Careers at Marriott International

POSITION SUMMARY

• Our Heart of House Specialists play an important role in support of a number of vital hotel functions. At our hotels these associates may work across departments (e.g., kitchen, food and beverage) to support cleaning needs. Whether preparing fresh clean linen and spotless dining ware for guests to enjoy, operating and maintaining cleaning equipment and tools (e.g., dish washing machines, hand wash stations), or transporting dishware across the hotel, these associates do whatever it takes to get the job done. 
• No matter what position you are in, there are a few things that are critical to success – creating a safe workplace, following company policies and procedures, upholding quality standards, and ensuring your uniform, personal appearance, and communications are professional. Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards, develop and maintain positive working relationships with other employees and departments, support team to reach common goals, and listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees. Report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.          

CRITICAL TASKS

General Kitchen

• 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.
• Report maintenance issues immediately to appropriate personnel (i.e., management or maintenance).
• Receive deliveries, store perishables properly, and rotate stock. 

Dishwashing Activities

• Ensure clean wares are stored in appropriate areas.
• Clean the dishwashing machine, including removing trash and spraying the inside of the machine, cleaning and unclogging the spray arms and jets, cleaning the outer surfaces of the machine and troubleshoot dishwasher malfunctions as required.
• Use detergent, rinsing, and sanitizing chemicals in the 3-compartment sink at the appropriate levels to clean dishes, ensuring the chlorine levels are between 50 and 100 parts per million and that the water temperature is sufficiently hot.
• Ensure water temperature, and chemical levels are appropriate to run the dishwashing machine, and complete proper documentation.
• Rack dirty items (silverware, plate ware, etc.).
• Sort silverware with eating surfaces facing up into separate cylinders and wash/re-wash.
• Inspect, pull, and stack cleaned items, send soiled items back for re-scrubbing and re-washing.
• Spray all racked items with hot water to loosen and remove food residue.
• Breakdown dirty bus tubs.

Maintenance, Sanitation, and Cleaning Activities

• Follow and ensure compliance with sanitation and cleaning procedures and pest control guidelines, reporting pest control issues to appropriate personnel.
• Empty trashcans, ensuring each can is clean, relined, and covered, and maintain dumpster area.
• Wash and disinfect kitchen and linen store room areas, tools, utensils and equipment.
• Clean and mop all areas in assigned departments (e.g., sink area, shelves and counters, tops of chemical bottles, outside of the dish machine, dish room door and walls, bus carts).
• Clean and maintain sanitation areas and organize cleaning supplies including hanging up mops and brooms.
• Organize cleaning chemicals and supplies and ensure they are stored appropriately and kept separate from food products.
• Keep hand wash stations maintained (for example, supplied with soap, towels, step-on trashcan, gloves, and proper signage) and fully functional.
• Ensure proper and safe handling and storage of equipment, returning equipment to appropriate location.

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.
• Exchange information with other employees using electronic devices (e.g., earpieces, two-way radios, email, DECT Phones).

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.
• 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 further local Training requirements & Guidance. 
• 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.
• 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.
• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES

Interpersonal Skills

• Teamwork
• Diversity Relations

Personal Attributes

• Safety Orientation
• Dependability

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• No Higher Education / No Diploma 

Related Work Experience

• 1 year related work experience is required

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.

Safety and Security

• Follow property specific procedures for handling emergency situations (e.g., evacuations, medical emergencies, natural disasters).
• Maintain awareness of undesirable persons on property premises.
• 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.

Guest Relations

• Actively listen and respond positively to guest questions, concerns, and requests using brand or property specific process (e.g., LEARN, PLEASED, Guest Response, LEAP, MYSTIQUE) 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.
• Assist other employees to ensure proper coverage and prompt guest service.
• Engage guests in conversation regarding their stay, property services, and area attractions/offerings, including social media where appropriate.
• 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).
• Thank guests with genuine appreciation and provide a fond farewell.
• Welcome and acknowledge each and every guest with a smile, eye contact, and a friendly verbal greeting, using the guest's name when possible.
• Stay up-to-date on the local area so that you are prepared to provide specific recommendations for guests.
• Communicate recommendations in a way that builds excitement and interest among guests and associates.
• Perform other reasonable duties as requested.

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.
• Handle sensitive issues with employees and/or guests with tact, respect, diplomacy, and confidentiality.

Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement

• Comply with quality assurance expectations and standards.

Physical Tasks

• Enter and locate work-related information using computers and/or point of sale systems. 
• Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 10 pounds without assistance.
• 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.

Check-in/Check-out

• Keep track of changes in room status (e.g., early check-out, late check-out, room transfer, unexpected stay over) for Housekeeping.
• Organize and coordinate check-in/pre-registration procedures for arriving groups.
• 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.
• 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.
• Sell a room/accommodation to guests without reservations based on availability.
• Verify and adjust billing for guests.

Communications

• Provide assistance to coworkers, ensuring they understand their tasks.
• Speak to guests and co-workers using clear, appropriate and professional language.
• Instruct guests on how to access the internet (e.g., dial-up, broadband, wireless).
• Answer telephones using appropriate etiquette including answering the phone within 3 rings, answering with a smile in one's voice, using the callers' name, transferring calls to appropriate person/department, requesting permission before placing the caller on hold, taking and relaying messages, and allowing the caller to end the call.

Reports/Recordkeeping

• Run daily reports (number of arrivals, departures), identify any special requests, and check reports for accuracy.
• Run credit card authorization report and check for discrepancies.
• Review shift logs/daily memo books and document pertinent information in logbooks.
• Print contingency lists to have a record of all guests in case of emergency.

Guest Services

• Arrange transportation (e.g., taxi cab, shuttle bus) for guests/residents/visitors, and record advance transportation request as needed.
• Contact appropriate individual or department (e.g., Bellperson, Front Desk, Housekeeping, Engineering, Security/Loss Prevention) as necessary to resolve guest call, request, or problem.
• Follow up with guests to ensure their requests or problems have been met to their satisfaction.
• Manage access to technological devices within public spaces (e.g., television, remote control, computer, Internet, games, etc.) and provide basic troubleshooting assistance or refer to appropriate individual or department (e.g., Engineering, Security/Loss Prevention) as necessary.
• Contact appropriate individual or department (e.g., Bellperson, Front Desk, Housekeeping, Engineering, Security/Loss Prevention) as necessary to resolve guest call, request, or problem.

