If you’re looking for a solid job with great perks, working at one of BC’s many hotels and resorts could be a good next move in your career journey. Whether you’re looking for a seasonal job or something a little more permanent, here are some hotels and resorts in BC that are hiring right now.
Shangri-La Vancouver
We’ll start with one of the most well-known hotels in the world. The Shangri-La is world-renowned, and its Vancouver location is currently hiring for four positions:
- Director of Operations
- In-Room Dining & Banquet Server (Full-Time)
- Room Attendant (Part-Time)
- Bell Person | Guest Service Ambassador (Part-Time)
Benefits & perks:
- Access to 100+ Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts with Colleague Travel Discounts
- Food & beverage discounts
- Discounts on CHI the Spa products & services
- Discounted theatre, cinema, and retailers through partner programs
For full-time employees:
- Health, dental, and vision benefits
- Transit discounts
- Education reimbursement program
Where: 1128 West Georgia Street
Fairmont Empress
Known for its impeccable afternoon tea service and historic legacy, the Fairmont Empress in Victoria is probably the gold standard when it comes to classic hotels hiring in BC. Right now, the Empress has over 50 open positions, ranging from high-level roles in public relations to seasonal serving positions:
- Junior Server (April to June start date) – Seasonal
- Spa Experience Coordinator (May 1 start date)
- Executive Sous Chef
- Assistant Fairmont Gold Lounge Manager (April start date)
- Assistant Director, Events
Benefits & perks:
- Employee benefit card offering discounted rates at Accor properties worldwide
- Friends & Family Discounts at Fairmont Empress Hotel
- Access to the Pacific Northwest Food & Beverage Discount Program
- Complimentary meals during shift work
- Complimentary counselling, wellness sessions, financial and family planning
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
Where: 721 Government Street, Victoria
Wickaninnish Inn
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This family-owned Tofino spot currently has over 30 open positions on its culinary, housekeeping, front office, admin, maintenance, and special events teams, as well as at the Pointe Restaurant and Ancient Cedars Spa. Here are just some of the roles available:
- Sous Chef
- Fine Dining Server – Pointe Restaurant
- Assistant Sommelier – Pointe Restaurant
- Room Attendant
- Reservations Supervisor
- Welcome Ambassador/Valet
- Esthetician
- 50% off discount on food and non-alcoholic beverages at Pointe Restaurant, On the Rocks Lounge, and Driftwood Café (up to groups of four people)
- Overnight stay privileges
- Family guestroom discount privilege
- Temporary shared staff housing
- Professional certifications (sommelier, first-aid, etc)
- Extended health and dental benefits
- Relais & Châteaux privileges at other participating properties
Where: 500 Osprey Lane, Tofino
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Summerland Waterfront Resort & Spa
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Always dreamed of working in the Okanagan? Summerland Waterfront Resort & Spa currently has five open positions, so now could be your chance!
- Sales Manager
- SWR Boat Rentals Manager
- SWR Boat Rentals Dock Attendant
- Room & Resort Attendant
- Front Desk & Reservations
- Discounts at iKhaya Day Spa, Shaughnessy’s Cove Restaurant, The Bistro, and SWR Boat Rentals
- Friends & Family discounts at the hotel
- Emergency Staff Crisis Fund
- Mark’s Work Wearhouse Discount
- Access to social events
- Paid vacation time
Where: 13011 Lakeshore Drive South, Summerland
Sun Peaks Resort
Whether you’re looking for something seasonal or permanent, there are over 40 open positions on Sun Peaks Resort’s website. From lift operators and bike trail crew members to roles in communications, here are just some of the open roles you can check out:
Benefits & perks:
- Full access to winter and summer lift, trail, and golf passes
- Dining discounts within our Hotel and Resort outlets
- Retail discounts in Resort owned outlets
- Staff parties
- Friends and Family hotel rates
Where: 1280 Alpine Road, Sun Peaks
And that’s a wrap on some BC hotels & resorts with great perks that are hiring right now. Happy job hunting!
