Full-Time

Hospitality Excellence Specialist

Pursuit Collection

Pursuit Collection

1-10 employees

No salary listed

Banff, AB, Canada + 4 more

More locations: Calgary, AB, Canada | Jasper, AB, Canada | Anchorage, AK, USA | Kalispell, MT, USA

In Person

Based at a Pursuit office (Banff, Jasper, Calgary, Columbia Falls, or Anchorage).

Category
Training
Required Skills
Data Analysis

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Requirements
  • Minimim 3 years of experience in hospitality operations, attractions, tourism, retail operations, training, quality assurance, operational excellence, or multi-site program support
  • Strong facilitation, coaching, communication, and relationship-building skills
  • Highly organized, analytical, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
  • Comfortable working independently while collaborating effectively with teams and stakeholders
  • Post-secondary education in Hospitality, Tourism, Business, Operations, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience preferred
  • Experience working across multiple locations or business units to support consistency and operational improvement preferred
  • Experience analyzing operational performance data and translating findings into practical improvement opportunities preferred
  • Experience developing or supporting SOPs, training programs, quality assurance initiatives, or operational standards preferred
  • Based at a Pursuit office (Banff, Jasper, Calgary, Columbia Falls, or Anchorage)
  • Must be legally eligible to work and live without restriction or time bound expiration in one of these locations
  • Enthusiastic to travel across all Pursuit destinations including Canada, United Stats, Iceland and, Costa Rica
  • Must hold a Valid driver’s license
  • Must have ability to travel to internationally without restriction
Responsibilities
  • Support the execution, consistency, and continuous improvement of Pursuit’s enterprise hospitality standards,nd service expectations and quality standards
  • Support the development and delivery of best-in-class training resources, including standard operating procedures (SOPs), micro-learning tools, and train-the-trainer programs that strengthen frontline capability and leadership alignment with strategic priorities.
  • Support leaders and teams in their operations to identify, clarify, and reinforce hospitality expectations while sharing opportunities to improve consistent execution in dynamic environments.
  • Analyze operational assessment results and hospitality program data, identify trends, and refine quality assurance operating systems to support leaders in developing actionable improvement plans that are practical, impactful, and scalable.
  • DUTIES & DELIVERABLES
  • Conduct hospitality standards audits and operational assessments across Attractions, Lodging, Food & Beverage, Transportation, and Retail operations
  • Evaluate the practicality, impact, and scalability of hospitality standards, service expectations, and training programs
  • Identify and report on execution gaps, inconsistencies, and opportunities to improve guest and team member experiences
  • Track, analyze, and report on hospitality program adoption, operational performance trends, and training effectiveness using enterprise platforms and key performance metrics
  • Prepare action plans that address assessment findings and strengthen operational execution
  • Maintain and continuously improve hospitality standards platforms and tracking tools, including Xenia
  • Develop and maintain SOPs, templates, and "what good looks like" resources that support consistent execution across the enterprise
  • Assist with the development of training resources that support leaders and frontline teams in consistently delivering unforgettable hospitality
  • Deliver train-the-trainer sessions, virtual training, and field support to operational teams
Desired Qualifications
  • Post-secondary education in Hospitality, Tourism, Business, Operations, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience preferred
  • Experience working across multiple locations or business units to support consistency and operational improvement preferred
  • Experience analyzing operational performance data and translating findings into practical improvement opportunities preferred
  • Experience developing or supporting SOPs, training programs, quality assurance initiatives, or operational standards preferred

Company Size

1-10

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

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Founded

2018

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Record Q1 2026 revenue of $51.6M reflects 37.4% growth, driven by strong demand across attractions and lodging.
  • Tabacón acquisition boosted performance with RevPAR and visitor growth, reinforcing Pursuit's strategic acquisition approach.
  • Management reaffirmed 2026 adjusted EBITDA guidance of $123–$133M, showing confidence in sustained demand and margin improvement.

What critics are saying

  • Glacier Park lodging revenue may drop 60–80% in 6–9 months due to road rehab closing 40% of auto access.
  • Alaska competitor undercutting Denali prices by 30% could erode 45–65% of Denali Cabins occupancy in 9–12 months.
  • NYSE delisting risk exists if 2026 Q3 debt-to-equity ratio fails 1.5x, triggering $320M mandatory loan repayment within 12–18 months.

What makes Pursuit Collection unique

  • Pursuit operates 17 attractions and 29 lodges across iconic US, Canada, Iceland, and Costa Rica destinations.
  • The company rebranded from Viad Corp to Pursuit Attractions and Hospitality on December 31, 2024, enhancing investor visibility.
  • Key properties include Glacier Park Lodge, Seward Windsong Lodge, and Denali Backcountry Lodge, supporting its adventure travel portfolio.

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Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Wellness Program

Mental Health Support

Employee Discounts