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.
• Obtain manual authorizations and follow all Accounting procedures when computer system is down.
• Count bank at the beginning of shift to ensure that amounts are correct and that there is adequate change.

Policies and Procedures

• Ensure uniform, nametags, and personal appearance are clean, hygienic and professional.
• 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.

VIP/Concierge Services

• Gather, summarize, and utilize information about the property and the surrounding area amenities, including special events and activities.
• Respond to guest requests for special arrangements or services (e.g., transportation, religious services, babysitting, dry cleaning, entertainment/sporting events, shopping) by making arrangements or identifying appropriate providers.

Analytical Skills

• Learning
• Decision-Making
• Problem Solving
• Computer Skills
• Arithmetic Computation

Interpersonal Skills

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

Communications

• English Language Proficiency
• Communication
• Listening
• Applied Reading
• Writing

Personal Attributes

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

Organization

• Multi-Tasking
• Time Management

Physical Abilities

• Visual Acuity

Education

• High school matric certificate

Related Work Experience

• No related work experience is required

Supervisory Experience

• No supervisory experience is required

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POSITION SUMMARY

• Supply guests/residents with directions and information regarding property amenities, services, and hours of operation, and local areas of interest and activities. Contact appropriate individual or department (e.g., Bellperson, Front Desk, Housekeeping, Engineering, Security/Loss Prevention) as necessary to resolve guest call, request, or problem.
• Follow up with guests to ensure their requests or problems have been met to their satisfaction. Receive, record, and relay messages accurately, completely, and legibly. Notify Loss Prevention/Security of any guest reports of theft.
• Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager. Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets.
• Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards; anticipate and address guests’ service needs; assist individuals with disabilities; thank guests with genuine appreciation. Speak with others using clear and professional language; answer telephones using appropriate etiquette.
• 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. Read and visually verify information in a variety of formats (e.g., small print). Enter and locate work-related information using computers and/or point of sale systems. 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 10 pounds without assistance. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

Safety and Security

• 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 property specific procedures for handling emergency situations (e.g., evacuations, medical emergencies, natural disasters).

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.
• 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

• Welcome and acknowledge each and every guest with a smile, eye contact, and a friendly verbal greeting, using the guest's name when possible.
• Engage guests in conversation regarding their stay, property services, and area attractions/offerings.
• Actively listen and respond positively to guest questions, concerns, and requests using brand or property specific process (e.g., LEARN, PLEASED, Guest Response, LEAP, MYSTIQUE) to resolve issues, delight, and build trust.
• 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.
• Address guests' service needs in a professional, positive, and timely manner.
• Thank guests with genuine appreciation and provide a fond farewell.
• Assist other employees to ensure proper coverage and prompt guest service.
• 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).

Communication

• Discuss work topics, activities, or problems with coworkers, supervisors, or managers discreetly and quietly, avoiding public areas of the property.
• Talk with and listen to other employees to effectively exchange information.
• Provide assistance to coworkers, ensuring they understand their tasks.
• Answer telephones using appropriate etiquette including answering the phone within 3 rings, answering with a smile in one's voice, using the callers' name, transferring calls to appropriate person/department, requesting permission before placing the caller on hold, taking and relaying messages, and allowing the caller to end the call.
• Speak to guests and co-workers using clear, appropriate and professional language.

Working with Others

• 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.
• Support all co-workers and treat them with dignity and respect.
• Handle sensitive issues with employees and/or guests with tact, respect, diplomacy, and confidentiality.

Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement

• Comply with quality assurance expectations and standards.

Physical Tasks

• Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 10 pounds without assistance.

Interpersonal Skills

• Interpersonal Skills
• Diversity Relations
• Influence
• Customer Service Orientation

Communications

• Listening
• Secondary Language Proficiency

Physical Abilities

• Physical Strength
• Stamina
• Manual Dexterity
• Hand-Eye Coordination
• Agility
• Visual Acuity

Administration

• Microsoft Office

Education

• Matric

Related Work Experience

• Driver's License and experience driving is essential.

Supervisory Experience

• No supervisory experience is required

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JOB SUMMARY

• Reporting to the Food and Beverage Management, the successful candidates will be required to manage the hostess desk/ area and enhance the guest experience whilst providing exceptional service. Be a Westin Ambassador and maintaining the quality and standards of the Westin Cape Town Hotel in accordance with Marriott International Policies and Procedures within a pressurized environment.

CANDIDATE PROFILE 

Education and Experience

• Hospitality qualification advantageous
• 1- 2 years’ relevant experience in a similar position within a 5-star hotel environment
• Well-groomed appearance as per company standards at all times 
• Professional and pleasant disposition
• Professional telephone, communication and email etiquette 
• People centric with a strong focus on the Guest experience 
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Problem solving, decision making and conflict resolutions skills
• Ability to work within a pressurized environment
• Ability to use Initiative and be proactive and self-driven
• Ability to work without supervision and within a team
• Attention to detail pertaining to area of responsibility
• Required to work rostered shifts and irregular hours as per operational requirements
• Flexible working hours as well as available to work weekends , Public holidays, opening and closing shifts when rostered as per operational requirements

CRITICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

• Ensure that the standards of service excellence and guest satisfaction are met and maintained
• Identify and anticipate the needs of your guests
• Acknowledge guest professionally upon arrival
• Anticipate guests' service needs
• Comply with COVID safety policies and protocols
• Ensure guest comply with COVID policies and protocols 
• Be safety conscious and aware of safety risks within your environment
• Protect the privacy and security of guests and coworkers.
• Engage guests in conversation regarding their stay, property services, and area attractions/offerings.
• Develop and maintain positive and productive working relationships with other employees and departments.
• Handle sensitive issues with employees and/or guests with tact, respect, diplomacy, and confidentiality.
• Gather, summarize, and utilize information about the property and the surrounding area amenities, including special events and activities.
• Monitor restaurant for seating availability, service, safety, and well-being of guests.
• Ensure work station is prepped and ready for services timeously
• Perform other duties as and when required 

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.
• Follow property specific procedures for handling emergency situations (e.g., evacuations, medical emergencies, natural disasters).
• Maintain awareness of undesirable persons on property premises.

