Driver’s License, with a comfort level driving a company vehicle of up to 1-ton. Must provide an updated drivers abstract.

Job Perks & Benefits:

• Subsidized staff accommodation provided on-site for full time status employees for up to 3 months only
• One complimentary meal per shift in our staff cafeteria (additional meals can be purchased for $4/meal)
• Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Vision & Dental) including extended benefits like; Mental Health, Orthodontics, Fertility Drugs and Gender Affirmation for full time permanent status employees
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with employer matching up to 5% of annual earnings for full time permanent status employees
• 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 Lake Louise, Jasper & Whistler
• Discounts while using our resort’s Food & Beverage Outlets, Fitness Centre, Spa and Fairmont Banff Springs Golf Courses

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

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

At Fairmont Banff Springs, we believe that the strength of our team lies in its diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that respects the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of the individual. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are dedicated to providing equal access to opportunities. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

If you are contacted by a Recruiter, kindly inform them at any stage of the recruitment process if you will need support or accommodations.

Persons who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence: bsh.careers@fairmont.com

APPLY TODAY: For more information on working and living in at Fairmont Banff Springs, please visit www.banffspringsjobs.com