Director of Training and Quality

Description

The Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills is seeking a dynamic leader to become their next Director of Training and Quality.

A landmark escape like no other, there will be no equivalent. The Forbes Five Star Award winning Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills offers the very best in California lifestyle and luxury. Its unique design will reinforce its pedigree of true distinction in creating those unforgettable experiences. Through sophisticated design and style, guests will experience a truly timeless, elegant experience that is uncompromising to perfection. Genuine, unobtrusive and highly anticipatory service will inspire within our guests a feeling of belonging. Through authentic interactions and anticipatory service, our guests will experience a strong yearning to return.

What will I be doing?

As Director of Training & Quality Assurance with The Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills you would be responsible for directing and administering the training and professional development function in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability. Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Oversee and administer all training and professional development functions to include, but not limited to, creating and/or developing course content, facilitating and/or conducting training sessions/workshops, planning and implementing corporate and hotel training initiatives, conducting needs assessments, measuring training effectiveness and ensuring on-the-job application of service, leadership, specialty and department-specific training initiatives.
• Plan and conduct meetings with department managers, property trainers and team members to review performance trends, to develop appropriate action plans and to provide appropriate recognition.
• Monitor all departmental training programs and assist departmental trainers in conducting pre-shift audits, executing job skills checklists, and utilizing brand service toolkit training.
• Track, input, maintain and audit all individual team member training records to ensure full compliance with established corporate Quality Assurance standards.
• Develop an annual training calendar and compile periodic reports (i.e. monthly, quarterly, etc.) of training activity.
• Assist with Human Resources functions, as needed.

Requirements

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 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!

The Benefits – Hilton is proud to have an award-winning workplace culture ranking #1 Best Company To Work For in the U.S. We support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can Thrive personally and professionally in a diverse and inclusive environment, thanks to innovative programs and benefits. Hilton offers its eligible team members a comprehensive benefits package including: