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BASIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
This Guest Services Attendant is responsible for welcoming and assisting prospective and current guests at the resort. Responsibilities include assisting guests with their luggage and valet parking. The qualified candidate must have an outgoing, friendly personality, great customer service skills and a neat, professional appearance.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
•Greets all arriving/departing guests by name when available, unloads/loads luggage from automobiles and provides directions/orientation to resort.
•Attends to Guest's needs, i.e., information, directions, delivery of messages. etc.
•Familiarizes self with local roadways, highways, attractions and general landscape of the area and provides accurate information/directions to guests.
•Provides all guests with a pleasant experience by presenting self in a friendly and knowledgeable fashion.
•Transports luggage to Luggage hold room or Guest room.
•Orientates guests to room features and services.
•Provides service to Guest during check-out by removing Guest's luggage from their room to either the Guest's automobile or luggage storage room.
•Operates vehicles safely while driving and/or parking in compliance with Mohonk Mountain House Traffic Rules and Regulations.
•Drives, parks, parallel-parks, and backs up vehicles using only side mirrors when necessary.
•Performs automobile and others inspections by touch, sight, sound and smell.
•Operates a motor vehicle with either a standard or automatic transmission and perform routine care of that vehicle.
•Valet parks guest automobiles, secures windows and doors and retrieves automobile from parking lot.
•Demonstrates knowledge of automobile security systems and kill switches.
•Operates a variety of vehicle types and drives them according to the methods recommended by the manufacturer. Parks vehicles according to department policy and ensures diesels are properly connected during cold weather.
•Parks automobiles in a timely fashion to assist in alleviating congestion of automobiles in front of resort.
•Assists with jump starts, tire changes and gasoline refueling in accordance with department policy.
•Connects/disconnects battery operated vehicles into/out of charging stations.
•Fulfills the responsibilities of a Porch Attendant as needed.
•Acts as an ambassador of the Resort when taking up luggage, explaining layout, activities, safety features, resort policies, amenities, etc.
•Delivers Gift Shop orders, shopping orders, ice, firewood, dry cleaning and other items requested by guests.
•Supplies wood for and maintains the fires in the public fireplaces.
•Maintains all equipment belonging to the department in an operational fashion by appropriately using the equipment and repairing it as necessary.
•Maintains a neat and clean Guest Service area. Includes the cleanliness and appearance of the Guest Service desk, office, storage room, Bellperson's lounge, porch and roadway. May include the removal of dirt, snow, glass, etc.
•Takes immediate corrective action to resolve guest complaints. Refers unresolved complaints to the immediate attention of the Concierge, Bell Captain and/or Guest Relations Manager.
•Shovels or brooms snow or scrapes ice from automobiles and pathways.
•Carries out Guest shopping requests as directed.
•Secures items stored in Guest storage areas and ensures safe-keeping. Keeps all items in an organized, neat and secure fashion.
•Learns and familiarizes self with all desk functions to include, but not limited to, assisting with trip coordination, dry cleaning, cash drawer and accounting practices, trip sheet initiation and completion, ensuring all guests are appropriately handled, etc.
•Works outdoors and exposed to natural elements.
•Works in stressful situations and under pressure. Adapts to changing priorities and maintains composure.
•Analyzes problems and develops and implements action plans to address problems.
•Works independently and as part of a team.
•Speaks, reads and writes the English language and communicates in a clear and congenial manner, with our guests, visitors and employees. Hears verbal instructions, directions and warnings.
•Sees close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
•Grasps, lifts, carries and maneuvers up to 75 pounds to process luggage and firewood.
•Pushes, pulls and maneuvers a loaded luggage cart weighing up to 400 lbs. in/out of elevators, through passageways or outdoors up to 500 feet.,
•Reaches with hands and arms, bends, kneels, stoops, twists and flexes arms, walks up and down stairs/inclines, sits, climbs up/down ladders or stands for up to 5 hours at a time.
•Walks up and down a flight of up to 100 stairs frequently throughout a shift. Shovels snow for long periods of time (up to a total shift of 8 hours). Walk up to 15 miles.
•Operates and uses electronic equipment such as adding machines, computers, telephones and hand-held portable radios.
•Adheres to Mohonk Mountain House’s Dress and Grooming Standards; presenting a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance and maintaining a positive, professional image to our customers.
•Learns and successfully demonstrates the Mohonk Mountain House Service Steps with Service Strategies with guests and staff.
•Learns and retains knowledge of historical facts and information about Mohonk Mountain House and services.
•Maintains a flexible work schedule including days/nights, weekdays/weekends, holidays, and during peak periods of business.
•Develops and maintains positive working relationships with other staff.
•Attends events, programs, and trainings as needed to enforce and support Mohonk Mountain House policies and culture.
•Answers guest questions with accurate information and demonstrates a friendly and helpful personality by smiling, eye contact, initiating conversation and engaging with others.
QUALIFICATIONS:
•Valid Driver’s License and at least 21 years of age, or 20 years of age with at least two years of licensed driving experience.
•Valid New York State Class E Chauffeur's License, or equivalent. License must be free of serious and multiple infractions.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
- Part Time
- Immediately
- New Paltz, NY 12561
- 5/21/24
BASIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for the preparation of fresh and wholesome meals for a hotel with a 600 hotel guest and 500 day guest capacity, ensuring smooth operation, proper sanitation, and sound management of up to 20 staff members.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Assume responsibility for the overall production of hot and cold foods associated with a la carte and buffet dining services which include Main Dining room, West Dining room, East Dining Room, Carriage lounge, and Banquets as assigned.
- Execute menus with complete oversight of kitchen set up, service, and breakdown of stations in regards to hot and cold foods for Mohonk Food and beverage functions.
- Communicate effectively with Front of the house management before, during, and after service.
- Conduct food tastings for development of future menu items and create standard recipes that can be taught to staff.
- Conduct shift briefings and menu training for front of the house staff as needed for new menu implementation
- Oversee and continue development of the chef’s table menus and execution
- Be able to assume Executive Sous Chef duties whenever needed
- Close kitchen following all departmental guidelines as it pertains to food safety, labor management, and kitchen checklists
- Be able to write menus, cost out using standard recipe cards, and ensure staff is trained on all aspects of prep lists assigned
- Work with theme program management to create special food demos and tastings for promotional events.
- Meet with Captains before service to address any special requests or dietary restrictions.
- Carry out supervisory responsibilities for a staff up to 20 in accordance with Mohonk Mountain House policies. Interview, hire and train employees; plan, assign, and direct work; appraise performance; reward and coach/counsel/discipline employees; address complaints. Monitor schedule daily to minimize overtime.
- Work with the Chef and Executive Sous Chef to ensure all products are ordered for and processed in accordance with Mohonk culinary standards. Work with purchasing to ensure any additional products outside of normal dining operations are ordered and used as required.
- Requisition food materials daily or as needed for the preparation of breakfast, lunch, and dinner services to be filled by the Receiving Department.
- Oversee kitchen and coordinate all hot and cold food preparations for dinner service ensuring food is presented in accordance with company specifications. Delegate prep work load for Garde Manger crew.
- Check all hot and cold foods prepped before service to ensure proper quality and quantities needed are at hand.
- Expedite for the entire service period ensuring each plate is of the highest quality possible.
- Learn, retain, and demonstrate a full knowledge and understanding of all menu offerings.
- Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklist. Ensure proper portion, arrangement, and food garnish. Test foods ensure the correctness of the temperature of food.
- Prepare special dietary meals or substitute items.
- Maintain work spaces including stainless steel tables, equipment, dry storage shelves, walk-in refrigerators, upright freezer, and general sanitary condition of garde manger and vegetable prep area in a neat and orderly fashion.
- Provide relief coverage as needed for Exec Sous Chef. Execute on-line production of meal period and ensure all food product is used as effectively as possible. Monitor house counts on a daily and weekly basis for proper menu breakdown. Delegate and participate in food preparation for next day's shift.
- Demonstrate advanced knife handling skills and familiar with kitchen equipment and machines.
- Work on the line under time constraints, extreme temperatures, and high business volume.
- Bake, roast, broil, and steam meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods. Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients. Maintain an awareness of and minimize costs/expenses.
