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The Fairmont Hotel

Fairmont Gold Manager

The Fairmont Hotel, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079

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At Fairmont, our passion is to connect our guests to the very best of our destinations. From the beaches of Hawaii to the deserts of the United Arab Emirates to the heart of London, our hotels offer guests extraordinary places, created by combining unique architecture, expressive decor and artistry, and magnificent features. Add engaging service, and the result is an unforgettable guest experience.

Job Description As a Fairmont Gold Manager, your engaging personality will make a lasting impression when our guests stay at Fairmont Gold, creating loyalty that will ensure their return. The Fairmont Gold Manager is responsible for ensuring the entire operation is running smoothly for both our guests and our heartists, by creating a sense of enhanced service and perfect overall experience, in lounge and during the entirety of the stay for our guests. The Fairmont Gold Manager will be proactive in ensuring the inventory, lounge, pantry and both rooms and food and beverage are as should be at all times. The Fairmont Gold Manager will not only be an ambassador to Fairmont Gold, but also an ambassador of the hotel and assist guests with providing an overview of the property and amenities.

Ensuring the overall Fairmont Gold operation is running smoothly by monitoring arrivals for the day and ensuring rooms are being prepared, amenities are being placed, in house guest rooms are being serviced and the overall lounge operation is running per standard

Leading the Fairmont Gold pre-shift and ensuring all team members are on the same page

Creating the daily meal period and break schedule

Ensuring the back of house areas are always clean and up to standards, communicating with Housekeeping and Stewarding when necessary

Acting as the Fairmont Gold 'Manager on Duty' and immediately and effectively taking care of any guest concerns

Working with the hotel 'Manager on Duty' as required and maintain an open line of communication

Working with other departments in the hotel (Housekeeping, Engineering, Culinary, Food and Beverage and more) to ensure that the Fairmont Gold operation is running smoothly

Ensuring to properly document and elevate any guest issues using the SCORE entry form in Royal Service Manager and informing upper Management of any urgent concerns

Consistently offer professional, friendly and engaging service

Lead and coordinate all aspects of the Fairmont Gold floor to ensure Fairmont Gold Standards are adhered to

Fully understand and be able to teach and train any heartists on the Fairmont Gold operation, both in-lounge and Supervisory skills

Maintain communication with all departments within the hotel to ensure that Fairmont Gold standards are delivered on a consistent basis

Participate in the recruitment and training of new Colleagues and Supervisors

Ensure proper scheduling in accordance to productivity guidelines

Ensure that guest satisfaction is maintained from the moment a guest reservation is created (pre-arrival) to when the guest departs the hotel (post-departure)

Develop and maintain strong guest relationships to ensure Fairmont Gold loyalty

Work with the Culinary team to determine the daily Fairmont Gold Lounge menu

Ensure that the Culinary team is always informed on Fairmont Gold occupancy and any last minute changes in occupancy, arrivals or departures

Ensuring that the Culinary team is well informed of any special guest requests; dietary or special amenity or food requests

Assist at the Fairmont Gold reception desk when appropriate, ensuring no Fairmont Gold guests are waiting

Maintaining conversation with any guests waiting in the lounge or reception area and assisting when necessary

Ensure the Lounge is maintained at all times including removal of soiled dishes, buffet is stocked when appropriate, and Noise and Ambiance Environment is in line with Fairmont Gold Standards

Assist the Fairmont Gold Lounge attendants, where necessary, ensuring that Food and Beverage set up is done properly and enough back stock of food is available

Ensuring that the Fairmont Gold Lounge is clean after every meal period break down

Constantly checking that all team members are using proper sanitary and disinfectant procedures

Maintaining that all surfaces are properly being wiped down

Ensure that Fairmont Gold Standard Operating Policies as well as local policies are followed consistently

Confirming that the honor bar is stocked at all times and inventory is properly being taken and tracked

Making sure that the overall lounge ambiance (music, lights, TVs) are up to standard

Ensuring that all equipment is properly functioning at all times and if not, being properly reported for maintenance

Balance operational, administrative and Colleague needs

Ensure that Fairmont Gold room inventory is balanced at all times

Assisting with scheduling as required

Assisting with payroll as required

Monitor Fairmont Gold arrivals and departures ensuring that the operation is running smoothly and efficiently

Continuously monitoring the status of rooms, following up on rooms to be inspected and assisting where necessary

Ensure to touch base with any in-house guests in-lounge to offer assistance, as required

Work with the Guest Experience Manager for any VIP guests and ensure any requirements are arranged and met

Maintain a consistent line of communication with the Housekeeping leader assigned to the Fairmont Gold floors, ensuring that assisted is provided where required

Where necessary, complete any colleague disciplinary action based on steps and training provided via Talent & Culture

Always ensure to train and teach colleagues, offering the opportunity to learn and grow

Follow department policies, procedures and service standards

Follow all safety policies

Organizing the daily arrivals and ensuring full coverage and time for all pre-arrival and arrival tasks

Ensure the Fairmont Gold inventory is balanced at all times and to inform the Fairmont Gold Manager immediately if not

Maintain close communication with the Fairmont Gold Lounge Associates to ensure the lounge is running smoothly at all times

Assisting in ensuring breaks are taken as scheduled

Strategic decision making

Resolving complaints

Conflict resolution

Ensuring an overall cohesive flow from guest arrival to departure and consistent ambiance the lounge

Other duties as assigned

What's 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

Salary: $85,000-$95,000

Qualifications

Previous experience managing an executive lounge is required

Previous customer related experience required

Previous leadership experience required

Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities

Ability to multi-task in a high paced environment

Ability to assist with the overall operation, where required, and ensure that all administrative and operational duties are complete

Highly responsible and reliable

Computer literate

Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Ability to work well cohesively with fellow colleagues as part of a team

Ability to lead a team

Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times

Must possess a professional presentation

Carry out specific oral or written instructions, frequently following a simple routine

Do the same tasks over and over, frequently the same way

Get along with all kinds of people

Stand and walk or sit for long periods of time

Lift and carry things like bus totters and buffet plates

Use hands and fingers skillfully

Analyze and interpret established policies

Make business decisions based on productions reports and similar facts as well as on your own experience and personal opinions

Deal with the general public, customers, employees, with tact and courtesy

Plan and organize the work of others

Change activity frequently and cope with interruptions

Speak and write clearly

Accept full responsibility for managing an activity

High school diploma or previous experience an asset

Customer service experience

Previous leadership experience in a 5-star hotel within Rooms and Food & Beverage

Demonstrated organizational skills

Fluent spoken and written English

Second language an asset

Clear thinking on their feet, able to work under pressure

Ability to prioritize multiple demanding tasks

Ability to follow instruction and work quickly and thoroughly

Being able to determine which department could best help the guest

Staying calm when assisting a guest in emergency situations, and knowing what questions to ask

Additional Information 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 Plaza's 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 Accor's Employee Value Proposition, we ensure fair treatment and a workplace free from discrimination & harassment.

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

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.

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