Host, Lumiere Brasserie

You represent Fairmont Century Plaza with enthusiasm and pride providing exceptional service and attention for each guest you encounter. You are energetic and confident and will encourage your teammates to achieve and be positive while being entrusted with the responsibility of ensuring the best possible experience for your guests at all times in a friendly courteous helpful timely and professional manner.

Greeting and escorting guests to tables in the restaurant. Maintaining a friendly courteous and efficient operation of the dining room to ensure guest satisfaction and manageable flow of service. The Host is the first and last impression of the restaurant therefore it is imperative the interactions with all both internal and external guests are positive at all times.

What you will be doing:

• To uphold the Fairmont Century Plaza values and mission statement while performing positional responsibilities.
• To adhere to company policy and procedures as stated in the company handbook.
• Consistently offer professional friendly and engaging service
• Interact with arriving and departing guests
• Answer the phone using proper standards and etiquette
• Take record and confirm with accuracy restaurant reservations in accordance with the reservation guidelines
• Use clear and concise communication with the assistants servers lead servers and the Managers regarding the needs of the guests
• Escort guests to the appropriate table in the dining room
• Acts as point of contact between guests and leadership
• Tailor guest experience when necessary
• Be familiar with all menu items and aspects and services of the property
• Assist in cleaning clearing and setting tables
• Maintain cleanliness of the restaurant
• Be familiar with all food outlets and amenities within the property
• Be knowledgeable of general city information as well as hotel history
• Be an ambassador for the department the property and the brand
• Other duties as assigned

What is in it for you:

• Discounted hotel rooms and food & beverage rates to employees at our sister properties around the globe.
• We provide learning programs through our Academies to promote growth and development so that you can perform at your full potential
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities like Planet 21 and WATCH
• Hourly Rate: $32.75 (Break-In Rate applicable for New Hires as per CBA)
• Schedule based on Seniority and Business Needs

Qualifications :

Your experience and skills include:

• Must have excellent communication skills and be very organized
• Must have legible penmanship
• Must have calm and warm manner
• Preferred previous customer service experience
• Successful completion of Host position training program.
• Must pass Food Beverage and Service Knowledge Quizzes
• Able to speak English clearly at advanced level
• Able to read and write English
• Able to communicate clearly and listen attentively to management guests and fellow employees
• Able to make good decisions where guests and co-workers are concerned
• Demonstrates good judgment

Additional Information :

Your team and working environment:

What was true in 1966 remains true to this day: The Century Plaza Hotel is part of a visionary development intent on doing what others could only imagine. Previously deemed the Western White House (as the only venue outside the White House to host state dinners) Century Plazas place in history remains unshakeable. A modernized take on luxury and elevated guest experience from product to people enlivens the real wow factor.

This experience begins with a new kind of workplace one where the energy is contagious the stories are invigorating and the challenges present inspiring opportunities to make your mark. We provide an environment of trust respect and integrity. A home away from home. Where diversity and inclusion are celebrated. Privacy and personal information are protected. Through Accors Employee Value Proposition we ensure fair treatment and a workplace free from discrimination & harassment.

Why work for Accor

We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day making sure that work brings purpose to your life so that during your journey with us you can continue to explore Accors limitless possibilities.
By joining Accor every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrows hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor visit what you love care for the world dare to challenge the status quo! #BELIMITLESS

This experience begins with a new kind of workplace one where the energy is contagious the stories are invigorating and the challenges present inspiring opportunities to make your mark. We provide an environment of trust respect and integrity.  A home away from home.  Where diversity and inclusion are celebrated. Privacy and personal information are protected. Through Accors Employee Value Proposition we ensure fair treatment and a workplace free from discrimination & harassment.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract recruit and promote diverse talent. We commit to a future where diverse identities are celebrated and equitable and inclusive practices are woven into the fabric of everything we do as an organization.

Fairmont Century Plaza is an Equal Opportunity Employer EEO M/F/V/D

Visa Requirements:  Must provide proof of current eligibility to be employed in the United States of America.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time