About Us
IHG Hotels
& Resorts is one
of the largest hotel companies in the world and one of the world’s leading hotel
and resort companies with a family of 19 brands. Our purpose – True Hospitality
for Good – comes to life in every one of our collections. With luxury
and lifestyle, we are taking it to new heights.
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Five
visionary brands - InterContinental, Regent Hotels, Six Senses, Vignette
Collection and Kimpton Hotels - make up our luxury collection. Individually,
they are icons. Together, they bring unforgettable and unparalleled experiences
to travelers in over 430 hotels and resorts in 100 countries around
the world.
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style="font-size: 10pt;">Having recently added a host of incredible properties
to our portfolio, we now stand as one of the world’s leading luxury operators.
Each of our hotels cultivates a distinctive style and ambience where we embrace
every opportunity to give our guests unforgettable
and unparalleled experiences.
About
the hotel
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style="font-size: 10pt;">A luxurious hotel destination at The Wharf on D.C.’s
Waterfront, the InterContinental Washington D.C. – The Wharf in the reimagined
Wharf neighborhood brings sophistication to its contemporary style. Perfectly
placed on the beautiful Potomac River, InterContinental Washington D.C. –
The Wharf enjoys the most incredible waterfront views of D.C. Steps away
from America’s political epicenter, the hotel embraces guests with
an exquisitely curated resort destination that reignites the river’s edge and
a captivating sanctuary in the center of The Wharf neighborhood, paying homage
to the maritime and industrial-working heritage of its setting. Featuring
a relaxing seasonal rooftop pool with striking Potomac River views and
the indulging full-service spa, The Spa at The Wharf, modern luxury, culture,
and a rich history combine in the Wharf neighborhood to create a perfect
atmosphere for guests and locals alike.
About the Director
of Banquets position
As our new Director
of Banquets, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of our banquet division.
You will develop and implement strategies to improve the department's
profitability while ensuring guest satisfaction in accordance to the hotel
standards. Always following government regulations concerning health,
safety or other requirements. You will work closely with the food
and beverage/culinary team and employees to successfully execute all banquet
operations.
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lang="EN-GB" style="font-size: 10pt;">A little taste of your
day-to-day
Works
with Manager and Human Resource Manager to ensure the departmental performance
of staff is productive.
Duties include:
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style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 107%;">Assists in planning for future
staffing needs Assists in recruiting in line with company
guidelines
Prepares detailed induction program for new staff
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current and guest focused set of departmental standards and procedures
and oversees their implementation
Ensures training needs analysis of Banqueting staff is carried out
and training programs are designed and implemented to meet
needs
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and formal performance appraisal discussions in line with company
guidelines
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staff, providing constructive feedback to enhance performance
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relations
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FinancialWorks
with F&B Director in the preparation and management of the Catering
Sales/Operations budget. Duties include:
Assists in coordinating the preparation of the banquet sales annual
budget
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and controlling departmental cost on an ongoing basis to ensure performance
against budget
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the hotel strategic plan, goals program
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experience
Assists in the co-ordination and monitoring of all meetings
and conference business
Assists in managing the standards and procedures of the department,
for instance, ensuring that business has been signed prior to commence
planning
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process
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for the conference and associated events Conduct room familiarizations and site inspections
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employees, facilities, sales and costs, to ensure maximum departmental profit
is achieved
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an on-going basis, the following, in an effort to ensure optimum
performance:
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and service
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satisfaction
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and Marketing
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and Beverage Director and the Executive Chef, the pricing and preparation
of banquet menus, and beverages and wine lists by taking into consideration such
factors as:
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requirements
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Trends
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Availability of Food and Beverage products
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operational condition and are cleaned on a regular
basis.
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0in;">
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facilities including banquet/convention space are cleaned, vacuumed,
and properly stocked according to anticipated business volume. Notify
engineering immediately of any maintenance and repair needs.
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goals. Respond in a courteous and prompt manner to all guest questions,
complaints and/or requests to ensure a high level of guest
satisfaction.
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Responsible Business
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and procedures and ensure all procedures are conducted safely and within
OH&S guidelines and ensure your direct reports do
the same
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to occupational, health and safety legislation, policies
and procedures
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0in;">
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first aid and fire and emergency procedures and operate equipment safely
and sensibly
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a hazardous situation and notify supervisors of potential
dangers
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in accordance with hotel requirements
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107%;">Accountability
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& Off premises) as per the desired standards and set benchmarks. Works
closely with Catering Sales team to achieve the department annual
budget
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plus 2 years of related experience, including supervisory experience (preferably
in banqueting operations), or an equivalent combination of education
and experience.
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from youBachelor’s degree / higher education qualification /
equivalent
4 years’ of related
experience in HR
Some supervisory experience also
preferred
Professional HR designation
preferred
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possible in all HR related matters
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local language(s) Other languages
preferred
What you can expect
from us
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style="font-size: 10pt;">We give our people everything they need to succeed.
From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range
of benefits designed to help you live your best work life – including impressive
room discounts and some of the best training in
the business.
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style="font-size: 10pt;">The salary range for this role is $115,000.00
to $125,000.00. This is the lowest to highest pay scale we in good faith believe
we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. This rate is only
applicable for jobs to be performed in Washington, DC. We may ultimately pay
more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future.
An employee’s pay position within the pay range will be based on several factors
including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications,
experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel
requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational
needs.
This job is also eligible for bonus pay. We offer a comprehensive package
of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401k,
and many other benefits to eligible employees.
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You
can apply for this role through the link below (or through the internal career
site if you are a current employee). Note: No amount of pay
is considered wages or compensation until earned, vested, and determinable.
The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form
of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in
the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at
the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.
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Our mission
is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference
and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels &
Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote
a culture of trust, support, and acceptance by always welcoming different
backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
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IHG Hotels
& Resorts gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow
and make a difference in a collaborative environment.
We know that to work well, we need to feel well – both inside and outside
of work – and through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting
wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace. So, join us and you’ll
become part of our ever-growing global family.
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At IHG Hotels &
Resorts, we’ve made a promise. As one of the world’s leading hotel groups, we’re
here to deliver True Hospitality for Good. Making our guests and colleagues feel
welcome, cared for, recognized and respected – wherever they are in the world.
Want to be part of the journey?
style="font-size: 10pt;">As the world’s first and most global luxury hotel
brand, InterContinental Hotels & Resorts has pioneered international travel
since the 1940s and we are passionate about sharing our renowned international
know-how and cultural wisdom in truly impressive surroundings. We all take great
pride in being genuine ambassadors of the InterContinental®️ brand and to
be part of the brand you will have a thirst for travel, a passion for culture
and an appreciation for diversity.
We create inspiring experiences for those seeking a richer perspective on
the world. If you’d like to embrace a world of opportunities, we’d like
to welcome you to the world’s most international luxury hotel
brand.
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a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button.
Start your journey with us today.