Policies and Procedures

• Protect the privacy and security of guests and coworkers.
• 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.
• Follow company and department policies and procedures.
• 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

• Thank guests with genuine appreciation and provide a fond farewell.
• Engage guests in conversation regarding their stay, property services, and area attractions/offerings.
• 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.
• Address guests' service needs in a professional, positive, and timely manner.
• Actively listen and respond positively to guest questions, concerns, and requests using brand or property specific process (e.g., LEARN, PLEASED, Guest Response, LEAP, MYSTIQUE) to resolve issues, delight, and build trust.
• 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.
• Answer telephones using appropriate etiquette including answering the phone within 3 rings, answering with a smile in one's voice, using the callers' name, transferring calls to appropriate person/department, requesting permission before placing the caller on hold, taking and relaying messages, and allowing the caller to end the call.
• Talk with and listen to other employees to effectively exchange information.
• Discuss work topics, activities, or problems with coworkers, supervisors, or managers discreetly and quietly, avoiding public areas of the property.
• Exchange information with other employees using electronic devices (e.g., cell/mobile phones, earpieces, pagers and two-way radios, email).

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.
• Handle sensitive issues with employees and/or guests with tact, respect, diplomacy, and confidentiality.
• 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

• Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time or for an entire work shift.
• Enter and locate work-related information using computers and/or point of sale systems.
• Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 10 pounds without assistance.

Greet/Escort Guests

• Supply guests/residents with directions and information regarding property amenities, services, and hours of operation, and local areas of interest and activities.

Guest Services

• Contact appropriate individual or department (e.g., Bellperson, Front Desk, Housekeeping, Engineering, Security/Loss 
• Prevention) as necessary to resolve guest call, request, or problem.
• Arrange transportation (e.g., taxi cab, shuttle bus) for guests/residents/visitors, and record advance transportation request as needed.

VIP/Concierge Services

• Respond to guest/resident requests for special arrangements or services (e.g., spa services, transportation, religious services, babysitting, financial services, business center services, interpretation services, reservations, dry cleaning, entertainment/sporting events, shopping) by making arrangements or identifying appropriate providers.
• Respond to special requests from guests/residents with unique needs.
• Gather, summarize, and utilize information about the property and the surrounding area amenities, including special events and activities.

General Concierge - Club Level

• Monitor club lounge for seating availability, service, safety, and well-being of guests.
• Complete opening duties, including setting up necessary supplies and tools, and ensuring work area is clean and everything is in working order.
• Clean and reset tables after guests depart.
• Bus and wipe down tables in club lounge.
• Check in with guests to ensure satisfaction with food or beverages

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POSITION SUMMARY

• Promote awareness of brand image internally and externally.
• Use sales techniques that maximize revenue while maintaining existing guest loyalty to Marriott. Recognize opportunities to up-sell the customer and sell enhancements to create a better Marriott experience or event.
• Encourage guests or callers to purchase or schedule preview package sales/tours. Explain details and requirements related to attending a sales presentation to potential owners. Verify that individuals meet eligibility requirements for preview package sales/tours prior to scheduling a tour for a Marriott vacation club property. Determine and give complimentaries to guests as gifts for their patronage (e.g., rewards points, show tickets). Answer guest questions about property facilities/services. Receive, record, and relay messages accurately, completely, and legibly.
• Follow all company policies and procedures; ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets. Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards; anticipate and address guests’ service needs; thank guests with genuine appreciation. Speak with others using clear and professional language; prepare and review written documents accurately and completely; answer telephones using appropriate etiquette.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others; support team to reach common goals; listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees.
• Comply with quality assurance expectations and standards. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 10 pounds without assistance; stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

Policies and Procedures

• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary materials and information.
• 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.
• 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.
• Thank guests with genuine appreciation and provide a fond farewell.
• 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.

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.
• Handle sensitive issues with employees and/or guests with tact, respect, diplomacy, and confidentiality.

Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement

• Comply with quality assurance expectations and standards.

Physical Tasks

• Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 10 pounds without assistance.

Sales

• Promote awareness of brand image internally and externally.
• Use sales techniques that maximize revenue while maintaining existing guest loyalty to Marriott.

Analytical Skills

• Learning

Interpersonal Skills

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

Communications

• Communication
• Listening
• English Language Proficiency
• Applied Reading

Personal Attributes

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

Education

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

Related Work Experience

• No related work experience is required

Supervisory Experience

• No supervisory experience is required

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POSITION SUMMARY

• Process all reservation requests, changes, and cancellations received by phone, fax, or mail. Identify guest reservation needs, determine appropriate room type, and verify availability of room type and rate. Explain guarantee, special rate, and cancellation policies to callers.
• Accommodate and document special requests.
• Answer questions about property facilities/services and room accommodations. Follow sales techniques to maximize revenue.
• Communicate information regarding designated VIP reservations. Input and access data in reservation system. Respond to any challenges found for accommodating rooming requests by communicating with appropriate individual or department. Oversee accuracy of room blocks and reservations. Input group rooming lists using reservation systems, revise room blocks to maintain the required number of available rooms and keep organized files of all groups. Set-up proper billing accounts according to Accounting policies.
• Follow all company policies and procedures; ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets. Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards; anticipate and address guests’ service needs; assist individuals with disabilities; thank guests with genuine appreciation.
• Speak with others using clear and professional language; prepare and review written documents accurately and completely; answer telephones using appropriate etiquette. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others; support team to reach common goals; listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees.
• Comply with quality assurance expectations and standards. Read and visually verify information in a variety of formats. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 10 pounds without assistance. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

Policies and Procedures

• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary materials and information.
• Protect the privacy and security of guests and coworkers.
• Follow company and department 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Welcome and acknowledge each and every guest with a smile, eye contact, and a friendly verbal greeting, using the guest's name when possible.
• Engage guests in conversation regarding their stay, property services, and area attractions/offerings.
• Assist other employees to ensure proper coverage and prompt guest service.
• Thank guests with genuine appreciation and provide a fond farewell.

