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- Demonstrate your ability to be a team player.
- Run food to table in a timely and efficient manner.
- Set up and clear tables, stock all service stations and assist servers with table service to ensure total guest satisfaction.
- Quickly clear dirty table settings and prepare table for resetting.
- Promptly and consistently reset all service-ware as prescribed.
- Maintain stock and cleanliness of stations for all meal periods with necessary equipment including silverware, linen and condiments.
- Serve guests with beverages, breads and butter to begin their dining experience and replenish as necessary.
- Practice "Teamwork" and "Clean as you go" policies.
- Transport all dirty tableware from dining room to dishwashing area for proper cleaning.
- Attend monthly departmental meetings.
- Follow proper standards and etiquette for room service deliveries.
- Memorize table numbers and seat numbers of the dining room and bar.
- Follow opening & closing side work sheet for food runner position
Demonstrate Superior Team Work Skills- this position interfaces with many different members of the team.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Position: Sales Manager Department: Sales
Reports to: Director of Sales Classification Status: Exempt
PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THE POSITION: Through proactive and reactive sales efforts, the Group Sales Manager is responsible for meeting and exceeding sales goals primarily in the Group market across all market segments. This position will focus on a sales plan and strategy, client development, managing key relationships, identifying new target markets and sales product with the goal of meeting and exceeding revenue goals. Additionally, the Group Sales Manager will be responsible for identifying key market trends, industry best practices in the wedding and social market.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (This list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented and changed as necessary.)
- Work with Director of Sales to determine annual sales call and revenue goals, develop and implement strategic sales plan to support goals.
- Establish individual sales plans and goals for assigned market segments
- Solicit and secure new business in assigned market segments to drive group revenue to the hotel.
- Make outside sales, prospecting and telephone sales calls to venues, organizations and be established in all potential Group market segments.
- Develop the existing customer base as well as acquire new accounts to expand our account base for all three hotels.
- Assists with the development, implementation, and management of group promotions in conjunction with overall sales and marketing plan.
- Develop expertise in assigned Group markets. (i.e. expertise in the Corporate, Citywide convention blocks, Wedding/SMERF as well as other group markets and be established as a leader in the community)
- Work with property Sales Team and area Provenance Sales Team to develop and maintain knowledge of market trends, competition, and customers. Collaborate with teams for customer acquisition and retention.
- Participate in sales presentations, property tours, customer meetings, and business review meetings with team.
- Participate in trade shows, conventions, and promotional events within the hotel, the industry and customer organizations.
- Understand the competitive landscape and how to maintain leadership position given market and economic changes. Adjust sales plan and strategies accordingly.
- Conduct regular client visits and participate in industry events with other sales manager and DOS.
- Develop and maintain best practices, policies, and service initiatives to achieve optimal sales service and client retention.
- Supervise and develop proposals and contracts to meet client needs, as well as financial goals.
- Conduct site inspections for clients as necessary to secure business.
- Attend pre-con and post-con meetings as needed.
- Maintain daily communication and/or weekly reporting with management in regards to potential new business, lost business, sales activities, customer and operational issues.
- Maintain accurate and timely account activities and relevant contact information in the properties Sales/Catering system per established standards.
- Perform other duties, projects, and reports as assigned by the Director of Sales and Corporate Office as deemed necessary to the growth of the business.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Works directly with the Director of Sales on the performance goals and objectives of the Sales Coordinator and developing the skill set of other associates through training, mentoring, and leadership.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
- Ability to handle sensitive, confidential information discreetly and professionally
- Ability to identify sales opportunities.
- Excellent problem-solving and customer service skills, including the ability to problem solve without direct supervision
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong ability to track actions and follow through on processes
- Strong computer skills; proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
- Strong detail orientation; ability to set priorities, multi-task and meet deadlines
- Understand the competitive landscape and how to maintain leadership position given to market and economic changes. Adjust sales plan and strategies accordingly
- Ability to effectively deal with internal and external customers, some of whom will require high levels of patience, tact, and diplomacy to defuse anger.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to two years related experience/training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Four-year degree and previous hotel experience preferred.
- Previous experience in a 4 to 5-star hotel along with the quality and services expectations associated with the luxury market.
- Requires a minimum of 2 years’ hotel sales experience with in the Corporate market segment as well as strength in the local and Corporate market.
- Requires knowledge of advanced sales techniques & yield management.
- Requires highly developed customer service skills.
- Delphi or other Sales & Catering Software program experience preferred.
- Multilingual skills are preferred but not required.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Position requires some travel, both local and out of state. Must have own reliable transportation and possess a valid state driver’s license in order to make sales calls.
