CAREER ALUMNI OPPORTUNITIES

ALUMNI OPPORTUNITIES

Check here for great opportunities where you can
use your past work experience.

American Food & Vending Corporation Avalon Bay Company Bartech Systems Inc.
Benchmark Hospitality Bentel Corporation, LLC
CB Richard Ellis City Tavern Club
Cooper Companies Creative Hospitality Concepts Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream
Eastdil Secured Executive Search International Florida Culinary Institute
Grassmere Inn Hilton Hotel Corporation Hospitality Talent Scouts
(HCI) Hotel Appraisal/ Consulting International The KOR Group of Hotels Ocean Reef Club
Pinnacle Advisory Steritech Group, Inc. Turnberry Associates
Visitor Industry Council (VIC) Westmont Hospitality  

International CHRIE Posts Form For Student and Alumni Data Base

A form has just been posted on the International CHRIE Web site that when completed, will provide information about students and alumni of hospitality and tourism programs to hospitality and tourism recruiters worldwide.  There is no cost to students and alumni to enter data requested on the form, nor is there a cost to corporate partners of CHRIE to use the data.  Web site address is http://www.chrie.org


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Company: AMERICAN FOOD & VENDING CORPORATION
headquartered in SYRACUSE, NY

DIRECTOR
American Food & Vending Corporation, headquartered in SYRACUSE, NY, is one of the fastest growing national providers of restaurant management, catering and vending services to corporate clients including many leading Fortune 500 companies. American seeks a DIRECTOR OF HYGIENE & SANITATION to provide direction to the company on all sanitation and hygiene issues. This Corporate Level Management Position, reporting to the C.O.O., requires an aggressive, creative and analytical team player that possess’ a combination of education and experience related to the position and the food service industry. A bachelor's degree in Hotel/Restaurant Management, Culinary Arts or Food Sciences is preferred. Specific tasks include, but are not limited to, development and writing of all sanitation/hygiene policies/procedures; conduct audits/inspections to ensure implementation of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point System (HACCP); locate and/or develop training materials to support mission; and provide training to employees at all levels of organization as needed to ensure implementation and compliance. American Food & Vending offers a superior salary and benefits package for individual producing superior results. This position will be based out of Syracuse, NY (Location negotiable if located in one of our major markets) and requires extensive travel to our food service locations throughout the East and Mid-West. Resumes must be submitted in "Word" format only to: humanresources@americanfoodandvending.com

No Phone Calls Please. Position Bulletin 2—05/18/06


Updated on 5/18/06 until filled


Company: Avalon Bay Company

Contact Information
Send Resume to: jobs@avalonbaycompany.com
Call Jason Lambert at: 310) 510-0178 x602
www.hotel-vistadelmar.com

Compensation
• Discounted housing (one or two bedroom apartment, approximate value 
$12,000 annually)
• Hourly wage equivalent to annual pay of $40,000 - $45,000
• Medical Benefits
• Paid Vacation

HOTEL MANAGEMENT POSITION AVAILABLE
Hotel Vista Del Mar and Snug Harbor Inn are two small upscale boutique 
hotels located on Catalina Island in California. Known for their high 
level of quality and excellent service, the two properties are of the 
finest available on Catalina Island.

Summary of Job Responsibilities:

Hotel Quality Control
- Ensure high room standards are met
o Cleanliness and Amenities are maintained higher than guest expectations
o Follow up on cleaning and maintenance issues with housekeeping staff
o Make sure all proper safety procedures are followed

Guest Services
In addition to regular reservationist duties, the manager will be 
responsible for the following Guest related tasks:
- Interact with guests and solve any problems that standard 
reservationists are unable to resolve
- Facilitate group reservations
- Follow through with guest questionnaires and comment cards
- Develop and implement procedures/policies that improve the level of 
service provided
- Become an expert in the computer reservation system

Personnel
- Ensure staff is fully trained on all procedures
- Scheduling for both properties
- Resolve any employee issues / problems
- Interview and recommend new staff (in conjunction with Operations Manager)
- Performance reviews

Purchasing
- Create purchase orders for all items needed for the properties
- Ensure deliveries are complete and correct
- Facilitate vendor returns in case of shipping errors
- Maintain inventory levels appropriate to the level of occupancy
- Research vendor pricing to ensure that we are receiving the best 
pricing on supplies / consumables

Job Requirements:
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Experience in an upscale hotel environment, or studies related to 
upscale hotel operations
• A strong desire to serve others
• Dedication to learning and commitment to self-growth
• A 'whatever it takes' attitude

Updated on 5/15/06

Company: Bartech Systems International

251 Najoles Road, Suite A - Millersville, MD 21108
Contact: Human Resources; Fax: 410-729-7916 or Email: hr@bartech.com

Training Manager Position Bartech Systems International is a highly specialized company that develops, markets and supports fully automated, “in-room” minibar systems for the hospitality industry. The product assists clients in controlling operations, inventory, enhancing service efficiency, reducing labor costs and improving “in-room” revenue. This is a fantastic ground floor opportunity for the right person to join a fast growing company, which provides technically advanced in-room amenities within the lodging industry. In this position you will report to the VP of Account Management and be principally responsible for the training of various hotel personnel and departments in the operation and support of the automated minibar systems subsequent to installation. This includes procedural/operations training, and training on the utilization of the software application at a user level. While a level of technical proficiency for this position is required, in-depth technical training is conducted by Bartech’s operations staff. Additionally, you will assist with the development, editing and implementation of all training materials and procedures. In this position you need to be creative in the design, implementation, and execution of effective methods to educate and enhance the performance of hotel employees and managers on the Bartech Systems. In this position you will also act as a consultant to each customer.

The ideal candidate will have the following skills:
v Excellent written and verbal communications to handle a variety of situations
v Ability to train, motivate, evaluate and direct hotel employees and mangers to meet expectations which result in profitable operation of the hotel beverage stations
v Coordinate orientation, scheduling and training checklists v Ability to focus and maintain attention to performance of tasks and to work and complete assignments on time despite frequent stressful, emergency, critical and unusual interruptions
v Ability to be proactive and reactive to anticipated and sudden changes of installation schedules, clients’ requests, etc. v Ability to create, implement and evaluate training materials
v Capacity to travel extensively in the United States, 40%-70% Qualifications:
v Four year college degree v Minimum of 3 years training management experience
v PC Skills – MS Word, Power Point, Excel required
v Hotel experience a plus Competitive compensation package providing outstanding company benefits, with an exceptional growth opportunity.

