Restaurant Host - The Willard InterContinental Washington

Negotiable
Experience
Unlimited
Job Type
Full Time
Location
Portugal, Ave
Job Description

About Us 

 

style="color: black; font-family: "Arial Nova", sans-serif;"> style="font-size: 10pt;">IHG Hotels & Resorts  style="color: black; font-family: "Arial Nova", sans-serif;"> style="font-size: 10pt;">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.

 

style="margin-bottom: 0in;">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="color: black; font-family: "Arial Nova", sans-serif;"> style="font-size: 10pt;">Each of our hotels cultivates a distinctive style
and ambience where we embrace every opportunity to give our guestsunforgettable
and unparalleled experiences. 

 

About the hotel

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style="color: black; font-family: "Arial Nova", sans-serif;"> style="font-size: 10pt;">The Willard InterContinental Washington, DC is one
of the most iconic hotels in the Nation’s Capital.

Since 1818, the Willard InterContinental Hotel has played host to the world’s
social and political elite. Often referred to as the ‘Residence of Presidents’,
The Willard has welcomed U.S. presidents, foreign dignitaries and celebrities,
as well as has been the site of many historic moments in U.S. history. Located
in the heart of the nation's capital on Pennsylvania Avenue, the Willard
continues to be the hotel of choice for heads of state and leaders of
the world's business, cultural, social and political
sectors. 

 

style="margin-bottom: 0in;">About
the Restaurant Host position

 

style="font-size: 10pt;">Truly memorable restaurant experiences don’t just come
from delicious dishes, fine dining and exquisite ambiance. Which is why we’re
searching for a new Restaurant Host confident in delivering unforgettable
experiences through a warm welcome, inspired recommendations and seamless
service from starter to dessert and beyond.

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style="color: black; font-family: "Arial Nova", sans-serif;"> lang="EN-GB" style="font-size: 10pt;">A little taste of your
day-to-day

 

style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Every day
is different, but you’ll mostly be:

  • Striving to make every
    meal truly memorable for our guests by welcoming them with high standards
    and our signature flare

  • Owning your station and keeping it well stocked and making sure it’s
    always a clean and safe place to work

  • style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 5pt;"> style="color: black; font-family: "Arial Nova", sans-serif;"> lang="EN-GB" style="font-size: 10pt;">Helping with clearing tables and other
    duties when the team needs you

  • style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 5pt;"> style="color: black; font-family: "Arial Nova", sans-serif;"> lang="EN-GB" style="font-size: 10pt;">Minimising waste and keeping your
    supervisor or duty manager in the loop about any unsafe equipment, low supplies,
    or safety incidents

  • Taking on ad-hoc duties to keep the service running
    smoothly

 

style="margin-bottom: 0in;">What we need from you

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  • The
    strength to lift, push and pull big objects up to 50lbs (23 kg) which can also
    involve bending and kneeling 

  • style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 5pt;"> style="color: black; font-family: "Arial Nova", sans-serif;"> lang="EN-GB" style="font-size: 10pt;">A good grasp of reading, writing and basic
    maths 

  • The flexibility to work night, weekend, and holiday
    shifts 

  • Great communication – you’ll be warm, welcoming, and easy to talk
    to 

  •  

    style="margin-bottom: 0in;">What you
    can expect from us

     

    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 a full uniform, impressive room
    discounts and some of the best training in
    the business. 

     

    style="margin-bottom: 0in;">The hourly pay rate
    for this role is $26.79.

    This rate is only applicable for jobs to be performed in Washington, DC. This
    is the starting rate we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at
    the time of this posting. We may pay more or less than the posted rate, and
    the rate 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. 

     

    style="margin-bottom: 0in;">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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    style="color: black; font-family: "Arial Nova", sans-serif;"> style="font-size: 10pt;">You can apply for this role through the link below (or
    through the internal career site if you are a current
    employee). 

     

    style="margin-bottom: 0in;">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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    style="color: black; font-family: "Arial Nova", sans-serif;"> style="font-size: 10pt;">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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    style="color: black; font-family: "Arial Nova", sans-serif;"> style="font-size: 10pt;">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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    style="font-family: "Arial Nova", sans-serif;">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, recognised and respected –
    wherever they are in the world.

    Want to be part of the journey?

     

    Don't quite
    meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for
    the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey
    with us today.