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  • Posted: Aug 7, 2026
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  • Marriott International, Inc. is a leading global lodging company with more than 6,000 properties in 122 countries and territories, reporting revenues of more than $17 billion in fiscal year 2016. Founded by J. Willard and Alice Marriott and guided by family leadership for nearly 90 years, the company is headquartered outside of Washington, D.C. in Bethesda, ...
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    Chef de Partie - The Cape Town Edition Hotel(Pre-opening)

    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 QUALIFICATIONS

    Education

    • Matric and culinary qualification

    Related Work Experience

    • At least 4 years of related work experience

    Supervisory Experience

    • No supervisory experience is required

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    Leisure & Aircrew Executive

    POSITION SUMMARY

    • The successful incumbent reports to the Director of Event Booking Centre and is responsible for responding to client enquiries relating to leisure group business, including Cruise, Series, Leisure, and Airline groups. This includes handling both telephonic and email enquiries while ensuring service delivery is aligned with Marriott International Policies and Procedures and the service standards of The Westin Cape Town.
    • The role operates in a high-pressure environment with a strong focus on accuracy, revenue integrity, and time-sensitive delivery.

    Required Experience & Qualifications:

    • A recognised qualification in Event Management / Hotel Management preferable
    • Minimum two years’ experience in group booking, sales or STO and leirsure 
    • Extensive knowledge of sales & catering and hospitality operating systems i.e. Fidelio Opera
    • Professional telephone, communication and email etiquette 
    • People centric with a strong focus on the Guest experience 
    • Ability to work within a pressurized environment
    • Professional and pleasant disposition 
    • Strong interpersonal skills essential
    • Strong organising skills to meet deadlines with regards to operational requirements essential 
    • Strong and effective communication, problem solving and decision making skills at all levels essential
    • Opera systems knowledge
    • Ability to use Initiative and be proactive and self-motivated
    • Proficient in Microsoft Office Package
    • 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 as per operational requirements

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Responds to leisure / series / cruise inquires/ requests within the required 24-hour turnaround time (focusing on managing group blocks for all Cruise, Series, Leisure and Airlines)
    • Quoting STO / Cruising Contracted rates as well as Leisure Group rates
    • Building group blocks, sending contract addendum and invoices timeously
    • Managing the groups status from quoting to confirming groups within the 45 day cancellation period
    • Validating rates once the group’s status changes to TE1
    • Buidling all airline group blocks and updating the grid as per manifests
    • Entering group rooming lists and cross checking them
    • Ensuring all billing instructions and routing is updated on all rooms pre arrival
    • Sending out group resumes for confirmed groups arriving (minimum 3 days prior to arrival)
    • Strong knowledge of hotel product; selling features, benefits
    • Adheres to all standards, policies, and procedures.
    • Participates in leisure agent site inspections if required 
    • Reviews all new leisure blocks created daily to ensure they are correctly built in accordance with company guidelines.

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    Spa Receptionist

    JOB SUMMARY

    • Reporting to the Spa Management, the successful candidate will be required manage the front desk / reception area. Perform and offer guests a wide range of Beauty , Body , Skin Therapy and treatments, whilst 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

    • Recognised or relevant qualification in Body, Skincare and Beauty Therapy and treatment.
    • At least 2 years` experience in a similar role i.e Receptionist within a 4 or 5-star Spa environment 
    • At least 2 years’ experience as a therapist. 
    • Strong planning and administrative and organizing skills
    • Proficient in MS Office and Spa booking systems
    • Professional Disposition 
    • Professional telephone, communication and email etiquette 
    • Problem solving, decision making and conflict resolutions skills
    • People centric with a strong focus on the Guest experience 
    • Ability to work within a pressurized environment
    • Ability to use Initiative and be proactive and self-driven
    • 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