Communication

• Answer telephones using appropriate etiquette including answering the phone within 3 rings, answering with a smile in one's voice, using the callers' name, transferring calls to appropriate person/department, requesting permission before placing the caller on hold, taking and relaying messages, and allowing the caller to end the call.
• Speak to guests and co-workers using clear, appropriate and professional language.
• Prepare and review written documents (e.g., daily logs, business letters, memoranda, reports), including proofreading and editing written information to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Talk with and listen to other employees to effectively exchange information.

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.
• Handle sensitive issues with employees and/or guests with tact, respect, diplomacy, and confidentiality.

Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement

• Comply with quality assurance expectations and standards.

Physical Tasks

• Enter and locate work-related information using computers and/or point of sale systems.
• Read and visually verify information in a variety of formats (e.g., small print).
• Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 10 pounds without assistance.

Reservation Services

• Accommodate and document special requests in an accurate and efficient manner.
• Verify all reservation information with callers to ensure accuracy.
• Assign confirmation/cancellation numbers and clearly relay this information to callers, giving them the option of emailing and/or faxing these numbers.
• Explain guarantee and cancellation policies to callers.
• Answer guest questions about property facilities/services (e.g., hours of operation, room availability, restricted dates, rates and room types, packages, promotions, entertainment, restaurants, special events).
• Describe room accommodations and benefit feature sale amenities to guests.
• Communicate information regarding designated VIP reservations, including VIP name, company, and title to upper level management.
• Determine the most appropriate room type to meet guest requirements and maximize room rate.
• Identify repeat guests using appropriate codes.
• Use sales techniques when assisting guests in making reservations, including personalizing calls, obtaining complete guest needs, suggesting alternate dates or directing guests to sister properties on sold out days.
• Identify guest reservation needs by asking open-ended questions to obtain all necessary information, including enrollment in Marriott Rewards program.

Reservation Processing

• Process all reservation requests, changes, and cancellations received by phone, fax, or mail.
• Verify availability of room type, rate, and occupancy before confirming any reservations.
• Input and access data in reservation system by entering correct information into proper fields, including Marriott Rewards number, and asking for travel agency IATA and FIT numbers (i.e., flags, comments, guest messages).
• Inform guests of rules and regulations regarding qualifying rates (e.g., government and special corporate rates and discounts).
• Indicate special room reservation types (e.g., complimentary rooms, employee discounts, travel agent inspection rates, and wholesale reservations) by inputting the correct code and rate into the reservation system.

Inventory/Rooms Control

• Oversee accuracy of room blocks and reservations.
• Respond to any challenges found for accommodating rooming requests by communicating with guest or group contact, Sales Department, or Front Desk.

Group Reservations

• Input group rooming lists using reservation systems (e.g., MARSHA, Fidelio, OPERA).
• Keep organized files of all groups for easy and accurate reference for an event.
• Revise room blocks in the reservation system (e.g., MARSHA, Fidelio, OPERA) to maintain the required number of available rooms after rooming lists are entered.

Reservation Billing

• Set-up proper billing accounts (i.e., share-with, room/tax/incidentals, tax exempt, direct/special billing, group bookings) according to Accounting policies.

Analytical Skills

• Computer Skills
• Learning

Interpersonal Skills

• Customer Service Orientation
• Team Work
• Interpersonal Skills

Communications

• Telephone Etiquette Skills
• English Language Proficiency
• Listening
• Communication
• Applied Reading
• Writing

Personal Attributes

• Integrity
• Dependability
• Positive Demeanor

Organization

• Detail Orientation
• Time Management
• Multi-Tasking

Sales

• Typing

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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Job Summary 

• The position is involved in maximizing revenue through increased bookings across the sales office.
• Assists in all day-to-day activities related to reactive sales with a focus on providing accurate and thorough proposals in a timely manner and follow ups that enable achievement of revenue objectives.
• Provides an efficient and effective process to quickly handle customer enquiries within pre-defined parameters. Communicates booking information to all relevant departments. Effectively presents and sells all conference and banqueting products which meet customer needs. Follows procedures and guidelines to complete assignments. Handles confidential and sensitive material.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• 2 years experience in Event booking environment, sales & marketing or related professional area 
• A recognized qualification in Events Management or Hospitality Management would be advantageous. 
• Extensive knowledge of sales & catering, events planning and hospitality operating systems i.e. Fidelio Opera
• Strong Communication skills (verbal, listening, writing)
• An effective team player in a team-based environment
• Effective time management skills
• Innovative 
• Proactive and reliable
• Able to work independently and within a team
• Customer service – Internal and External
• Personal effectiveness
• Able to step in and provide support when the Manager is not on duty, ensuring continuity of operations and team support.

Key Responsibilities

• Convert business through proposal, negotiation and contractual agreement to ensure all revenue potential and targets are achieved.
• Liaise closely with clients to establish needs and expectations and maintain records to develop sales opportunities.
• Responds to inquiries/requests in the defined timeline. Processes all correspondence within acceptable agreed timelines.
• Suggests positive alternatives through cross-referrals, and ensures that business booked is within hotel parameters.
• Ensure follow up takes place with clients and opportunities are sought for repeat bookings.
• Prepares and maintains accurate account information, profiles, activities and traces in Opera
• Produces contracts, proposals, invoices, function sheets and other related booking documentation.
• Strong knowledge of hotel product; selling features, benefits
• Creating the proposals, contracts and other related documents for events and conferences that are received
• Adheres to all standards, policies, and procedures.
• Participates in customer site inspections for groups and events
• Implements a seamless turnover to the Event Planning team for consistency and completion
• Ensures effective resolution of guest issues that may arise. Brings issues to the attention of property leadership team as appropriate.
• Uses Meeting Rewards program to build loyalty and improve conversion
• Executes exemplary customer service to drive customer satisfaction and loyalty by assisting the customer and monitoring their satisfaction including ESS and BDRC scores.
• Is able to perform the duties of an Event Planning Executive when required 
• Manages the Central Group Mailbox by allocating enquiries to the appropriate team members and requesting flexible dates for enquiries we are unable to accommodate.
• Ensures all enquiries are responded to within the required 24-hour turnaround time and escalates to the Manager when necessary for follow-up or intervention.
• Compiles weekly Group Accommodation and Banqueting Budget reports for internal review.
• Reviews all new blocks created daily to ensure they are correctly built in accordance with company guidelines.