No relocation available for this position. Salary: $44-55K depending on experience

To learn more about Bartech Systems International please visit our website at http://www.bartech.com Please submit your resume and salary requirements to the address/email above


Updated on 5/15/06


Company: Benchmark Hospitality

Hotel Management-Several Positions

 

Benchmark Hospitality International at North Maple Inn at Basking Ridge


Current Job Openings                                  Monday, 8 May 2006
3 Management Positions:

MANAGEMENT:HOTELS:ROOMS DIVISION
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Front Office Manager                                                               05/01/06
   http://benchmark.hospitalityonline.com/jobs/80027

MANAGEMENT:HOTELS:FOOD & BEVERAGE
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Assistant Conference Services Floor Manager                     04/13/06
   http://benchmark.hospitalityonline.com/jobs/79199

Director of Food & Beverage                                                  03/28/06
   http://benchmark.hospitalityonline.com/jobs/78592



Updated on 5/18/06


Company: Bentel Corporation, LLC
3875 NW 107th Ave., Miami FL, 33178

Contact: Edgar Sanchez, General Manager
Fax. 305-463-7154
E-mail. 10323@hotel.bestwestern.com


Full Time Position Available: Tourism Business Analyst

Available Date: 06/21/2006

Duties: Develop and implement records management program and ensure compliance with program. Conduct personnel recruitment, training and review. Oversee personnel in preparing promotional correspondence and analyze promotion/sale of products or services. Perform strategic planning, resource allocation and human resources modeling. Analyze and evaluate data and design systems and procedures as well as develop reports and manuals for management. Analyze prospect files and review sales policies and review sales policies and programs. Confer with employees to ensure successful functioning of new systems and procedures.

Requirements: Bachelor Degree in Hospitality Management plus minimum 2 years of experience in the field.


Updated on 6/20/06


Company: CB Richard Ellis, Inc.

777 Brickell Avenue, Suite 900, Miami  Florida

Contact:  Carol R. Sweeney, Office Operations Manager at 305-374-1000; Fax:: 305

381-6462 or Email: miamijobs@cbre.com             

 

Positions Available:  Hotel Resort Real Estate Analyst

                                     Full-time          

Available Date:             Immediately

 

Duties:                         Conduct hotel resort real estate analysis to support sales transactions. Research hotels and resorts and prepare analysis for presentations and tracking purposes.  Write finan­cial section of Offering Memorandums.  Answers questions regarding financial modeling associated with Offering Memorandum.


Updated on 6/1/06


Company: City Tavern Club

3206 M Street, NW  - Washington DC, 20007

Contact: Steven Andronico, Board Member at 202-337-4205 or Email:

andronicos@aol.com  


GENERAL MANAGER

 

Positions Available:      General Manager - Full time   

Available Date:             June 20, 2006

 

Duties:                          The City Tavern Club, a private dining club located in the heart of Georgetown has an immediate opening for a General Manager.  The General Manager is responsible for all Club food and beverage operations, administration, and facility maintenance.  The posi­tion oversees a staff of up to 30 including part time seasonal workers.  Direct reports in­clude the Executive Chef, the Membership Director, Assistant Manager(s) for Banquet Sales and the Accountant.

 

Requirements:              Education and experience


Updated on 6/1/06


Company: Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream, Inc

3255 Meridian Parkway, Weston, FL 33331

Contact: Stan Krause via email: srkrause@edys.com

 

To Apply:

All qualified candidates should express interest by sending a resume or statement of qualifications with salary history and salary expectations to:

 

For more information, please visit our website at www.dreyersinc.com.

Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream, Inc., is an equal opportunity employer.

 

AREA  MANAGER

 

Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream, Inc., is the #1 brand of premium ice cream in the U.S., with more than 4500 employ­ees nationwide.  (Add additional information here.)

 

Department:                              Foodservice

Position:                                    Area Manager

Posting Date:                            3/20/06

 

Reports To:                               Marci Fechter-District Manager

Location:                                   Miami, Florida

                                                  (Miami based with responsibility in Naples, Ft. Meyers and Key West)

 

Position Requirements:

· 2 years foodservice experience                                                                                                            

· Broadline Distribution experience

· College degree

· Computer literate with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

· Travel 25-40% within District

 

Skills:

· Sound judgment and problem solving skills

· Excellent communication skills (oral, written, listening)

· Have the flexibility and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

· Self-starter and highly motivated

 

In this position, there will be many opportunities for:

· Selling foodservice operators on a day to day basis

· Closing & implementing national accounts in district

· Auditing local equipment in the field and optimizing current accounts

 

In this position, there will be few opportunities for:

· Distributor management and Distributor Training

· Selling and creating programs with regional chains

· Conflict resolution with distributors and local leverage operators

 

Position Responsibilities:

· Able to deliver on volume and profit targets for the district

· Work with DSS and Independent Distributors within territory

· Able to execute on a plan to sell & close operators in segment specific channels

· Maintain relationships with National Accounts buying offices in territory and support roll-out of new National Account programs

· Manage expenses to assigned budget

 

Benefits:

Dreyer's employees enjoy a values-centered corporate culture, a friendly, casual work environment, comprehen­sive benefits (including medical, dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability, 401(k), and pension), competi­tive compensation, and all the ice cream you can eat!

 

To Apply:

All qualified candidates should express interest by sending a resume or statement of qualifications with salary history and salary expectations to:

 

Stan Krause

3255 Meridian Parkway, Weston, FL 33331

srkrause@edys.com

 

For more information, please visit our website at www.dreyersinc.com.

Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream, Inc., is an equal opportunity employer.


