Steward - Full Time Position

Company Overview

Established in 1915, Fairmont Hotel Macdonald in Edmonton offers a prestigious and luxurious hospitality experience recognized by awards such as the MICHELIN Key 2025 and Condé Nast Traveler 2025 Readers’ Choice. Our team is committed to providing exceptional personalized services to ensure guests feel comfortable and valued. The hotel features acclaimed local dining, a multi-level fitness club, event spaces, and wedding venues, continuing a tradition of excellence spanning over a century. We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workforce.

Role Summary and Responsibilities

As a Steward, you play a crucial role behind the scenes by maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards necessary to deliver exceptional culinary experiences. Reporting to the Restaurant General Manager, key tasks include ensuring a steady supply of clean dishware and buffet equipment, operating industrial cleaning machines, maintaining sanitary conditions in dishwashing and kitchen areas, and performing general cleaning duties such as mopping and polishing.

Physical Requirements

• Standing and walking continuously during shifts
• Lifting and carrying items weighing up to 30 pounds frequently
• Occasional kneeling, pushing, and pulling activities

Candidate Profile

• Previous experience in cleaning or food and beverage environments is beneficial but not mandatory
• Self-driven with sound decision-making skills
• Proactive and capable of working independently
• Composed under pressure while maintaining service quality
• Physically capable of lifting trays repeatedly and standing/walking for entire shifts
• Willingness to work rotating shifts involving repetitive tasks
• Must have legal authorization to work in Canada; no visa assistance provided

Compensation and Benefits

• Hourly wage ranging from $20.73 to $21.73 CAD gross
• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage including mental health support up to $5,000 annually for full-time permanent employees
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with employer match up to 5% of earnings
• Employee travel discounts on accommodations and dining at Fairmont and Accor worldwide
• Access to wellness programs and mental health resources
• Professional development via specialized training academies
• Engagement opportunities in corporate social responsibility initiatives like Planet 21
• Career growth and promotion prospects nationally and internationally

Work Environment

We cultivate an inclusive workplace where individuality is embraced, and employees are supported to continuously grow and find purpose in their work. Join us to create memorable hospitality moments and develop your career with us.