Private Dining Manager Posted 06/16/2008

Downtown San Jose restaurant is looking for a Private Dining Manager. We are
looking for a self-starter who is familiar with the restaurant business or
has a great desire to learn. The job description is as follows:
Private Dining & Events Coordinator: Responsible for all private dining and
special event functions from the initial inquiry to the final payment for
event, and everything in between. The position requires a working
relationship with our Executive Chef and Restaurant Manager. The right
candidate will have the ability to negotiate with the customer to finalize
the event, and will be responsible for juggling numerous negotiations at
any given time. The Private Dining Manager will work on all details for the
event with the customer, and ensure that the event is properly set-up and
executed. The right candidate will have a polished, professional demeanor
and presentation, an eye for quality and attention to detail,
organizational skills, follow-up and documentation skills, and ability to
think outside the box. This position requires autonomy, so the right
candidate will be a self-starter who enjoys his/her job and fills extra
time with projects to do with the restaurant. This position also requires
basic office skills and some hostess shifts. Proficiency in Word and Excel
required. Proficiency in Publisher a plus.

Job Requirements:

A) A background in one or more of the following is preferred: serving,
bartending, hosting, Management, Food & Beverage, Event Planning

B) Basic computer skills. Experience with Microsoft Office Applications
(Word, Excel) a must

C) Dedicated to consistently driving high standards and achieving service
excellence.

D) Being flexible. Taking care of customers is a priority and often times
your flexibility of schedule and to perform many jobs is important.

E) Excellent written and verbal communication skills; you will be the point
person for all private dining events and emails and meeting should be
professional.

F) Excellent sales and negotiating skills. Most customers solicit
information from many different venues. It will be your responsibility to
care for the customer in a way to ensure they select us for their event.

G) Ability to interact with clients, guests, VIPs and staff in a
professional manner; you will be emailing, talking, and meeting with a wide
variety of people, you need to effectively communicate to a wide range of
personality types.

H) The ability to generate new business. Our Private Dining Manager should
not be one who waits for business to come in, but someone who is constantly
making contacts with new businesses and working to bring business in.

I) Excellent organizational and decision making skills.

J) Self-motivated and able to work independently.

I am the current Private Dining Manager and will be conducting interviews
based on resume and email. I am less concerned with a fancy resume as I am
a good fit for this position. Sometimes in this business, you deal with
unpleasant people. I am looking for someone with a “thick skin” who is
capable of working alone without losing sight of their job. This position
MUST be filled by a self-motivated individual. I will take at least one
week, if not two, to train the right candidate so that operations at our
restaurant can continue to run smoothly once I’m gone. I’d like to hire
someone no later than the middle of July.

Please email your resume to . Please include in
your email a note explaining why you’re applying for this position and a
little bit about yourself. If I do not respond within one week, please
email again to confirm that I’ve received your resume. Thank you so much! I
look forward to hearing from you.

SPECIAL EVENTS VENUE ASSISTANT Posted 06/11/2008

The Presidio Trust is a Federal government corporation that manages and protects the Presidio of San Francisco as part of the National Park System. The Trust is now accepting applications for the following Federal excepted-service position.

SPECIAL EVENTS VENUE ASSISTANT
Serves as on-site house manager for external, client-paid special events, and works as scheduled on an intermittent basis, frequently on weekends and during evening hours. Duties include ensuring that all rules and regulations identified in the special use permit issued for each venue are adhered to; working closely with all permit holders from set-up through the final check out; ensuring that all rules and regulations identified in the special use permit issued for each venue are adhered to; assuring that all historic and environmental guidelines for use and occupancy are adhered to; developing a basic familiarity with the physical plant of each venue, and using a working knowledge of on-the-spot solutions and providing remedies for such things as burned out light bulbs, plugged toilets, and spilled liquids; working with Park Police when parking problems arise or in instances where social situations or permit infractions cannot be otherwise resolved; opening and closing buildings, answering questions regarding private use of buildings, and showing public use areas of buildings to potential clients; monitoring catering and additional subcontractors during set up and break down of events; providing set-up and break-down of site and equipment for internal and external events as needed; moving, carrying and installing equipment for internal and external events, including outdoor sporting events; and lifting and moving heavy objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

Must wear casual business attire while on duty. This is a temporary position without benefits, not to exceed one year.

A valid driver’s license is required. Must be reliable, personable, and have the ability to meet and communicate with a diverse clientele.

The Presidio Trust is an equal opportunity employer, offering a competitive benefits package. To apply call (415) 561-5300 (Monday-Friday, 8 am – 5 pm) to request an application package, OR download the application from our website, http://www.presidio.gov/jobs , and mail the application to Human Resources, Presidio Trust, P.O. Box 29052, San Francisco, CA 94129-0052.

Bridal hair and makeup assistants Posted 05/09/2008

Busy Bridal business hair and makeup artist in Northern CA. Napa and San Francisco area looking for assistants. Preferably licensed estheticians or cosmetologists. I am looking for someone to carry equipment, set up, clean up and also help curl and set hair. Apply makeup depending on skill level. Talent a must. Will Train. $10 an hour. This is a weekend only position. Room to grow. Please send me an email and a description of your interest and experience.

Front Desk/Customer Service Person Posted 10/08/2007

Job Opening: Immediate Hire

The Purple Orchid Inn Resort and Spa in Livermore, CA is actively looking for a Front Desk/Customer Service Person.

Duties Include: Answering phones, making spa appointments and hotel reservations, customer relations and front desk operations.

Compensation package commensurate with experience.

Requirements:

Excellent Interpersonal Communication and phone Skills

Proficient in Microsoft word and excel—Knowledge of Insite and Resovation software is a plus

Must be a dependable proactive team player who is able to multi-task and think on their feet

Ability to work in high pressure /stressful situations on occasion

Must be able to have a flexible schedule and work weekends

Hospitality Experience is a plus

Please email, fax or mail your resume to , fax:
925-606-8880, or Purple Orchid Inn Resort and Spa, Attention: Front Desk
4549 Cross Road, Livermore, CA 94550.