Active Jobs at Marriott International

POSITION SUMMARY

• Check figures, postings, and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy, and proper codes.
• Organize, secure, and maintain all files, records, cash and cash equivalents in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Record, store, access, and/or analyze computerized financial information.
• Transmit information or documents using a computer.
• Maintain accurate electronic spreadsheets for financial and accounting data. Classify, code, and summarize numerical and financial data to compile and keep financial records, using journals, ledgers, and/or computers.
• Prepare, maintain, and distribute statistical, financial, accounting, auditing, or payroll reports and tables.
• Complete period-end closing procedures and reports as specified.
• Prepare, review, reconcile, and issue bills, invoices, and account statements according to company procedures. Post requisitions and document selection activities. Ensure accurate maintenance of all employee records and files.
• Maintain confidentiality and security of employee and property records, files, and information.
• Regularly coordinate employee celebrations.
• Follow all company policies and procedures; ensure uniform and personal appearance is clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets; protect the privacy and security of guests and coworkers.
• Address service needs in a professional, positive, and timely manner. Speak with others using clear and professional language; prepare and review written documents accurately and completely; answer telephones and emails using appropriate etiquette.
• Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 10 pounds without assistance.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others; support team to reach common goals; listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees.
• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Related Work Experience: At least 1 year of related work experience.
• Supervisory Experience: No supervisory experience.
• License or Certification: None

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POSITION SUMMARY

• Meet group coordinator/host(ess) prior to functions, make introductions, and ensure that all arrangements are agreeable.
• Read and analyze banquet event order in order to gather guest information, determine proper set up, timeline, specific guest needs, buffets, action stations, etc. Respond to and try to fulfill any special banquet event arrangements.
• Follow up on special banquet event arrangements to ensure compliance.
• Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; and complete safety training and certifications. Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional, maintain confidentiality of proprietary information, and protect company assets.
• Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards, anticipate and address guests’ service needs, and thank guests with genuine appreciation.
• Speak with others using clear and professional language, and answer telephones using appropriate etiquette.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others, and support team to reach common goals.
• Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards.
• Read and visually verify information in a variety of formats (e.g., small print). Visually inspect tools, equipment, or machines (e.g., to identify defects).
• Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time or for an entire work shift. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance. Move through narrow, confined, or elevated spaces.
• Move over sloping, uneven, or slippery surfaces as well as up and down stairs and/or service ramps. Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping.
• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Related Work Experience: At least 1 year of related work experience.
• Supervisory Experience: No supervisory experience.
• License or Certification: None

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Function:

• Join our amazing team and deliver unforgettable and memorable experiences.
• We are recruiting for an enthusiastic individual with a positive attitude. Reporting to the Front Office Manager, the successful incumbent will be required to provide professional and excellent customer service.
• The Primary focus will be on Guest interaction, provide excellent Customer Service and maintain the quality and standards of the Westin Cape Town and in accordance with Marriott International Hotels standards, policies and procedures.

What we offer: 

• Market related salary
• Learning and development opportunities through online platforms, on the job trainings and classroom-based courses
• Discounts on hotel rooms, food and beverage and spa in Marriott International portfolio
• Wellbeing activities and sustainability initiatives through the Take Care and 360° programs
• On Property Café
• Medical Aid Company 
• Provident Fund Company Benefits 
• Associate Uniform and Laundry service thereof
• Employee Well-being  Programme
• Staff Transport

Required Experience & Qualifications:

• At least 2- 3 years’ experience in a Receptionist / Front Desk Agent position within a Hotel environment
• An appropriate recognized qualification would be advantageous
• Proficiency in Microsoft packages 
• Working Knowledge in Fidelio Opera
• Professional Disposition 
• Professional telephone and communication etiquette 
• People centric with a strong focus on the Guest experience 
• Ability to work within a pressurized environment
• Ability to use Initiative and be proactive and self-driven
• Sound financial acumen
• Maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance as per company standards
• Ability to work without supervision and within a team
• Attention to detail pertaining to area of responsibility
• Available to work flexible working hours and rostered shifts as and when required

Key duties and responsibilities:

Check-in/Check-out

• Process all guest check-ins by confirming reservations in computer system (e.g., Fidelio, PMS, FOSSE, OPERA), verifying guest identity, requesting form of payment, assigning room, and issuing room key in accordance with property policies and procedures.
• Secure valid form of payment (e.g., credit card, cash) prior to issuing room key.
• Set up accurate accounts for each guest upon check-in according to their requirements (i.e., sharewiths, separate room/tax/incidentals, comp).
• Activate room keys using electronic key machine and reissue new room keys to guests as necessary (e.g., lost key) by verifying guest identity and using electronic key machine.
• Assign room according to guest request and preferences whenever possible.
• Verify and adjust billing for guests.
• Process all check-outs including express check-outs, resolving any late and disputed charges, settling account, retrieving room key, and requesting comments on guest's stay.
• Advise guest of any messages (e.g., voicemail, mail, faxes) received for them, and send to room if required.
• Accommodate requests for room changes when possible.
• File guest paperwork or documentation.
• Pre-register designated guests and prepare key packets.
• Ensure rates match market codes and that any exceptions are documented and include an explanation.
• Sell a room/accommodation to guests without reservations based on availability.
• Communicate to appropriate staff that there are guests that are waiting for an available room.
• Review requests for late check-outs and approve according to occupancy.
• Keep track of changes in room status (e.g., early check-out, late check-out, room transfer, unexpected stay over) for Housekeeping.
• Coordinate with Housekeeping to track readiness of rooms for check-in and to report guest concerns.
• Obtain and verify proper tax-exempt information for tax-exempt guests.