- Check the working condition of equipment and machinery in accordance with specifications.
- Operate and regulate temperatures of equipment such as ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, steamers, kettles, and fryers.
- Meet with Food and Beverage managers to discuss daily services and special functions.
- Analyze problems and develop and implement action plans to address problems. Report to the Executive Sous Chef.
- Facilitate/attend shift briefings and actively participate daily.
- Inspect the work of others by touch, sight, sound, taste and smell for conformance to prescribed standards
- Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets.
- Offer consistently professional, friendly and proactive guest service while supporting fellow colleagues. Assist all staff in a professional manner ensuring our guest service is in accordance with company standards. Maintain good working relationships with coworkers, guests, and managers.
- Research industry trends regularly and maintain a current knowledge of common or trending practices in the industry. Maintain a knowledge of local, state, federal health and employment laws.
- Inventory and maintain equipment and supplies, initiate purchases, and safeguard equipment and supplies.
- Work clean and assume responsibility for kitchen organization and orderliness. Clean and scrutinize work stations periodically during work shift ensuring the cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas, utensils, and equipment.
- Follow kitchen policies, procedures and service standards. Follow all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage. Handle hot items with care.
- Maintain food and cooler logs. Keep refrigerators and storerooms clean and neat. Ensure food and supply items are stored per standards. Ensure proper rotation of product in all refrigerators to minimize wastage/spoilage.
- Complete safety training and certifications when offered.
- Lift up to 50 pounds from ground level to waist height and carries a distance of up to 100 feet with/ without assistance. Walk up to 5 miles per day.
- Maneuver carts or dollies safely with loads up to 200 pounds up and down stairs, elevators, through passageways or outdoors up to 75 feet.
- See close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
- Identify safety hazards, report, and follow up to see that corrective action is taken. Inform Executive Chef, Executive Sous Chef of hazardous situations, emergencies or threats to the security of guests, employees or hotel assets.
- Reach with hands and arms, bend, kneel, stoop, twist and flex arms, walk up and down stairs/inclines, sit, climb up/down ladders or stand for up to 5 hours at a time.
- Speak, read and write the English language and communicate in a clear and congenial manner, with our guests, visitors and employees. Hear verbal instructions, directions and warnings.
- Perform basic mathematical functions with recipes such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
- Prepare administrative reports in a clear, logical manner.
- Demonstrate proficiency with Windows-based operating systems and use software including MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook.
- Adhere to Mohonk Mountain House’s Dress and Grooming Standards; presenting a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance and maintaining a positive, professional image to our customers.
- Learn and successfully demonstrate the Mohonk Mountain House Service Steps with Service Strategies with guests and staff.
- Maintain a flexible work schedule including days/nights, weekdays/weekends, holidays, and during peak periods of business.
- Taste sweet, sour, bitter, and salty and demonstrate a sense of smell.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Valid Driver’s License and at least 21 years of age, or 20 years of age with at least two years of licensed driving experience.
- Associates degree in Culinary Arts from accredited culinary school or 5-7 years experience in similar operation.
- Certified in food service sanitation practices and prevention of food borne illnesses.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
- Full Time
- Immediately
- New Paltz, NY 12561
- 5/18/24
BASIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Maintain a safe, sanitary and healthy swimming environment for our guests in Mohonk Lake Beach area. Must have current Lifeguard Certification, first aid and CPR
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
•Ensure the safety of all swimmers in and out of the water while visiting our bathing beach.
•Maintain a clean beach area – including sweeping and raking of sand areas and docks as well as removing weeds and debris.
•Demonstrate an outgoing and friendly personality such as smiling, initiating conversation, engaging others, and making eye contact.
•Handout and collect towels. Record guest usage.
•Sell water to guests.
•Maintain a clean and safe changing area.
•Demonstrate comfortableness with lake ecology such as: inability to see the bottom of 60’ deep, snakes, frogs, turtles, and fish in size of approximately 11-20 inches.
•Administer First Aid and CPR as needed.
•Work other areas of Activities on a regular basis, such as: Wheelworks Bike Shop, Kids’ Club, Information Summerhouse, Tennis, Campfires, and special events.