Updated on 6/1/06


Company: Eastdil Secured
Contact: If interested, please send a cover letter and resume to Mike Brown at mbrown@eastdilsecured.com . You may also contact Mike directly at 415-576-8111

Position Title: Associate / Analyst
Company Description: Eastdil Secured is a real estate investment bank specializing in institutional property sales, large property financings, sale of existing mortgages, debt placement in the secondary market, corporate finance, and capital raises for private equity firms. Eastdil Secured uniquely combines capital markets expertise with hands-on real estate experience. Consequently, Eastdil Secured is able to execute a wide range of real estate transactions for our clients that ultimately produce exemplary results. In 2005, Eastdil Secured’s Hospitality Division closed on over $8 billion of transac­tions and firm-wide closed on over $60 billion of commercial transactions.

Position Title: Associate / Analyst

Candidate Reports To: Louis Stervinou, Managing Director

Job Qualifications: Ideal candidate will have 1+ years of experience in the hospitality or real estate in­dustry and a B.A. or B.S. degree in Hospitality Administration, Finance, Business, Real Estate or other relative hospitality and real estate coursework. Excellent or­ganizational, quantitative, written and verbal communication skills are required. The position requires the ability to establish and execute project timelines, to work as part of a team, and to execute sound reasoning and judgment. A candidate must be detail oriented, a self-starter, and accustomed to a fast-paced work environment. The candidate must possess excellent computer, analytical, communication and interpersonal skills. Knowledge of ARGUS modeling is a plus.

Job Description: The candidate will perform financial analysis and real estate marketing functions and possesses an understanding of commercial real estate, debt and equity struc­tures and cash flow projections. More specifically, responsibilities will include finan­cial modeling, feasibility and market analysis, review and summarizing of manage­ment, license, and service agreements, as well as various leases and other con­tractual and legal documents. The candidate will also be responsible for generating various ad-hoc reports, composing and editing business correspondence and pres­entations, contributing in the overall production of deal-related materials and main­taining the Hospitality Divisions Comparable Sales Database.

Compensation: Compensation is competitive and will be commensurate with experience.


Updated on 5/18/06


Company:  Executive Search International

733 North Magnolia Ave - Orlando, FL 32803
Contact:
Randal Georges, Account Executive at (407) 926-6010 or Fax (407) 425-6245 or via E-mail: rgeorges@ESIGlobal.cc 

For more information visit our web site: http://www.ESIGlobal.cc

At Executive Search International, we serve our colleagues throughout the world with honesty, integrity, team spirit, dedication and professionalism. Our ultimate objective is to achieve our client’s optimal satisfaction.


Updated on 5/17/06


Company: Florida Culinary Institute

2410 Metrocentre Blvd. - West Palm Beach, Florida 33407
Contact Name: Chef David Pantone, Dean of Culinary Education at 561 712-5105 or E-Mail: dpantone@floridaculinary.com

Job Title:   Bachelor of Science, Culinary Management Instructor

Job Description:           
Under the direction of the Department Chair, instructors are responsible for providing quality education to students, ensure the highest level of professionalism, performing administrative duties, develop curriculum, and in-student counseling, and play an active role in student retention.  One degree higher than program offering is required with a minimum of eight years specific industry experience or instructional experience in a similar culinary program.  ServSafe certified in sanitation and alcohol awareness.  Membership and certifications in a professional industry organization is a plus.


Updated on 5/17/06


Company: Grassmere Inn and regional business/sales manager for "Peter Kaplan Tennis"


E-mail resume, references, salary history & requirements,  to peterkaplan2002@yahoo.com or fax to 914 234 3843 

 

All inquiries will be kept confidential. More complete job description and compensation package available after resume is sent.

 

www.westhamptontennis.com

 

 

GENERAL MANAGER

 

Position available immediately:

 

General Manager Grassmere Inn and regional business/sales manager for "Peter Kaplan Tennis" and related entities (Westhampton Beach, NY) 

 

Job description: Oversee all aspects of a 22 guest room Inn in WHB and 2 other rental properties.  Oversee the operations of affiliated entities and synergize same. Other entities include a small tennis shop, highly hon­ored tennis academy, court maintenance company, etc.  There is the possibility of real estate and/or mortgage  commercial loan sales.  Hotel education or sales/management background helpful. 

 

Compensation package includes housing.

E-mail resume, references, salary history & requirements,  to peterkaplan2002@yahoo.com or fax to 914 234 3843 

 

All inquiries will be kept confidential. More complete job description and compensation package available after resume is sent.

 

www.westhamptontennis.com


Updated on 6/01/06

 


Company: Hilton Hotels Corporation

Position Title:
Assistant Director, Revenue Management Consolidated Hotel Center

Company Description:
Hilton Hotels Corporation is recognized around the world as a preeminent lodging hospitality com­pany, offering guests and customers the finest accommodations, services, amenities and value for business or leisure. While the Hilton brand has, for more than 80 years, been synonymous with excellence in the hospitality industry, our acquisition in 1999 of Promus Hotel Corporation ex­panded our family of brands to include such well-known and highly respected brand names as Hampton Inn®, Doubletree®, Embassy Suites Hotels®, and Homewood Suites by Hilton®. The Hilton brand was re-united internationally after more than 40 years in February 2006, when U.S.-based Hilton Hotels Corporation purchased the lodging arm of U.K.-based Hilton Group PLC, which had owned Hilton's international operations since the 1960s. Through ownership of some of the most recognized hotels in the world and our newly enhanced brand portfolio, Hilton is now able to offer guests the widest possible variety of hotel experiences, including four-star city center ho­tels, convention properties, all-suite hotels, extended stay, mid-priced focused service, destination resorts, vacation ownership, airport hotels and conference centers.

Position Title:
Assistant Director, Revenue Management Consolidated Hotel Center

Candidate Reports To:
Director, Revenue Management Consolidated Hotel Center

Job Qualifications:
Ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience in Revenue Management in the Hospitality Indus­try and a B.A. or B.S. degree in Hospitality Administration, Finance, Business, or other relative hospitality coursework. Excellent or­ganizational, quantitative, written and verbal communication skills are required. The position requires the ability to establish and execute project timelines, to lead a team of Revenue Managers and Analysts, and to execute sound reasoning and judgment. A candidate must have leadership experience, be detail oriented, have the ability to multi-task, be a self-starter, and be accustomed to a fast-paced work environment. The candidate must possess excellent computer, analytical, communication and interpersonal skills.