Duties include completing audits of hotel transactions during evening shifts. Also assists with greeting guests at the fronk desk and processing check-in/out transactions. Ability to work evening and/or overnight shifts, good customer-service and communication skills, attention to detail and flexible work schedule required. Previous night auditing experience a plus!
We are looking for someone passionate about the culinary arts to join our Culinary team. This individual must be creative, motivated, and passionate about growing their talents in the kitchen!
Successful candidates for this role will have previous experience working in a professional kitchen environment, with a strong desire to learn, to develop skills and work with the culinary leadership team to create menus which reflect seasonal availability and concept of the restaurant.
The Cook assists the Chef in production and fabrication of food products for kitchen preparation, cafeteria, banquet cooking, dining room, and fine dining. The Cook will maintain a passive leadership role in maintaining adequate production level form the Kitchen staff.
If you have a passion for the Culinary arts and are looking to join a team where you can develop your skills and grow a career, then we want you!
Your Role:
- You will develop your knowledge and skills in various cooking procedures and methods (grill, sauté and fry)
- You will have the opportunity to experience using knives and various kitchen equipment
- You will reach and recreate recipes
- You will be consistent on all food preparation
- You will learn how to minimize food waste through cross utilization
- You will have the opportunity to work with a world class culinary team
- You will create workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment
- You will prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat)
- You will keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen
- You will ensure all food and other items are stored properly
- You will be responsible for the quality of ingredients
We're looking for a capable Restaurant Server who will welcome and serve customers, take and deliver orders with a friendly can-do" attitude.
The Restaurant Server maintains a clean work area and makes sure all supplies are stocked
We're looking for a qualified Laundry Attendant who will assurethe proper washing, drying and storage of laundry to keep linens and clothing up to Pyramid Hotel Groups high standard of quality.
The Laundry Attendant will:
- Operate washing and drying equipment, load and unload laundry from machines. Measure and administer cleaning agents to laundry according to product specifications.
- Monitor feeder information on washers, make sure all drums are full, and report any irregularities to immediate supervisor.
- Empty the laundry chute and prepare loads for washer.
- Pre-sort and separate linen by classification and transfer by lifting, carrying or transporting to work stations.
- Run folding equipment to fold mats, blankets, towels, bedspreads, etc.
- Separate out laundry requiring mending or special stain removal.
- Clean empty hampers.
- Set the proper drying and cooling times for different types of linen.
- Clean up machines and surrounding areas.
- Stock linen room with cleaned product.
Other responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
Regular attendance in conformance with the standards, which may be established by Pyramid Hotel Groups from time to time, is essential to the successful performance of this position. Employees with irregular attendance will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.
Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality industry, employees may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the hotel.
Upon employment, all employees are required to fully comply with Pyramid Hotel Groups rules and regulations for the safe and efficient operation of hotel facilities. Employees who violate Hotel rules and regulations will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.
SUPPORTIVE FUNCTIONS:
In addition to performance of the essential functions, this position may be required to perform a combination of the following supportive functions, with the percentage of time performing each function to be solely determined by the supervisor based upon the particular requirements of the hotel.
Assist other positions in department as needed or as directed by immediate supervisor.
Greets and registers guests, provides prompt and courteous service, and closes out guest accounts upon completion of stay to meet Pyramid Hotel Groups' high standards of quality.
The Front Desk Agent will:
- Greet customers immediately with a friendly and sincere welcome. Use a positive and clear speaking voice, listen to understand requests, respond with appropriate action and provide accurate information such as outlet hours and local attractions.
- Complete the registration process by inputting and retrieving information with routine difficulty from a computer system, confirming pertinent information including number of guests and room rate. Promote Hotel's marketing programs. Make appropriate selection of rooms based on guest needs. Code electronic keys. Non-verbally confirm the room number and rate. Provide welcome folders containing room keys, certificates, coupons and refreshment center keys as appropriate. Requires continual standing and movement throughout front office area.
- Verify and imprint credit cards for authorization using electronic acceptance methods. Handle cash, make change and balance an assigned house bank. Accept and record vouchers, travellers checks, and other forms of payment. Convert foreign currency at current posted rates. Perform accurate, moderately complex arithmetic functions using a calculator. Post charges to guest rooms and house accounts using the computer.
- Promptly answer the telephone using positive and clear English communication. Input messages into the computer. Retrieve messages and communicate the content to the guest. Retrieve mail, small packages and facsimiles for customers as requested.
- Close guest accounts at time of check out and ascertain satisfaction. In the event of dissatisfaction, negotiate compromise, which may include authorizing revenue allowances.
- Remain calm and alert, especially during emergency and/or heavy hotel activity, and resolve complications such as location changes or credit issues.
- Field guest complaints, conducting through research to develop the most effective solutions and negotiate results. Listen and extend assistance in order to resolve problems such as price conflicts, insufficient heating or air conditioning, etc. Take ownership of guests challenges and follow through to ensure guest satisfaction. Remain calm and alert especially during emergency situations and heavy hotel activity. Plan and implement detailed steps by using experienced judgement and discretion.
Other:
Regular attendance in conformance with the standards, which may be established by Pyramid Hotel Groups from time to time, is essential to the successful performance of this position. Employees with irregular attendance will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.
Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality industry, employees may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the hotel.
Upon employment, all employees are required to fully comply with Pyramid Hotel Groups rules and regulations for the safe and efficient operation of hotel facilities. Employees who violate Hotel rules and regulations will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.
SUPPORTIVE FUNCTIONS:
In addition to performance of the essential functions, this position may be required to perform a combination of the following supportive functions, with the percentage of time performing each function to be solely determined by the supervisor based upon the particular requirements of the hotel.
- Summon bell-staff assistance to escort guests to their rooms as appropriate.
- Provide safety deposit boxes for guest by pulling the box from the vault and carrying it to the customer. File access slips in room order.
- Operate facsimile machine to send, receive, and log incoming transmissions. Notify guests of incoming faxes using the message function of the computer.
- Use the photocopier to make copies of items as required.
- File registration cards in room number order.
- Retrieve registration cards from the files for each check out.
- Other duties as assigned by the supervisor such as assisting PBX operators or reservations agents.
SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.
- Basic mathematical skills and considerable skill in the use of a calculator to prepare moderately complex mathematical calculations without error.
- Ability to effectively deal with internal and external customers, some of whom will require high levels of patience, tact and diplomacy to defuse anger, collect accurate information and resolve conflicts.
- Ability to stand and move throughout front office and continuously perform essential job functions.
- Ability to read, listen and communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to access and accurately input information using a moderately complex computer system.
- Hearing and visual ability to observe and detect signs of emergency situations.
- Experience with Galaxy systems is a plus but not required.
We are looking for a highly motivated Banquet Server to join our team! This individual will help to set up and prepare banquet room for banquet functions, serve and bus tables as well as clear and tear down banquet rooms at the end of the function.
If making meaningful connections, figuring out what it takes and stepping it up to win the day is what you do, and you love it, we want you! This is a tremendous opportunity for a driven person to grow and learn at a world-class property!
Your role:
- Set up for functions to include draping tables, setting silverware, folding napkins, preparing drinks and put out table centerpieces.
- Service to include picking up food from back hall, carrying trays to function location, serve food and clear the food from the tables.
- Break down to include bussing tables, putting away dirty linen and centerpieces, vacuuming.
- Responsibilities also include cleaning of back hall and organizing of storerooms.
- Set up for AM or PM break stations that include coffee, tea, snacks, beverages, etc.
- Assists as needed with event room setup according to meal period and table needs
- Performs food & beverage preparation duties such as preparing condiments, brewing coffee and ensuring workstations are stocked
- Serves food and beverages to guests Removes dishes, glasses, silverware or other items from tables/counter tops and takes them to the kitchen
- Cleans and sanitizes tables and/or counters & seats after guests are finished
- Explains how various menu items are prepared, cooking methods and ingredients
- Takes into consideration any special request and dietary issues made by the guest
- Provides general property information Offers warm and sincere welcome/farewell for all guests
- Interacts with staff in a professional manner, assisting other departments with necessary information
- Ensures final quality check on food and beverage items prior to serving guests
- Monitors assigned tables for customer satisfaction, quality and additional service
- Addresses any guest issue promptly and with high concern
- Provides assistance to other event and restaurant staff as needed
- Maintains constant awareness of safety issues, (i.e. broken glass, frayed electrical cords, leaks, broken locks and suspicious persons)
We are looking for someone passionate about the culinary arts to join our Culinary team. This individual must be creative, motivated, and passionate about growing their talents in the kitchen!
Successful candidates for this role will have previous experience working in a professional kitchen environment, with a strong desire to learn, to develop skills and work with the culinary leadership team to create menus which reflect seasonal availability and concept of the restaurant.
The Cooks assists the culinary leadership team in production and fabrication of food products for kitchen preparation, cafeteria, banquet cooking, dining room, and fine dining.
If you have a passion for the Culinary arts and are looking to join a team where you can develop your skills and grow a career, then we want you!
Your Role:
- You will develop your knowledge and skills in various cooking procedures and methods (grill, sauté and fry)
- You will have the opportunity to experience using knives and various kitchen equipment
- You will read and recreate recipes
- You will be consistent on all food preparation
- You will learn how to minimize food waste through cross utilization
- You will have the opportunity to work with a world class culinary team
- You will create workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment
- You will prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat)
- You will keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen
- You will ensure all food and other items are stored properly
- You will be responsible for the quality of ingredients
The cleanliness of a hotel is one of the main reasons that keep our guests returning to and recommending our hotels to friends and family. It goes without saying that hotel housekeepers have one of the most important roles that take place in a hotel daily.
