Front Desk Agent

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Fairmont Chateau Whistler is seeking a permanent, full-time Front Desk Agent in Whistler, starting March 2026, at $20.50 per hour with raises at six months and annually to $24.90 at three years. In this guest-facing role you will greet, check in and out guests, handle transactions, and upsell hotel services while delivering a personalized experience. The ideal candidate works well under pressure, thrives in a team, has Opera or a similar system, and holds prior front desk experience with a service-focused mindset. Benefits include subsidized staff housing, a complimentary meal per shift, travel discounts, and ski or golf passes. Apply at Whistler-Jobs.ca and ensure you’re legally eligible to work in Canada, as the hotel cannot assist with work authorization; accommodations available via [email protected].

Company Description

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.

Job Description

Front Desk Agent

First impressions are everything! As a Front Desk Agent, you will take care of the guests from the moment they arrive through to their departure by ensuring they have a memorable experience with us.

This is a permanent, full-time position, starting March 2026.

Starting Rate of Pay: $20.50 per hour

We recognize tenure through our compensation - hourly rates increase after 6 months and then yearly to three years. At three years the pay rate for this role would be $24.90.

Job Duties Include:

• Greet, check-in, respond to requests and settle accounts while providing exceptional service
• Maintain accurate records of daily transactions, including cash handling - currency exchange and balancing a float
• Serve as a sales agent promoting and up-selling hotel services
• Take initiative to add a personalized experience
• Proudly promote the hotel facilities, looking for opportunities to enhance a guest’s stay through up-selling

Qualifications

• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment
• Ability to work cohesively with fellow colleagues as part of a team
• Prior experience working with Opera or a related system
• Previous front desk experience is required, previous customer service experience is an asset
• Service focused personality is essential

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

Additional Information

Visa Requirements: To progress with your application, you must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.

APPLY TODAY: Whether you're just launching your career or looking for a new adventure, we invite you to visit www.Whister-Jobs.ca to learn more about Fairmont Chateau Whistler and the extraordinary opportunities that exist within our resort!

We encourage you to let us know if you require any accommodations through the application or recruitment process, and we will work with you to meet your needs. Persons who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence: [email protected].

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