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POSITION SUMMARY

• As a Customer Service & Call Center Agent, you will play a vital role in ensuring our guests’ travel experiences start on the right note. You will handle reservation requests, changes, and cancellations efficiently while delivering exceptional customer service. Your ability to understand guest needs, provide accurate information, and use sales techniques will directly contribute to maximizing revenue and guest satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process all reservation requests, changes, and cancellations received via phone, fax, or email.
• Identify guest reservation needs and recommend suitable room types and rates.
• Verify room availability and rates; accurately input data into the reservation system.
• Explain policies regarding guarantees, special rates, and cancellations.
• Accommodate and document special requests with precision.
• Answer guest inquiries about property facilities, services, and room accommodations.
• Use effective sales techniques to maximize revenue by promoting room features, upselling, and suggesting alternate dates or sister properties when applicable.
• Assign and clearly communicate confirmation or cancellation numbers, providing guests with the option to receive them via email or fax.
• Follow escalation procedures for guest concerns and ensure issues are addressed professionally.

Work Schedule:

• 5-day workweek with 2 days off per week. Working days rotate and may include weekends. Schedules are shared one month in advance.
• We currently have openings for day shift roles. Shift hours are fixed.
• All work is conducted on-site.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.).
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications; experience with CRM systems is a plus.
• Fluent and well-spoken English is essential.
• Strong customer service orientation and communication skills.
• Proficiency in telephone etiquette and clear, professional language.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and maintain positive relationships.
• Basic computer literacy and ability to learn reservation systems.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a similar role is a plus but not required.
• Familiarity with sales techniques and strategies.
• Multilingual skills are an advantage.

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JOB SUMMARY

• Assists the Front Office Manager in administering front office functions and supervising staff on a daily basis. Front office areas include Bell/Door Staff, Switchboard and Guest Services/Front Desk. Position directs and works with managers and employees to carry out procedures ensuring an efficient check in and check out process. Ensures guest and employee satisfaction and maximizes the financial performance of the department.

CANDIDATE PROFILE 

Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED; 2 years experience in the guest services, front desk, or related professional area.

OR

2-year degree from an accredited university in Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; no work experience required.

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

Supporting Management of Front Desk Team 

• Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others; advocates sound financial/business decision making; demonstrates honesty/integrity; leads by example.
• Encourages and builds mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
• Supervises and manages employees. Managing all day-to-day operations. Understanding employee positions well enough to perform duties in employees' absence.
• Ensures employee recognition is taking place on all shifts.
• Establishes and maintains open, collaborative relationships with employees.

Monitoring and Supporting Progress Toward Guest Services and Front Desk Goals

• Manages day-to-day operations, ensuring the quality, standards and meeting the expectations of the customers on a daily basis.
• Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
• Handles complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.

Strives to improve service performance.

• Collaborates with the Front Office Manager on ways to continually improve departmental service.
• Communicates a clear and consistent message regarding the Front Office goals to produce desired results.
• Participates in the development and implementation of corrective action plans based on review of comment cards and guest satisfaction results.
• Emphasizes guest satisfaction during all departmental meetings and focuses on continuous improvement.

Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service 

• Provides services that are above and beyond for customer satisfaction and retention.
• Improves service by communicating and assisting individuals to understand guest needs, providing guidance, feedback, and individual coaching when needed.
• Serves as a role model to demonstrate appropriate behaviors.
• Sets a positive example for guest relations.

Displays outstanding hospitality skills.

• Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service.
• Interacts with customers on a regular basis to obtain feedback on quality of product, service levels and overall satisfaction.
• Provides feedback to employees based on observation of service behaviors.
• Handles guest problems and complaints effectively.
• Interacts with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.

Managing Projects and Policies

• Implements the customer recognition/service program, communicating and ensuring the process.
• Ensures compliance with all Front Office policies, standards and procedures.
• Monitors adherence to all credit policies and procedures to reduce bad debts and rebates.

Additional Responsibilities 

• Provides information to supervisors and co-workers by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
• Analyzes information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
• Informs and/or updates the executives, the peers and the subordinates on relevant information in a timely manner.
• Functions in place of the Front Office Manager in his/her absence.
• Communicates critical information from pre- and post-convention meetings to the Front Office staff.
• Participates in department meetings.

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JOB SUMMARY  

• The Talent Acquisition Administrator plays a key enablement role within the EMEA Talent Acquisition HUB, providing structured administrative and operational support across high-volume, non-management hiring. 
• This role is focused on executing defined processes with accuracy and consistency. You are responsible for supporting recruitment activity through system management, data validation, and backend hiring processes, enabling Talent Acquisition Coordinators and Recruiters to focus on delivery and stakeholder engagement. 
• The role does not involve ownership of requisitions, hiring manager engagement, or candidate selection. You operate within a clearly defined scope, following established workflows and service standards. You identify issues early and escalate where required to maintain process integrity and delivery timelines. 
• The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented, process-driven, and comfortable managing high volumes of administrative activity in a fast-paced environment. You maintain a strong focus on accuracy, confidentiality, and continuous improvement. 

CANDIDATE PROFILE 

Education 

• High School Diploma or equivalent required. 
• Tertiary education i.e. University/College degree and/or diploma preferred. 

