Highgate Jobs (36)

Breakfast Attendant

Highgate San Antonio, TX
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Overview

The Breakfast Attendant is responsible for providing exceptional service to guests efficiently and courteously within the complimentary breakfast area of a hotel.

The start time is early as 4 : 30 am.

Responsibilities

  • Must know how to cook.
  • Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive friendly courteous and service oriented manner.
  • Maintain a high standard of personal appearance and grooming which includes wearing the proper uniform and name tag when working
  • Greet and seat guests at appropriate tables in a timely manner
  • Clear clean and reset tables / hotel spaces per client request or management instruction
  • Ensure all service areas are stocked organized clean and neat and all side work is complete each shift
  • Accommodate any special requests made by a guest and offer appropriate alternatives when necessary
  • Communicate with all departments regarding in house VIPs
  • Support all areas of the beverage and food service as necessary including washing dishes by hand and / or placing them in a dishwashing machine restocking dishes glassware utensils pots and pans or other necessary equipment sweeping and mopping floors washing work tables walls refrigerators and meat blocks moving trash and garbage to designated areas
  • Perform opening and closing procedures and side work duties according to station rotation assignment
  • Answer questions about the hotel the hotel-brand standards guest expectations the unique characteristics of the hotel local area attractions and things to do
  • Perform any other duties or attend meetings as requested by management

Qualifications

  • Ability to perform job function with attention to detail speed and accuracy
  • High School diploma or equivalent and / or experience in a hotel or a related field preferred
  • Must be willing and have the ability to work a varied schedule that will include weekends and holidays
  • Must be able to obtain and provide Food Handlers card as required by city / county / state
  • Ability to handle stressful situations in a calm professional manner
  • Understanding of hotel products and guest services
  • Ability to communicate professionally when answering phones and speaking with guests and team members
  • Demonstrates a positive attitude and a desire to be of service to others
  • Possess a basic knowledge of food and beverage preparation service standards, guest relations and etiquette
  • Ability to perform numerical operations using basic counting adding subtracting multiplying and dividing
  • Ability to read comprehend and write simple instructions and / or short correspondence and memos
  • Ability to effectively deal with customers and staff while executing high levels of patience tact and diplomacy
  • Willingness to learn new tasks and information provide back-up and support to other team members and respond to guests and co-workers in a positive and optimistic manner
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Front Desk Agent

Highgate New York, NY
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Overview

The Front Office Agent is responsible for providing attentive, courteous and efficient service to all guests during check-in, throughout their stay, and at checkout, while maximizing room revenue and occupancy.

Responsibilities

  • Answer inquires from guests regarding restaurants, transportation, entertainment, etc.
  • Follow all cash handling and credit policies.
  • Be aware of all rates, packages and special promotions as listed in the Red Book.
  • Be familiar with all in-house groups.
  • Be aware of closed out and restricted dates.
  • Obtain all necessary information when taking room reservations and follow the rate-quoting scenario.
  • Be familiar with hospitality terminology.
  • Have knowledge of emergency procedures and assist as needed.
  • Handle check-ins and checkouts in a friendly, efficient and courteous manner.
  • Use proper two-way radio etiquette at all times when communicating with other employees.
  • Fully comprehend and be able to operate all relevant aspects of the Front Desk computer system.
  • Be able to perform and complete all tasks and duties on the shift checklist in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Be able to complete a bucket check, room rate verification report, and housekeeping report.
  • Balance and prepare individual paperwork for closing of shift according to hotel standards.
  • Maintain and market promotions and guest programs.
  • Maintain a clean work area.
  • Assist guests with safe deposit boxes.

Qualifications

  • College course work in related field helpful.
  • Experience in a hotel or a related field preferred.
  • High School diploma or equivalent required.
  • Computer experience required.
  • Customer Services experience preferred.
  • Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times.
  • Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all level of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner.
  • Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying concerns raised by employees and guests.
  • Must be able to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines.
  • Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented manner.
  • Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Highgate Hotel Standards, as required by scheduling, which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.
  • Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which includes wearing the proper uniform and nametag.
  • Comply with Highgate Hotel Standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.
  • Maximize efforts towards productivity, identify problem areas and assist in implementing solutions.
  • Must be effective in handling problems, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary.
  • Must be able to understand and apply complex information, data, etc. from various sources to meet appropriate objectives.
  • Must be able to cross-train in other hotel related areas.
  • Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information.
  • Must be able to show initiative, including anticipating guest or operational needs.
  • Perform other duties as requested by management.

