Employer Profile - The Russell Inn & Hotel Conference Centre

Constructed in 1971, The Russell Inn & Conference Centre is a parent company of Asessippi Ski Area & Resort. With The Russell Inn employing approx. 130 and Asessippi employing approx. 200, a combined total of over 300 employees, they are now one of the largest employers in the area. The Russell Inn & Conference Centre is located in the Parkland Region of Manitoba at the junction of Hwy #16 and Hwy #83. 

The hotel and complex totals 122 rooms between 4 properties, including amenities such as an indoor pool and waterslide, hot tub, conference centre, restaurant, Pizza Hut Express, Subway restaurant, Tim Hortons, pub, and more. The Russell Inn is poised for growth. From front desk agents, to room attendants, office administration, marketing, and more, The Russell Inn provides year-round hospitality services and event support to the local community, tourists, skiers/snowboarders, and conference guests.

“Although experience and education are both very important, we look for those who have a service attitude where the guest always comes first,” says Leanne Bily, HR Manager for The Russell Inn. “We like to have fun at work while still maintaining a high level of professionalism. We have perks that mimic large companies, but in a comfortable, family-like welcoming environment.

“It’s fun to be part of a happy team, everyday!”