Assistant Chief Steward

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Fairmont Château Lake Louise

Assistant Chief Steward

The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise is seeking a highly motivated and energetic professional to provide leadership for the Stewarding department. You must be creative, organized and possess a passion towards the food and beverage industry. Reporting to the Chief Steward you will be instrumental in the ongoing development of new systems and ideas to keep the Stewarding department and food and beverage division at the cutting edge of our industry. Being outgoing and passionate about working with people are keys to the being successful in this position. Come as you are!

To learn more about our lifestyle and location visit our website: www.lakelouisejobs.com

What is in it for you:

• Experience living in Banff National Park in the iconic location of Lake Louise
• Subsidized staff accommodation provided on-site for full time status
• Access to our Lifestyle Program activities
• One duty meal in our newly renovated staff cafeteria
• Competitive extended benefits package including medical, vision and dental for full time permanent status
• Employee Travel Program
• Comprehensive Wellness Platform (LifeWorks)
• Discounts on food & beverage/fitness centre/spa/golf
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise and over 5,000 properties with Accor

What you will be doing:

• Lead, teach, coach and inspire a team of up to 60 staff, including 8 supervisors
• Conduct semi-annual and periodic inventories to ensure stock and resource availability are maintained within all Food and Beverage outlets and kitchens
• Conduct daily inspections of all Food and Beverage areas and kitchens to ensure cleanliness and compliance with local health/sanitation codes
• Ensure the correct ordering and usage of all chemicals within the department and outlets, including appropriate training in accordance with provincial WHMIS legislation
• Attend and lead any required meetings and committees
• Assist the Chief Steward with the recruitment, orientation, training and scheduling of all colleagues and supervisors
• Assist the Chief Steward to exceed budgetary guidelines for operating supplies and labor
• Provide support and direction to the team of leaders within Stewarding regarding performance management and continuous learning
• Foster an environment of cooperation within the department and between other departments within the hotel
• Review banquet event orders to forecast equipment and supply requirements
• Ensure a clean and safe working environment, and actively participate in health and safety initiatives
• Adhere to all hotel environmental policies and initiatives
• Carry out any other tasks as assigned

Your experience and skills include:

• 2 years leadership experience within the Stewarding Department required or management experience within food and beverage
• Must have valid driver's license class 5 and be able to obtain an Alberta Driver's license
• Diploma or Degree in Hospitality Management a definite asset
• Self-motivated, with the ability to make effective decisions
• Demonstrates initiative, and the ability to multitask and work with minimal supervision
• Ability to maintain high service levels under pressure
• Physically fit to lift trays repeatedly, stand and walk for the duration of the shift.

You may be required to work on holidays, weekends, overnights and other non-day shifts. Submission of your application to Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise indicates that you are able to meet these requirements as needed.

Your team and working environment:

• Fast-paced, upscale, luxury hotel
• Close proximity to multiple ski resorts in winter and world-renowned hiking trails in summer
• Hospitality employees worldwide making this a great place to develop lifelong connections

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.

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