Salary Range : $20 - $25 per hour

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General Manager - Luxury Hotel

Highgate Dallas, TX
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Overview

Due to growth, Highgate is looking for a Luxury Hotel General Manager in the DFW market. The Luxury Hotel General Manager will be responsible for continually focusing on achieving hotel profitability through revenue generation, cost control, guest satisfaction and developing employees, while maintaining the integrity of the hotel.

Responsibilities

  • Tour the operating departments daily, making adjustments as needed via department heads.
  • Conduct weekly staff meetings, including weekly training sessions presented by managers and self using the steps to effective training according to Highgate Hotel standards, and the review of previous and future sales and operations efforts.
  • Meet all financial review dates and corporate directed programs in a timely fashion.
  • Hold a monthly financial review with all department managers, M.I.D.'s and available supervisors.
  • Ensure that all department heads maintain budgeted productivity levels and Highgate Hotel standard checkbook accounting procedures.
  • Develop managers for future advancement through competency training and corporate sponsored training programs.
  • In conjunction with the Director of Sales, conduct a daily HHBR meeting focusing on the number of prospecting and existing account calls each person will make and the potential business results of these calls.
  • Play a pivotal role in hotel sales efforts, including calling on top ten accounts, meeting clients, hosting luncheons and receptions, and meeting with on-site contacts on a daily, weekly and monthly basis.
  • Participate in required M.O.D. coverage as scheduled.
  • Maintain direct contact with and monitor the development of management trainees.
  • Adhere to all Highgate Hotel policies and procedures and train new managers to ensure compliance.
  • Oversee and assist in the Highgate Hotel budget process as required.
  • Ensure that training in service standards is taking place in each department using the steps to effective training according to Highgate Hotel standards, including compliance in all departments to Highgate Hotel Garden Standard of the Week training.
  • Assist in creating a positive team-oriented environment which focuses on the guest, through employee development and motivation.
  • Inspect rooms regularly (weekly at a minimum) with both the Housekeeping Manager and Property Engineer.
  • Ensure complete processing of invoices daily by using the A / P process.
  • Ensure that all appropriate information for financial documents is received by the Corporate Office monthly, in compliance with the monthly accounting calendar.
  • Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of the physical property through inspections and preventive maintenance programs with department managers.
  • Ensure that employees are at all times attentive, friendly, courteous and efficient in their interactions with guests, managers and all other employees.
  • Forecast monthly the hotel's financial position, by estimating revenues and line-by-line expenses. Analyze previous and projected data to generate an accurate reforecast.
  • Prepare and conduct all management interviews and follow hiring procedures according to Highgate Hotel S.O.P.'s. Ensure that all managers are in compliance with the standards in their interviewing and hiring procedures for departmental staff.
  • Interview all prospective final candidates for any vacant management position within the hotel prior to any offer being extended.
  • Perform all Executive Committee members performance appraisals according to Highgate Hotel S.O.P.’s, and ensure that managers are in compliance with the standards in their administration of performance appraisals to their staff.
  • Motivate, coach, counsel and discipline all management personnel according to Highgate Hotel S.O.P.'s and ensure that managers are in compliance with the standards in their administration of counseling and disciplinary steps.
  • Perform any other duties as requested by the Vice President or Regional Director of Operations.
  • Ensure that all employees receive fair and equitable treatment according to Highgate Hotel S.O.P.'s.
  • Meet clients on the property, including meeting contacts and potential clients touring the property, to assist in the sales effort.
  • Be in the public areas during peak times, greeting guests and offering assistance as needed.
  • Ensure procedures for handling of the hotel safe specifically with regard to security and monthly safe audits are followed and occur.
  • Ensure monthly credit meetings are conducted and take an active role in the hotel credit and collection policies.
  • Complete required corporate training modules, and become certified to train those as required.
  • Ensure that all scheduled meetings take place on the property.

Qualifications

At least 6 years progressive experience in a hotel or a related field; or a 4-year college degree and at least 4 to 5 years of related experience;

or a 2-year college degree and at least 5 to 6 years of related experience.