Experience 

• 2+ years’ experience in a general administrative role.  
• Experience working with HR systems and/or workflow tools is an advantage; exposure to Applicant Tracking Systems is preferred. 
• Previous experience within recruitment, shared services, and/or hospitality environments would add value. 
• Excellent written and spoken business-level English is essential.  
• Additional language skills are considered a plus. 

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES  

The key responsibilities of this role can include, but is not limited to: 

• Receive approved requisitions and conduct quality checks to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance. 
• Create requisitions in the Applicant Tracking System (mHUB) on behalf of Coordinators and Recruiters, ensuring accurate role data and documentation. 
• Schedule and coordinate recruitment intake calls with relevant stakeholders if applicable. 
• Perform backend hiring activities in the recruitment system, including moving candidates to hire status and finalising the hiring process. 
• Coordinate and track pre‑employment checks (including background and reference checks) in line with company policy and regional requirements. 
• Monitor timelines and follow up on outstanding checks to ensure timely hiring completion; escalate issues or non‑compliance to the appropriate stakeholder/s. 
• Prepare, maintain, and manage recruitment‑related documentation, correspondence, and reports as required. 
• Provide administrative support to Talent Acquisition Hub initiatives and projects. 
• Manage the Talent Acquisition central mailbox and address queries, troubleshooting issues with efficiency and urgency. 
• Gather feedback to support continuous improvement of recruitment administration processes. 
• Ensure sensitive and confidential information is handled with discretion and in accordance with data privacy and confidentiality standards. 
• Perform additional administrative or operational duties as assigned to support team effectiveness and recruitment outcomes. 

Other responsibilities 

• Maintain confidentiality of employee, candidate, and business information at all times. 
• Provide timely and accurate updates to supervisors and relevant stakeholders. 
• Attend and actively participate in relevant meetings to stay aligned with departmental and/or company objectives. 
• Comply with company policies, procedures, and service level agreements. 
• Engage in continuous learning and professional development to enhance skills and knowledge. 
• Performs other reasonable duties as assigned by management. 

SKILLS 

• Solid understanding of administration processes with a strong focus on accuracy, consistency, compliance, and data integrity.  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and preferably with Applicant Tracking System platforms.  
• Proven ability to manage high-volume, repetitive administrative work efficiently in a fast-paced and at times high-pressure environment.  
• Strong organisational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritise multiple tasks and consistently meet deadlines.  
• Process-driven mindset with proactive problem-solving capabilities to identify issues and implement efficient solutions.  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, supporting effective stakeholder engagement and service delivery.  
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a shared services team.  
• Professional, service-oriented approach aligned with Marriott’s culture, brand, and commitment to excellence. 

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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. Prepare 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 QUALIFICATION

• 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

• Our jobs aren’t just about giving guests a smooth check-in and check-out. Instead, we want to build an 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 workplace, following company policies and procedures, maintaining confidentiality, protecting company assets, 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 Guest Experience Experts – to get it right for our guests and our business each and every time.

CRITICAL TASKS

Guest Relations

• Actively listen and respond positively to guest questions, concerns, and requests using brand or property specific process 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.
• Assist other employees to ensure proper coverage and prompt guest service.
• Engage guests in conversation regarding their stay, property services, and area attractions/offerings, including social media where appropriate.
• Thank guests with genuine appreciation and provide a fond farewell.
• Welcome and acknowledge each and every guest with a smile, eye contact, and a friendly verbal greeting, using the guest's name when possible.
• Stay up-to-date on the local area so that you are prepared to provide specific recommendations for guests.
• Communicate recommendations in a way that builds excitement and interest among guests and associates.
• Perform other reasonable duties as requested.

Guest Services

• Arrange transportation (e.g., taxi cab, shuttle bus) for guests/residents/visitors, and record advance transportation request as needed.
• Contact appropriate individual or department (e.g., Guest Arrival, Front Desk, Housekeeping, Engineering, Security/Loss Prevention) as necessary to resolve guest call, request, or problem.
• Follow up with guests to ensure their requests or problems have been met to their satisfaction.
• Manage access to technological devices within public spaces (e.g., television, remote control, computer, Internet, games, etc.) and provide basic troubleshooting assistance or refer to appropriate individual or department (e.g., Engineering, Security/Loss Prevention) as necessary.

VIP/Concierge Services

• Gather, summarize, and utilize information about the property and the surrounding area amenities, including special events and activities.
• Respond to guest requests for special arrangements or services (e.g., transportation, religious services, babysitting, dry cleaning, entertainment/sporting events, shopping) by making arrangements or identifying appropriate providers.

Check-in/Check-out

• Keep track of changes in room status (e.g., early check-out, late check-out, room transfer, unexpected stay over) for Housekeeping.
• Organize and coordinate check-in/pre-registration procedures for arriving groups.
• 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.
• 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.
• Sell a room/accommodation to guests without reservations based on availability.
• Verify and adjust billing for guests.

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.
• Obtain manual authorizations and follow all Accounting procedures when computer system is down.
• Count bank at the beginning of shift to ensure that amounts are correct and that there is adequate change.
• Follow the requirements and tasks as defined in EMEA Front Desk Cashiering SOP.
• Comply with the requirements of the Marriott Cashiering Responsibilities/Petty Cash Fund and Cashier Overage/Shortage SOPs.

Reports/Recordkeeping

• Run daily reports (number of arrivals, departures), identify any special requests, and check reports for accuracy.
• Run credit card authorization report and check for discrepancies.
• Review shift logs/daily memo books and document pertinent information in logbooks in the absence of a departmental Supervisor.
• Print contingency lists to have a record of all guests in case of emergency.

Communications

• Provides assistance to coworkers, ensuring they understand their tasks.
• Speak to guests and co-workers using clear, appropriate and professional language.
• Instruct guests on how to access the internet (e.g., dial-up, broadband, wireless).
• Answer telephones using appropriate etiquette including answering the phone within 3 rings, answering with a smile in one's voice, using the callers' name, transferring calls to appropriate person/department, requesting permission before placing the caller on hold, taking and relaying messages, and allowing the caller to end the call.