•Facilitate alternative activities while the beach is closed due to thunder, lightning, or fog.
•Deal calmly and pleasantly with guests while under pressure.
•Handle adversity, change and emergency situations calmly and with a level head.
•Analyze problems and develop and implement action plans to address problems.
•Work in a manner that will not endanger self or others.
•Manipulate sports equipment.
•Memorize a history tour of the grounds, trails, and story of Mohonk and the Smiley Family.
•Work flexible or changing days and hours; including days, nights, weekends, holidays, and occasionally up to 14 hours per shift.
•Take the initiative and work without supervision when required and appropriate.
•Demonstrate a knowledge and appreciation of nature and the outdoors.
•Perform basic mathematical skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and perform and record cash/credit transactions accurately.
•Reach with hands and arms, bend, kneel, stoop, twist and flex arms, walk up and down stairs/inclines, sit, climb up/down ladders or stand for up to 5 hours at a time.
• Lift up to 75 pounds from ground level to waist level and carry a distance of up to 75 feet with/ without assistance. Walk up to 7 miles per day.
•Walk up and down 40 stairs consistently throughout an eight-hour work day.
•Speak clearly in front of people.
•Speak, read and write the English language and communicate in a clear and congenial manner, with our guests, visitors and employees. Hear verbal instructions, directions and warnings.
•Row a rowboat and maneuver a kayak and rescue board.
•Lead activities to ensure social interaction amongst the guests and to ensure a happy and safe environment.
•See close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
•Identify safety hazards and inspect the work of others by sight, sound, and smell. Ensure hazards are corrected.
•Manipulate personal floatation devices (PFDs).
•Present a neat, clean, and well-groomed appearance in accordance with the Mohonk Mountain House Dress and Grooming Standards.
•Demonstrate knowledge and appreciation of nature and the outdoors.
•Carry a two-way portable radio and earpiece to communicate and provide immediate response to emergency situations
QUALIFICATIONS:
•CPR/First Aid and Waterfront Lifeguard certification required.
•Experience or potential in a people-oriented job or potential for success in a people-oriented job preferred.
•Valid Driver’s License and at least 21 years of age, or 20 years of age with at least two years of licensed driving experience.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
- Immediately
- New Paltz, NY 12561
- 5/8/24
BASIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Maintains, organizes, and cleans all necessary items and areas in the Spa. Ensures all supplies guests use are restocked and all areas are continuously monitored for cleanliness.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Wear Proper Protective Equipment when performing tasks that recommend such equipment.
- Operate vehicles safely while driving and/or parking in compliance with Mohonk Mountain House Traffic Rules and Regulations.
- Identify safety hazards, report, and follow up to see that corrective action is taken.
- Inform supervisor of hazardous situations, emergencies or threats to the security of guests, employees, or hotel assets.
- Demonstrate organizational skills.
- Work productively with or without supervision when performing routine tasks.
- Prioritize and meet deadlines in a fast-paced dynamic environment.
- Adhere to Mohonk Mountain House’s Dress and Grooming Standards; presenting a neat, clean and well groomed appearance and maintaining a positive, professional image to our customers.
- Learn and successfully demonstrate the Mohonk Mountain House Service Steps with Service Strategies with guests and staff.
- Maintain a flexible work schedule including days/nights, weekdays/weekends, holidays, and during peak periods of business.
- Develop and maintain positive working relationships with other staff.
- Attend events, programs, and trainings as needed to enforce and support Mohonk Mountain House policies and culture.
- Attend trainings as needed to develop work knowledge and safety.
- Reach with hands and arms, bend, kneel, stoop, twist and flex arms, walk up and down stairs/inclines, sit, climb up/down ladders or stand for up to 5 hours at a time.
- Lift up to 50 pounds from ground level to four feet and carry a distance of up to 50 feet with/without assistance. Walk up to 3 miles per day.
- Maneuver carts or dollies safely with loads up to 200 pounds through passageways, elevators, or outdoors up to 100 feet.
- See close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
- Work under stress from contact with public, demanding deadlines, and changing priorities and conditions.