  • Shoud have 5+ years of luxury hotel management experience to be considered for this role
  • Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times.
  • Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all level of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner.
  • Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying concerns raised by employees and guests.
  • Must be able to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines.
  • Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented manner.
  • Attend all hotel required meetings and trainings.
  • Participate in M.O.D. coverage as required.
  • Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Highgate Hotel Standards, as required by scheduling, which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.
  • Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which include wearing nametags.
  • Comply with Highgate Hotel Standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.
  • Must be effective in handling problems, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary.
  • Must be able to understand and evaluate complex information, data, etc. from various sources to meet appropriate objectives.
  • Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information.
  • Perform other duties as requested by management.
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Server

Highgate Portland, OR
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Server

Highgate at Vancouver

Vancouver, WA

LOVE YOUR WORK. JOIN OURTEAM.

A community, not a facility. As thought leaders in the industry, we take a positive,holistic approach to senior care and encourage independence, as people arehappiest when they can make their own choices.

We provide opportunities forphysical activity, social engagement, intellectual stimulation, spiritualinvolvement, and fun.

We treat our residents and our team members like family. This opportunity will allow you to positivelyimpact the quality of life for over seniors and their families.

SERVER

Doyou enjoy a work environment that is engaging and lively? Being around otherpeople and interacting with them? If so, maybe this is an opportunity for you.

Weare looking for the right person to assist our culinary team with thepresentation of our nutritious and delicious culinary program for our residents.

We specialize in assisted living and memorycare. Highgate Senior Living's mission is to devote ourselves to help eachresident live a life of purpose and each of us plays a crucial role in doingso.

We operate communities in the western US and are seeking the right Server to join our team. Come help us createan environment that promotes a sense of well-being and the feeling of truecommunity in a gracious, homelike setting.

This position maybe fulltime or parttime and includes working directly with our culinary teamand residents to deliver beautifully presented, fresh and temperatureappropriate meals.

Because we are aseniors housing setting that cares for vulnerable adults, this position isnot eligible to receive tips, gifts, or gratuities from our residents.

You also can build long lasting relationshipswith your customers and have the chance to learn from those who have livedlong, meaningful lives and have fantastic stories and life experience to share.

The successful candidate will be motivated by service, an organized anddetail-oriented individual with a positive and self-motivated attitude.

Youmust have good communication skills and be willing to work hard. This can be a great opportunity for thoseindividuals that have a passion for food or the hospitality industry and arelooking for a new industry with an exciting career path.

If you want to become a chef or hospitalitymanager or want to grow your career in seniors housing, this is a great optionfor you.

Our industry needs heartdriven, passionate professionals that enjoy working in service to others while gainingthe skills and knowledge necessary for a long term, deeply satisfyingprofession.

We support internalpromotions for our team members. We alsoevaluate a person’s unique skill sets and recognize different levels ofprofessional experience when considering candidates for the role.

SKILLS NEEDED :

  • Confidence to engage with seniors, individuallyand in small groups
  • Basic culinary skills andcomfortability being in the kitchen
  • Safety awareness in work habits
  • Ability to operate different types ofkitchen equipment
  • Calm demeanor in times of pressure
  • Comfortability to interact withresidents that have varying levels of physical and cognitive abilities
  • Able to take direction and coachingfrom others
  • Team player with ability to developstrong working relationships along with customer service focus
  • Ability to adapt / respond quickly tothe needs and preferences of our residents
  • An understanding or the willingness togain an understanding of the various forms of dementia and how to helpresidents with dementia still live with purpose

RELATABLE EXPERIENCE :

  • Experiences where you have worked in a culinary environment
  • Past roles in which you have been taskedwith providing excellent customer service
  • Jobs you’ve had that include workingwith seniors or other vulnerable populations
  • Previous service-based positions inhealthcare, hospitality, or hotels
  • Prior volunteer work or other work withvulnerable groups of people
  • Jobs that included completing tasklists

QUALIFICATIONS

1- At least years of age

2- Experience in the kitchen

3- Current negative TB test

4- Willingness to learn how to work in ahealthcare / assisted living environment

5- Ability to pass criminalrecord / background check

6- Good time management skills

7- Must be able to work wellindependently with little oversight

As an organization we offer our team members agood benefits package, the ability to be heard, have their opinions count andthe opportunity to innovate.

Ourcompensation package will be flexible for this role based on the credentialing,tenure and skill sets each candidate brings for consideration.

The starting hourly wage range for thisposition is $. to . per hour. Prior experience in culinary ispreferred. A passion for your work and acommitment to serving others are essential job qualifications.

This is an opportunity to work in a boomingindustry that is constantly evolving and is making a positive impact for seniorsevery day.

We are a healthcare company and being vaccinated against COVID- ispreferred. If you want to learn moreabout this opportunity, please reach out to connect with us.