Reservations/Blocking Rooms

• Confirm reservations and cancellations

Cash Handling

• Process all payment types such as room charges, cash, checks, debit, or credit.
• Process adjustment vouchers, paid-outs, correction vouchers, and miscellaneous charges.
• Count bank at end of shift and secure bank.
• Balance and drop receipts according to Accounting specifications.
• Provide change to guests.
• Obtain manual authorizations and follow all Accounting procedures when computer system is down.
• Cash guests' personal checks and traveler's checks.
• Count bank at the beginning of shift to ensure that amounts are correct and that there is adequate change.

Finance-Related

• Print credit check report, review status of each account, and follow up on accounts beyond approved credit limits.

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POSITION SUMMARY

• Our jobs aren’t just about giving guests a clean room and a freshly made bed. Instead, we want to build an experience that is memorable and unique. Our Hotel Cleanliness Experts are skilled in a wide range of housekeeping functions with responsibility for maintaining the appearance and cleanliness of the whole hotel. They are empowered to move about their space and do what needs to be done. Whether delivering guest requests, stocking carts, cleaning rooms and public spaces, or other similar responsibilities, the Hotel Cleanliness Expert makes sure the spaces in the hotel help create a great guest experience.
• No matter what position you are in, there are a few things that are critical to success – ensuring a safe workplace, following company policies and procedures, maintaining confidentiality, upholding quality standards, and ensuring your uniform, personal appearance, and communications are professional. Doing all these things well (and other reasonable job duties as requested) is critical for Hotel Cleanliness Experts – to get it right for our guests and our business each and every time.    

CRITICAL TASKS

Guest Relations

• Welcome and acknowledge each and every guest with a smile, eye contact, and a friendly verbal greeting, using the guest's name when possible.
• Anticipate and address guests' service needs, including asking questions of guests to better understand their needs and watching/listening to guest preferences and acting on them whenever possible.
• Assist other employees to ensure proper coverage and prompt guest service.
• Actively listen and respond positively to guest questions, concerns, and requests using brand or property specific process to resolve issues, delight, and build trust.

Housekeeping Protocol

• Contact Engineering, At Your Service (AYS)/ Delighted to Serve (DTS), or Housekeeping office directly for urgent repairs and preventative maintenance issues.
• Respond promptly to requests from guests, Front Desk, or At Your Service requests.
• Select appropriate cleaning chemicals and necessary personal protective equipment for various surfaces and cleaning jobs, following OSHA regulations and corporate standards.
• Fill cart with supplies (e.g., chemicals, rags, linens, amenities) as needed.
• Report room status (e.g., Do Not Disturb notice on room, discrepant rooms) to Main Linen Room, Housekeeping manager/supervisor, or Front Desk.
• Comply with quality assurance expectations and standards.
• Return cart to designated area at the end of shift.
• Clean and organize items stored in laundry room, supply/storage closets, linen room, and/or uniform room.
• Fold cleaned linen into designated size, either by hand or using folding machine.
• Post caution signs (e.g., wet floor signs) to limit traffic when necessary.
• Perform other reasonable duties as requested.

Guest Rooms, Villas, and Suites

• Check that all appliances are present in the room and in working order (e.g., hair dryer, TV, remote, microwave).
• Clean bathrooms, including bathtub/hot tub/shower, toilet, floor, sink, and mirror.
• Dust, polish, and remove marks from walls and furnishings (e.g., appliances, furniture, ice bucket, honor bar, baseboards, ledges, entrance door).
• Enter guest rooms following procedures for gaining access, such as knocking three times, saying “Housekeeping,” and ensuring vacancy before entering.
• Limit access to guest rooms while cleaning by following departmental procedures.
• Remove trash, dirty linen, and room service items from room and balcony/patio.
• Replace dirty linens (e.g., sheets, pillow cases) and terry (e.g., towels, bathrobes) with clean items, following correct bed making and folding standards.
• Replace guest amenities and supplies in rooms, such as toiletries, glasses, mugs, linens, towels, tissues, coffee, printed materials, and laundry bags according to standards.
• Report missing hotel/resort property and damages to room to manager/supervisor.

