Job Title: Assistant Director of Front Office, Guest Experience & Loyalty Full-time

Company: Fairmont Hotels & Resorts

Location: Fairmont Empress, Victoria, Canada

Job Type: Permanent

Company Description

Recognized as the #1 Best Canadian Hotel in Travel + Leisure's 2024 World's Best Awards, Fairmont Empress is located in Victoria, BC, overlooking the city's sparkling Inner Harbour. A Forbes recommended and MICHELIN key hotel that offers 431 beautifully appointed guest rooms and suites, Fairmont Spa with signature West Coast experiences, and Q at the Empress featuring Pacific Northwest cuisine, an award-winning wine list, and regionally focused cocktail culture. World-famous Tea at the Empress is served in the Lobby Lounge with stunning harbour views.

The magnificent property completed a $60+ million restoration in 2017 that celebrated its proud history while moving the hotel into a new era of modern luxury and transforming the iconic property into a must-visit destination. In 2023, the property introduced a revamped Fairmont Gold Experience, including a major renovation to the Fairmont Gold floor. 88 Fairmont Gold rooms and a newly renovated lounge are ready to accommodate guests. Located on Vancouver Island, Canada's Castle on the Coast is the ideal starting point to explore British Columbia's stunning natural and expansive beauty. Historic Hotels Worldwide recognizes the property's prestigious grounds as the Top 25 Most Magnificent Gardens in the World.


Job Description

What is in it for you:

Employee benefit card offering discounted rates at Accor properties worldwide
Exclusive Employee and Friends & Family Discounts at Fairmont Hotel Vancouver
Exclusive access to the Pacific Northwest Food & Beverage Discount Program with 50% off at our dining destinations in Vancouver, Victoria, and Whistler
Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
Complimentary meal during your shift through our Colleague Dining Program
Complimentary uniform laundering
Access to our comprehensive benefits and wellness programs, including extended healthcare benefits and RMT, dental, vision, and complimentary counseling, wellness sessions, financial and family planning through GreenShield
Access to our company-matched Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP)
Opportunity to develop your talent through coaching and our Leadership Mentoring Programs
Competitive Salary starting at $69,600
What you will be doing

Lead Guest Services and Concierge teams as the head of the department, driving KIP aligned with hotel goals.
Support the Director of Front Office in the strategic planning, organization, and execution of Front office operations; acting as proxy to the Director in their absence.
Lead the team to deliver consistent, anticipatory and elevated service aligned with brand and luxury standards
Personalize experiences for all guests, with particular focus on VIP’s, repeat guests, and ALL Accor Members
Act as a key operational leader within the Front Office division, cultivating a high-performing culture of accountability, engagement, and a commitment of excellence.
Monitor performance of team members and provide coaching, development and progressive corrective action where required.
Create a culture of guest recognition, ensuring proactive engagement.
Monitor operational performance, guest feedback, identify trends while implementing action plans to improve performance and satisfaction
Oversee daily operations of Bell, Valet, Concierge, and Guest Services with precision and consistency.
Monitor parking revenues and implement initiatives to maximize performance while safeguarding guest satisfaction.
Ensure equipment such as bell carts and bicycles are maintained in pristine condition
Maintain strong communication across Rooms departments to support effective and efficient guest arrival, room assignment flow, and guest experience delivery
Support labor planning, scheduling, and productivity management in line with budget and forecast expectations
Act as Manager on Duty as required, providing leadership presence and support across the hotel
Contribute to the development and implementation of SOPs, training programs, and operational standards
Maintain a strong presence in the operation, ensuring a high level of visibility with both guests and colleagues
Ensure full compliance with hotel policies, brand standards, and safety procedures
Member of the Emergency Response Team
Performs any and all other tasks which are assigned by management

Qualifications

Reporting to the Director of Front Office, the Assistant Director of Front Office, Guest Experience & Loyalty plays a key leadership role in overseeing the daily operation and strategic direction of the Guest services and Concierge teams, while supporting the broader Front Office operation.

This role plays a critical part in delivering exceptional guest experiences, driving operational excellence, and supporting the achievement of strategic and financial objectives. As a critical partner to the Director of Front Office, the Assistant Director helps lead a high-performing team, foster a culture of service excellence and ensures alignment across the Rooms Divisions department.

Your experience and skills include

Previous leadership experience in Front Office, Reservations, or Rooms Division, ideally in a luxury or high-volume environment
Proven ability to lead teams, develop talent, and drive performance
Strong understanding of hotel operations, including Front Office systems and reservation platforms
Ability to balance operational demands with strategic priorities
Highly organized, adaptable, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate data into action
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Experience working cross-functionally with Revenue Management and Sales teams is an asset

Additional Information

Physical Aspects of Position (include but are not limited to):

Physically capable of performing repetitive work
Visa Requirements: Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.

Your team and working environment: Welcome to Canada’s Castle on the Coast. The Empress Hotel sits proudly at the centre of culture and history in Victoria, British Columbia. This is the best of all worlds – where contrast meets distinction, opulence blends harmoniously with the understated and fabled history meshes with contemporary affairs. This award-winning Victoria hotel and National Historic Site is an alluring blend of classic and contemporary, vintage and cutting-edge: Where Modern meets Iconic. Come join our wonderful team of hospitality experts!

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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Posted: 23/04/2026