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Breakfast Attendant

Highgate Philadelphia, PA
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Overview

The Breakfast Attendant is responsible for providing exceptional service to guests in an efficient and courteous manner within the complimentary breakfast area of a hotel.

Responsibilities

  • Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive friendly courteous and service oriented manner.
  • Maintain a high standard of personal appearance and grooming which includes wearing the proper uniform and name tag when working
  • Greet and seat guests at appropriate tables in a timely manner
  • Ensure quality control of menus with regard to cleanliness and appearance
  • Clear clean and reset tables / hotel spaces per client request or management instruction
  • Ensure all service areas are stocked organized clean and neat and all side work is complete each shift
  • Accommodate any special requests made by a guest and offer appropriate alternatives when necessary
  • Communicate with all departments regarding in house VIPs
  • Support all areas of the beverage and food service as necessary including washing dishes by hand and / or placing them in a dishwashing machine restocking dishes glassware utensils pots and pans or other necessary equipment sweeping and mopping floors washing work tables walls refrigerators and meat blocks moving trash and garbage to designated areas
  • Have a complete knowledge of standards of service for receiving a room service order
  • Have a thorough knowledge of menus and current specials in all applicable departments
  • Carry out cashiering functions in closing checks and end of shift paperwork
  • Perform opening and closing procedures and side work duties according to station rotation assignment
  • Answer questions about the hotel the hotel-brand standards guest expectations the unique characteristics of the hotel local area attractions and things to do
  • Perform any other duties or attend meetings as requested by management
  • Produce high quality drinks including but not limited to specialty coffee and tea drinks specialty cocktails and beverage requests as required by hotel

Qualifications

  • Ability to perform job function with attention to detail speed and accuracy
  • High School diploma or equivalent and / or experience in a hotel or a related field preferred
  • Must be willing and have the ability to work a varied schedule that may include evenings nights weekends and holidays
  • Must meet the legal age to serve alcoholic beverages and satisfactorily pass responsible serving course such as TIPs as required by property
  • Must be able to obtain and provide Food Handlers card as required by city / county / state
  • Must be able to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately
  • Ability to handle stressful situations in a calm professional manner
  • Understanding of hotel products and guest services
  • Ability to communicate professionally when answering phones and speaking with guests and team members
  • Demonstrates a positive attitude and a desire to be of service to others
  • Possess a basic knowledge of food and beverage preparation service standards, guest relations and etiquette
  • Ability to perform numerical operations using basic counting adding subtracting multiplying and dividing
  • Ability to read comprehend and write simple instructions and / or short correspondence and memos
  • Ability to effectively deal with customers and staff while executing high levels of patience tact and diplomacy
  • Willingness to learn new tasks and information provide back-up and support to other team members and respond to guests and co-workers in a positive and optimistic manner
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Bartender

Highgate Orlando, FL
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Compensation Type

Hourly

Highgate Hotels

Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company widely recognized as an innovator in the industry.

Highgate is the dominant player in major U.S. gateway cities including New York, Boston, Miami, San Francisco and Honolulu, with a growing Caribbean and Latin America footprint.

The hospitality forward company provides expert guidance through all stages of the property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition.

Highgate has a proven record of developing its diverse portfolio of bespoke lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels and resorts with contemporary programming and digital acumen.

The company utilizes industry-leading revenue management tools that efficiently identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive outperformance and maximize asset value.

With an executive team consisting of some of the most experienced hotel management leaders, the company is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands.

Highgate maintains corporate offices in New York, Chicago, Dallas, London, Miami, and Seattle. www.highgate.com.

Location

Tru by Hilton Orlando Convention Center

Responsibilities

  • Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times.
  • Employees must at all times be attentive, friendly, helpful, and courteous to all guests, managers and fellow employees.
  • Set up the bar according to hotel standards and ensure that guests are served promptly and efficiently.
  • Prepare beverages and cocktails according to the hotel’s mixing and presentation standards.
  • Serve guests with all beverage requirements in a friendly, courteous and professional manner.
  • Break down bar after the completion of functions, storing liquor, supplies and equipment according to the hotel’s standards.
  • Follow all state liquor laws.
  • Know hotel services and facilities.
  • Abide by all hotel policies and safety rules.
  • Follow prescribed procedures in serving liquor with care to avoid problems with intoxicated guests.
  • Respond to guests’ problems, complaints and accidents.
  • Be familiar with all fire exit locations and fire extinguisher locations and know how to operate.
  • Ensure that the bar and service areas are kept clean and tidy during service.
  • Ensure overall guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