Job Description:
Come be a part of Hilton Hotels Corporation’s Revenue Management Consolidated Hotel Center. This Center, based in Dallas, is responsible for the Revenue Management tasks for 75 hotels in the Hilton Family of Brands. This position reports directly to the Director of the Revenue Manage­ment Consolidated Hotel Center. The primary responsibility of this position is to lead a work group and to mentor the Revenue Managers and Analysts inside of that group and to implement the fol­lowing for all hotels assigned to the Assistant Director: capacity thresholds, forecasting, and distri­bution channel database integrity. Example of duties are long and short term forecasting, training of hotel team members on importance of yield strategies, working with reservations department on proper group block management, maintenance of Netrez/OnQ PMS and Global Distribution chan­nels as well as Property Management system integrity.

Compensation:
Compensation is competitive and will be commensurate with experience.

Contact:
If interested, please send a cover letter and resume to Lynn Doucet, the General Manager of the Revenue Management Consolidated Hotel Center at lynn_doucet@hilton.com.
 


Updated on 5/18/06 until filled


 

Company: Hospitality Talent Scouts

 

Hotel Director of Sales & Marketing

 

New York based Hospitality Talent Scouts seeking a Hotel Director of Sales & Marketing for a great quality hotel on behalf of a Northern California based client. The hotel carries one of best branded names in the hospitality in­dustry and managed by one of the nations premier management companies. Salary $130K plus bonus. Send re­sume to Frank Speranza '80

 

Requirements:                        Previous experience as a Director of Sales & Marketing at a superior full service hotel. An Assistance Director of Sales & Marketing may be considered however their backgrounds would have to demonstrate their ability to be ready for DOS&M at a busy, sophisticated, upscale property. Individuals must have a history of career stability along with a resume that demonstrates good progression in their careers.

 

For more information about Hospitality Talent Scouts and other opportunities visit: www.hospitalitytalentscouts.com



Updated on 5/18/06 until filled


Company: Hotel Appraisal/Consulting International
Grand Bay Plaza, Suite 600, 2665 South Bayshore Drive - Miami, FL 33133

Contact: Send resume in confidence by e-mail to: T. O'Neill, MAI, CRE, Email: toneill@HotelConsulting.net  Or tfon@bellsouth.net  Website: www.HotelConsulting.net   for details. Recruiting process is by e-mail only. Please do not phone unless we have requested.

Hotel appraisal/consulting firm devoted to the lodging industry. Over 1,000 hotels appraised/ evaluated in 41 states and 28 countries and territories. In 2000, assets exceeding $1.4 bl., evaluated by firm. Clients are leading investors (debt & equity) and hotel companies. Assignments require extensive reporting, in-depth research, investigation, analysis and cutting-edge report presentation.  Established in 1992. Earned highest professional recognition in industry. Reputation as boutique firm. Business resilient in recession periods. JV for 02 Eco-tourism Development Inc., www.Ecotourismdev.com 

(A) Hotel Appraisers/Valuation Analysts

Requirements: BS/MBA/MPS with concentration in Real Estate or Finance.  Hotel valuation, market study experience preferred. Superb report writing, communication, analytical and computer/technology skills are core requirements. Advanced efficiency with Office 2002(Excel & Word) and desktop publishing. Computer modeling and database skills.  Committed to quality, integrity. Candidate should demonstrate long-term interest in appraising and a determination, commitment and competency level to be a leading valuation expert. Seeking US citizens/ residents only. English must be first language. Prefer alumni with at least 2 years hotel real estate experience.

Responsibilities: Prepare appraisals (valuations), market analysis and research, impact studies, feasibility reports, highest & best use studies, financial forecasts, due diligence, litigation support; other consulting services for the hotel and resort industry. Analysis of complex hotel properties.

Compensation
: Percentage of net professional fees; draw from $30K to $50K depending on prior appraisal experience and productivity: plus benefits. Sample of compensation ranges for competent associate Yr 1 $30-$45,000 Yr 2. $45- 60,000, Yr 3 $50-90, 0000 Yr 4 $50-$120,000.

Applicants with state appraiser license commence level 111, $40, 0000 draw 22%-32% commission

(B) Senior Hotel Appraiser/Consultant

Requirements: BS/MBA/MPS with concentration in Real Estate or Finance with minimum 3 years of quality hotel appraisal experience preferably with national appraisal or accounting firm. Superb report writing, communication, analytical and computer/technology skills are core requirements. Advanced efficiency with Office 2002(Excel & Word), desktop publishing and database skills. Committed to quality, integrity and leadership position in the field of hospitality valuation. Proven track record of expertise within the hospitality industry;
self-motivated with strong desire to achieve team/company goals. Candidate must be licensed in his/her trade of valuing real estate. 

Responsibilities
: Preparation of appraisal (valuations), market analysis and research, feasibility reports, optimal development studies, site analysis, financial forecasts, due diligence, pro-forma modeling and financial structure modeling. Also includes consulting services, but expertise in appraisal services is prerequisite. Candidates must have a track record in performing appraisals/market studies and be capable of completing professional timely appraisal assignments upon commencement. 

Compensation: 25% - 50% of net professional fees. Draw up to $50K, based on experience and productivity: plus benefits.

(C) Senior Web Developer.net

Requirements: Senior Web Developer for state of the art multi-featured real estate/financial site. Candidate should be Microsoft guru and expert in Microsoft.Net Framework, Visual Studio.Net and Office 2002.
Expertise in XML, SQL, Databases, multimedia, special effects and other tools required to develop site. Seek candidate with vision but must be mission driven with ability to convert ideas to site. The web content will be prepared by a team of analysts to an approved specification for template. Site will be multi-faceted and excellent understanding of our report formatting and presentation (in Office 2002) is necessary. The initiative is aimed at developing a virtual office environment for firm’s expansion strategy.

Responsibilities: Responsible for designing, documentation, framework, development, writing code, security, testing and rolling out of new applications in first 30 days to review and refine firm's current overview of Web Site Initiative and prepare preliminary "functional specification".

Compensation: Position reports to Managing Director. Success in execution will lead to other initiatives that may include co-ownership.  Please state compensation requirements in response.