    • Adherence to Spa opening and closing procedures 
    • Ensure the front desk environment is kept neat and tidy at all times
    • Oversee arrival and departure of guests, and access control
    • Ensure that the standards of service excellence and guest satisfaction are maintained.
    • Maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance as per company standards
    • Assist with Spa treatments as and when required
    • Maintain a float and make a deposit and accurate report of receipts daily
    • Control of cash and daily reconciliations 
    • Assist in the marketing of the spa, revenue generation as well as retail Spa products as required
    • Effectively maintain the booking system
    • Assist with Stock checks as and when required
    • Report professional stock par levels timeously
    • Manage stock levels and administer utilization thereof 
    • Liaison with housekeeping team with regards to Spa amenities as required
    • Initiate and place amenities orders as and when required
    • Complete required administrative tasks
    • Assist with efficient booking/upselling 
    • Possibly be required to do spa treatments, if operations required to do so.
    • Providing nail care services and treatments to clients, including manicures and pedicures and Gel nail therapy
    • Adherence to health and safety as well as COVID protocols within the work environment and at work stations 
    • Maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance as per company standards
    • Maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance as per company standards
    • Maintain strict hygiene standards as set out by management
    • Ensure workstations are kept neat and tidy before and after treatments 
    • Perform other duties as and when required

    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.
    • 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.

    Policies and Procedures

    • Protect the privacy and security of guests and coworkers.
    • Maintain confidentiality of proprietary materials and information.
    • Follow company and department policies and procedures.
    • Ensure uniform, nametags, and personal appearance are clean, hygienic, professional and in compliance with company policies and procedures.
    • Protect company tools, equipment, machines, or other assets in accordance with company policies and procedures.
    • 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.
    • Address guests' service needs in a professional, positive, and timely manner.
    • 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.
    • Thank guests with genuine appreciation and provide a fond farewell.
    • Assist other employees to ensure proper coverage and prompt guest service.
    • 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.
    • 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

    • 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.
    • Discuss work topics, activities, or problems with coworkers, supervisors, or managers discreetly and quietly, avoiding public areas of the property.
    • Provide assistance to coworkers, ensuring they understand their tasks.
    • Talk with and listen to other employees to effectively exchange information.
    • Exchange information with other employees using electronic devices (e.g., 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.

    Check-in/Check-out

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

    Reservations/Blocking Rooms

    • Confirm reservations and cancellations.

    Communications

    • Instruct guests on how to access the internet (e.g., dial-up, broadband, wireless).

    Reports/Recordkeeping

    • Run daily reports (number of arrivals, departures), identify any special requests, and check reports for accuracy.
    • Complete designated cashier and closing reports in the computer system.
    • 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.

    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.
    • Receive, record, and relay messages accurately, completely, and legibly.
    • Answer, record, and process all guest calls, requests, questions, or concerns.
    • Follow up with guests to ensure their requests or problems have been met to their satisfaction.
    • Accept and record wake-up call requests and deliver to appropriate department.

    VIP/Concierge Services

    • Respond to special requests from guests/residents with unique needs.

    Parking

    • Communicate parking procedures to guests/visitors.
    • Dispatch bell staff or valet staff as needed.

    Cash Handling

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

    Finance-Related

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

    Maintenance/Security

    • Notify Security of any guest reports of theft.

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    Guest Experience Expert/Receptionist- Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Pretoria Menlyn

    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

    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

    • Read and visually verify information in a variety of formats (e.g., small print).
    • Visually inspect tools, equipment, or machines (e.g., to identity defects).
    • Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time or for an entire work shift.
    • Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 50 pounds without assistance and 100 pounds with assitance.
    • Move through narrow, confined, or elevated spaces as well as up and down stairs and/or service ramps.
    • Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping.

    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.

    CRITICAL COMPETENCIES

    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

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

    Education    

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

    Related Work Experience    

    • 1 Year of related work experience

    Supervisory Experience    

    • No supervisory experience is required
       

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    Night Cook

    POSITION SUMMARY

    • Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food. Wash and peel fresh fruits and vegetables. Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients. Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklist. Prepare cold foods. Operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and fryers. Test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently. Monitor food quality while preparing food. Set-up and break down work station. Serve food in proper portions onto proper receptacles. Wash and disinfect kitchen area, tables, tools, knives, and equipment. Check and ensure the correctness of the temperature of appliances and food.
    • 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. 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 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. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

    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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    F&B Service Expert_SA

    POSITION SUMMARY

    • Our jobs aren’t just about putting food on the table that our guests will enjoy until they ask for their bill. Instead, we want to build an experience that is memorable and unique – with food and drinks on the side. Our Guest Service Experts take the initiative and deliver a wide range of services to make sure that guests enjoy their meal. Whether setting tables, communicating with the kitchen, interacting and serving guests, or cleaning work areas and supplies, the Guest Service 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, upholding quality standards, and ensuring your uniform, personal appearance, and communications are professional. Guest Service Experts will be on their feet and moving around (stand, sit, or walk for an extended time; moving over sloping, uneven, or slippery surfaces), managing the menu (read and visually verify information), and taking a hands-on approach to work (move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance and 50 pounds with assistance; reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping). Doing all these things well (and other reasonable job duties as requested) is critical for Guest Service Experts – to get it right for our guests and our business each and every time.

