Job description
Summary
Thompson Seattle is a luxury hotel located in the heart of the Pike Place Market district. Conversation Kitchen + Bar within Thompson Seattle is seeking an enthusiastic, self-motivated, high energy leader to take this concept to the next level.
Conversation is curated to foster a sense of community. We provide an array of thoughtfully prepared and approachable dishes made with fresh local produce, farm-raised proteins, and the best ingredients the Pacific Northwest has to offer.
At Thompson, a Hyatt brand, we believe our guests select us because of our caring and attentive colleagues who are focused on providing authentic hospitality and meaningful experiences to each every guest. Thompson is a place where high expectations aren't just met-they're exceeded. It's a place of outstanding rewards, where talent opens doors to exciting challenges in the hospitality industry. It's a place where career opportunities are as unlimited as your imagination. Discover your place to shine in our warm, respectful, and inclusive culture.
We look for operators who can quickly adapt and move seamlessly in an environment with a culture that embraces the pillars of our brand. This person should have a passion for hotels and restaurants, a heart for exceptional service, and can best express that belief in an atmosphere of spontaneity and authenticity. If you love to travel, you’ll be happy to hear we have more than 1,000 Hyatt Hotels worldwide, giving you limitless opportunities to experience new adventures right here in the Pacific Northwest and beyond.
If you’re still reading, this is the place for you! Your goals, as General Manager of Conversation Restaurant: Manage the day-to-day operation, take ownership of the quality of service provided and perpetuate the growth and development of the team members who contribute to our success, and have fun!
Hyatt employees work in an environment that demands exceptional performance, yet reaps great rewards…whether it's career opportunities, job enrichment or a supportive working environment. If you are ready for this challenge, then we are ready for you.
Qualifications
The General Manager of Conversation Restaurant Responsibilities may include:
- Supports and Manages Conversation Kitchen + Bar while working closely with the Director of Operations and other hotel departments
- Responsible for short and long term planning of Conversation, potentially including the Restaurant , the Lounge, and In Room Dining
- Ensure effective hiring, training, development, promotion and continuous reinforcement
- Lead and coach the team towards achieving exceptional guest service and employee satisfaction results
- Full understanding of colleague engagement
- Develop and implement creative strategies for revenue enhancement and cost containment
- Develop and recommend the budget, marketing plans and objectives. Manage within those approved plans
- Responsible for maintaining a high energy, positive, professional appearance
- Plan, coordinate & manage special events and holiday functions
- Ability to take the initiative to run Conversation as a free standing entity
Qualifications:
- Full Time Management Position that requires full flexibility, ability to work weekends and holidays and a varied schedule
- A true desire to understand and anticipate the needs of others in a fast paced environment
- Refined verbal and written communication skills
- Must be proficient in general computer knowledge, including a working knowledge of point of sale systems
- Candidates should be extremely detail oriented and organized
- Candidates should possess proven leadership skills
- Candidates should possess strong food and beverage knowledge. Beverage knowledge should include wine, spirits and beer
- Hotel experience and a thorough understanding of restaurant service
- Previous experience as an Assistant Restaurant Manager or a Restaurant Supervisor preferred
- Must possess the following strengths: high energy, entrepreneurial spirit, motivational leader, effective communicator, and effective in providing exceptional customer service
The Thompson Seattle Offers GREAT Benefits!
- Health Benefits such as Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
- 401k Retirement Plans
- Subsidized ORCA Pass
- Employee Stock Purchasing Program
- Tuition Reimbursement of $1,000.00 per calendar year
- Hyatt Discounted Room Nights at Hotels around the world!
- Complimentary cleaning of uniforms
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