Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Daily Pay
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
vision coverage
short-term disability
long-term disability
term life insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee assistance program
401k Retirement Plan
Job Description
The Westin Portland Harborview is a distinctive hotel that offers guests an exceptional experience in the heart of Maine's largest city. Originally opened in 1927 as the Eastland Park Hotel, this iconic landmark has been meticulously restored to blend historic charm with modern luxury. The property provides a convenient location for visitors to explore the Old Port district, home to Maine's best restaurants, boutiques, museums, and art venues. The Westin Portland Harborview features plush rooms and suites with stunning views of downtown Portland, the harbor, or the serene Casco Bay. Guests benefit from the acclaimed Westin Heavenly Bed, designed to... Show More
Job Requirements
- At least 5 years progressive experience in hotel or related field
- 2-year college degree with 3 or more years related experience or 4-year college degree with 1 to 2 years related experience or Culinary Degree with 1 to 2 years progressive experience
- Holds and maintains certification including Food Handlers, Alcohol Awareness, CPR, and First Aid
- Proficient in Windows OS, spreadsheets, word processing
- Extensive experience in restaurant, bar, banquet, catering, in-room dining, kitchen management
- Strong communication skills
- Able to work well in high-pressure situations
- Effective problem handling skills
- Ability to assimilate complex information
- Skilled in financial data analysis and forecasting
- Familiar with hotel organizational functions
- Knowledge of local competition and industry trends
- Good judgment and professional demeanor
Job Qualifications
- At least 5 years of progressive experience in a hotel or related field with a 2-year college degree and 3 or more years of related experience or 4-year college degree with 1 to 2 years related experience or Culinary Degree with 1 to 2 years progressive experience
- Holds and maintains applicable certification requirements including Food Handlers, Alcohol Awareness, CPR, and First Aid
- Proficient in Windows operating systems and company-approved spreadsheets and word processing
- Extensive experience in restaurant bar, banquet, catering, in-room dining, and kitchen management
- Effective communication skills including speaking, reading, and writing
- Ability to evaluate and select actions quickly and accurately
- Skilled in handling stressful high-pressure situations maintaining composure and objectivity
- Effective problem-solving abilities including anticipating, preventing, and resolving workplace problems
- Ability to assimilate complex information from disparate sources and adapt as needed
- Competent in listening, understanding, clarifying, and resolving employee and guest concerns
- Ability to work with financial information, perform data analysis, and conduct forecasting and budgeting
- Familiar with general hotel organization and department functions
- Knowledgeable of local competition and industry trends
- Strong communication, computer, and technological skills
Job Duties
- Organize, direct, supervise, and assist in the preparation and service of all food and beverage for all outlets based on standardized recipes
- Ensure cleanliness, sanitation, and safety in kitchens, service stations, FOH, BOH work, and storage areas
- Plan meals and service while guiding the Chef with assignments including pricing and banquets
- Provide oversight of kitchen staff, outlets, banquet food display merchandising, and operations across kitchen, service, beverage, and banquet departments
- Handle cash, secure and balance bank deposits, and maintain financial control
- Interact and occasionally have unsupervised contact with guests and colleagues
- Maintain high levels of trust and responsibility while managing access to sensitive hotel areas including hotel safe and master keys
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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