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5 WAYS TO MAKE EMPLOYEES LOVE THEIR JOBS

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It’s no secret that employees want to love their jobs and when they love their jobs, it ultimately means less turnover for your business.  Whether you’re looking to increase employee performance for your longstanding restaurant or are just starting out on a new venture and at the core deeply desire to build a highly desired work culture, you are the key to making employees

love their jobs.
We’ve rounded up five sure-fire ways to help your employees love working for you:
1. Money speaks, but so do other benefits. Love what you’re seeing from a manager? Appreciate it with a small raise in salary.  Along with a higher paycheck, offer benefits of all types that help to engage employees in your company – whether it be a free meal during each shift or a company wide dinner on you, no strings attached, offer the perks.  Employees go where they are given the most, and that includes what is offered beyond just a paycheck.
2. Did you know what technology you have impacts employees view of working for you? Whether it’s the latest software or computers, employees view the technology that aids their job as a huge part of their decision to stay or go.  Get the latest, keep it cutting edge.
3. You want employees to see you as a leader? Cancel the useless meetings and when you do have mandatory meetings, make them worth it. It all goes back to item #1 on this list, employees want benefits and not just cash. Try catering a local competitor for your next mandatory staff meetings – see how it encourages your own staff to “step up their game” and stay above the competition. Plus, your employees will love a free treat and appreciate the time they didn’t spend in hours of meetings boasting of low productivity!
4. Go beyond what happens inside your four walls. Each employee you hire has personal goals and ideas for where they see their future going. Engage in conversations to help make their goals happen. As an employer you hold the power to develop leadership skills which can prepare each employee for their next step. Get creative about how you can offer extra responsibilities to create outstanding character and prepare them for what’s to come.
5. Tune in! It’s time you start listening to employee suggestions. Sure you’ve held that annual staff meeting where you note down suggestions, but listening to employees goes far beyond that. Need a place to start? Hang up an “Idea Board” where employees can easily write up problems and solutions to help make their jobs better – and follow through with helping to make solutions a reality.
After all it’s no surprise that employees who like their job, enjoy the company culture and respect who they work for will ultimately perform better.  Get started today creating simple and smart ways for employees to speak up and be heard, feel appreciated for their hard work and enjoy their job on a multitude of levels.

THE LIFESTYLE OF SEATTLE

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Seattle is only the beginning.   Beyond looking for a new career, look for a new destination to plant and root yourself in as part of growing professionally while enjoying your lifestyle to the fullest.
As a resident of Seattle you’re in for an all around exceptional lifestyle thanks to your Pacific Coast location.  You’ll never get over the view of the mountains with Mt. Rainier and the Cascades in sight if it’s a clear day in your backyard.  Plus, when the warm months finally arrive and it’s summer in Seattle, it’s amazing. It’s hot and sunny, but rarely humid or muggy – so say goodbye to all that frizzy hair you may know a little too well living in the Midwest.  But may we be the first to warn you to take note, Seattle is not made for snow.
Spend your weekends meeting new friends at the famous Pike Place market where it’s a one stop shop for fresh flowers, seafood, produce and more!
And when it’s back to the workweek, kickstart your morning with a jolt, as Seattle holds the most coffee shops per capita in the United States, so you won’t be without that warm cup of coffee to get you going each day.
 Engaging in Pacific Coast Hospitalities job openings can launch you into the Seattle market that tops any hospitality job in a traditional standpoint.  Be presented with a career where there is opportunity to maximize the skills you know you portray, and discover a greater passion behind your work.
 
Explore the possibility of reaching an optimal work-life balance from the many benefits of living in the Pacific Northwest region. 
 
Explore the reality that your work matters.  What you do and the decisions you make will have a direct impact on results with the career openings we are currently looking to fill.
 
Explore a career that will not be incidental, but will be the path you choose and don’t regret. 
Seattle, a location PCH places top hospitality candidates regularly and with confidence.  With open positions for Restaurant Managers and Chefs alike, find your place to come alive and design your perfect career centered around an exciting and growing city.

AMERICA'S BEST EATS

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America has spoke up! From East to West Coasts, the cities with the best food may surprise you.
To be a great food city, it helps to have a large body of water nearby, a classic dish or three, and a population with a fondness for drink.
 Measured by the Washington Post against a set of standards – for creativity, community and tradition, among other criteria – it’s here,  The Top 10 list of America’s Best Food Cities.
Ranking at the top, the Pacific Coast hosts a surplus of cities for dinning with specialty.  Claiming the top three spots, San Diego and Los Angeles follow Portland as America’s best food city.
Surprising? While normally the assumption of New York or Chicago would quickly come to mind, the Pacific Coast region is making a rise and a name for its’ grub.

