Manager vacancy in New Orleans USA

Director of Property Operations -Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel

The iconic Waldorf Astoria property in New Orleans The Roosevelt is seeking a Director of Property Operations to join the team!

Our luxury hotel offers an unparalleled combination of Southern hospitality world-class service and historic surroundings. As the centerpiece of the city the hotel is located near the French Quarter and within walking distance to the city's most vibrant attractions and entertainment including Jackson Square Bourbon Street and the Arts & Warehouse District.

Embodying the rich heritage of Southern hospitality this historic hotel features 504 rooms over 60000 square feet of meeting space and five (5) food and beverage outlets. This includes 2 restaurants a café a seasonal rooftop bar and in-room dining.

What will I be doing?

As the Director of Property Operations you will oversee the upkeep rehabilitation and maintenance of the entire hotel facility including the physical

building structure all mechanical electrical HVAC systems and related equipment following energy conservation and preventative maintenance programs.

Essential Functions:

• Conducts walk-throughs to visually and physically assess the safe and efficient maintenance and operation of the physical structure of the hotel all mechanical electrical H.V.A.C. systems and any other related equipment.

• Assigns and verifies completion of all routine maintenance on public spaces meeting rooms ballrooms outlets back of the house spaces and grounds. Assigns and verifies completion of all repairs replacement and renovation projects to public and back of house areas.

• Hires trains supervises allocates personnel communicates departmental/individual job goals and criteria of job performance appraises and if necessary disciplines department staff and all other staff under the direction of Property Operations such as Painters Carpenters Plumbers Upholsterers and Grounds Keepers etc.

• Informs General Manager and hotel department heads on a regular basis regarding the specific and overall condition of the building structure(s) related systems and equipment offering prudent and cost-effective proposals for maintaining the same. Accesses and inputs information into a computer and generate reports.

SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE SKILL AND ABILITY

The individual must possess the following knowledge skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Excellent knowledge of electrical systems components and devices HVAC systems boilers mechanical systems and the maintenance and repair of all.

• Skill in use of computers and software programs associated with Property Operations.

• Skilled in the proper and safe use of all tools equipment materials chemicals and products relating to the department.

• Excellent ability to communicate in the English language both verbally and written.

• Ability to remain informed on state-of-the-art developments affecting the safe and effective operation of the building facility.

What are we looking for?

Since being founded in 1919 Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today Hilton remains a beacon of innovation quality and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision Mission and Values. Specifically we look for a demonstration of these Values:

• Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.


• Integrity - We do the right thing all the time.


• Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.


• Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do.


• Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions.


• Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline.

In addition we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:

• Quality


• Productivity


• Dependability


• Customer Focus


• Adaptability

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations service amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!