Student Work Experience Opportunities (SWEP)

Company Description

Nestled at the base of Blackcomb Mountain, just two hours north of Downtown Vancouver, Fairmont Chateau Whistler defines mountain luxury. Offering ski-in, ski-out convenience in the winter, and an on-site championship golf course in the summer, we are Canada’s year-round outdoor adventure destination. Additionally, we are Whistler's largest conference resort hotel, offering 5 unique dining outlets, a slope-side Health Club, and 519 guestrooms and suites.

Job Description

If you are talented, motivated and enrolled in a Hospitality, Tourism, Culinary or Hotel & Restaurant Management program, our Spring/Summer 2026 student positions are your opportunity to relate your classroom study to the day-to-day operations of Canada’s most breathtaking resorts. 

Fairmont Chateau Whistler is now recruiting for the following student opportunities to start in Spring/Summer 2026: 

• Housekeeping - Room Attendant
• Third Cook
• Stewarding Attendant (Kitchen Dishwasher)
• Golf Operations / Turf Care 
• Server Assistant
• Host
• Banquets / In-Room Dining Server
• Barista / Deli Attendant
• Reservations & Royal Service Agent
• Guest Services Attendant

Successful applicants will be matched to available positions based on previous relevant work experience, area of studies, and the hotel’s operational requirements. For this opportunity you must be currently enrolled in a Hospitality, Tourism, Recreation, Turf Care, Golf Operations or Culinary program.

Starting Pay Rates: Ranging from $18.10 - $22.95 per hour, depending on the position

Why SWEP?

• Grow Your Career – Opportunities to return after your co-op in a full-time capacity, often in an elevated role

• Hands-on Experience – 4-6 month internship/co-op at large scale, luxury hotels

• SWEP Specific Activities – LinkedIn Learning Sessions, Wine Knowledge & Cocktail Basics, Guest Speakers, Welcome Activities, Graduation Party. 

• Build Your Network – Work and grow with like-minded hospitality professionals

Qualifications

You must be currently enrolled in a Hospitality, Tourism, Culinary, Golf/Turf Management or Hotel & Restaurant Management diploma or degree course, looking for a Co-Op semester in Summer 2026.

Food & Beverage Positions:

• Must have BC Serving It Right certification 
• Previous Food & Beverage experience preferred 

Culinary Division Positions:

• Currently enrolled in a Culinary program
• Previous experience as a cook an asset 
• Must be able to lift, carry and pull up to 50lbs

Housekeeping / Stewarding Division Positions: 

• Previous similar experience an asset
• Must be physically fit and able to stand and walk throughout shift and lift, carry and pull up to 50+lbs.

Rooms Division Positions:

• Previous front office / reservations / call center experience preferred  
• Previous Property Manager (Opera) experience an asset 

Golf Operations / Turf Care Positions:

• Currently enrolled in a Golf Operations / Turf Care Management program 
• Previous similar experience an asset 
• Must be physically fit and able to stand and walk throughout shift and lift, carry and pull up to 50+lbs. 

Job Perks & Benefits:

• Subsidized staff accommodation provided
• Complimentary meal in our staff cafeteria per shift
• Access to our Employee Travel Program, with discounts on room rates and food & beverage at Fairmont & Accor properties worldwide

Additional Information

Visa Requirements: To progress with your application, you must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.

APPLY TODAY: Whether you're just launching your career or looking for a new adventure, we invite you to visit www.Whister-Jobs.ca to learn more about Fairmont Chateau Whistler and the extraordinary opportunities that exist within our resort!

We encourage you to let us know if you require any accommodations through the application or recruitment process, and we will work with you to meet your needs. Persons who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence: [email protected].

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