Additional Information

Job Number 26109198

Job Category Rooms & Guest Services Operations

Location 4090 Whistler Way, Whistler, BC, Canada, V8E 1J3 VIEW ON MAP

Schedule Full Time

Located Remotely? N

Position Type Management

Pay Range: $60,000 CAD

Additional Information: This hotel is owned and operated by an independent franchisee, Aimbridge Hospitality. The franchisee is a separate company and a separate employer from Marriott International, Inc. The franchisee solely controls all aspects of the hotel’s employment policies and practices, including hiring, firing, discipline, staffing, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. If you accept a position at this hotel, you will be employed by a franchisee and not by Marriott International, Inc.

Start Your Journey With Us
WESTIN
At Westin, everything we do is designed to help our guests be at their best, and they appreciate our supportive attitude, anticipatory service and extensive knowledge on how to assist them throughout their stay. We are looking for energetic people who are excited to join our team of hospitality professionals. Are you ready to jump into any situation and give a helping hand? If you’re someone who has is positive, adaptable and intuitive, with a genuine interest in the well‑being of others around you, we invite you to discover how you can thrive at Westin.

Position Details

Full time/Permanent

Immediate Start date

The Impact You’ll Make
Our Quality Keepers know that the countless small details end up making a big impression on our customers. It’s their organization, attention to detail and overall care for their work that reinforces our position as the world’s leading hospitality company.

The Guest Service Manager is in charge of the day to day operation of the Front Office Department, which includes the command center, front desk, bell services and valet team. Coach, train and motivate Front Office associates. Ensure the Westin standards are being adhered to with our service levels and abide by all Westin and Marriott standards, policies and procedures.

What We Are Looking For

A warm, people-oriented demeanor

A team-first attitude

Inspired to help and interact with others





The Wellness You Deserve
We’ll support you in and out of the workplace by offering:

Team-spirited coworkers & encouraging management

Learning and development opportunities

Reward and Recognition Programs

Staff Accommodation (based on availability)

Enjoy Discounted Hotel stays with Marriott ‘Explore’ Program

Complimentary Staff Meal

Health & Safety

Health & Safety is at our core!

Daily stretches and movement to get you ready for your day

Safety orientations to ensure you feel safe at work

Proud to be COR certified – an occupational health and safety accreditation program that verifies a fully implemented safety and health program which meets national standards.

Monthly safety committee meetings

Position Requirements

Maintains regular and constant contact with Front Office associates and monitors their contact with guests

Makes certain that associate interactions with guests are following Westin Brand Guidelines. Provides constant feedback to department head concerning service issues, including guest desires, complaints and comments

Assists with the training of Front Office associates and makes certain that they are trained in all areas of Front Office

Maintains the schedule of Front Office associates in cross‑functional activities

Empowers and coaches associates in providing technically proficient, courteous and timely service

Maintains up‑to‑date status on in‑house groups, functions, arrivals and departures. Reviews VIP arrivals and makes certain that guest’s needs for special requests are met

Conducts monthly departmental meetings

Manages and motivates team success in departmental incentive programs

Presents innovative ideas to hotel management

Makes certain that Marriott approved Front Office technology is used to its full capacity

Conduct Quarterly Dialogues with each direct report





Work with Front Office Manager and People and Culture to look at development planning

Participate in cross‑training with Housekeeping

Ensure associates are trained in the safe work procedures associated with all of their tasks

Promote safety awareness to associates and demonstrate that safe job performance is the number one priority

Ensure associates report any unsafe conditions, practices or injuries as soon as possible and take appropriate actions

Set a good safety example

All other duties as assigned

Skills & Experience

Must be able to build and maintain credibility and relationships with customers (internal and external)

Strong organization and planning skills

Strong working knowledge of MS Office applications – Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Basic computer knowledge

Detailed knowledge of Whistler area and available services

Proven ability in managing time is critical; must be able to plan and execute effectively and efficiently

Leadership, management and supervisory skills

Previous experience in a similar role in a similar size/type of property

Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, and a passion for dealing with and emotionally connecting with others

Ability to create, implement and monitor hotel and staff goals, strategies, policies and training. Ability to access, input, analyze and retrieve information from computers

Experience using Galaxy UX, Lightspeed, GXP and MICROS an asset

General Requirements

Diploma or certificate in Hotel/Restaurant Management or the equivalent is an asset

Must be able to stand and exert well‑paced mobility for up to 8 hours in length.

Must be able to lift to 15 lbs. on a regular and continuing basis

Possession of, or ability to obtain First Aid Certificate

Strong organization and planning skills

Ensure compliance with WRS’s Occupational Health and Safety Program and the Regulation of WorkSafeBC

Set a good safety example

Ability to provide a satisfactory criminal record check

Competitive Pay, Extended Health benefit package, Summer and Winter wellness package

This company is an equal opportunity employer.

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