Porter (Bellperson)
A smile and helping hand is what our Guests will experience as you personally greet them on their arrival. As a Porter with Fairmont Vancouver Hotel, your knowledge of the hotel and the professionalism you display will create a sense of “welcome” like no other.

What is in it for you:

· An inclusive, empowering, and positive workplace, where we place people at the heart of everything we do

· The opportunity to have fun at work alongside passionate hospitality professionals who strive to make the world a more welcoming place

· The opportunity to live, work and play across the world through our employee travel and internal transfer programs

· A competitive rate starting at $15.65 per hour: (plus gratuities) increasing to $17.52 after 3 months. After 6 month you will then receive $20.02 which is the full rate and bi-annual increases

· Complimentary meal through our Colleague Dining Program

· Complimentary uniform laundering

· Up to $120 per year for safety footwear allowance

· Complimentary hotel stay with breakfast for two through our BE OUR GUEST program

· Employee benefit card offering discounted room and food & beverage rates at Fairmont & Accor properties worldwide

· The opportunity to work in a luxury hotel environment and a Vancouver heritage building with a historic legacy dating back to 1939

· Free learning programs through our Academies and discounted eCornell courses

· Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Planet 21 and RiiSE

· Annual paid vacation, sick leave, up to statutory holidays and birthday leave

· A comprehensive benefits package including extended medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits

· A company-matched pension plan and ability to enroll in the Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (GRSP)

· A monthly travel reimbursement for TransLink monthly passes

What you will be doing:

• Responsible for the delivery of Guests to their room, luggage, messages and any other items for delivery within the Hotel
• Consistently offer professional, friendly and engaging service
• Ensure the timely and efficient transfer of luggage to and from the guest’s room
• Ensure the guest is familiar with their room upon arrival ie. temperature control, amenities, hotel services
• Maintain a presence in the Lobby when not delivering luggage to guest rooms, offering assistance to Guests, under the direction of the Captain Porter
• Assist Guests regarding hotel facilities in an informative and helpful way
• Follow department policies, procedures and service standards, including all safety policies
• Other duties as assigned

Your experience and skills include:

· Previous customer service experience required

· Service focused personality is essential

· Previous experience as a Bellperson/Porter an asset

· Valid unrestricted Class 5 driver’s license and clean abstract

· Knowledge of Metro Vancouver, its history, activities and attractions

· Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment

· Excellent communication skills and a professional presentation

· Ability to work cohesively with fellow colleagues as part of a team

· Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities

· Highly responsible & reliable

· Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times

· Ability to work overnight shifts, weekends, and holidays

• Legally eligible to work in Canada (the Hotel is unable to assist applicants in obtaining Canadian work authorization)

The Physical Job Requirements include but are not limited to:

· Constant standing and walking throughout shift

· Frequent lifting and carrying up to 30 lbs

· Frequent kneeling, pushing and pulling

· Frequent ascending or descending ladders, stairs and ramps

Your team and working environment:

We are thrilled to welcome our guests back to Fairmont Hotel Vancouver. Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, known as the ‘Castle in the City’, with its chateau-style green-clad copper roof and gargoyles is an architectural landmark in the heart of Downton Vancouver that captures the hearts and imaginations of all who visit. A registered heritage property operating since 1939, the hotel symbolizes grandeur and timeless elegance. In spring 2019, Fairmont Hotel Vancouver completed a $75M, five-year multiphase revitalization project. With its prestigious address on Georgia Street, this castle is surrounded by a diverse arts community of galleries and theatres, a thriving shopping district, exhilarating nightlife and world class cuisine. Join our team and welcome our guests back to extraordinary experiences at their home away from home.

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/

Do what you love, care for the world, dare to challenge the status quo! #BELIMITLESS

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $15.65-$20.20 per hour

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness program

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2023-05-29

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