Company Description

Your team and working environment:

Edmonton's "Chateau on the River" For more than 100 years, Fairmont Hotel Macdonald has effortlessly delivered timeless luxury in the heart of downtown Edmonton. Nestled upon the North Saskatchewan River Valley, the hotel's charm and ever-evolving elegance has earned it the spotlight as one of the City's most sought after locations.  A storied past, an unparalleled present, and a future to be reckoned with, Fairmont Hotel Macdonald has set the stage for luxury in the heart of the city.  Edmonton's only four-diamond "Chateau on the River" offers unparalleled views of North America's largest expanse of urban parkland.  Boasting dignified style and timeless grace, each of our 198 classically designed guestrooms, including specialty suites, are tastefully adorned with the finest amenities.  In 2016, we forever changed the game in luxury was we unveiled a completely re-designed Fairmont Gold and Lounge.  Delivering personalized and discreet service, this hotel within a hotel offers an unrivalled experience unlike any other the city has seen, and likely ever will.  From seasonally inspired menus to dining experiences that will satisfy any craving, see what our chefs are preparing in our confederation lounge and our award winning restaurant, The Harvest Room.

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 Description

Bellman (Casual)

From a warm welcome to a fond farewell, as a Bellman, you will take care of the guests as soon as they step foot onto your driveway, ensuring a lasting impression for our guests’ stay.

What you will be doing:

Reporting to the Front Office Manager, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

• Greet all guests arriving by vehicle, and promote valet parking as the only hotel-related parking option or clearly direct guests to appropriate public parking service if they prefer

• To ensure customer satisfaction by offering the highest caliber of service to the hotel guest on arrival and departure and throughout the length of the guest's stay

• Ensure all entrance areas are free and clear from congestion for arrivals and departures of vehicles by ensuring all cars are parked in an expedient manner

• Complete thorough walk around of guest vehicles prior to entering the garage and highlight any damage on the corresponding valet parking ticket

• When requested or anticipated, will provide guests with information and answers to questions about Hotel facilities, meeting functions, dining facilities, local transportation alternatives and tourist attractions

• Strict adherence to Fairmont Service Standard Expectations as it relates to valet parking

• Able to operate all types of vehicles (manual and regular transmission)

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Your experience and skills include:

• Available to work weekends, evenings and shift work

• Excellent verbal communication skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills

• Team oriented

• Customer service focused

• Professional manner and outgoing personality

• Valid Driver’s License with no infractions

• Good command of the English language

• Able to operate standard transmission vehicles

Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining work authorization documents

Additional Information

What is in it for you: 

• Comprehensive wellness platform (LifeWorks) for employee mental health and wellbeing support  

• Learning programs through our Academies designed to sharpen your skills 

• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Planet 21 

• Career development opportunities with national and international promotion opportunities. The sky is your limit