  • High School diploma or equivalent and / or experience in hotel or a related field preferred.
  • Flexible and long hours sometimes required.
  • Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and / or 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
  • Ability to stand during entire shift.
  • Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all level of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner.
  • Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying concerns raised by employees and guests.
  • Must be able to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines.
  • Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented manner.
  • Attend all hotel required meetings and trainings.
  • Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Highgate Hotel Standards, as required by scheduling, which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.
  • Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which includes wearing the proper uniform and nametag.
  • Comply with Highgate Hotel Standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.
  • Maximize efforts towards productivity, identify problem areas and assist in implementing solutions.
  • Must be effective in handling problems, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary.
  • Must be able to understand and apply complex information, data, etc. from various sources to meet appropriate objectives.
  • Must be able to cross-train in other hotel related areas.
  • Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information.
  • Must be able to show initiative, including anticipating guest or operational needs.
  • Perform other duties as requested by management.
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Bartender

Highgate Tulsa, OK
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Compensation Type

Hourly

Highgate Hotels

Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company widely recognized as an innovator in the industry.

Highgate is the dominant player in major U.S. gateway cities including New York, Boston, Miami, San Francisco and Honolulu, with a growing Caribbean and Latin America footprint.

The hospitality forward company provides expert guidance through all stages of the property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition.

Highgate has a proven record of developing its diverse portfolio of bespoke lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels and resorts with contemporary programming and digital acumen.

The company utilizes industry-leading revenue management tools that efficiently identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive outperformance and maximize asset value.

With an executive team consisting of some of the most experienced hotel management leaders, the company is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands.

Highgate maintains corporate offices in New York, Chicago, Dallas, London, Miami, and Seattle. www.highgate.com.

Location

Hilton Garden Inn Tulsa

8202 South 100th East AveTulsa, OK 74133

Responsibilities

  • Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times.
  • Employees must at all times be attentive, friendly, helpful, and courteous to all guests, managers and fellow employees.
  • Set up the bar according to hotel standards and ensure that guests are served promptly and efficiently.
  • Prepare beverages and cocktails according to the hotel’s mixing and presentation standards.
  • Serve guests with all beverage requirements in a friendly, courteous and professional manner.
  • Break down bar after the completion of functions, storing liquor, supplies and equipment according to the hotel’s standards.
  • Follow all state liquor laws.
  • Know hotel services and facilities.
  • Abide by all hotel policies and safety rules.
  • Follow prescribed procedures in serving liquor with care to avoid problems with intoxicated guests.
  • Respond to guests’ problems, complaints and accidents.
  • Be familiar with all fire exit locations and fire extinguisher locations and know how to operate.
  • Ensure that the bar and service areas are kept clean and tidy during service.
  • Ensure overall guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

  • High School diploma or equivalent and / or experience in hotel or a related field preferred.
  • Flexible and long hours sometimes required.
  • Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and / or 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
  • Ability to stand during entire shift.
  • Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all level of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner.
  • Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying concerns raised by employees and guests.
  • Must be able to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines.
  • Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented manner.
  • Attend all hotel required meetings and trainings.
  • Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which includes wearing the proper uniform and nametag.
  • Comply with Highgate Hotel Standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.
  • Maximize efforts towards productivity, identify problem areas and assist in implementing solutions.
  • Must be effective in handling problems, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary.
  • Must be able to understand and apply complex information, data, etc. from various sources to meet appropriate objectives.
  • Must be able to cross-train in other hotel related areas.
  • Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information.
  • Must be able to show initiative, including anticipating guest or operational needs.
  • Perform other duties as requested by management.
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Executive Chef

Highgate Los Angeles, CA
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Overview

The Executive Chef is responsible for coordinating, supervising and directing all aspects of the hotel’s food production, while maintaining profitable F&B operations and high quality products and service levels.

He / she is expected to provide training for all staff, meet corporate quality standards, establish and enforce food specifications, portion control, recipes and sanitation.

The Executive Chef is also responsible for controlling food and labor costs while maximizing guest satisfaction.