Portland’s food scene does not disappoint, while continually keeping things a little more green with a strong reputation for being a republic of tree huggers with a surplus of dishes featuring local grown produce.  As one of the best places to enjoy everything from specified menus created by world renowned chefs to longstanding home style establishments, your pallet won’t go dull – and it’s no wonder Portland has been ranked America’s best food city.
What’s this mean for restaurant businesses and candidates looking for a career in the industry?
 The time is here to rise beyond the expectation of the nations best plates and explore future possibilities for new dining experiences.
Whether you’re on the horizon of expansion and need top chefs, restaurant mangers or are looking to expand your career to another level, we can help.
After 30 years of restaurant management hiring, we have the passion, the know-how and the network to bring you the best, fast.

AMERICA’S BEST EATS

by

America has spoke up! From East to West Coasts, the cities with the best food may surprise you.
To be a great food city, it helps to have a large body of water nearby, a classic dish or three, and a population with a fondness for drink.
 Measured by the Washington Post against a set of standards – for creativity, community and tradition, among other criteria – it’s here,  The Top 10 list of America’s Best Food Cities.
Ranking at the top, the Pacific Coast hosts a surplus of cities for dinning with specialty.  Claiming the top three spots, San Diego and Los Angeles follow Portland as America’s best food city.

Surprising? While normally the assumption of New York or Chicago would quickly come to mind, the Pacific Coast region is making a rise and a name for its’ grub.

Portland’s food scene does not disappoint, while continually keeping things a little more green with a strong reputation for being a republic of tree huggers with a surplus of dishes featuring local grown produce.  As one of the best places to enjoy everything from specified menus created by world renowned chefs to longstanding home style establishments, your pallet won’t go dull – and it’s no wonder Portland has been ranked America’s best food city.
What’s this mean for restaurant businesses and candidates looking for a career in the industry?
 The time is here to rise beyond the expectation of the nations best plates and explore future possibilities for new dining experiences.
Whether you’re on the horizon of expansion and need top chefs, restaurant mangers or are looking to expand your career to another level, we can help.
After 30 years of restaurant management hiring, we have the passion, the know-how and the network to bring you the best, fast.

Arriving at a Destination Lifestyle Career

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Did you know??….

Studies by the World Travel & Tourism Council show that the hospitality industry is the world’s largest employer worldwide hiring one in 12 workers, and this number is set to grow.

The chances are, if you’re reading this, you’re one of them, working as part of this vast hospitality industry, serving, managing, cooking, etc. You probably also know exactly why your industry is so popular, and why so many people want to work in it. Yes, the shifts can be long and tiring, but you’ll rarely find someone with a hospitality career who doesn’t have a passion for it.

The hospitality industry offers a surprisingly wide variety of jobs across a broad range of sectors, but what REALLY is the lifestyle of a career in the hospitality industry entail?

Working in a hotel is just one of the many avenues a career in the hospitality industry could host. Offering a variety of careers in positions including tourism boards, online travel companies, destination lodging hotspots, spas, fine cuisine establishments and even vineyards all can fall under the category for employing the hospitality industry.

As an ever-growing field with many opportunities to develop and obtain management positions, the potential for growth does not top out. With a desire to give exemplary customer service, work hard and be a team player, many people can find rewarding management careers in the hospitality industry.

With working for a private owned company to one of the Pacific West’s most desirable outdoor recreation resort communities, the reality of work life balance can be achieved. Living in a city where tourism is popular and the rate of pay for your hard work matches the grade for a quality life, your career won’t leave you wishing for more. Plus, as the industry continues to boom, the competition for top careers in the nations most beloved locations will increase long after you already have been placed ahead of the competition.

Beyond the workplace, the ability to explore your surroundings, meet people from all over, live in a spectacular setting, and discover new passions will only be the beginning of the benefits.

We are seeking a talented and ambitious candidates with excellence in motivating and coaching a talented staff to deliver an outstanding experience to guests while upholding top-notch standards in food and beverage quality.

Whether looking for a career advancement or uproot from your current location, maybe the hospitality lifestyle holds an opportunity for you? Apply today.

Five Big Job Interview Don’ts

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Job hunting can be a long and stressful process. Finally getting the call for an interview should be exciting news, but for many people it brings on a new wave of stress and anxiety. If you want to put your best foot forward, take a deep breath and be sure to steer clear of these big interview don’ts.

