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LocationThe Joseph Hotel - Nashville
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 associate that walks through the doors of the hotel and doing everything you can to ensure each of our associates has an exceptional experience. You are here because the life you want is about providing exceptional service, and that is exactly what we do.
Availability Requirements
Full-time
Benefits
Medical/Dental/Vision401KPaid Time OffFree Meals during work Discounted room benefitsFree Parking Responsibilities
WHAT YOU DO
By creating a culture to serve and execute without boundaries, you attract, hire and retain the best possible talent in Music City. You understand that Food & Beverage needs can change at any moment, and you adapt with ease. You oversee and manage all departmental expenses, including labor, to insure a return on investment for our owners. Being hands-on and training your team is one of the most important pieces of your day-to-day. Assist in the direction to operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and fryers to prepare foods. Delegate and assist with the duties to prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food. Wash and peel fresh fruits and vegetables. Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients. Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklist. Prepare cold foods. Test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently. Monitor food quality while preparing food. Give direction for the set-up and break down workstation. Serve food in proper portions onto proper receptacles. Wash and disinfect kitchen area, tables, tools, knives, and equipment.
QualificationsWHO YOU ARE
You are decisive, inspiring, and a natural leader. The people you work with would describe you as diplomatic, a real problem solver, and someone who works well under pressure. You have passion for both food and beverage and are the one encouraging your friends to head out and try new restaurants and bars on your days off. Being “in the thick of it” is what you want, and people aren’t going to find you in an office behind a desk. You want to be out with your people, supporting them, and sharing in the business and success with your team.
Highgate Hotels, L.P. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains the policy of recruiting and retaining the best-qualified personnel who demonstrate the ability to perform competently and work well with others. It is the policy of Highgate Hotels to provide equal employment opportunity regardless of race (including traits historically or culturally associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), religion (including religious dress and religious grooming), color, age (40 and over), genetic information, disability (mental and physical), medical condition (as defined under state law), national origin (including language use restrictions and possession of a driver’s license issued under section 12801.9 of the California Vehicle Code), ancestry, sex (including gender, gender identity, gender expression), sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, parental status, domestic partner status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including perceived pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or pregnancy-related conditions), military caregiver status, military status, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. This policy of nondiscrimination is applied to all aspects of the employment relationship. The Company complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws in ensuring equal opportunity and employment for qualified persons with disabilities. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.
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