- Clean designated areas according to set guidelines and protocols.
- Work outdoors and exposed to natural elements.
- Fold laundry as specified to type ranging from small items such as washcloths to large blankets and towels.
- Operate laundry equipment effectively and within specified guidelines.
- Sort soiled laundry appropriately and efficiently.
- Complete shift check list for duties assigned for opening or closing shifts.
- Sanitize touch point areas wearing appropriate protective equipment and complete check list daily.
- Inspect the work of others by touch, sight, sound and smell for conformance to prescribed standards.
- Report damaged or missing furnishings or decorative items.
- Complete guest and staff requests in a timely manner. Report to a supervisor if a request will not be completed in a timely manner.
- Attend daily shift briefing.
- Complete routine and when necessary deep cleaning of areas as required.
- Sanitize hydrotherapy tub as needed following protocols and wearing protective equipment.
- Stock tea bars, guest locker room amenities, supply closets, and towel storage as assigned.
- Speak, read and write the English language and communicate in a clear and congenial manner, with our guests, visitors and employees. Hear verbal instructions, directions and warnings.
- Act calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
- Analyze problems and develop and implement action plans to address problems.
- Demonstrate high moral character in handling lost items and valuables turning them in immediately to designated lost and found area.
- Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills in dealing with guests and staff.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Valid Driver’s License and at least 21 years of age with at least two years of licensed driving experience.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
- Full Time
- Immediately
- New Paltz, NY 12561
- 5/6/24
BASIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for the preparation of fresh and wholesome hot buffet foods for breakfast and lunch for a hotel serving up to 2500 meals per day ensuring a smooth operation, proper sanitation, and sound management of three to ten employees.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Assume responsibility for the overall production of hot breakfast items, lunch, and additional hot banquet preparations served for both breakfast and lunch.
- Open kitchen and coordinate all hot food preparations for breakfast, and lunch, ensuring food is presented in accordance with company specifications.
- Work with Front of the house buffet staff to ensure opening timelines are met for the Main dining room and lower dining rooms.
- Oversee hot food garnishes and ensure that all buffet foods are replenished in a timely manner.
- Work with Room service team to ensure all in room dining orders are handled expeditiously.
- Work directly with Employee Cafeteria team to minimize waste and coordinate menu production using foods available at end of shift.
- Oversee the production and quality of all saucier prepared soups, stocks and braised items.
- Requisition food materials daily or as needed for the preparation of breakfast, and lunch, to be filled by the Receiving Department.
- Ensure all requisitions are stored and rotated in a timely manner.
- Develop menus, prep lists, requisitions, photograph, costing, and new menu packets with assistance of Executive Chef.
- Maintain work spaces including stainless steel tables, equipment, dry storage shelves, walk-in refrigerators, upright freezer, and general sanitary condition of hot side kitchen and vegetable prep area in a neat and orderly fashion.
- Execute on-line production of meal period.
- Assist Granary staff during prep and ensure delivery timelines are met.
- Ensure all food product is used as effectively as possible.
- Monitor the quality and quantity of food that is prepared. Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards including all assigned production.
- Keep up to date on house counts on a daily and weekly basis for proper menu breakdown.
- Demonstrate advanced knife handling skills and familiar with kitchen equipment and machines.
- Prepare and service all food items for a la carte and or buffet menus according to hotel recipes and standards.
- Ensure proper rotation of product in all refrigerators to minimize wastage/spoilage.
- Work on the line under time constraints, extreme temperatures, and high business levels.
- Learn, retain, and demonstrate a full knowledge and understanding of all menu items, Carriage Lounge, and banquet menus as trained.
- Follow kitchen policies, procedures and service standards.
- Bake, roast, broil, and steam meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods.
- Check and ensure the correctness of the temperature of appliances and food.
- Check the working condition of equipment and machinery in accordance with specifications.
- Communicate assistance needed during busy periods.
- Ensure proper portion, arrangement, and food garnish.
- Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklist.
- Prepare special dietary meals or substitute items.
- Regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters.
- Test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently.
- Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients.
- Supervise, train, evaluate and schedule a staff up to 10.
- Meet with Dining Room managers to discuss daily services and special functions.