(D) Interns

Requirements: BS/MBA student with concentration in Hotel Real Estate or Finance. Superior writing, communication, analytical and computer/technology skills required. Advanced efficiency with Office 2002(Excel & Word) and desktop publishing. Computer modeling and database skills.

Special Industry Projects: Sales Research- Florida Hotels (100), National Hotel Sales (200), Hotel Land Sales (100), Restaurant Sales (25), Hotel Rehab Sales (25). 2. Parameter Survey -Valuation Indicators (survey of top 50). 3. Construction Cost Survey. Detail by property type; limited service hotel types, full service, suites hotel. Sales Analysis Operating Statements Database.

Compensation
: Academic projects suitable for university experience credits. Will be supervised/mentored by company associates. Applicant should only take on projects that they commit to complete. Rewarding experience but absent monetary compensation.


Updated on 5/13/06 until filled 


Company: The KOR Group Hotels - The Tides Hotel

About Kor Hotel Group:

Kor Hotel Group is a Los Angeles-based leading boutique hotel company
that combines desirable location, unique design, destination dining and
personalized and up-to-the-moment customer service. With the management
of the Tides hotel in Miami Beach, Florida, Kor Hotel Group debuts its
celebrated style and personalized service on the East Coast. As a
boutique hotel industry leader in creativity and innovation, our hotels
draw upon the diverse backgrounds and perspectives of our workforce for
continued success. Kor’s new enhancements at Tides will include its
luxury amenities and distinctive, personalized services, as well as the
implementation of Kor’s centralized reservations.

Tides is Kor’s first property outside of California, where the company’s
current signature boutique hotel collection includes Viceroy Santa
Monica, Viceroy Palm Springs & Estrella Spa, Avalon Hotel and Maison 140
in Beverly Hills, The Chamberlain in West Holliwood, and The Blake Hotel
In Chicago.

For more information visit www.korhotelgroup.com.

Kor Hotel Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Application Procedure:
Apply to our Tides South Beach Job Opportunity three ways!
• Email your resume to recruiter@thekorgroup.com
• Fax your resume to 323 930 3785
• Mail your resume to: The Kor Group, Attn: Recruiter, 5750 Wilshire
Blvd. #500, Los Angeles, CA 90036

Human Resources Manager

We are looking forward to complementing our dynamic and professional
management team.

If you enjoy working for a progressive company that constantly seeks to
become better in what they do, then The Kor Hotel Group (new management
company of Tides Hotel in South Beach since November 15, 2004) is
exactly the company you are looking for!

Tides is the premier oceanfront hotel on Miami’s famed South Beach. It is the only Miami Beach hotel that is listed in the CondéNast Traveler Gold List. Designed in a classic art deco, it has 45 sleekly stylish 550 square feet guestrooms and dramatic penthouse suites that offer expansive ocean views. Our restaurant 1220 at Tides presents a unique dining experience with quietly service in an in-door-outdoor setting.
The hotel also features a pool with cabanas.

Now, we want more! We want Tides to become Kor’s flagship in Florida by offering the most innovative style, design and advanced service in South Beach. We will merge creativity with convenience and deliver guests far more than a good night's rest.

Scope of this Position:

Responsible for the efficient administration and management of the Human Resources function to include recruiting, training, disciplinary action, policies and procedures, wage/benefit administration, compliance with statutory requirements and the execution of employee relation activities, in order to provide each department with the personnel, guidance, and support necessary to achieve their customer service and
business objectives.

Due to the size of our hotel, this position will be the only Human Resources position on property. If you are currently in the position of Human Resources Manager, Benefits and/or Recruitment Manager, or even Human Resources Coordinator and are anxious to take the next step, you should consider this unique opportunity!

Job Requirements:

In preparing for this position, candidate ideally will have worked at least two years in a Human Resources Department at a luxurious property.

* Knowledge of the principles and practices of Human Resources (including administration).
* Ability to apply and adapt practices and techniques to the special  requirements of the company.
* Ability to accomplish all tasks as appropriately assigned or requested.
* Ability to accomplish goals in a timely manner.
* Ability to conduct meetings and maintain communications.
* Ability to exercise judgment in evaluating situations and utilizing
appropriate resources.

Education: Bachelor Degree in Human Resources or related field.

We are looking forward to hearing from you!

 


Updated on 5/13/06 until filled


Company: Ocean Reef Club
Contact: Krizia Zamora, Employment Manager at (305) 367-6503 or (305) 367-4348 fax

ASSISTANT TO THE CONTROLLER
Anyone interested please call 305-367-5902 or visit our website at www.oceanreef.com

Job Description:

Assists the Controller in supervising and directing the financial activities of the Club; safeguard­ing the Club's assets and preparing all financial reports in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.

Ensures that all balance sheet accounts (including bank accounts) and all assets & liabilities are reconciled monthly; assists with the timely preparation of financial statements; assists the Con­troller with additional duties as required; supervises, trains, and develops accounting staff, to include coaching, counseling and discipline as required; develops and maintains spreadsheets, databases and other financial reports to streamline daily accounting operation; prepares all tax returns; including, but not limited to: Sales/Use Tax, Communications Tax, Solid Waste Tax, Liquor Surcharge & Rooms Tax.

Job Requirements:
Bachelor's degree, Business/Accounting major preferred, but not required. Must have 5-7 years of Accounting experience, preferably in the Club/Resort industry.

Must have general knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and knowledge of hospitality operations. Should have the ability to understand and analyze financial information, exercise prudent judgment
and decision making and organize tasks and meet deadlines. Must be proficient in MS Excel, MS Access, MS word or similar software. Must be professional and have strong organizational and analytical skills.

Should be eligible to be bonded, have satisfactory credit status and
satisfactory background check.

Excellent English communication skills required.
 


