Current Vacancies at Accor Hotel

Job Description

Specific Responsibilities:

• Undertake and manage various general maintenance tasks, including plumbing, electricity telecommunications, heat, carpentry and decorating
• Conduct routine inspection of premises and equipment and handle basic repairs and maintenance requirements.
• Inspecting building structures, equipment and assets performing reactive and preventive maintenance.
• Perform task and deliver service with the highest level of discretion, aiming for minimal disruption and inconvenience for guests and visitors
• Actively seek to contribute to the comfort of guests and visitors
• Remain proactive and approach tasks and requests with a can-do-attitude
• Handle basis repairs and maintenance; coordinate and oversee contractors and external providers ensuring they work in relation to service agreements and procedures
• Install, inspect and troubleshoot equipment, appliances and systems
• Maintain and replace heating, air conditioning and distribution systems as and when required
• Liaise with and supervise contractors and external providers to carry out work activities
• Assist in record keeping and keep daily log of repairs and maintenance of assets and equipment
• Respects Accor's Legionnaires' disease directive,
• Apply the Hotel's security regulations (in case of fire etc)
• Champion the Hotel's commitments to the "Environment Charter" (saving energy, recycling, sorting waste etc),
• Actively contributes to the safety of people and property (ensuring safety exits remain clear of obstruction etc)
• Take responsibility for identifying areas of improvement within range of operation, including risk awareness
• Undertake appropriate training to develop increased expertise in the area of work concerned
• Report stock levels

Health & Safety

• Notify your Manager of any reason you may not be capable of performing your tasks safely
• Participate in workplace consultation on matters pertaining to Workplace Health and Safety, as per the hotels agreed arrangements
• Comply with safe work practices by following Accor Health, Safety and Environment policies, including the use of safe manual handling techniques, safe use of hazardous chemicals and machinery, working at heights procedures, using protective clothing and safety equipment where available and necessary, maintaining a clean, tidy work environment, and any other safety practice promoted and required by the Hotel
• Ensure all equipment is kept in good working order and used only for the purpose for which it was intended
• Attend and actively participate in all WH&S training required of you by the Hotel
• Report any health or safety hazards, incidents and injuries to your Manager/Supervisor or Manager on Duty as soon as possible.  Hazards may include unsafe working conditions, equipment and machinery faults or damage, and other housekeeping or maintenance needs that may affect the safety or any person/s at the Hotel. Ensure that the appropriate documentation is completed correctly, such as the Injury / Incident Form
• Participate and contribute to the risk assessment process when requested by your Supervisor/Manager
• Work cohesively in conjunction with the hotel’s rehabilitation program, as required
• Maintain standards of hygiene for food handling and presentation as prescribed by council / legislative regulations
• Be fully conversant with departmental fire and evacuation procedures
• Ensure all equipment is kept in good working order and used only for the purpose for which it was intended. Report all broken or damaged departmental equipment to your supervisor and record on appropriate maintenance report form
• Contribute to cost control through energy conservation, correct storage of all materials and use of equipment per operating standards and manufacturers specifications

Systems & Procedures:

• Log and inform your Manager of any system problems. Suggest any improvements that could be made to improve existing systems and procedures
• Follow policies and procedures outlined in the Accor Brand Standards Manual, Departmental Service Standards / Procedures Manual and Accor Policy Manuals
• Complete all duties and ensure a concise hand over

Environmental and Social Responsibility:

• Work closely with the hotel in participating where possible in community-based projects
• Maintain awareness of new initiatives and the continuously growing social economic Program of the hotel   
• Assist with power and electricity usage by not having lights or any electrical appliance on that could be switched off when not in use
• Participate and actively control all forms of waste and ensure accurate recycling of all glass, papers, plastics, aluminum, and steel form all areas to waste
• Actively participate in all social development drives with local communities and initiatives
• Actively participate in the food & beverage waste program of the Hotel
• Reduce the use of paper by not printing unnecessarily and recycle used paper

General and other Duties:

• The above listed criteria identify the key areas of responsibility of the position and are not all-encompassing description of duties and tasks. The above criteria will be subject to ongoing review and adjustment
• The position required the employee to perform tasks in any area of the hotel as requested by Management from time to time
• Abide by Accor policy on EEO and Harassment in the workplace
• Ensure wherever possible that employees are provided with a workplace free of discrimination, harassment, and victimization
• The position required the employee to maintain a high standard of personal appearance and hygiene and ensure that uniforms meet with the Hotel’s requirements and in line with the desired image of the Hotel
• Ensure security and protection of Guests the belongings as best possible, report any items left behind by guest
• Be always committed to the safety of Guests and report any suspicious activity in the hotel to the Manager
• Practice Safety always including constant awareness of safety hazard
• Reports to work on time and according to posted schedule
• Agree to continuously improve and develop his/herself, by attending scheduled training courses as directed by Management and being committed to making the absolute most of the given opportunity
• Be committed to the highest level of service to the Hotel Guests, courtesy to fellow colleagues and a commitment to all environmental social and developmental training initiatives

Hygiene / Personal safety / Environment:

• Ensures the application of hygiene, safety, and environment regulations
• Applies and ensures application of the hotel's security regulations (in case of fire etc.)
• Respects and ensures respect of the hotel's commitments to the "Environment Charter" (saving energy, recycling, sorting waste etc.)
• Is responsible for the security of people and property in the area under his/her remit

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Building Maintenance, Building Operators Certificate or a 5th Class Power Engineer preferable
• Experience in property maintenance with working knowledge of mechanical and technical functions
• Proficiency in Microsoft Windows applications (Word, Excel)
• Basic mechanical ability, including knowledge of plumbing, carpentry, and general maintenance
• Ability to work cohesively with colleagues as part of a team with minimal supervision
• Understanding of mechanical and technical functions required
• Prior experience using various hand and power tools
• Minor plumbing (able to replace sink/shower cartridge, able to snake sink/shower and toilet drains, able to replace toilet fill valve, flush lever, flapper), etc.
• Minor Carpentry (able to replace door looks, door/window hinges, latches, window cranks and slides, drawer slides, door closure, etc.)

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Job Description

Scope of Position:

• Serves guests (prepares the dining room, provides waitron service and clears away) in the point of sale, in line with the F&B concept (restaurant, meeting room, breakfast, bar or patio). Provides a high standard of service both in terms of welcome and waitron service.

Specific duties, responsibilities & Key performance areas

• Perform the tasks of order taking and maximise sales opportunities through knowledge of product and suggestive selling.  Ensure accuracy by repeating order(s) to the guests.
• Take orders and send them to kitchen staff through the POS system.
• Deliver orders promptly to the kitchen production area.
• Check ordered meals on collection from kitchen and deliver to guests promptly to maintain temperature and appearance ensure items are announced.
• Keep tables and service areas clean and tidy as per procedure manual.
• Maintain hygienic food service techniques during service.
• Take responsibility for your designated section and station.
• When working in Room Service promptly answer telephone and maximise sales opportunities through knowledge of product and suggestive selling.
• Ensure room service trays and trolleys are set-up correctly and collected promptly when guest(s) have finished. Any other reasonable request as required by your supervisor or Hotel Management.

Health & Safety

• Actively participate in safe work practices and procedures in the workplace, use equipment safely.
• Fully understand departmental fire, evacuation and emergency procedures.
• Report/ record all accidents/incidents on the appropriate workplace register and support injured employee rehabilitation.
• Report any health or safety hazards to your supervisor.
• Wear protective clothing and equipment provided.
• Actively participate in Accor hotel environmental initiatives.
• Report all broken or damaged equipment to a supervisor.

Customer Service

• Provide efficient, friendly and professional service to all guests, making all guests experience positive.
• Take a positive problem solving approach with guest problems and concerns, call the Manager on Duty if difficulties arise.
• Actively sell and promote, hotel facilities and services.

General Duties

• Follow the standards and performance outlined during training and in the departmental service procedures manual. Complete all tasks within the shift to these standards.
• Suggest any improvements that could be made to existing services or procedures.
• Attend training programmes and meetings as directed to constantly improve skills and knowledge.
• Follow the expectations and guidelines in the Accor Employee Handbook.
• Do not divulge Hotel or guest information either during or after employment with the hotel/ Accor.