Public and Employee Spaces

• Clean public and employee restrooms and showers, including stocking bathroom with adequate paper goods and soap, cleaning all surfaces, and emptying trash.
• Clean glass (e.g., windows, mirrors) in public and employee areas by removing dust, spots, and smears.
• Clean floor surfaces in public or employee space using designated chemicals, supplies, and equipment (e.g., mops, buffers, vacuums, wet vacuum, extractor, shampoo machine, stain remover).
• Dust surfaces in assigned area, including furniture, fixtures, woodwork, pictures, public or house phones, fire extinguisher boxes, exit signs, and air vents.
• Empty trash containers, ashtrays, and ash urns in public areas into proper containers for recycling or disposal.
• Inspect condition of furniture for tears, rips, and stains and report damages to manager/supervisor.
• Clean and maintain lights by wiping lamps, light fixtures, and light switches, checking that they are in proper working condition, and reporting burnt-out bulbs.

Communication

• Speak to guests and co-workers using clear, appropriate and professional language.
• Discuss work topics, activities, or problems with coworkers, supervisors, or managers discreetly and quietly, avoiding public areas of the property.
• Support all co-workers and treat them with dignity and respect.

Safety and Security

• Complete appropriate safety training and certifications to perform work tasks.
• Follow company and department safety and security policies and procedures to ensure a clean, safe, and secure environment.
• Report work related accidents, or other injuries immediately upon occurrence to manager/supervisor.
• Identify and correct unsafe work procedures or conditions and/or report them to management and security/safety personnel.
• Follow Hazardous Material Management Program procedures for handling and disposing of chemicals, fertilizer, pesticides, blood borne pathogens, etc., including using Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS). Follow any local Training requirements & Guidance
• Follow property specific procedures for handling emergency situations (e.g., evacuations, medical emergencies, natural disasters).
• Maintain awareness of undesirable persons on property premises.
• Support all co-workers and treat them with dignity and respect.

Policies and Procedures

• Ensure uniform, nametags, and personal appearance are clean, hygienic, professional and in compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Follow company and department policies and procedures.
• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.
• Protect company tools, equipment, machines, or other assets in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Protect the privacy and security of guests and coworkers.

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES

Interpersonal Skills

• Customer Service Orientation
• Team Work
• Diversity Relations

Personal Attributes

• Safety Orientation
• Presentation
• Dependability
• Integrity
• Positive Demeanor

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Higher Education, Diploma or equivalent

Related Work Experience

• No related work experience is required

Supervisory Experience

• No supervisory experience is required

 

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POSITION SUMMARY

• Prepare special meals or substitute items. Regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters.
• Pull food from freezer storage to thaw in the refrigerator. Ensure proper portion, arrangement, and food garnish. Maintain food logs. Monitor the quality and quantity of food that is prepared.
• Communicate assistance needed during busy periods. Inform Chef of excess food items for use in daily specials. Inform Food & Beverage service staff of menu specials and out of stock menu items. Ensure the quality of the food items. P
• repare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklist. Prepare cold foods. 
• Assist management in hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, counseling, disciplining, and motivating and coaching employees; serve as a role model. Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report maintenance needs, accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; complete safety training and certifications. Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets.
• Anticipate and address guests’ service needs. Speak with others using clear and professional language.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others; support team to reach common goals; listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees. Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards. Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time.
• Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

CRITICAL TASKS

Safety and Security

• Report work related accidents, or other injuries immediately upon occurrence to manager/supervisor.
• Follow policies and procedures for the safe operation and storage of tools, equipment, and machines.
• Follow company and department safety and security policies and procedures to ensure a clean, safe, and secure environment.
• Identify and correct unsafe work procedures or conditions and/or report them to management and security/safety personnel.
• Use proper equipment, wear appropriate personal protective clothing (PPE), and employ correct lifting procedures, as necessary, to avoid injury.
• Follow property specific procedures for handling emergency situations (e.g., evacuations, medical emergencies, natural disasters).
• Complete appropriate safety training and certifications to perform work tasks.

Policies and Procedures

• Protect company tools, equipment, machines, or other assets in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Follow company and department policies and procedures.
• Ensure uniform, nametags, and personal appearance are clean, hygienic, professional and in compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Protect the privacy and security of guests and coworkers.
• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

Guest Relations

• Assist other employees to ensure proper coverage and prompt guest service.
• Address guests' service needs in a professional, positive, and timely manner.

Communication

• Speak to guests and co-workers using clear, appropriate and professional language.
• Talk with and listen to other employees to effectively exchange information.
• Provide assistance to coworkers, ensuring they understand their tasks.

Working with Others

• Support all co-workers and treat them with dignity and respect.
• Partner with and assist others to promote an environment of teamwork and achieve common goals.
• Develop and maintain positive and productive working relationships with other employees and departments.

Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement

• Comply with quality assurance expectations and standards.

Physical Tasks

• Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time or for an entire work shift.
• Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping.
• Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance.