Posted on
5/18/06 available until filled


Company: Pinnacle Advisory

Group, 76 Canal Street - Boston, MA 02114.
Contact: Ms. Alison H. Gendron '00, Senior Consultant via Email:
agendron@pinnacle-advisory.com

For more information, visit our Website: www.pinnacleadvisory.com

Company: Pinnacle Advisory Group is a national consulting company that focuses on the hospitality industry.  Services include consulting, appraisal, litigation support, and operational services for hospitality industry investors, lenders, and operators. Clients include some of the country's largest real estate investment and development firms, pension funds, REITs, insurance companies, financial institutions, and hotel
companies. Pinnacle is small enough to provide clients personal attention, yet large enough to complete complex market research in both a timely and efficient manner.

Requirements: US citizen/Permanent resident. BS in hospitality management, preferably with a concentration in finance and/or real estate; strong familiarity with Word and Excel necessary. 2-4 years industry experience, preferably in consulting, finance, or operations. 
Excellent writing and communication skills; critical analysis and data  interpretation; some travel required. Consultant position can be in either the Philadelphia area or Boston, MA.

Responsibilities: All aspects of consulting and appraisal assignments, including fieldwork (which would likely include travel), research, analysis, report writing, and presentation for a wide variety of consulting assignments specifically focused on the hospitality industry; will involve direct interaction with company principals and clients.

Compensation: Commensurate with experience; compensation package includes health coverage, profit sharing, and 401k.
 


Posted on
5/17/06 available until filled


Company: The Steritech Group, Inc.

Covering Dade and Monroe Counties and a little of Broward County 
Contact: Tony Fernandez, Regional Technical Manager at (321) 795-0489 or email: tony.fernandez@steritech.com

Steritech is a company doing Food Safety and Sanitation audits for different companies throughout the United States, Canada and Latin America. Among our clients we have Supermarket chains, Hotel chains, Restaurant Chains, and other Institutional clients such as resorts, nursing homes, etc. We employ close to 100 Auditors nationwide and the typical profile of our Auditors are: Individuals with at least a 4-year degree college in one of the Life Sciences or related areas, such as Food Science, Microbiology, Biology, Hotel Management, etc. They are assigned territories and are responsible to cover all the audits in those territories. The company provides all the training, calibration and information required to comply with the requirements of the clients.

We are currently looking for a candidate with a College degree in any of the above areas, capable of working independently, and responsible to cover his/her territory, once all the training is complete. The company offers a starting salary around the mid 30's, company car, travel expenses, and the customary benefits of health insurance, 401K, two weeks vacation per year, life insurance, etc.

If you are or know of any individual with the above qualifications, we would appreciate to receive their resume, via e-mail, for future contacts. The resume can be sent to:  tony.fernandez@steritech.com

We plan to start the interviews not longer than by the middle of July and hope to fill the position towards the end of July.
 


Updated on
4/28/06


Company: Turnberry Associates

19501 Biscayne Blvd, Suite 400 - Aventura, FL 33180
Contact: Isabel Lopez, Director of Human Resources at 305-933-5593 Office; 305-933-5536 Fax

For more information visit our website: www.turnberry.com

Interested candidates should contact me directly, at the phone number listed above.

BENEFITS MANAGER

Turnberry Associates is seeking a qualified Benefits Manager with a minimum of two years experience in benefits administration. This position will be based out of the Human Resources Department in the Aventura Ex­ecutive Office. Please find out more about Turnberry Associates at www.turnberry.com 

Responsibilities of this position will include, but not be limited to the following:

· Distribution of information regarding all benefit programs such as medial, dental, 401K, pension, life, and dis­ability plans to employees and dependents

· Verifying and completing benefit enrollment forms, sending enrollment information and payment to benefit plan providers and other plan administrators, and maintaining files of enrollment forms and other documenta­tion

· Entering benefits related data into Human Resources Information System (Ultipro)

· Managing the open enrollment process each year to include arranging for distribution of materials from carri­ers, assisting with communication changes to employees and arranging for on-site representation by provid­ers

· Processing monthly billing from insurance providers, reviewing billing for accuracy, coding and processing for payment

· Resolving discrepancies with carriers, payroll and the Company

· Completing Reports for management as requested

· Investigating and resolving questions regarding delivery and payment for services by contacting health care professionals and other service providers, benefit plan providers, and employees

· Calculating amounts for employees' paycheck deductions for benefits and submitting deduction information to payroll

· Striving to ensure employee understanding of benefit programs by regularly generating communication and counseling employees and dependents as situations arise

· Resolving employee complaints related to health and welfare plans

· Other various responsibilities as required
 


Updated on 5/17/06


Company: Visitor Industry Human Resource Development Council (VIC)

701 Brickell Avenue, Suite 2700 - Miami, Florida 33131
Contact:  Elizabeth A. Williams, Executive Director at (305) 539-3097; Fax: (305) 530-5859 or  Email VIC@Miamiandbeaches.com

The VIC Leader


Updated on 5/01/06


Company: Westmont Hospitality Group

Westmont Hospitality Group is one of the largest, private, hotel ownership companies in the world. WHG owns and operates over 450 hotels worldwide. Our focus is in the successful re-positioning of existing hotels through re-branding, market repositioning and successful operations management focusing on customer service and a quality, value driven customer experience. We take pride in having low employment turnover and employing dedicated, motivated and innovative professionals
focused on providing outrageous customer service to our guests.

For more information, please visit our website: http://www.whg.com

FIRST POSITION
JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION / TITLE: Catering Sales Manager

JOB LOCATION: Embassy Suites Denver/Aurora
4444 N. Havana, Denver CO 80239
Contact: Stacy Nietzel at (303) 375-0400 Phone; (303) 371-4634 Fax or email: Stacyd@eshgateway.com

DEPARTMENT: Sales & Catering

DIRECT SUPERVISOR: Director of Sales

INDIRECT SUPERVISOR: Corporate DOS, General Manager

PRIMARY WORKDAYS/ HOURS: As required by the “Needs of the Business”

PAY RATE: $41,000.00 plus bonus to 30%

A. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Project a willing, urgent, “can do” attitude
• Ability to investigate and analyze information and make logical conclusions
• Ability to make decisions that are in the best interest of the hotel
• Enhance Quality Assurance Standards
• Promote safety awareness and practice safe work ethics
• Support and comply with hotel policies and procedures
• Be a cooperative, enthusiastic and productive “teammate”
• Achieve productivity goals as assigned by DOS & WHG
• Enhance the “guest experience” by making a positive contribution
• Effectively communicate with supervisor and co-workers
• Participate in department meetings
• Function as line position employee as needed


