About Us
Welcome to Element Orlando Universal Blvd., where we redefine the hospitality experience with our commitment to innovation, sustainability, and exceptional guest service. Located in the heart of Orlando's entertainment district, a stone's throw away from the iconic Wheel at ICON Park, our hotel is the ideal destination for travelers seeking comfort and convenience in a modern setting. At Element Orlando Universal Blvd., we are proud to be part of the Westin family, a brand known for its wellness and sustainability initiatives. Our hotel is designed with the ‘Healthy Actives’ traveler in mind, offering spacious, eco-friendly accommodations, state-of-the-art facilities, and thoughtful amenities that make every stay unforgettable. From our outdoor swimming pool to the 24-hour fitness center, free bike rentals, and BBQ facilities, we provide everything our guests need to feel relaxed, rejuvenated, and connected. Our commitment to sustainability is evident in every aspect of our operations. We are a proud participant in the Green Key Eco-Rating Program, reflecting our dedication to environmental stewardship and sustainable tourism practices.
We believe in making a positive impact on the planet and our community, and we invite our team members to join us in this mission. Our team is the heart of our hotel, and we believe in fostering a supportive, inclusive, and dynamic work environment where everyone can thrive. We value diversity, creativity, and a passion for service, and we offer comprehensive training and development opportunities to help our employees grow their careers. With competitive benefits, a culture of recognition, and the chance to be part of a global brand with endless possibilities, Element Orlando Universal Blvd. is the perfect place to build your career in hospitality.
If you're passionate about making a difference, delivering exceptional guest experiences, and being part of a team that values sustainability and wellness, we would love to hear from you. Join us in making every stay at Element Orlando Universal Blvd. a step towards a more sustainable and joyful travel experience. Discover more about the opportunities awaiting you at Element Orlando Universal Blvd. and embark on a rewarding career journey with us.
Overview
Lead, supervise, and direct the operations and financial activities of the hotel. Safeguard the asset. Help create and implement the culture of HEI Hotels and Resorts on the property level for the associates and guests.
Responsibilities
- Create and maintain a customer-driven hotel with a customer-keeping vision that inspires the hotel associates to do their best. Oversee the quality process to ensure customer satisfaction by consistent delivery of both product quality and service.
- Tour and visually inspect property on a daily basis. Monitor property condition, cleanliness, cost control, and quality of product and service throughout hotel.
- Travel to attend corporate meetings, sales trips and serve on committees such as Research, Development and Standards committee.
- Aid Human Resources with associate issues following HEI Hotel and Resorts' policies. Interview, hire, train, recommend performance evaluations, resolve problems, provide open communication and recommend discipline and/or termination when appropriate. Develop and delegate improvement plans for operation and review performance of management team.
- Participate in community affairs and maintain positive public image for the property and HEI Hotels and Resorts.
- Meet with potential and current clients to promote hotel.
- Active involvement in the Sales and Revenue Management function including but not limited to: following HEI Key Meeting SOPs (RevMax, Hot Prospects, Sales Strategy Meeting), involvement in Group site inspections and group closing process, review results from ESS/MPSI Measurement Tool.
- Guide other members of the Executive Committee, Management and staff to make sound business decisions is a critical portion of the responsibilities. Create and execute the financial objectives of the hotel.
- Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.
- Perform any other job related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Minimum 5 years of management experience, preferably in both Rooms and Food and Beverage.
- Knowledge of hotel operations, including marketing plans, security and safety programs, personnel and labor relations, preparation of business plans, repairs, maintenance, budget forecasting, quality assurance programs, hospitality law, and long-range planning.
- Ability to stand and move throughout hotel property and continuously perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences, such as effectively communicating with supervisors, coworkers, public etc.
Benefits
HEI Hotels and Resorts is committed to providing a comprehensive benefit program that offers you choices for your physical, mental and financial wellness, creating value in your most important investment - you! For your physical and mental wellness we offer competitive Medical and Dental programs through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as Vision insurance programs through EyeMed. Our Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs are available for you to rejuvenate with time off. For your financial wellness, HEI provides a wide array of coverage, including Supplemental, Spousal and Child Life insurance as well as Short and Long-Term Disability plans. Our 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds, and discounts through our 'YouDecide' and Hotel Room Discount programs provide additional incentives for choosing HEI as the employer of your future. Specific details and eligibility of these programs vary by location and employment status.
Work today, get paid today! We proudly partner with DailyPay, a voluntary benefit that allows our associates access to their earnings when they want them.
HEI Hotels and Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
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