Responsibilities

  • Work with other F&B managers and keep them informed of F&B issues as they arise.
  • Keep immediate supervisor fully informed of all problems or matters requiring his / her attention.
  • Coordinate and monitor all phases of Loss Prevention in kitchen areas.
  • Prepare and submit required reports in a timely manner.
  • Monitor quality of all food product and presentation.
  • Ensure preparation of required reports, including (but not limited to) Wage Progress, payroll, revenue, employee Schedules, quarterly actions plans.
  • Oversee all aspects of the daily operation of the kitchen and food production areas.
  • Respond to guest complaints in a timely manner.
  • Ensure compliance with SOP’s in all outlets.
  • Ensure compliance with requisition procedures.
  • Conduct staff performance reviews in accordance with Highgate Hotel standards.
  • Understand, implement and monitor corporate promotions in outlets, including buffet and three-meal concept standards.
  • Know and enforce all local health department sanitation laws.
  • Work with the Director of F&B to create and implement menus.
  • Design and implement employee cafeteria rotating menu and oversee cafeteria operations.
  • Coordinate, supervise and direct the Stewarding Department.
  • Compute daily food cost.
  • Develop proper training and direction of departmental assistants in compliance with company standards of quality, specifications, portion control, recipes, employee relations, sanitation, etc.
  • Understand daily forecasts and customer counts.
  • Coordinate all par stock levels.
  • Assess food portion size, visual appeal, taste and temperature of items served.
  • Direct and train all chefs to ensure adequate operation in all outlets.
  • Create menus for prospective clients.
  • Review and approve weekly payroll.
  • Check food purchases for proper ordering, quality and price structure.
  • Oversee daily activities such as preparation for all food items, receiving daily inventories, log-on report and food cost report.
  • Communicate to Engineering any physical maintenance problems.
  • Assist catering sales on all special menus and price structures.
  • Participate in required M.O.D. program as scheduled.

Qualifications

  • A 2-year, 3-year or 4-year culinary degree and at least 5 years of progressive experience in a hotel or a related field.
  • Previous supervisor responsibility is required.
  • Must have knowledge of F&B preparation techniques, health department rules and regulations, liquor laws and regulations.
  • Long hours sometimes required.
  • Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and / or 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
  • Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times.
  • Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all level of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner.
  • Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying concerns raised by employees and guests.
  • Must be able to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines.
  • Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented manner.
  • Attend all hotel required meetings and trainings.
  • Participate in M.O.D. coverage as required.
  • Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Highgate Hotel Standards, as required by scheduling, which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.
  • Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which include wearing nametags.
  • Comply with Highgate Hotel Standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.
  • Maximize efforts towards productivity, identify problem areas and assist in implementing solutions.
  • Must be effective in handling problems, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary.
  • Must be able to understand and evaluate complex information, data, etc. from various sources to meet appropriate objectives.
  • Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information.
  • Perform other duties as requested by management.
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Breakfast Attendant

Highgate Oklahoma City, OK
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Overview

The Breakfast Attendant is responsible for providing exceptional service to guests in an efficient and courteous manner within the complimentary breakfast area of a hotel.

Responsibilities

  • Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive friendly courteous and service oriented manner.
  • Maintain a high standard of personal appearance and grooming which includes wearing the proper uniform and name tag when working
  • Greet and seat guests at appropriate tables in a timely manner
  • Ensure quality control of menus with regard to cleanliness and appearance
  • Clear clean and reset tables / hotel spaces per client request or management instruction
  • Ensure all service areas are stocked organized clean and neat and all side work is complete each shift
  • Accommodate any special requests made by a guest and offer appropriate alternatives when necessary
  • Communicate with all departments regarding in house VIPs
  • Support all areas of the beverage and food service as necessary including washing dishes by hand and / or placing them in a dishwashing machine restocking dishes glassware utensils pots and pans or other necessary equipment sweeping and mopping floors washing work tables walls refrigerators and meat blocks moving trash and garbage to designated areas
  • Have a complete knowledge of standards of service for receiving a room service order
  • Have a thorough knowledge of menus and current specials in all applicable departments
  • Carry out cashiering functions in closing checks and end of shift paperwork
  • Perform opening and closing procedures and side work duties according to station rotation assignment
  • Answer questions about the hotel the hotel-brand standards guest expectations the unique characteristics of the hotel local area attractions and things to do
  • Perform any other duties or attend meetings as requested by management
  • Produce high quality drinks including but not limited to specialty coffee and tea drinks specialty cocktails and beverage requests as required by hotel