B. PRIMARY DUTIES
• Finalize details for all group business and partnering with a Sales Manager
• Up sell food and beverage while detailing events
• Thorough knowledge of meeting space capacities, menu items, AV equipment, meeting room set ups and all details and issues in regard to booking and finalizing meetings and banquets
• Develop, solicit and negotiate business in assigned market segment (s)
• Ability to understand basic revenue management strategies as pertains to group bookings
• Participate in developing and implementing catering promotions
• Ensure BEO’s are accurate, including form of payment and distributed in a timely manner
• Attend weekly BEO meetings
• Attend internal meetings as per WHG standards
• Develop and maintain excellent working relationship with the Food & Beverage team
• Participate in the developing and implementing of the marketing plan.
• Identify new customers via telemarketing, sales blitz, business journal, etc.
• Maintain accurate, legible records and files per company standards
• Continually explore and update educational sales training
• Participate in client events as scheduled
• Travel as needed
• Display excellent verbal and written skills
• Display high personal and professional standards
• Perform any other duties as assigned by management

B. KEY RESULT AREAS:
• Hotel meets or exceeds budgeted catering revenue
• 100% Guest Satisfaction
• Enhancement of Quality Assurance Standard

C. HOW DO WE MEASURE RESULTS:
• Meeting and exceeding booking revenue goals
• Meeting and exceeding activity goals
• Guest comment cards and letters
• Profit & Loss statements
• Sales and catering self audits and/or audits by DOS and/or WHG

D. PERFORMANCE REVIEW
• Ninety (90) day training, education and probationary period
• Annually thereafter from date of hire

E. TRAINING PROGRAM/SCHEDULE:
• Daily Supervision for the first week (Shadow program)
• Weekly review for the next four (4) weeks
• Review in six (6) months to ensure adherence of all standards and procedures

This position is paramount to the Hotel’s success . . . A consistent display of professionalism and sincerity towards Guests and Staff is required. The fundamentals of being a superior WHG employee are:

 Creative Proactive
 Flexible Empowered
 Swift Motivated
 Nimble Does More with Less
 Open Minded In Quiet Confidence, Doing Things Very Well

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SECOND POSITION

POSITION LOCATION: Holiday Inn Matteson (Chicago suburb), IL
500 Holiday Plaza Drive, Matteson IL 60443-2269
Contact: Brian Romain at (708) 747-3500; (708) 747-8495 Fax or email: Brian.romain@himatteson.com

POSITION TITLE: Director of Catering

DEPARTMENT: Sales & Catering

DIRECT SUPERVISOR: Director of Sales & Marketing

INDIRECT SUPERVISOR: GM, Regional Director of Sales & Mktng.

PRIMARY WORKDAYS/ HOURS: As required by the “Needs of the Business”

PAY RATE: $40-50,000 per year plus bonus up to 25%

A. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Project a willing, urgent, “can do” attitude
• Manage the day to day catering sales activities
• Responsible for achieving budgeted catering sales revenue
• Ability to investigate and analyze information and make logical conclusions
• Ability to make decisions that are in the best interest of the hotel
• Enhance Quality Assurance Standards
• Promote safety awareness and practice safe work ethics
• Support and comply with hotel policies and procedures
• Be a cooperative, enthusiastic and productive “teammate”
• Achieve productivity goals as assigned by DOS & WHG
• Enhance the “guest experience” by making a positive contribution
• Effectively communicate with supervisor and co-workers
• Ensure weekly BEO meeting is productive and timely and participate in departmental meetings, as needed
• Function as line position employee as needed


B. PRIMARY DUTIES
• Motivate, train, attract and maintain quality catering sales personnel
• Conduct performance reviews in a timely manner
• Coach, council and discipline when appropriate
• Assist in creating and planning menus and special events
• Produce weekly, monthly and annual reports per WHG standards
• Knowledge of key competitors is essential
• Recommend staffing levels and assist with banquet operations as required
• Participate in community and professional organizations
• Finalize details for all group business and partner with a Sales Manager
• Up sell food and beverage while detailing events
• Thorough knowledge of meeting space capacities, menu items, AV equipment, meeting room set ups and all details and issues in regard to booking and finalizing meetings and banquets
• Develop, solicit and negotiate business in assigned market segment (s)
• Ability to understand basic revenue management strategies as pertains to group bookings
• Participate in developing and implementing catering promotions
• Ensure BEO’s are accurate, including form of payment and distributed in a timely manner
• Lead weekly BEO meeting
• Attend internal meetings as per WHG standards
• Develop and maintain excellent working relationship with the Food and Beverage team
• Participate in the developing and implementing of the marketing plan.
• Identify new customers via telemarketing, sales blitz, business journal, etc.
• Maintain accurate, legible records and files per company standards
• Continually explore and update educational sales training
• Participate in client events as scheduled
• Travel as needed
• Display excellent verbal and written skills
• Display high personal and professional standards
• Perform any other duties as assigned by management

B. KEY RESULT AREAS:
• Hotel meets or exceeds budgeted catering revenue
• 100% Guest Satisfaction
• Enhancement of Quality Assurance Standard


C. HOW DO WE MEASURE RESULTS:
• Department runs smoothly and turn-over rate is low
• Meeting and exceeding catering sales revenue goals
• Meeting and exceeding activity goals
• Guest comment cards and letters
• Profit & Loss statements
• Sales and catering self audits and/or audits by DOS and/or WHG

D. PERFORMANCE REVIEW
• Ninety (90) day training, education and probationary period
• Annually thereafter from date of hire

E. TRAINING PROGRAM/SCHEDULE:
• Daily Supervision for the first week (Shadow program)
• Weekly review for the next four (4) weeks
• Review in six (6) months to ensure adherence of all standards and procedures

This position is paramount to the Hotel’s success . . . A consistent display of professionalism and sincerity towards Guests and Staff is required. The fundamentals of being a superior WHG employee are:

 Creative Proactive
 Flexible Empowered
 Swift Motivated
 Nimble Does More with Less
 Open Minded In Quiet Confidence, Doing Things Very Well


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DEPARTMENT: Sales & Catering

DIRECT SUPERVISOR: Director of Sales & Marketing

INDIRECT SUPERVISOR: GM, Regional Director of Sales & Mktng.