General Kitchen

• Prepare all potentially hazardous foods at the correct temperature according to the HACCP guidelines.
• Follow appropriate personal hygiene procedures to ensure food served to guests is safe for consumption, including disinfecting hands prior to handling food and wearing a hat/hairnet and proper footwear.
• Follow and ensure compliance with food safety and handling policies and procedures, such as product rotation, First In-First Out (FIFO); dating, labeling, cleaning, and organizing coolers/freezers/storage areas; and Cold Chain compliance, across all food-related departments and areas.
• Ensure the quality of the food items and notify manager if a product does not meet specifications.
• Operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and fryers to prepare foods.
• Communicate any assistance needed during busy periods to the Chef to ensure optimum service to guests.
• Monitor the quantity of food that is prepared and the portions that are served in to control food waste and ensure that good food is not thrown away.
• Report maintenance issues immediately to appropriate personnel (i.e., management or maintenance).
• Check and ensure the correctness of the temperature of appliances and food using thermostats and thermometers, including monitoring freezer systems, such as fans, drains, and doors, for proper operation, and report issues or problems to facility management.
• Maintain kitchen logs for food safety program compliance (e.g., A1, A2, QA).
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of company Food Safety Programs within assigned area of responsibility, as well as all local, state, and federal regulations.
• Inform Chef of any excess food items that can be used in daily specials or elsewhere.
• Maintain food logs for all food products (e.g., production charts).

Sanitation and Maintenance

• Wash and disinfect kitchen area including tables, tools, knives, and equipment to ensure sanitary conditions and meet the departmental standards, including using sanitizers required by health department.
• Set-up and break down work station with required mise en place, tools, equipment and supplies, ensuring items are to established specs, ensuring adequate fill of containers, storing items appropriately, and cleaning station as appropriate.
• Follow and ensure compliance with sanitation and cleaning procedures and pest control guidelines, reporting pest control issues to appropriate personnel.
• Disassemble and assemble kitchen equipment following safety procedures when cleaning.

Kitchen Tools & Equipment

• Use kitchen tools safely and appropriately, including using appropriate tools to open cartons, boxes, and cans; keeping knives sharpened; using proper knife handling procedures; using correct knives for particular food item or specific task; using dry pads when moving hot material; and engaging all appropriate safety devices prior to operating equipment.
• Use measuring tools (for example, scale, measuring cups, measuring spoons) to precisely measure ingredients and portion sizes.

Food Preparation

• Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklist, establishing priority items.
• Test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently, using methods such as tasting, smelling, or piercing them with utensils.
• Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food before use.
• Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients according to recipes or personal judgment, using various kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Wash and peel (if required) fresh fruits and vegetables to prepare them for cooking or consumption.
• Monitor food quality while preparing food and throughout the day utilizing the HACCP forms and production charts.
• Prepare special meals or substitute items, where possible, to satisfy guest requests.
• Regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters.
• Pull food from freezer storage to thaw in the refrigerator, according to freezer pull chart.

Set-up

• Ensure proper portion, arrangement, and food garnish to be served to waiters or patrons, according to standards.
• Serve food (for example, soup, desserts, sides, entrees) in proper portions onto dishes, plates, mugs, and bowls, ensuring proper plate appearance.
• Inform Food & Beverage service staff of menu specials and out of stock menu items throughout the meal period.

Banquet/Buffet

• Breakdown work station and return and label back-up items according to proper food handling procedures.

Maintenance, Sanitation, and Cleaning Activities

• Ensure food storage areas are clean.

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES

Interpersonal Skills

• Team Work
• Interpersonal Skills
• Diversity Relations

Communications

• Listening

Personal Attributes

• Dependability
• Stress Tolerance
• Positive Demeanor
• Safety Orientation
• Adaptability/Flexibility
• Presentation
• Integrity
• Initiative

Organization

• Multi-Tasking
• Detail Orientation

Stock and Inventory

• Food Storage and Rotation

Equipment and Tools

• Thermometer and Thermostat
• Temperature Standards
• Kitchen Tools
• Kitchen Equipment
• Cleaning Kitchen Tools/Equipment

Basic Cookery

• Cooking Standards
• Thawing Food
• Recipe
• Fish Storage

Butcher

• Protein Storage Guidelines

Set-up

• Station Setup

Bussing

• Food Handling

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Technical, Trade, or Vocational School Degree

Related Work Experience

• At least 3 years of related work experience

Supervisory Experience

• No supervisory experience is required

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POSITION SUMMARY

• Prepare drink orders for guests according to specified recipes using measuring systems. Issue, open, and serve wine/champagne bottles. Set up and maintain cleanliness and condition of bar, bar unit, tables, and other tools. Prepare fresh garnishes for drinks. Stock ice, glassware, and paper supplies. Transport supplies to bar set-up area. Wash soiled glassware. Remove soiled wares from bar top and tables and place in designated area. Anticipate and communicate replenishment needs.
• Process all payment methods.
• Count bank at end of shift, complete designated cashier reports, resolve any discrepancies, drop off receipts, and secure bank. Secure liquors, beers, wines, coolers, cabinets, and storage areas.
• Complete closing duties. 
• Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; and complete safety training and certifications. Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional, maintain confidentiality of proprietary information, and protect company assets. Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards, anticipate and address guests’ service needs, and thank guests with genuine appreciation. Speak with others using clear and professional language. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others, support team to reach common goals, and listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees.
• Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards.
• Read and visually verify information in a variety of formats (e.g., small print). Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time or for an entire work shift. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 50 pounds without assistance. Grasp, turn, and manipulate objects of varying size and weight, requiring fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. Move through narrow, confined, or elevated spaces. Move over sloping, uneven, or slippery surfaces as well as up and down stairs and/or service ramps. Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

Safety and Security

• Report work related accidents, or other injuries immediately upon occurrence to manager/supervisor.
• Follow company and department safety and security policies and procedures to ensure a clean, safe, and secure environment.
• Use proper equipment, wear appropriate personal protective clothing (PPE), and employ correct lifting procedures, as necessary, to avoid injury.
• Identify and correct unsafe work procedures or conditions and/or report them to management and security/safety personnel.
• Follow policies and procedures for the safe operation and storage of tools, equipment, and machines.
• Maintain awareness of undesirable persons on property premises.
• Follow property specific procedures for handling emergency situations (e.g., evacuations, medical emergencies, natural disasters).