 

 

Don’t show up disheveled and sloppy. We’re all taught not to judge a book by it’s cover, but the truth is that in a job interview your appearance will be the thing that interviewers notice first. Appropriate work attire varies greatly between companies, but a little research before hand should let you know if you’re headed into a casual jeans enviroment or something more upscale. Most interviewers will forgive you for being slightly over or underdressed, but rolling straight out of bed- sloppy is a different story. Be sure to plan enough time into your day to arrive with well-groomed hair, trimmed nails, and wrinkle-free clothing. Looking like a slob can communicate to the interviewer that you don’t respect the company or the opportunity enough to take the time to put your best foot forward.

 

Don’t be clueless about the hiring company. If you’ve taken the time to apply for the job, it should me that you’re interested in being a part of their company. Spend a few hours in the days before your interview to do a little research on the business and even the hiring manager, if possible. Chances are that you will be asked if you have any questions about the company, and being able to ask an informed question will show that you take initiative and are serious about the opportunity. Walking into an interview with no knowledge of the company can come across as insulting and will make the hiring manager question if you’re even interested in the job at all.

 

Don’t freeze up. Interviews are stressful for everyone, but even more so for shy personalities and people with anxiety. It can be a natural tendency to feel nervous and want to stay quiet and get the process over as quickly as possible. But this is your one chance to show the hiring manager that you can be an asset to their company, and that’s virtually impossible when you freeze up. If your nerves tend to take over in an interview, spend a little time practicing in the days leading up to it. Go over common questions and think of how you might answer them. On the day of the interview remember to breath, look the interviewer in the eye, and try to avoid one word answers.

 

Don’t dominate the conversation. This is the polar opposite of freezing up, but it is usually a result of the same nerves and anxiety. You’re told to spend time practicing what you might say and to research the company before hand, but how do you apply those things once in the interview? You wait for the questions to be asked! You don’t want to walk into the room and begin talking as if it is a one-sided monologue rather than an interview. Even if you’re saying all the right things, dominating the conversation can feel exhausting for the hiring manager and be a major turn off. If nerves tend to make you talk more, try to focus on remembering to let the interviewer lead the conversation and maybe even ask him or her questions pertaining to the position to help engage in conversation.

 

Don’t stretch the truth. Everyone wants to put their best foot forward and deliver the best resume, but in the age of mass information it’s easier than ever to fact check anything you tell an interviewer. If there is anything less than impressive in your work history, it is best to take the high road and offer a simple, yet non-defensive explanation. Your trustworthiness is of the most importance and is a quality that any interviewer will want to see.

 

Job hunting is hard enough, don’t make it any more difficult than it has to be. If you keep these five things in mind as you prepare for your interview, then you’ll have a great shot at landing the job that you really want!

IT’S ALL ABOUT THE DESTINATION:

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Destination weddings, vacation, homes and more…. turn on any TV channel, or pick up a magazine at the checkout line of the grocery and you’ll be quick to see the craze for destination anything.  There’s something exotic and spectacular about traveling and visiting some of the world’s most unique and enjoyable resorts, restaurants, tourist spots and more.
What drives tourist to these destinations? Besides world class accommodations for a destination stay, service and cuisine.  The quality of service guest enjoy greatly determines their experience.  Do you have what it takes to develop a team of exceptional service providers who are keen to tune into the details that matter??  Or is your specialty behind the scenes preparing a multi course meal that encompasses the local flavors in an exceptional way?
Pacific Coast Hospitality is looking for top candidates to fulfill these destination like hospitality establishments.  From mountain resorts in Montana to the beaches of Hawaii, our job openings require trained and eager candidates who have both experience and expertise in their industry.

IT'S ALL ABOUT THE DESTINATION:

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Destination weddings, vacation, homes and more…. turn on any TV channel, or pick up a magazine at the checkout line of the grocery and you’ll be quick to see the craze for destination anything.  There’s something exotic and spectacular about traveling and visiting some of the world’s most unique and enjoyable resorts, restaurants, tourist spots and more.
What drives tourist to these destinations? Besides world class accommodations for a destination stay, service and cuisine.  The quality of service guest enjoy greatly determines their experience.  Do you have what it takes to develop a team of exceptional service providers who are keen to tune into the details that matter??  Or is your specialty behind the scenes preparing a multi course meal that encompasses the local flavors in an exceptional way?
Pacific Coast Hospitality is looking for top candidates to fulfill these destination like hospitality establishments.  From mountain resorts in Montana to the beaches of Hawaii, our job openings require trained and eager candidates who have both experience and expertise in their industry.