Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
 
Jasper, AB
Permanent

Job details

Job type
Permanent
Company Description

Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge is seeking passionate and adventurous individuals to join our incredible team here in the Canadian Rocky Mountains. Our hotel offers a wide variety of jobs in over thirty departments and is sure to have something that sparks your interest. We pride ourselves on the work/play lifestyle that working in Jasper National Park provides and we do our best to ensure your quality of life is elevated when working for us. If you have ever dreamed of working in Jasper, don't miss out on this opportunity.


Job Description

Florist

In addition to engaging service and authentically local experiences, The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge offers our guests places of unrivalled presence. Showcase your creative talents & attention to detail with floral flair as Florist – and create beautiful flower displays for those special occasions which include Weddings & Conferences to enhance an exceptional guest stay.

What is in it for you:

Subsidized staff accommodation provided on-site for full time status
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/spa/golf
Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge and over 5,000 properties with Accor
What you will be doing:

Reporting to the Grounds Superintendent, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

Consistently offers professional, engaging and friendly service. Communicating effectively with Managers & other Supervisors
A passion for Floral Design and presentation
Responsible for all of the floral requirements of the Hotel. This includes but is not limited to the care & maintenance of all indoor plants, seasonal crops & floral requirements for weddings & conferences
Very strong creative instinct to design & create the visions of clients
Assist the CSAC team in selling & promoting floral services, motivated to up-sell ideas to clients to improve on revenues
Ensuring temporary floral helpers are properly trained & supervised to maximize efficiency & colleague satisfaction
Will assist in the maintenance of the greenhouse, flower shop, annual/shrub compound & herb garden
Cleaning, organizing & maintaining flower shop, fridge & storage spaces
Responsible for special seasonal displays & decorations in guest areas & outlets
Responsible for keeping inventory of décor supplies and fixtures on a monthly basis
Order supplies & materials in Birchstreet.
Strong knowledge in excel, word & computer skills in order to create estimates, quotes, presentation & invoicing
Attending Bridal shows & Expos to promote & sell services
Attending Gift shows & trade shows to source new suppliers
Attending Floral courses & seminars to keep up with the trends

Qualifications

Your experience and skills includes:

2 years experience in the Floral Industry is mandatory
Proven ability for flower arranging, specializing in indoor & outdoor plants & decorating
Requires a good understanding and experience in container gardening, plant maintenance, indoor plants
Excellent communication & leadership skills
Individuals who have a desire to excel in the Floral industry & Horticulture industry
Trustworthy, reliable, punctual, responsible & dependable
Preference will be given to colleagues who posses relevant experience (floral design crafts & decorating)
Preference will be given to person who posses (supervisory skills, guest/public contact)
This is a guest contact position & will require the incumbent to meet with Hotel guests and potential Hotel guests who plan on coming to the Hotel, so an impeccable presentation is required
Must be self motivated & work independently
Must possess a Valid Alberta Drivers License
Must be in good physical condition
Must be able to work safely and ensure co-workers are working safely
CPR & First Aid certifications are a asset
Your team and working environment:

Sitting: 0-4 hr/day
Walking: 6-8 hr/day
Standing: 6-8 hr/day
Bending/reaching: 4-8 hr/day
Pushing/pushing: 4-8 hr/day
Physical effort: required to lift up to 40 lbs
Strength and agility to work and operate equipment safely so as not to harm others or the environment
Environmental stress: high – inside/outside
Fast-paced, upscale, luxury hotel
Close proximity to Marmot Basin Ski Resorts in winter and world-renowned hiking trails in summer
Hospitality employees worldwide making this a great place to develop lifelong connections

Additional Information

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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