Policies and Procedures

• Protect the privacy and security of guests and coworkers.
• Follow company and department policies and procedures.
• Ensure uniform, nametags, and personal appearance are clean, hygienic, professional and in compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Protect company tools, equipment, machines, or other assets in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary materials and information.
• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

Guest Relations

• Welcome and acknowledge each and every guest with a smile, eye contact, and a friendly verbal greeting, using the guest's name when possible.
• Actively listen and respond positively to guest questions, concerns, and requests using brand or property specific process (e.g., LEARN, PLEASED, Guest Response, LEAP) to resolve issues, delight, and build trust.
• Address guests' service needs in a professional, positive, and timely manner.
• Anticipate guests' service needs, including asking questions of guests to better understand their needs and watching/listening to guest preferences and acting on them whenever possible.
• Thank guests with genuine appreciation and provide a fond farewell.
• Provide assistance to individuals with disabilities, including assisting visually, hearing, or physically-impaired individuals within guidelines (e.g., escorting them when requested, using words to explain actions, writing directions on paper, moving objects out of the way, or offering access to Braille or TDD phones).
• Assist other employees to ensure proper coverage and prompt guest service.
• Engage guests in conversation regarding their stay, property services, and area attractions/offerings.

Communication

• Speak to guests and co-workers using clear, appropriate and professional language.

Working with Others

• Support all co-workers and treat them with dignity and respect.
• Develop and maintain positive and productive working relationships with other employees and departments.
• Partner with and assist others to promote an environment of teamwork and achieve common goals.

Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement

• Comply with quality assurance expectations and standards.

Physical Tasks

• Read and visually verify information in a variety of formats (e.g., small print).
• Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time or for an entire work shift.
• Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 50 pounds without assistance.
• Grasp, turn, and manipulate objects of varying size and weight, requiring fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.
• Move through narrow, confined, or elevated spaces.
• Move over sloping, uneven, or slippery surfaces.
• Move up and down stairs and/or service ramps.
• Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping.

General Food and Beverage Services

• Follow appropriate procedures for serving alcohol (e.g., TIPs (Training for Intervention Procedures), CARE (Control Alcohol Risks Effectively)).
• Maintain cleanliness of work areas throughout the day, practicing clean-as-you-go procedures.
• Assist your and other departments when needed to ensure optimum service to guests.
• Report any employee, guest, and/or vendor incidents and accidents to management and Loss Prevention at the time of the incident and/or accident.

Assists Management

• Communicate with guests, other employees, or departments to ensure guest needs are met.

Greeting and Seating

• Thank every guest upon departure, invite them to return, and wish them a fond farewell.

Closing

• Secure liquors, beers, wines, coolers, cabinets, and storage areas.
• Complete closing duties, including storing all reusable goods, breaking down goods, cleaning all equipment and areas, returning equipment to proper locations, locking refrigerators, restocking items, turning off lights, locking doors, and completing daily cleaning checklist.

Cash/Bank Handling

• Count bank at end of shift, complete designated cashier reports, resolve any discrepancies, drop off receipts, and secure bank.
• Follow property control audit standards and cash handling procedures (e.g., blind drops).
• Transport bank to/from assigned workstation, following security procedures.
• Obtain assigned bank and ensure accuracy of contracted monies, obtaining change required for expected business level, and keeping bank secure at all times.
• Process all payment methods in accordance with Accounting procedures and policies.

Wine/Sommelier

• Issue, open, and serve wine/champagne bottles, ensuring guest satisfaction.

Bartending

• Follow all state and local laws for serving alcohol responsibly (e.g., last call times).
• Prepare drink orders for guests according to specified recipes using measuring systems.
• Maintain cleanliness and condition of bar, bar unit (CO2 lines, soda tanks, soda guns, drain, etc.), tables, and other tools, following all set-up guidelines.
• Prepare fresh garnishes for drinks.
• Document and communicate any incidents/accidents immediately to management and Loss Prevention during shift or event.
• Stock ice, glassware, and paper supplies.
• Requisition all necessary supplies, specifically bottle-for-bottle liquor restock, transporting supplies from storeroom to bar set-up area as required.
• Remove soiled wares from bar top and tables and place in designated area.
• Anticipate and communicate replenishment needs promptly, ensuring no shortages throughout scheduled function time, and ensuring proper authorization for additional payments as required prior to replenishing.