- Attend to any problems that may occur during the AM shift and report the incident to the Executive Chef.
- Check daily house counts for all meals and their scheduled times, maintain attention to any special requests.
- Delegate designated prep work load for entire AM hot side crew.
- Maintain an awareness of and minimize costs/expenses.
- Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Mohonk Mountain House policies. Maintain a knowledge of local, state, federal health and employment laws.
- Interview, hire and train employees; plan, assign, and direct work; appraising performance; reward and coach/counsel/discipline employees; address complaints.
- Act calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
- Analyze problems and develop and implement action plans to address problems.
- Monitor schedule daily to minimize overtime.
- Delegate and participate in food preparation for next day's shift.
- Facilitate/attend shift briefings and actively participate daily.
- Inspect the work of others by touch, sight, sound, taste and smell for conformance to prescribed standards
- Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets.
- Maintain good working relationships with coworkers, guests, and managers.
- Research industry trends regularly and maintain a current knowledge of common or trending practices in the industry.
- Inventory and maintain equipment and supplies, initiate purchases, and safeguard equipment and supplies.
- Work clean and be responsible for kitchen organization and orderliness. Clean and scrutinize work stations periodically during work shift.
- Maintain proper Kitchen safety procedures.
- Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas, utensils, and equipment.
- Follow all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage.
- Handle hot items with care.
- Inform Executive Chef, Executive Sous Chef of hazardous situations, emergencies or threats to the security of guests, employees or hotel assets.
- Keep refrigerators and storerooms clean and neat. Ensures food and supply items are stored per standards.
- Maintain food and cooler logs.
- Perform job safely while maintaining a clean, safe work environment.
- Complete safety training and certifications when offered.
- Wash and disinfect kitchen area, tables, tools, knives, and equipment.
- Lift up to 50 pounds from ground level and carry a distance of up to 100 feet with/ without assistance. Walk up to 5 miles per day.
- Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures
- Maneuver carts or dollies safely with loads up to 200 pounds up and down stairs, elevators, through passageways or outdoors up to 75 yards.
- Identify safety hazards, report, and follow up to see that corrective action is taken.
- Inform supervisor of hazardous situations, emergencies or threats to the security of guests, employees or hotel assets.
- Reach with hands and arms, bend, kneel, stoop, twist and flex arms, walk up and down stairs/inclines, sit, climb up/down ladders or stand for up to 5 hours at a time.
- Operate equipment such as ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, steamers, kettles, and fryers.
- Speak, read and write the English language and communicate in a clear and congenial manner, with our guests, visitors and employees. Hear verbal instructions, directions and warnings.
- Perform basic mathematical functions with recipes such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
- See close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
- Prepare administrative reports in a clear, logical manner.
- Demonstrate proficiency with Windows-based operating systems and use software including MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook.
- Develop and implement short and long-term goals and objectives for the department and Mohonk Mountain House.
- Offer consistently professional, friendly and proactive guest service while supporting fellow colleagues.
- Assist all service staff and company workers in a professional manner insuring our guest service is in accordance with company standards.
- Adhere to Mohonk Mountain House’s Dress and Grooming Standards; presenting a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance and maintaining a positive, professional image to our customers.
- Learn and successfully demonstrate the Mohonk Mountain House Service Steps with Service Strategies with guests and staff.
- Maintain a flexible work schedule including days/nights, weekdays/weekends, holidays, and during peak periods of business.
- Taste sweet, sour, bitter, and salty and demonstrate a sense of smell.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Associates degree in Culinary Arts from accredited culinary school or 5-7 years experience in similar operation.
- Valid Driver’s License and at least 21 years of age, or 20 years of age with at least two years of licensed driving experience.
- Certified in food service sanitation practices and prevention of food borne illnesses.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
- Full Time
- Immediately
- New Paltz, NY 12561
- 5/6/24
BASIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Serve as the primary point of contact related to Recreation, Spa and Meal reservations for in-house guests. This staff person will have very high levels of guest contact. In addition to assisting guests with reservations for activities, this staff member will serve as contact point for Mohonk Staff members looking to provide further guest experience enhancements. This person will be responsible for the coordination and maintenance of the Central Stairs information boards related to content and appearance.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Greet guests immediately with a friendly and sincere welcome.
