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Who We Are A member of Relais & Châteaux with Three MICHELIN Keys, Fogo Island Inn is a 29-room luxury hotel, built on principles of sustainability and respect for nature and culture. The Inn is a community asset, owned by the charity Shorefast, and 100 percent of operating surpluses are reinvested into Shorefast’s work to secure a resilient future for Fogo Island.

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Our work has garnered significant international interest including a feature on 60 Minutes and in The New York Times’ 52 Places for a Changed World. The mission of Shorefast is to build, learn, and share economic development practices that catalyse the assets of local places, starting with Fogo Island.

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Learn more about us: fogoislandinn.ca

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Job Description The Opportunity The Doorperson is a key member of the Guest Services team at Fogo Island Inn,

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reporting to the Director, Guest Services. Stationed at the inside entrance to the Inn, this role serves as the warm first and last impression for every guest — ensuring arrivals are greeted with genuine hospitality and departures are handled smoothly. The ideal candidate brings a natural warmth, attentiveness, and a deep commitment to exceptional service. They will be responsive to guest needs throughout the stay,

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contributing directly to the extraordinary experience Fogo Island Inn is known for worldwide.

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What You'll Do

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- Warmly greet guests upon arrival and ensure a smooth, attentive departure experience
- Handle all guest luggage for arrivals and departures
- Orientate guests to their suites and to the Inn
- Manage traffic flow between the Inn and parking lot, including retrieving and parking guest vehicles
- Ensure guest room stoves, lobby stoves, sauna stoves, and fireplaces are lit and maintained as required
- Bring in and stock wood for all designated areas
- Maintain a clean and tidy work area, including sweeping and mopping the lobby and entrance as required,



and cleaning doors and windows
- Ensure fleet vehicles are clean, fueled, and maintained in excellent working order

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Qualifications

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Qualifications and Experience

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- Must have a valid Canadian driver's license
- Previous experience in a guest-facing hospitality role is an asset
- Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting luggage and carrying firewood
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Passion for social business and a desire to make a difference in the lives of others and in the community
- Entrepreneurial spirit and positive attitude
- Commitment to upholding the vision and goals of Fogo Island Inn, Shorefast Foundation, and other affiliated organizations
- Ability to excel in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
- Sensitivity to the history and culture of rural Newfoundland

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Additional Information

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WHAT WE OFFER

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- Wage range: $17-$20/hour.
- Access to an employee work-out room, to support personal well-being.
- An engaged, highly supportive, and collaborative environment that encourages creativity and curiosity.
- The opportunity to work in a thriving social enterprise.
- Continued learning and career development training.
- Allowances for travel to Fogo Island may be available.
- Housing/accommodations assistance may be available.
- A dynamic culture that encourages and rewards the entrepreneurial spirit

TO APPLY

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Please submit a cover letter and resume to [email protected], with the subject line “Doorperson”; Questions about this position may also be directed here.

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Deadline for Applications: Until Filled

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We are grateful for all applications, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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We endeavour to foster an accessible work environment and to ensure all in our care feel safe and valued. Please reach out if there is anything we can do to accommodate a more accessible or inclusive application process.

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📌 Doorperson (Fogo Island)
🏢 Relais & Chateaux
📍 Fogo Island