We are looking for individuals with great attention to detail to join our Housekeeping team. The ideal candidate creates a memorable experience for our guests through their attention to detail and care they take in preparing and maintaining the guest rooms.
This role truly is the “Heart of the House” and provides key services for our guests to truly relax and enjoy their stay. A great housekeeping team can make a guest stay go from OK to Outstanding!
Experienced housekeepers who excel in their roles have the possibility of growing into supervisory or management positions such as Housekeeping Supervisors, or Managers and even Executive Housekeeper.
Are you ready to start a rewarding career, where you can Be the Difference in our guests stay and you can make a difference in your career, then look no further then Benchmark Hospitality.
Your Role:
- Engage with guests to ensure their stay is going well
- Work as a team to accomplish the goal of resort/hotel cleanliness
- Keep work cart orderly and properly stocked
- Proper utilization of equipment supplies and guest amenities
- Thorough cleanliness and sanitation of assigned guest areas
- Daily changing and inspection of linens and towels, following the standards set forth in the Green Program
- Practice safety standards and be aware of safety hazards, (i.e. broken glass, frayed electrical cords, leaks, broken locks, and suspicious persons) and properly reporting as found
- Respect for guests’ property should always be exercised
- Responsible care of equipment
- Reports to work on time and according to posted schedule, to maintain accurate time records and follows proper standards for issuance of rooms
- Remain alert, courteous, and helpful to the guests and co-workers always
- Perform other related duties as requested by Floor Supervisor
A Dishwasher, or Kitchen Helper, is responsible for cleaning dishes in a food service environment to ensure that the kitchen has a steady supply of clean plates, bowls, silverware, pots, pans and glasses. Their duties include prioritizing loads of different types of crockery and kitchenware, hand-washing dishes, loading the dishwasher and placing dishes to dry.
The cleanliness of a hotel is one of the main reasons that keep our guests returning to and recommending our hotels to friends and family. It goes without saying that hotel housekeepers have one of the most important roles that take place in a hotel daily.
We are looking for individuals with great attention to detail to join our Housekeeping team. The ideal candidate creates a memorable experience for our guests through their attention to detail and care they take in preparing and maintaining the guest rooms. This role truly is the “Heart of the House” and provides key services for our guests to truly relax and enjoy their stay. A great housekeeping team can make a guest stay go from OK to Outstanding!
Experienced housekeepers who excel in their roles have the possibility of growing into supervisory or management positions such as Housekeeping Supervisors, or Managers and even Executive Housekeeper.
Are you ready to start a rewarding career, where you can Be the Difference in our guests stay and you can make a difference in your career, then look no further then Benchmark Hospitality.
Your Role:
- Engage with guests to ensure their stay is going well
- Work as a team to accomplish the goal of resort/hotel cleanliness
- Keep work cart orderly and properly stocked
- Proper utilization of equipment supplies and guest amenities
- Thorough cleanliness and sanitation of assigned guest areas
- Daily changing and inspection of linens and towels, following the standards set forth in the Green Program
- Practice safety standards and be aware of safety hazards, (i.e. broken glass, frayed electrical cords, leaks, broken locks, and suspicious persons) and properly reporting as found
- Respect for guests’ property should always be exercised
- Responsible care of equipment
- Reports to work on time and according to posted schedule, to maintain accurate time records and follows proper standards for issuance of rooms
- Remain alert, courteous, and helpful to the guests and co-workers always
- Perform other related duties as requested by Floor Supervisor
We are looking for a highly motivated, customer focused Restaurant Server to join our team! Servers are the face of our restaurant and responsible for our customers’ experiences. Food server responsibilities include ensuring our tables are clean and tidy when guests arrive, presenting menus and serving food and beverages. This individual will need to be quick on your feet and have an engaging attitude.
If making meaningful connections, figuring out what it takes and stepping it up to win the day is what you do, and you love it, we want you! This is a tremendous opportunity for a driven person to grow and learn at a world-class property!
Your role:
- Prepare the restaurant pre-shift for the service ahead
- Greet guests as they arrive or move about the restaurant
- Guide guests on their culinary journey through descriptive selling of the menu
- Be accurate in your order taking, confirming all special requests
- Be the master of the menu, understanding the details to enhance the conversation
- Work collaboratively with other restaurant servers and kitchen/bar staff
- Assist guests who have concerns to guide them to a resolution that leaves them happy
- Finalize the experience through timely and accurate bill presentation