Qualifications

  • Ability to perform job function with attention to detail speed and accuracy
  • High School diploma or equivalent and / or experience in a hotel or a related field preferred
  • Must be willing and have the ability to work a varied schedule that may include evenings nights weekends and holidays
  • Must meet the legal age to serve alcoholic beverages and satisfactorily pass responsible serving course such as TIPs as required by property
  • Must be able to obtain and provide Food Handlers card as required by city / county / state
  • Must be able to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately
  • Ability to handle stressful situations in a calm professional manner
  • Understanding of hotel products and guest services
  • Ability to communicate professionally when answering phones and speaking with guests and team members
  • Demonstrates a positive attitude and a desire to be of service to others
  • Possess a basic knowledge of food and beverage preparation service standards, guest relations and etiquette
  • Ability to perform numerical operations using basic counting adding subtracting multiplying and dividing
  • Ability to read comprehend and write simple instructions and / or short correspondence and memos
  • Ability to effectively deal with customers and staff while executing high levels of patience tact and diplomacy
  • Willingness to learn new tasks and information provide back-up and support to other team members and respond to guests and co-workers in a positive and optimistic manner
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Staff Accountant

Highgate New York, NY
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Overview

  • The Staff Accountant is responsible for assisting the Director of Finance and Assistant Director of Finance in maintaining accurate and timely financial resporting;
  • ensuring acceptable levels of internal control; ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations and Highgate Hotels Standard Operating Procedures;

and safeguarding owners / investors assets. For this role, the emphais is placed on the management of Payroll, Income Audit and Accounts Receivable processing and collections

Responsibilities

  • Monitor, prepare, and communicate financial reports in accordance with Highgate Hotels required due dates.
  • Income Audit including entering information into the BiPortal on a daily basis.
  • Utilize and maintain time and attendance system and process, daily, weekly, and bi-weekly payroll and related information to include verifying payroll information, recording earnings / deductions., etc.
  • Prepare and input all required payroll journal entries.
  • Maintain responsibility for the daily Accounts Receivable credit, billing, and collection process.
  • Monitor payment requirements on groups or functions and process deposits.
  • Approve or decline credit requests.
  • Complete collection calls on each appropriate outstanding accounts and maintain collection files on each outstanding issue.
  • Review and approve the City Ledger transfers daily and communicate to supervisor any deviation from established Accounting policies and procedures.
  • Handle customer inquries in a professional and timely manner, provide customers with accurate invoices, statements, and schedules.
  • Process returned checks and credit card chargebacks.
  • Conduct monthly credit meetings and maintain minutes (including returned checks / chargeback logs, credit trace reports, write-off, bad debt allowances, etc.)
  • Partner with the Sales and Events Team by establishing customer credit, including but no limited to application processing, reference checks, credit limitation, direct billing list, and deposit requirements.
  • Maintain an efficient collection process to include organized filing and tracing system, issuing letter, monitoring returned checks and charge backs, performing collection calls and preparing bad debt write-offs.
  • Update daily revenue reports both for internal distribution and corporate distribution.
  • Monitor guest ledger, advance deposit ledger and any other related ledgers to ensure proper internal control.
  • Keep management aware of any unusual operation or financial occurances and / or significant deviations.
  • Reconcile invoices against ledgers or schedules to ensure accuracy of invoicing.
  • Assist in the monthly close process by posting journal entries that are related to daily / monthly responsibilities.
  • Ensure overall guest satisfaction by attentive listening and then immediately resolving guest issues or elevatiung to the Director of Finance or General Manager.
  • Cross-Train in other areas within the Accounting Department including accounts payable.
  • Ability to identify root causes of issues that may affect staff or guests and provide actionable and measurable solutions to improve efficiency, overall work environment, and / or guest experience

Qualifications

  • College courses in an associated or related field and / or related experience in an Hotel or Hospitality environment
  • Must be proficient in Windows, Microsoft Office (Intermediate Excel and Basic Word)
  • Accounts Receivable and Payroll experience is preferred
  • Hotel PMS Opera is preferred
  • Flexible and long hours sometimes required, especially during the last and first few days of the month
  • Sedentary work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and / or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
  • Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times.
  • Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all level of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner.
  • Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying concerns raised by employees and guests.
  • Must be able to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines.
  • Approach all encounters with guests and employees in a professional, attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented manner.
  • Attend all hotel required meeting and trainings.
  • Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Highgate Hotels Standards, as required by scheduling, which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.
  • Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming.
  • Comply with Highgate Hotels Standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.
  • Maximize efforts towards productivity, identify problem areas and assist in implementing solutions.
  • Must be effective in handling problems, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary.
  • Must be able to understand complex information, data, etc. from various sources to meet appropriate objectives.
  • Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information.
  • Must be able to show initiative, including anticipating guests or operational needs.
  • Perform other duties as requested by managment.