- Use a clear, understandable speaking voice, exercise judgment, respond to inquiries with accurate information regarding hours of outlet operation, directions to local attractions, or meeting rooms, car rentals and airline shuttle service, etc. according to individual needs.
- Learn and retain a current knowledge of all Mohonk Mountain House offerings for food and beverage, recreation, and other services.
- Learn and retain a knowledge of Mohonk Mountain House history, family history, policies and values.
- Demonstrate a current knowledge of the various attractions, activities and events available in Ulster, Dutchess, and Orange Counties. Provide directions.
- Demonstrate a basic knowledge of other attractions in the Hudson Valley Region. Provide directions.
- Demonstrate a basic knowledge of all mass transportation and rental services available to/from Mohonk Mountain House and the metro areas of New York, New Jersey and Connecticut.
- Demonstrate a familiarity with the services and floorplans of Stewart, Albany, Westchester, JFK, Laguardia, and Newark airports as well as Port Authority Bus Terminal of NYC, and Grand Central Station. Have a basic understanding of the New York City Subway system.
- Work with external companies to arrange excursions to surrounding area attractions on behalf of the guest.
- Maintain a current knowledge of reputable restaurants, bars, eateries, retail, and other services available in Ulster County.
- Create and consistently maintain a quality work environment that is conducive to "Legendary" service.
- Work in conjunction with the Front Desk staff and other departments to accommodate guest information needs/services.
- Maintain open, concise, and consistent communication with management, co-workers and guests.
- Book guest reservations for in-house dining, spa, recreation and other services utilizing various windows based reservations system/point of sale.
- Enter and confirm reservations in the systems with the utmost accuracy and detail to capture all important information. Assist guests with questions regarding their existing reservations.
- Process special requirements and needs for guests through the proper channels so that the requests and needs are met accurately and to the guest’s satisfaction and safety.
- Work productively and efficiently with or without supervision when performing routine tasks.
- Take responsibility for guest concerns: listen, empathize, apologize, resolve and never prove the guest wrong.
- Maintain confidentiality and use discretion and proper judgment in all matters, at all times.
- Perform basic mathematical skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and perform and record cash/credit transactions accurately.
- Demonstrate proper accounting procedures for deposits, refunds, rate adjustments and end of shift audits.
- Work under stress from contact with public, demanding deadlines and changing priorities and conditions.
- Remain calm and alert during heavy resort activity. Plan and implement detailed steps by using experienced judgment and discretion.
- Act calmly and effectively in emergency situations and maintain a full understanding of the Mohonk Mountain House Evacuation Plan.
- Demonstrate professional composure and use good manners on the telephone and in person. Answer and respond to telephone calls and emails promptly and communicate in a clear and professional manner. Produce well-written and error-free emails and documents.
- Answer guest questions with accurate information and demonstrate a friendly and helpful personality by smiling, eye contact, initiating conversation, speaking enthusiastically and engaging with others.
- Participate in outbound sales communications. Achieve high call volume and conversion ratio based on goals set by the Director of Hotel Operations.
- Demonstrate proficiency with Windows-based operating systems and use software including MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, Resort Suites, Reservation Assistant. NAVIS Applications & Software knowledge a plus.
- Speak, read and write the English language and communicate in a clear and congenial manner, with our guests, visitors and employees. Hear verbal instructions, directions and warnings.
- Adhere to Mohonk Mountain House’s Dress and Grooming Standards; presenting a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance and maintaining a positive, professional image to our customers.
- Learn and successfully demonstrate the Mohonk Mountain House Service Steps with Service Strategies with guests and staff.
- Maintain a flexible work schedule including days/nights, weekdays/weekends, holidays, and during peak periods of business.
- Reach with hands and arms, bend, kneel, stoop, twist and flex arms, walk up and down stairs/inclines, sit, climb up/down ladders or stand for up to 5 hours at a time.
- Lift up to 25 pounds from ground level to waist level and carries a distance of up to 50 feet with/ without assistance. Walk up to 5 miles per day.