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

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

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    Group Housing/Billing Executive - The Cape Town Edition Hotel (Pre-opening)

    POSITION SUMMARY

    • Assist hotel group guests to ensure a successful event by being the housing and billing contact from pre-arrival through departure; providing excellent service and hospitality following the brand guidelines. 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. Set-up proper billing accounts (i.e. share-with, room/tax/incidentals, tax exempt, direct/special billing, and group bookings) according to accounting policies. Prepare, review, and issue bills, invoices, and account statements according to company procedures. Provide excellent service to both internal and external customers. Ensure compliance with standard and local operating procedures (SOP’s and LSOP’s). Work closely with various departments and outside entities to achieve successful groups from pre-arrival through final bill.
    • Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; ensure uniform and personal appearances are clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information and protect company assets. Report all accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to the manager. Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards, anticipate and address guests’ service needs, assist individuals with disabilities, and thank guests with genuine appreciation. Speak with others using clear and professional language; answer telephones using appropriate etiquette. Prepare and review written documents accurately and completely; read and visually verify information in a variety of formats. Comply with quality assurance expectations and standards. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others, support team to reach common goals, and listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of employees. 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

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

    Education

    • Matric

    Related Work Experience

    • At least 2 year of related work experience

    Supervisory Experience

    • No supervisory experience is required

     

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    Guest Experience Supervisor - The Cape Town Edition Hotel (Pre-opening)

    POSITION SUMMARY

    • Process all guest check-ins, verifying guest identity, form of payment, assigning room, and activating/issuing room key. Set up accurate accounts for each guest according to their requirements. Enter Marriott Bonvoy information. Ensure rates match market codes, document exceptions. Secure payment prior to issuing room key, verify/adjust billing. Compile and review daily reports/logs/contingency lists. Complete cashier and closing reports. Supply guests with directions and property information. Accommodate guest requests, contacting appropriate staff if necessary. Follow up to ensure requests have been met. Process all payment types, vouchers, paid-outs, and charges. Balance and drop receipts. Count and secure bank at beginning and end of shift. Obtain manual authorizations and follow all Accounting procedures. Notify Loss Prevention/Security of any guest reports of theft.
    • Assist management in training, evaluating, counseling, motivating and coaching employees; serve as a role model and first point of contact of the Guarantee of Fair Treatment/Open Door Policy process. Develop/maintain positive working relationships; support team to reach common goals; listen and respond appropriately to employee concerns. Follow company policies and procedures; report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; complete safety training and certifications; ensure personal appearance is clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets. Welcome and acknowledge guests; anticipate and address guests’ service needs; assist individuals with disabilities; thank guests with genuine appreciation. Ensure adherence to quality standards. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Managers.                    

    CRITICAL TASKS

    Guest Relations

    • Acknowledge 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) 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.
    • Assist other employees to ensure proper coverage and prompt guest service.
    • Engage guests in conversation regarding their stay, property services, and area attractions/offerings

    Check-in/Check-out

    • Process all guest check-ins by confirming reservations in computer system (e.g., Fidelio, PMS, FOSSE, OPERA, Mobile Check In), 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.
    • Advise guest of any messages (e.g., voicemail, mail, faxes) received for them, and send to room if required.
    • Activate room keys using electronic key machine (e.g., Saflok) and reissue new room keys to guests as necessary (e.g., lost key) by verifying guest identity and using electronic key machine.
    • Verify and adjust billing for guests.
    • Accommodate requests for room changes when possible.
    • Assign room according to guest request and preferences whenever possible.
    • File guest paperwork or documentation.
    • Set up accurate accounts for each guest upon check-in according to their requirements (i.e., sharewiths, separate room/tax/incidentals, comp).
    • Ask for and enter Marriott Bonvoy information (e.g., number, name, address) when taking reservation or checking guest in.
    • Ensure rates match market codes and that any exceptions are documented and include an explanation.
    • Sell a room/accommodation to guests without reservations based on availability.