Compensation Range : $29.00 per hour

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Host

Highgate New York, NY
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Overview

The Host person is responsible for ensuring the prompt recognition and seating of all guests in outlets as assigned and assists the servers in providing attentive, courteous and efficient service to guests throughout their dining experience.

He / she is also responsible for assisting the cashier in the collection of payment for all guest transactions.

Responsibilities

  • Greet and seat guests at appropriate tables in a timely manner.
  • Be attentive of guests’ needs assist in providing a pleasant dining experience.
  • Assist cashier in collection of money or credit cards from guests and servers as needed.
  • Know how to prepare cashier report at the end of the shift.
  • Pay out servers’ and service attendants’ tips if appropriate.
  • Know how to properly take reservations for outlets.
  • Ensure quality control of menus with regard to cleanliness and appearance.
  • Perform opening and closing duties according to established sidework checklist.
  • Have a complete knowledge of standards of service for receiving a room service order.
  • Have a thorough knowledge of menus and current specials in all applicable departments.
  • Assist servers and cashiers in the servicing of guests as needed.
  • Know and understand the state liquor laws.
  • Ensure overall guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

  • High School diploma and / or experience in a hotel or a related field preferred.
  • Flexible and long hours sometimes required.
  • Light work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and / or 10 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
  • Ability to stand during entire shift.
  • Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all level of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner.
  • Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented manner.
  • Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Highgate Hotel Standards, as required by scheduling, which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.
  • Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which includes wearing the proper uniform and nametag.
  • Comply with Highgate Hotel Standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.
  • Maximize efforts towards productivity, identify problem areas and assist in implementing solutions.
  • Must be effective in handling problems, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary.
  • Must be able to show initiative, including anticipating guest or operational needs.
  • Perform other duties as requested by management.
  • Maintain a friendly and warm demeanor at all times.

Hourly Rate : $15 - $20 per hour

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Hotel Maintenance Engineer

Highgate Nashville, TN
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Overview

WHERE YOU WORK

The Joseph Nashville, a Luxury Collection Hotel re-imagines the hotel experience. The hotel's modern expression is informed by the city's diverse maker-culture and is as focused on integrating the work of Nashville's artisans, chefs and craftsmen as it is that of its musicians.

The Joseph's art program - incorporating both the local works of Tennessee artists and works from one of the world's most renowned art collections - deepens the hotel's offering and roots it firmly in Nashville for guests and visitors alike.

Featuring 297 thoughtfully designed rooms and suites, as well as 18,000 square feet of event and meeting space, The Joseph will exceed the expectations of varied guests.

In addition to impeccable service, The Joseph offers countless chances to enjoy unique and memorable experiences. From the front door to the rooftop, The Joseph is full of opportunities to encounter the unexpected.

WHY YOU’RE HERE

Why do you do what you do? Passion. Pride. Life. You are passionate about making that difference. Making the difference for every guest that walks through the doors of the hotel and doing everything you can to ensure each of our guests has a memorable experience.

You are here because the life you want is about providing exceptional service and helping create / curate elevated guest experiences, and that is exactly what we do.

Availability Requirements

Full-time, 2nd or 3rd shift.

Benefits

  • Medical / Dental / Vision
  • 401K
  • Paid Time Off
  • Free Meals during work
  • Discounted room benefits
  • Free parking

Responsibilities

WHAT YOU DO

You begin each day by greeting guests as you walk through the hotel looking for anything that needs attention or is out of place.

Using your knowledge, skills, and eye for detail, you will complete preventative maintenance tasks in vacant guest rooms and public spaces.

You are quick to help guests resolve any issue that may arise during their stay. Daily rounds, checklists, preventative maintenance program, and maintaining the hotel equipment are all part of the day to day.

Qualifications

WHO YOU ARE

You are a passionate and detail orientated person who takes great pride in maintaining facilities to ensure our guests have a seamless experience.

You thrive in a fast-paced work environment with new and exciting challenges every day and are able to adapt to rapid changes in priorities.

You bring a wide variety of knowledge and skills to the team, yet you are eager to learn new things. You are an important piece of the puzzle that keeps guests returning for another visit.

You have two to three years general maintenance experience, preferably in a hotel environment. You have solid skills in at least one of the following areas HVAC, electrical, painting & wallpaper, refrigeration, or kitchen equipment.

You are able to work on your feet for the majority of an eight-hour shift and can safely lift up to 50 lbs.

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