- See close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
- Inspect work by touch, sight, sound and smell for conformance to prescribed standards.
- Maintain a flexible work schedule including days/nights, weekdays/weekends, holidays, and during peak periods of business.
- Work in active guest setting subject to continuous interruptions and background noises.
- Work up to five hours viewing a computer video monitor and/ or operating a keyboard.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Valid Driver’s License and at least 21 years of age, or 20 years of age with at least two years of licensed driving experience.
- At least 3 years of experience in a customer focused work environment with proven problem-solving preferred.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
- Full Time
- Immediately
- New Paltz, NY 12561
- 5/2/24
BASIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assemble, set up, serve, break down and monitors continental breakfast food and beverages with a personable, courteous and professional manner.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
•Engage in a two-way communication and interact effectively with others, from a variety of social, emotional, cultural and intellectual backgrounds
•Answer guest questions with accurate information and demonstrate a friendly and helpful personality by smiling, eye contact, initiating conversation and engaging with others.
•Set up buffet(s) in a timely fashion, before the beginning of service, according to standards or as directed by management.
•Inspect the buffet areas by touch, sight, sound and smell for conformance to prescribed standards of setup and replenishment.
•Maintain the appearance of the buffet and location at all times during service. Replenish all items on the buffet as needed.
•Clean up all spills as quickly as possible.
•Fulfill guest requests for food and beverage items accurately by serving and presenting menu items in a neat and appetizing manner.
•Clear the buffet(s) after the meal. Clean the equipment and return it to secure storage.
•Clean the location according to standards and leave the area presentable and ready for next use.
•Maintain and clean all buffet storage areas on a daily basis as directed by management.
•Anticipate guest's needs and meet them before you are asked.
•Maintain a presence at the location, greet guests in a friendly manner, and be approachable and informative at all times.
•Take responsibility for all Mohonk Mountain House equipment and supplies. Be careful to prevent loss and abuse of any items you use.
•Maintain a polite and pleasant personality.
•Work under crowded noisy conditions and to navigate around guests with loaded trays and potentially hot items.
•Work productively alone and without supervision when necessary.
•Handle small delicate equipment/objects without extraneous movement, contamination or destruction.
•Perform basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
•Answer phones and take food and beverage orders from guests.
•Enter guest orders in a Point of Sale Terminal and enter special requests such as dietary restrictions, allergies, etc.
•Learn standard menu items, describe to the guest in detail and answer guest questions.
•Provide recommendations and suggestions aimed at enhancing the satisfaction of diners such as recommendations about wine pairings.
•Adhere to Mohonk Mountain House’s Dress and Grooming Standards; presenting a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance and maintaining a positive, professional image to our customers.
•Learn and successfully demonstrate the Mohonk Mountain House Service Steps with Service Strategies with guests and staff.
•Learn and retain knowledge of historical facts and information about Mohonk Mountain House.
•Develop and maintain positive working relationships with other staff.
•Speak, read and write the English language and communicate in a clear and congenial manner, with our guests, visitors and employees. Hear verbal instructions, directions and warnings.
•Reach with hands and arms, bend, kneel, stoop, twist and flex arms, walk up and down stairs/inclines, sit, climb up/down ladders or stand for up to 5 hours at a time.
•Negotiate stairs up and down, and uneven pathways while carrying service trays up to 20/lbs.
•Maneuver carts or dollies safely with loads up to 200 pounds up and down stairs, elevators, through passageways or outdoors up to 500 feet.
•Lift up to 50 pounds from ground level to waist level and carries a distance of up to 75 feet with/ without assistance. Walk up to 7 miles per day.
•Lift and carry 25-35 lbs. to public areas within the hotel.
•See close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
•Maintain a flexible work schedule including days/nights, weekdays/weekends, holidays, and during peak periods of business.
•Demonstrate regular, predictable and punctual attendance during regularly scheduled work hours.
•Work a varying schedule, sometimes on short notice, when needed.
QUALIFICATIONS:
•Knowledge of Food and Beverage or Hospitality industry a plus.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
- Full Time
- Immediately
- New Paltz, NY 12561
- 4/23/24