    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.
    • 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.
    • Ensure that any outstanding requests or problems from the previous day receive priority and are resolved.
    • Answer, record, and process all guest calls, requests, questions, or concerns.

    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.

    At Your Service/Delighted to Serve

    • Follow up with guest regarding satisfaction with guest-related issues.

    VIP/Concierge Services

    • Respond to special requests from guests/residents with unique needs.

    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.
    • Balance and drop receipts according to Accounting specifications.
    • Count bank at end of shift and secure bank.
    • 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.

    Reports/Recordkeeping

    • 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.
    • Run daily reports (number of arrivals, departures), identify any special requests, and check reports for accuracy.
    • Complete designated cashier and closing reports in the computer system.

    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.
    • Provide assistance to coworkers, ensuring they understand their tasks.
    • Discuss work topics, activities, or problems with coworkers, supervisors, or managers discreetly and quietly, avoiding public areas of the property.
    • Prepare and review written documents (e.g., daily logs, business letters, memoranda, reports), including proofreading and editing written information to ensure accuracy and completeness.
    • Exchange information with other employees using electronic devices (e.g., Mobile Phone, Pagers and Two-way radios,).

    Assists Management

    • Serve as a departmental role model or mentor by working alongside employees to perform technical or functional job duties.
    • Encourage and motivate employees to perform their best, take responsibility for tasks and assignments, make decisions and provide input on possible improvements.
    • Ensure that hourly employees are trained on company core values, job roles, responsibilities, and technical and service aspects of the job.
    • Assign and ensure work tasks are completed on time and that they meet appropriate quality standards.
    • Listen to hourly employees' suggestions for improving how work is done and how guests are served, gaining management support as needed to act upon suggestions.
    • Coach and develop employees (e.g., create expectations for continual improvement, provide challenging tasks and assignments, hold development discussions, and construct and execute development plans).
    • Assist management to ensure that hourly employees have the necessary resources to effectively perform their jobs (e.g., supplies, equipment, and inventory).
    • Coordinate tasks and work with other departments to ensure that the department runs efficiently.
    • Collaborate with management to develop and carry-out ideas and procedures and set goals to continuously improve department performance around guest and employee satisfaction scores.
    • Assist management in establishing and communicating goals, performance expectations, timetables and deadlines for shift or departmental operations to hourly employees and ensure that they are understood.
    • Serve as hourly employees' first point of contact as part of the Guarantee of Fair Treatment/Open Door Policy process.
    • Collaborate with management to formally recognize hourly employees' performance contributions.

    Maintenance/Security

    • Notify Loss Prevention/Security of any guest reports of theft.

    Working with Others

    • 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.
    • Develop and maintain positive and productive working relationships with other employees and departments.
    • Actively listen to and consider the concerns of other employees, responding appropriately and effectively.
    • Partner with and assist others to promote an environment of teamwork and achieve common goals.

    Policies and Procedures

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

    Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement

    • Comply with quality assurance expectations and standards.
    • Monitor the performance of others to ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards.

    Safety and Security

    • Follow property specific procedures for handling emergency situations (e.g., evacuations, medical emergencies, natural disasters).
    • Report work related accidents, or other injuries immediately upon occurrence to manager/.
    • Maintain awareness of undesirable persons on property premises.
    • 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.
    • Complete appropriate safety training and certifications to perform work tasks.

    CRITICAL COMPETENCIES

    Analytical Skills

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

    Interpersonal Skills

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

    Communications

    • Listening
    • Communication
    • Writing
    • Telephone Etiquette Skills
    • English Language Proficiency
    • Applied Reading
    • Form, Report, and Log Completion

    Personal Attributes

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

    Organization

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

    Assists Management

    • Resolving Conflict
    • Team Building
    • Coaching and Developing
    • Performance Management
    • Delegating and Directing

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

    Education

    • Matric

    Related Work Experience

    • At least 3 years of related work experience

    Supervisory Experience

    • At least 1 year of supervisory experience

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    Guest Experience Expert (Receptionist) - The Cape Town Edition Hotel (Pre-opening)

    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

    • Matric

    Related Work Experience

    • At least 1 year of work experience is required

    Supervisory Experience

    • No supervisory experience is required

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    Bellstand Captain - The Cape Town Edition Hotel (Pre-opening)

