- Full-Time
- Internship
- FAIRMONT
- Rooms
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Fairmont Château Whistler, Whistler, Canada
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Student Work Experience Opportunities (SWEP)
Region
Luxury & Lifestyle
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.
If you are talented, motivated and enrolled in a hospitality, tourism, culinary or hotel and restaurant management program, our Spring/Summer student positions are your opportunity to relate your classroom study to the day-to-day operations of Canada’s most breathtaking resorts.
Fairmont Chateau Whistler is now recruiting for the following student opportunities:
- Housekeeping - Room Attendant
- Second Cook/First Cook
- Stewarding Attendant (Kitchen Dishwasher)
- Golf Operations / Turf Care
- Server Assistant
- Host
- Banquets Server
- Barista/Deli Attendant
- Front Desk Agent
- Reservations & Royal Service Agent
Successful applicants will be matched to available positions based on previous relevant work experience, area of studies and the hotel’s operational requirements. For this opportunity you must be currently enrolled in a Hospitality, Tourism, Recreation, Turf Care, Golf Operations or Culinary post graduate program.
Starting Pay Rates: Ranging from $17.40 - $22.05 per hour, depending on position
Why SWEP?
Grow Your Career – Opportunities to return after your co-op in a Full-time capacity, often in an elevated role
Hands-on Experience – 4-6 month internship/co-op at large scale, luxury hotels
SWEP Specific Activities – LinkedIn Learning Sessions, Wine Knowledge & Cocktail Basics, Guest Speakers, Welcome Activities, Graduation Party.
Build Your Network – Work and grow with like-minded hospitality professionals
Food & Beverage Positions
- Currently enrolled in a hospitality, tourism or hotel and restaurant management program
- Must have BC Serving It Right certification
- Previous Food & Beverage experience preferred
Culinary Division Positions
- Currently enrolled in a culinary program
- Previous experience as a cook an asset
- Must be able to lift, carry and pull up to 50lbs
- Standing and walking throughout shift and exposure to kitchen equipment including large and small ovens, stoves, steam kettles, mixers, sheeter, fryers, rational ovens, steamers, tilt skillets, fridges and freezers as well as blast freezers
Housekeeping/ Stewarding Division Positions:
- Currently enrolled in a hospitality, tourism or hotel and restaurant management program
- Previous similar experience an asset
- Must be physically fit and able to stand and walk throughout shift and lift, carry and pull up to 50+lbs.
Room Division Positions
- Currently enrolled in a hospitality, tourism or hotel and restaurant management program
- Previous front office/reservations/ hospitality/housekeeping experience preferred
- Previous Property Manager (Opera) experience an asset
Golf Operations / Turf Care Positions:
- Currently enrolled in a Golf Operations /Turf Care management program
- Previous similar experience an asset
- Must be physically fit and able to stand and walk throughout shift and lift, carry and pull up to 50+lbs.
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: 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 Chateau Whistler, 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: cwr.careers@fairmont.com
Why work for Accor? We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities.
By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality.
Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit https://careers.accor.com/ Do what you love, care for the world, dare to challenge the status quo! #BELIMITLESS
APPLY TODAY: For more information on working and living at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler please visit Fairmont Chateau Whistler Careers (whistler-jobs.ca)
Discover a world where life pulses with passion
Diversity & Inclusion for Accor means welcoming each and everyone and respecting their differences by giving priority only to qualities and skills in extending employment and development opportunities. Our ambition is to provide meaningful employment, a warm and welcoming culture, excellent working conditions and to promote the development of all people, including those with disabilities.
When applying, do not hesitate to let us know of any specific needs you may have so that we can take them into consideration.
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