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.
• Handle sensitive issues with guests with tact, respect, diplomacy, and confidentiality.

Policies and Procedures

• Ensure uniform, nametags, and personal appearance are clean, hygienic and professional.
• 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.

Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement

• Comply with quality assurance expectations and standards.

Safety and Security

• Follow property specific procedures for handling emergency situations (e.g., evacuations, medical emergencies, natural disasters).
• Maintain awareness of undesirable persons on property premises.
• 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.

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES

Analytical Skills

• Learning
• Decision-Making
• Problem Solving
• Computer Skills
• Basic Mathematics

Interpersonal Skills

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

Communications

• English Language Proficiency
• Communication
• Listening
• Applied Reading
• Writing

Personal Attributes

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

Organization

• Multi-Tasking
• Time Management

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Higher Education, Diploma or equivalent

Related Work Experience

• At least 1 year work-related  experience is required

Supervisory Experience

• No supervisory experience is required

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JOB SUMMARY

• Functions as the strategic business leader of the property’s food and beverage/culinary operation, including Restaurants/Bars, Room Service and Banquets/Catering, where applicable.
• Position oversees the development and implementation of departmental strategies and ensures implementation of the brand service strategy and brand initiatives. The position ensures the food and beverage/culinary operation meets the brand’s target customer needs, ensures employee satisfaction, and focuses on growing revenues and maximizing the financial performance of the department. Develops and implements property-wide strategies that deliver products and services to meet or exceed the needs and expectations of the brand’s target customer and property employees and provides a return on investment.

CANDIDATE PROFILE 

Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED; 6 years experience in the food and beverage, culinary, event management, or related professional area.

OR

2-year degree from an accredited university in Food Service Management, Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; 4 years experience in the food and beverage, culinary, event management, or related professional area.

Skills and Knowledge

• Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
• Management of Financial Resources - Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for these expenditures.
• Administration and Management - Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
• Applied Business Knowledge - Understanding market dynamics, enterprise level objectives and important aspects of the company’s business to accurately diagnose strengths and weaknesses, anticipate opportunities and risks, identify issues, and develop strategies and plans. Aligning individual and team actions with strategies and plans to drive business results.
• Management of Material Resources - Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materials needed to do certain work

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

Developing and Maintaining Food and Beverage/Culinary Goals

• Sets expectations and holds food and beverage leadership team accountable for demonstrating desired service behaviors.
• Reviews financial reports and statements to determine how Food and Beverage is performing against budget.
• Makes recommendations for CAPEX funding of food and beverage equipment and renovations in accordance with brand business strategy.
• Works with food and beverage leadership team to determine areas of concern and develops strategies to improve the department’s financial performance.
• Establishes challenging, realistic and obtainable goals to guide operation and performance.
• Strives to improve service performance.

Developing and Maintaining Budgets

• Develops and manages Food and Beverage budget.
• Monitors the department’s actual and projected sales to ensure revenue goals are met or exceeded and opportunities are identified and addressed.
• Ensures cash control and liquor control policies are in place in food & beverage areas and followed by all related employees.
• Focuses on maintaining profit margins without compromising guest or employee satisfaction.

Leading Food and Beverage/Culinary Team

• Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others; advocates sound financial/business decision making; demonstrates honesty/integrity; leads by example.
• Encourages and builds mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
• Achieves and exceeds goals including performance goals, budget goals, team goals, etc.
• Serves as a role model to demonstrate appropriate behaviors.
• Develops means to improve profit, including estimating cost and benefit, exploring new business opportunities, etc.
• Identifies opportunities to increase profits and create value by challenging existing processes, encouraging innovation and driving necessary change.
• Ensures that regular, on-going communication occurs in all areas of food and beverage (e.g., pre-meal briefings, staff meetings, culinary team).
• Establishes and maintains open, collaborative relationships with direct reports and entire food & beverage team. Ensures direct reports do the same for their team.
• Develops a food and beverage operating strategy that is aligned with the brand’s business strategy and leads its execution.
• Identifies the developmental needs of others and coaches, mentors, or otherwise helps others to improve their knowledge or skills.
• Stays aware of market trends and introduces new food and beverage products to meet or exceed customer expectations, generate increased revenue and ensure a competitive position in the market.

Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service

• Provides services that are above and beyond for customer satisfaction and retention.
• Improves service by communicating and assisting individuals to understand guest needs, providing guidance, feedback, and individual coaching when needed.
• Reviews findings from comment cards and guest satisfaction results with F& B team and ensures appropriate corrective action is taken.
• Reviews comment cards, guest satisfaction results and other data to identify areas of improvement.
• Empowers employees to provide excellent guest service.
• Estimates cost and benefit ratio, maintaining balance between profit and service satisfaction.
• Shares plans to take corrective action based on comment cards and guest satisfaction results with property leadership.

Managing and Conducting Human Resource Activities

• Provides guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
• Coaches and supports food & beverage leadership team to effectively manage wages, food & beverage cost and controllable expenses (e.g., restaurant supplies, uniforms, etc.).
• Hires food & beverage leadership team members who demonstrate strong functional expertise, creativity and entrepreneurial leadership to meet the business needs of the operation.
• Sets goals and expectations for direct reports using the performance review process and holds staff accountable for successful performance.
• Ensures that expectations and objectives are clearly communicated to subordinates; subordinates are also open to raise questions and/or concerns.
• Brings issues to the attention of Human Resources as necessary.
• Ensures employees are treated fairly and equitably.
• Coaches team by providing specific feedback to improve performance.

Additional Responsibilities

• Informs and/or update the executives, the peers and the subordinates on relevant information in a timely manner.
• Provides information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
• Analyzes information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
• Estimate food, liquor, wine, and other beverage consumption in order to anticipate amounts to be purchased or requisitioned.
• Order and purchase equipment and supplies.

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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 an 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 workplace, following company policies and procedures, maintaining confidentiality, protecting company assets, 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 Guest Experience Experts – to get it right for our guests and our business each and every time.