Education

• High school diploma/G.E.D. equivalent

Related Work Experience

• At least 1 year of related work experience

Supervisory Experience

• No supervisory experience is required

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POSITION SUMMARY

• Our jobs aren’t just about giving guests a smooth check-in and check-out. Instead, we want to build and experience that is memorable and unique.
• Our Guest Experience Experts take the initiative to deliver a wide range of services that guide guests through their entire stay.
• They are empowered to move about their space and do what needs to be done.
• Whether processing operational needs, addressing guest requests, completing reports, or sharing the highlights of the local area, the Guest Experience Expert makes transactions feel like part of the experience.
• No matter what position you are in, there are a few things that are critical to success – creating a safe work place, following company policies and procedures, maintaining confidentiality, protecting company assets, upholding quality standards, and ensuring your uniform, personal appearance, and communications are professional.
• Guest Experience Experts will be on their feet and moving around (stand, sit, or walk for an extended time) and taking a hands-on approach to work (move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 10 pounds without assistance). Doing all these things well (and other reasonable job duties as requested) is critical for Guest Experience Experts – to get it right for our guests and our business each and every time.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Grade 12
• Related Work Experience: 1-2 years' experience.
• Supervisory Experience: No supervisory experience.
• License or Certification: None

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POSITION SUMMARY

• Respond and attend to guest repair requests. Communicate with guests/customers to resolve maintenance issues. Perform preventive maintenance on tools and kitchen and mechanical room equipment, including cleaning and lubrication. Visually inspect tools, equipment, or machines.
• Carry equipment (e.g., tools, radio). Identify, locate, and operate all shut-off valves for equipment and all utility shut-offs for buildings. Maintain maintenance inventory and requisition parts and supplies as needed. Communicate each day’s activities and problems that occur to the other shifts using approved communication programs and standards. Display basic knowledge or ability to acquire knowledge in the following categories: air conditioning and refrigeration, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, pneumatic/electronic systems and controls, carpentry and finish skills, kitchen equipment, vehicles, energy conservation, and/or general building. Perform all surface preparation, painting, minor drywall and wood trim repair, light bulb and A/C filter replacement and the complete and thorough cleanup of the painting or repair area. Test, troubleshoot and perform basic repair on all types of equipment, plumbing (e.g., plunge toilets and unclog drains), electrical components including lamps, cosmetic items, extension cords, vacuum cleaners, internet devices, replace electrical switches and outlets, and other guestroom items. Program TV's and perform general housekeeping and engineering-related inventory duties. Use the Lockout/Tagout system before performing any maintenance work. Perform repairs on interior and exterior landscaping as well as external landscaping sprinklers. Display basic computer skills including inputting air handler schedules and making temperature changes.
• Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report any maintenance problems, safety hazards, accidents, or injuries; complete safety training and certifications; and properly store flammable materials. Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional, maintain confidentiality of proprietary information, and protect company assets. Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards, anticipate and address guests’ service needs, assist individuals with disabilities, and thank guests with genuine appreciation.
• Adhere to quality expectations and standards.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others, support team to reach common goals, and listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees. Speak with others using clear and professional language. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 50 pounds without assistance and heavier lifting or movement tasks with assistance. Move up and down stairs, service ramps, and/or ladders.
• Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Enter and locate work-related information using computers. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested.                       

