Company Description
Take part in the sustainable travel revolution at our harbor-front, eco-conscious hotel, which is home to Vancouver’s first green roof and honey bee apiary. You’ll be involved in building Fairmont Waterfront’s ongoing reputation of excellence, which has recently seen us recognized as the 4th Top Hotel in Western Canada by the readers of Conde Nast in 2024, Fairmont Waterfront offers relaxed luxury, incredible water views and is just steps away from Vancouver’s seawall, Gastown and Canada Place. About us:
Why work at Fairmont Waterfront?
- Deeply committed to sustainability and community
- 50% of leadership team including executive level, are women
- Firm believers in diversity – we have colleagues representing over 60 countries
- Passionate advocates for the LGBTQSIA + community – 365 days of the year, gender inclusive change rooms, on-going diversity training for all colleagues
- Industry leading Leadership program and learning program through our Academies
- Great perks – Colleague Travel Discount Program* that provides discounted rates for travel to over 5500 Accor hotels Worldwide, food & beverage discounts, transit reimbursement program for Trans Link monthly passes, subsidized meal during your shift through our colleague dining program, Benefit Plan* including medical, dental and vision coverage, company matched Pension Plan, and more!
- 50% off at our dining destinations in Vancouver, Victoria, and Whistler through our Pacific Northwest Food & Beverage Discount Program
- One complimentary stay with breakfast through our Be Our Guest Program
- Full rate of pay, $29.45/hour following 90 days of service
*full-time and part-time status colleagues
Job Description
Laundry Attendant
Experiencing warm and engaging service in luxurious surroundings is turning moments into memories for our guest at the Fairmont Waterfront. As a Laundry Attendant, your care and attention to detail in your Laundry operation will ensure exceptional standards for our hotel lines – you will take pride in the role you play facilitating a memorable guest stay.
What you will be doing:
Reporting to the Director of Housekeeping, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:
- Consistently offer professional, friendly and engaging service
- Carry out various functions within the Laundry department
- Sort soiled linen, label and make ready for pick-up
- Operate towel folders as required
- Set aside and report any damaged or marked linen
- Load and unload washing machines and dryers as required
- Follow departmental policies, procedures and service standards
- Report necessary maintenance items
- Following all safety and sanitation policies
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Previous experience in housekeeping an asset
- Must be available to work evenings, nights and weekends
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities
- Highly responsible & reliable
- Ability to work cohesively with fellow colleagues as part of a team
- Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment
- Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times
Additional Information
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: We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.
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/
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