PRIMARY WORKDAYS/ HOURS: As required by the “Needs of the Business”

PAY RATE: $40-50,000 per year plus bonus up to 25%

A. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Project a willing, urgent, “can do” attitude
• Ability to investigate and analyze information and make logical conclusions
• Ability to make decisions that are in the best interest of the hotel
• Enhance Quality Assurance Standards
• Promote safety awareness and practice safe work
• Support and comply with hotel policies and procedures
• Be a cooperative, enthusiastic and productive “teammate”
• Achieve productivity goals as assigned by DOS & WHG
• Enhance the “guest experience” by making a positive contribution
• Effectively communicate with supervisor and co-workers
• Participate in department meetings
• Function as line position employee as needed

B. PRIMARY DUTIES
• Develop, solicit and negotiate business in assigned market segment (s)
• Ability to understand basic revenue management strategies as pertains to group bookings
• Participate in developing and implementing sales and marketing promotions
• Participate in the developing and implementing of the marketing plan.
• Identify new customers via telemarketing, sales blitz, business journal, etc.
• Maintain accurate, legible records and files per company standards
• Knowledge of key competitors is essential
• Continually explore and update educational sales training
• Participate in client events as scheduled
• Travel as needed
• Display excellent verbal and written skills
• Display high personal and professional standards
• Perform any other duties as assigned by management

B. KEY RESULT AREAS:
• Hotel meets or exceeds budgeted group room revenue
• 100% Guest Satisfaction
• Enhancement of Quality Assurance Standard


C. HOW DO WE MEASURE RESULTS:
• Meeting and exceeding booking revenue goals
• Meeting and exceeding activity goals
• Guest comment cards and letters
• Profit & Loss statements
• Sales self audits and/or audits by DOS and/or WHG
• Brand sales and marketing consultations


D. PERFORMANCE REVIEW
• Ninety (90) day training and education period
• Annually thereafter


E. TRAINING PROGRAM/SCHEDULE:
• Daily Supervision for the first week (Shadow program)
• Weekly review for the next four (4) weeks
• Review in six (6) months to ensure adherence of all standards and procedures

This position is paramount to the Hotel’s success . . . A consistent display of professionalism and sincerity towards Guests and Staff is required. The fundamentals of being a superior WHG employee are:

 Creative Proactive
 Flexible Empowered
 Swift Motivated
 Nimble Does More with Less
 Open Minded In Quiet Confidence, Doing Things Very Well


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FOURTH POSITION

POSITION / TITLE: Regional Director of Revenue Mgt.

JOB LOCATION: Embassy Suites Hotel Oklahoma City
1815 S. Meridian, OKC OK 73108
Contact: Ms. Alice Hothem via email: alice.hothem@whg.com

DEPARTMENT: Administrative

DIRECT SUPERVISOR: G.M., Corp. Dir. Of Revenue Management

INDIRECT SUPERVISOR: Regional Director of Sales & Marketing.

PRIMARY WORKDAYS/ HOURS: As required by the “Needs of the Business”

PAY RATE: $60-70,000 per year plus bonus up to 25%

A. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Manage rates to increase the overall REVPAR for assigned properties (5 Hilton Products)
• Manage the day to day rate participation of all sites and sources that generate room’s business
• Ensure the financial integrity of the hotel’s money through supporting and implementing control procedures for the Audit, Front Desk, PM Accounts and all related activities
• Project a willing, urgent, “can do” attitude
• Enhance Quality Assurance Standards
• Promote safety awareness and practice safe work
• Support and comply with hotel policies and procedures
• Be a cooperative, enthusiastic and productive “teammate”
• Achieve Quality Service Score goals
• Enhance the “guest experience” through training and supervision
• Effectively communicate with supervisors and co-workers
• Participate in department meetings

B. PRIMARY DUTIES:
• Accurate data processing
• Maintain departmental records and changes of said records
• To be aware of hotel/Inn occupancy and availability (to include suite types)
• Direct Reservations personnel as needed or directed
• Coordinate with Customer Service Representative the preparation, changes and administration of all Group bookings
• Manage rates at both properties to maximize REVPAR potential
• Ensure all forms & supplies are provided to hotels’ Front Offices to ensure a smooth operation
• Maintain an organized and well-kept work area / environment at hotels’ Front Offices
• Work with hotels’ staff to educate reservations / desk personnel on Yield Management in order to maximize occupancy and average daily rate
• Work with various hotels’ Director of Sales’ to put in place rate restrictions in order to maximize revenue
• Manage group blocks to insure that information is accurate and up to date.
• Report on rate strategies & activities at weekly sales meeting
• Work with hotels’ staff to insure that all staff are taking reservations and that phone skills are at their best

C. KEY RESULT AREAS:
• Attainment of Assigned Properties’ REVPAR Goals and Market Share
• 100% Guest Satisfaction
• Enhancement of Quality Assurance Standards
• Enhancement of Safety Standards

D. HOW DO WE MEASURE RESULTS:
• Profit & Loss statements
• Increases in REVPAR STR Market Share

E. PERFORMANCE REVIEW:
• Thirty (30) day performance review
• Ninety (90) day training and education period
• Annually thereafter

F. TRAINING PROGRAM / SCHEDULE:
• Orientation to assigned hotels’ property, management, staff and responsibilities
• Verbal skills and guest exchange training
• Training in operation of PBX/switchboard
• Introduction to assigned hotels’ PMS Systems
• Introduction to assigned hotels’ Franchise reservations systems
• Daily supervision for the first week (Shadow program)
• Weekly review for the next four (4) weeks
• Review in six (6) months for cross training
This position is paramount to the Hotel’s success . . . A consistent display of professionalism and sincerity towards Guests and Staff is required. The fundamentals of being a superior WHG employee are:

Creative Proactive
Flexible Empowered
Nimble Does More with Less
Open Minded In Quiet Confidence, Doing
Things Very Well


Updated on 5/18/06



 

 
 

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