CRITICAL TASKS

Guest Relations

• Actively listen and respond positively to guest questions, concerns, and requests using brand or property specific process 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.
• Assist other employees to ensure proper coverage and prompt guest service.
• Engage guests in conversation regarding their stay, property services, and area attractions/offerings, including social media where appropriate.
• Thank guests with genuine appreciation and provide a fond farewell.
• Welcome and acknowledge each and every guest with a smile, eye contact, and a friendly verbal greeting, using the guest's name when possible.
• Stay up-to-date on the local area so that you are prepared to provide specific recommendations for guests.
• Communicate recommendations in a way that builds excitement and interest among guests and associates.
• Perform other reasonable duties as requested.

Guest Services

• Arrange transportation (e.g., taxi cab, shuttle bus) for guests/residents/visitors, and record advance transportation request as needed.
• Contact appropriate individual or department (e.g., Guest Arrival, Front Desk, Housekeeping, Engineering, Security/Loss Prevention) as necessary to resolve guest call, request, or problem.
• Follow up with guests to ensure their requests or problems have been met to their satisfaction.
• Manage access to technological devices within public spaces (e.g., television, remote control, computer, Internet, games, etc.) and provide basic troubleshooting assistance or refer to appropriate individual or department (e.g., Engineering, Security/Loss Prevention) as necessary.

VIP/Concierge Services

• Gather, summarize, and utilize information about the property and the surrounding area amenities, including special events and activities.
• Respond to guest requests for special arrangements or services (e.g., transportation, religious services, babysitting, dry cleaning, entertainment/sporting events, shopping) by making arrangements or identifying appropriate providers.

Check-in/Check-out

• Keep track of changes in room status (e.g., early check-out, late check-out, room transfer, unexpected stay over) for Housekeeping.
• Organize and coordinate check-in/pre-registration procedures for arriving groups.
• 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.
• 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.
• Sell a room/accommodation to guests without reservations based on availability.
• Verify and adjust billing for guests.

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.
• Obtain manual authorizations and follow all Accounting procedures when computer system is down.
• Count bank at the beginning of shift to ensure that amounts are correct and that there is adequate change.
• Follow the requirements and tasks as defined in EMEA Front Desk Cashiering SOP.
• Comply with the requirements of the Marriott Cashiering Responsibilities/Petty Cash Fund and Cashier Overage/Shortage SOPs.

Reports/Recordkeeping

• Run daily reports (number of arrivals, departures), identify any special requests, and check reports for accuracy.
• Run credit card authorization report and check for discrepancies.
• Review shift logs/daily memo books and document pertinent information in logbooks in the absence of a departmental Supervisor.
• Print contingency lists to have a record of all guests in case of emergency.

Communications

• Provides assistance to coworkers, ensuring they understand their tasks.
• Speak to guests and co-workers using clear, appropriate and professional language.
• Instruct guests on how to access the internet (e.g., dial-up, broadband, wireless).
• Answer telephones using appropriate etiquette including answering the phone within 3 rings, answering with a smile in one's voice, using the callers' name, transferring calls to appropriate person/department, requesting permission before placing the caller on hold, taking and relaying messages, and allowing the caller to end the call.

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.
• Handle sensitive issues with guests with tact, respect, diplomacy, and confidentiality.

Policies and Procedures

• Ensure uniform, nametags, and personal appearance are clean, hygienic and professional.
• 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.

Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement

• Comply with quality assurance expectations and standards.

Safety and Security

• Follow property specific procedures for handling emergency situations (e.g., evacuations, medical emergencies, natural disasters).
• Maintain awareness of undesirable persons on property premises.
• 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.

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES

Analytical Skills

• Learning
• Decision-Making
• Problem Solving
• Computer Skills
• Basic Mathematics

Interpersonal Skills

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

Communications

• English Language Proficiency
• Communication
• Listening
• Applied Reading
• Writing

Personal Attributes

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

Organization

• Multi-Tasking
• Time Management

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Higher Education, Diploma or equivalent

Related Work Experience

• At least 1 year work-related  experience is required

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.

CRITICAL TASKS

Policies and Procedures

• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary materials and information.
• 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.
• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

Guest Relations

• Address guests' service needs in a professional, positive, and timely manner.
• Actively listen and respond positively to guest questions, concerns, and requests using brand or property specific process (e.g., LEARN, PLEASED, Guest Response, LEAP, MYSTIQUE) to resolve issues, delight, and build trust.
• 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.
• Assist other employees to ensure proper coverage and prompt guest service.

Communication

• Answer telephones using appropriate etiquette including answering the phone within 3 rings, answering with a smile in one's voice, using the callers' name, transferring calls to appropriate person/department, requesting permission before placing the caller on hold, taking and relaying messages, and allowing the caller to end the call.
• Speak to guests and co-workers using clear, appropriate and professional language.
• Prepare and review written documents (e.g., daily logs, business letters, memoranda, reports), including proofreading and editing written information to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Talk with and listen to other employees to effectively exchange information.

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.
• Handle sensitive issues with employees and/or guests with tact, respect, diplomacy, and confidentiality.

Physical Tasks

• Enter and locate work-related information using computers and/or point of sale systems.
• Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 10 pounds without assistance.

Documentation/Reporting

• Create and maintain computer- and paper-based filing and organization systems for records, reports, documents, etc.

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.
• Prepare letters, memos, and other documents using word processing, spreadsheet, database, or presentation software.

Office Equipment

• Transmit information or documents using mail, or facsimile machine.
• Operate standard office equipment other than computers such as telephone, typewriter, fax, photocopier, calculator, and electronic peripherals.

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES

Analytical Skills

• Computer Skills
• Learning

Interpersonal Skills

• Team Work
• Customer Service Orientation
• Diversity Relations
• Communications

Telephone Etiquette Skills

• English Language Proficiency
• Communication
• Writing
• Listening
• Applied Reading

Personal Attributes

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

Organization

• Detail Orientation
• Multi-Tasking
• Time Management
• Planning and Organizing

General Administration

• Typing
• Computer Software
• Microsoft Office

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