CRITICAL TASK

General Maintenance

• Display basic proficiency in the following categories: air conditioning and refrigeration, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, pneumatic/electronic systems and controls, carpentry and finish skills, kitchen equipment, vehicles, energy conservation, and/or general building.
• Perform all surface preparation and painting, minor drywall and wood trim repair, light bulb and A/C filter replacement and the complete and thorough cleanup of the painting or repair area.
• Test, troubleshoot, and perform basic repair on all types of equipment, plumbing (e.g., plunge toilets and unclog drains), electrical components including lamps, cosmetic items, extension cords, vacuum cleaners, internet devices, replace electrical switches and outlets, and program TV's.
• Perform repairs on interior and exterior landscaping as well as external landscaping sprinklers.
• Perform general housekeeping and engineering-related inventory duties.
• Accident Prevention and Safety
• Follow company and department safety and security policies and procedures to promote a clean, safe, and secure environment.
• Complete appropriate safety training and certifications to perform work tasks.
• Follow policies and procedures for the safe operation and storage of tools, equipment, and machines.
• Follow Hazardous Material Management Program procedures for handling and disposing of chemicals, fertilizer, pesticides, blood borne pathogens, etc., including using Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
• Use proper equipment, wear appropriate personal protective clothing (PPE), and employ correct lifting procedures, as necessary, to avoid injury.
• Use the Lockout/Tagout system before performing any maintenance work.
• Identify and correct unsafe work procedures or conditions and/or report them to management and security/safety personnel.
• Maintain a working knowledge of fire sprinkler and emergency power systems and be familiar with the duties and responsibilities of the Fire and Emergency Rescue Teams.
• Follow property specific procedures for handling emergency situations (e.g., Fire and Emergency Response Team, evacuations, medical emergencies, natural disasters) in order to preserve the building and its systems during the emergency and act as quickly and responsibly as possible to return the building to its normal operating status.
• Store all flammable materials in OSHA and EPA approved containment devices.
• Install, Maintain, and Repair Items
• Carry all equipment (e.g., keys, phones, pager, tools, radio) in order to maintain preparedness to carry out work tasks at all times.
• Respond and attend to guest repair requests.
• Organize all painting and maintenance areas properly utilizing the appropriate methods and supplies.
• Clean all tools and equipment and return to the shop and secure in the proper area.
• Clean, lubricate, protect and otherwise maintain all tools and equipment in the hotel. 
• Identify, locate, and operate all shut-off valves for equipment. 
• Perform preventive maintenance in a timely manner. 
• Maintain Building and Property
• Clean all engineering areas as directed by Engineering Management. 
• Observe energy and utilities usage in the hotel and on the grounds. 
• Look for ways to conserve energy and report any ideas to the Engineering Management.
• Maintain Records or Logs
• Maintain the preventive maintenance records, inspections, and rounds using a computer management system.
• Maintain a proper inventory of parts, materials, equipment, tools, and supplies necessary to perform his/her job.
• Maintain maintenance inventory and requisition parts and supplies as needed.
• Assure each day’s activities and problems that occur are communicated to the other shifts using approved communication programs and standards.
• Read, log, track and interpret readings from meters, gauges and other measuring devices in accordance with inspection and rounds procedures.
• Assist in the compilation of data for preventive maintenance inspection records.
• Guest Relations
• Address guests' service needs in a professional, positive, and timely manner.
• Welcome and acknowledge each and every guest with a smile, eye contact, and a friendly verbal greeting, using the guest's name when possible.
• Actively listen and respond positively to guest questions, concerns, and requests using brand or property specific process (e.g., LEARN, PLEASED, Guest Response, LEAP) to resolve issues, delight, and build trust.
• Respond to all guest complaints promptly and, if cannot remedy the situation, let the proper people know so they can follow up and try to satisfy the guest.
• Communication
• Speak to guests and co-workers using clear, appropriate and professional language.
• Follow verbal or written directions pertaining to minor maintenance repairs.
• Keep supervisor updated on assignments.
• Maintain communication with supervisors to so that all needed materials, tools and supplies are available or on order.
• Working with Others
• Perform daily assigned work orders and follow engineering standard operating procedures.
• Work with housekeeping staff and other departments to maintain all rooms, buildings, and property in perfect condition.
• Train and provide technical advice to other engineers as needed or requested.
• Work in a team environment and effectively interact with all levels of the organization.
• Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement
• Work in a neat and efficient manner, keeping work areas clean and well organized. 
• Support the improvement of engineering services that effectively address problems affecting owners, guests and employees.
• Complete all maintenance or repair assignments in a timely, safe and professional manner.
• Comply with quality assurance expectations and standards.
• Computers/Software
• Transmit information or documents using a computer.
• Enter and retrieve information contained in computer databases using a keyboard, mouse, or trackball to update records, files, reservation and answer inquiries from guests.
• Create and maintain computer- and paper-based filing and organization systems for records, reports, documents, etc.
• Display basic computer skills including inputting air handler schedules and making temperature changes.
• Physical Tasks
• Lift, carry, reach, bend, and climb ladders.
• Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping.
• Move up and down stairs and/or service ramps.
• Grasp, turn, and manipulate objects of varying size and weight, requiring fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.
• Visually inspect tools, equipment, or machines (e.g., to identify defects).
• Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 50 pounds without assistance and heavier lifting or movement tasks with assistance.
• Assist with moving, lifting, carrying, and placing of objects weighing in excess of 100 pounds.
• Enter and locate work-related information using computers.
• Policies and Procedures
• Participate in departmental problem solving teams.
• Protect and otherwise maintain assigned tool pouch and its tools at the discretion of the Engineering Management.
• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested.
• Analytical Skills

Education

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Related Work Experience
• Some experience in general maintenance, exterior and interior surface preparation and painting. Experience in hotel engineering/maintenance a plus.
• Supervisory Experience
• No supervisory experience is required

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POSITION SUMMARY

• Serve food courses and alcoholic beverages to guests. Set tables according to type of event and service standards. Answer questions on menu selections. Communicate with the kitchen regarding menu questions, the length of wait, re-cook orders, and product availability. Communicate additional meal requirements, allergies, dietary needs, and special requests to the kitchen.  Record transaction in MICROS system at time of order.  Check in with guests to ensure satisfaction with each food course and/or beverages. Maintain cleanliness of work areas, china, glass, etc., throughout the day. Complete closing duties, including restocking items, turning off lights, etc. Present physical and accurate check to guest and process payment. 
• Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; and complete safety training and certifications. Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional, maintain confidentiality of proprietary information, and protect company assets. Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards, anticipate and address guests’ service needs, assist individuals with disabilities, and thank guests with genuine appreciation. Speak with others using clear and professional language. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others, support team to reach common goals, and listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees. Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards. Read and visually verify information in a variety of formats (e.g., small print). Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time or for an entire work shift. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance and objects weighing in excess of 50 pounds with assistance. Grasp, turn, and manipulate objects of varying size and weight, requiring fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. Move over sloping, uneven, or slippery surfaces as well as up and down stairs and/or service ramps. Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors

Safety and Security

• Report work related accidents, or other injuries immediately upon occurrence to manager/supervisor.
• Follow company and department safety and security policies and procedures to ensure a clean, safe, and secure environment.
• Identify and correct unsafe work procedures or conditions and/or report them to management and security/safety personnel.
• Use proper equipment, wear appropriate personal protective clothing (PPE), and employ correct lifting procedures, as necessary, to avoid injury.
• Follow property specific procedures for handling emergency situations (e.g., evacuations, medical emergencies, natural disasters).
• Follow policies and procedures for the safe operation and storage of tools, equipment, and machines.
• Complete appropriate safety training and certifications to perform work tasks.

Policies and Procedures

• Protect the privacy and security of guests and coworkers.
• Follow company and department policies and procedures.
• Ensure uniform, nametags, and personal appearance are clean, hygienic, professional and in compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary materials and information.
• Protect company tools, equipment, machines, or other assets in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

Guest Relations

• Address guests' service needs in a professional, positive, and timely manner.
• Welcome and acknowledge each and every guest with a smile, eye contact, and a friendly verbal greeting, using the guest's name when possible.
• Anticipate guests' service needs, including asking questions of guests to better understand their needs and watching/listening to guest preferences and acting on them whenever possible.
• Thank guests with genuine appreciation and provide a fond farewell.
• Actively listen and respond positively to guest questions, concerns, and requests using brand or property specific process (e.g., LEARN, PLEASED, Guest Response, LEAP) to resolve issues, delight, and build trust.
• Engage guests in conversation regarding their stay, property services, and area attractions/offerings.
• Provide assistance to individuals with disabilities, including assisting visually, hearing, or physically-impaired individuals within guidelines (e.g., escorting them when requested, using words to explain actions, writing directions on paper, moving objects out of the way, or offering access to Braille or TDD phones).
• Assist other employees to ensure proper coverage and prompt guest service.

Communication

• Speak to guests and co-workers using clear, appropriate and professional language.
• Discuss work topics, activities, or problems with coworkers, supervisors, or managers discreetly and quietly, avoiding public areas of the property.

Working with Others

• Support all co-workers and treat them with dignity and respect.
• Develop and maintain positive and productive working relationships with other employees and departments.
• Partner with and assist others to promote an environment of teamwork and achieve common goals.

Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement

• Comply with quality assurance expectations and standards.

Physical Tasks

• Read and visually verify information in a variety of formats (e.g., small print).
• Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time or for an entire work shift.
• Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance and objects weighing in excess of 50 pounds with assistance.
• Grasp, turn, and manipulate objects of varying size and weight, requiring fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.
• Move over sloping, uneven, or slippery surfaces.
• Move up and down stairs and/or service ramps.
• Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping.

General Food and Beverage Services

• Maintain cleanliness of work areas throughout the day, practicing clean-as-you-go procedures.
• Communicate additional meal requirements, allergies, dietary needs, and special requests to the kitchen.
• Set tables according to type of event and service standards, including types of linens, glassware, plate/chinaware, and silver/flatware, ensuring all supplies meet quality standards.
• Follow appropriate procedures for serving alcohol (e.g., TIPs (Training for Intervention Procedures), CARE (Control Alcohol Risks Effectively)).

Assists Management

• Communicate with guests, other employees, or departments to ensure guest needs are met.

Greeting and Seating

• Thank every guest upon departure, invite them to return, and wish them a fond farewell.

Closing

• Complete closing duties, including storing all reusable goods, breaking down goods, cleaning all equipment and areas, returning equipment to proper locations, locking refrigerators, restocking items, turning off lights, locking doors, and completing daily cleaning checklist.

Beverage/Coffee Cart

• Inspect the cleanliness and presentation all china, glass, and silver prior to use.

Cash/Bank Handling

• Record transaction in MICROS system at time of order.

Steps of Service

• Present physical and accurate check and process payment, adhering to all cash handling and credit policies/procedures including added and received gratuity.
• Check in with guests to ensure satisfaction with each food course and/or beverages.
• Answer questions on menu selections, and check with kitchen staff whenever additional clarification is necessary.
• Communicate with the kitchen regarding the length of wait for food items, recook orders, and product availability.

Interpersonal Skills

• Customer Service Orientation
• Team Work
• Interpersonal Skills
• Diversity Relations

Communications

• Communication
• Listening
• English Language Proficiency

Personal Attributes

• Dependability
• Presentation
• Positive Demeanor
• Integrity
• Safety Orientation
• Stress Tolerance
• Adaptability/Flexibility

Organization

• Multi-Tasking

Education

• Grade 12 or Equivalent.
• Food and Beverage training – advantageous.

Related Work Experience

• At least 6 months of experience preferred but not a requirement.
• Basic knowledge of food pairing.
• Basic knowledge of cocktails, wines and other alcoholic beverages – highly advantageous.
• Proficiency in a foreign language – advantageous.
• Good understanding of customer service and the guests’ journey.