    POSITION SUMMARY

    • Greet guests and inform them of property amenities, services, and hours of operation, and local areas of interest and activities. Open doors and assist guests/visitors entering and leaving property. Assist with luggage storage and retrieval. Transport guest luggage to and from guest rooms and/or designated bell area. Assist guests/visitors in and out of vehicles, including assisting guests with loading/unloading luggage. Supply guests with directions. Arrange transportation (e.g., taxi cab, shuttle bus, limousine/sedan service) for guests/visitors, and record advance transportation request as needed. Dispatch bell staff or valet staff as needed. Communicate parking procedures to guests/visitors. Follow up with guests to ensure their requests or problems have been met to their satisfaction.
    • Serve as a departmental role model, and assist management in hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, counseling, disciplining, motivating and coaching employees. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others. Follow all company policies and procedures; and report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager. Maintain awareness of undesirable persons on property premises. Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional and maintain confidentiality of proprietary information. Welcome and acknowledge all guests, anticipate and address guests’ service needs, assist individuals with disabilities, and thank guests with genuine appreciation. Speak with others using clear and professional language, and answer telephones using appropriate etiquette. Comply with quality assurance expectations and standards. Read and visually verify information in a variety of formats (e.g., small print). Move at a speed required to respond to work situations (e.g., run, walk, jog). Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time or for an entire work shift. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 50 pounds without assistance and objects weighing in excess of 75 pounds with assistance. Grasp, turn, and manipulate objects of varying size and weight, requiring fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. Move over sloping, uneven, or slippery surfaces as well as up and down stairs and/or service ramps. Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.          

    CRITICAL TASKS

    Safety and Security

    • 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.
    • Maintain awareness of suspicious persons on property premises.
    • Report work related accidents, or other injuries immediately upon occurrence to manager/supervisor.

    Policies and Procedures

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

    Guest Relations

    • Address guests' service needs in a professional, positive, and timely manner.
    • Assist other employees to ensure proper coverage and prompt guest service.
    • 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.
    • 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) to resolve issues, delight, and build trust.
    • Thank guests with genuine appreciation and provide a fond farewell.
    • Provide assistance to individuals with disabilities, including assisting visually, hearing, or physically-impaired individuals within guidelines (e.g., escorting them when requested, using words to explain actions, writing directions on paper, moving objects out of the way, or offering access to Braille or TDD phones).
    • Welcome and acknowledge each and every guest with a smile, eye contact, and a friendly verbal greeting, using the guest's name when possible.

    Communication

    • Talk with and listen to other employees to effectively exchange information.
    • Provide assistance to coworkers, ensuring they understand their tasks.
    • Speak to guests and co-workers using clear, appropriate and professional language.
    • Discuss work topics, activities, or problems with coworkers, supervisors, or managers discreetly and quietly, avoiding public areas of the property.

    Assists Management

    • Serve as a departmental role model or mentor by working alongside employees to perform technical or functional job duties.
    • Encourage and motivate employees to perform their best, take responsibility for tasks and assignments, make decisions and provide input on possible improvements.

    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.
    • Actively listen to and consider the concerns of other employees, responding appropriately and effectively.

    Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement

    • Comply with quality assurance expectations and standards.

    Physical Tasks

    • Read and visually verify information in a variety of formats (e.g., small print).
    • Move at a speed required to respond to work situations (e.g., run, walk, jog).
    • Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time or for an entire work shift.
    • Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 50 pounds without assistance and objects weighing in excess of 75 pounds with assistance.
    • Grasp, turn, and manipulate objects of varying size and weight, requiring fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.
    • Move over sloping, uneven, or slippery surfaces.
    • Move up and down stairs and/or service ramps.
    • Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping.

    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.
    • Open doors and assist guests/residents/visitors entering and leaving property.
    • Assist with group luggage requirements (e.g., luggage pull, storage, drops).

    Interpersonal Skills

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

    Communications

    • Communication
    • Listening
    • English Language Proficiency

    Personal Attributes

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

    Organization

    • Detail Orientation
    • Multi-Tasking

    Physical Abilities

    • Proper Lifting Techniques
    • Physical Strength

    Education

    • Matric certificate

    Related Work Experience

    • At least 3 years of related work experience

    Supervisory Experience

    • Less than 1 year supervisory experience

     

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