Archive for June, 2009

The days of ‘rate integrity’ seem to be over at Four Seasons Hotels – “Pillow Fights at the Four Seasons “

By DAVID SEGAL
Published: June 27, 2009
TORONTO
ISADORE SHARP had a different coda in mind for the twilight of his career.
The 77-year-old founder and C.E.O. of Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, he was looking forward to some time with his wife, sons and grandchildren. A meticulous planner, he was carefully plotting his exit, and in 2007 he [...]

“Crystal-ball Gazing: Top trends in the hospitality industry”

Here are eight hot trends changing the face of the hospitality industry for job seekers.
1. Employers are raising the educational bar
2. Higher tech training is supplementing traditional approaches
3. The blogosphere is taking over
4. Internet job boards are the place to go, but you have to be on [...]

“A Future With Fewer Reservations”

Meghan Petersen
An interesting interview with Danny Meyer about the restaurant industry’s future.
New York restaurateur Danny Meyer is witnessing a turning point in his industry, amid the deepest and most persistent downturn in fine dining in his 24-year career. In recent months, Mr. Meyer, who owns Gramercy Tavern and Union Square Cafe, has seen the closing [...]

Norm Wolfson’s Tips on How To Get A Job

Norm’s Top Ten Tips

Your Resume
Assume that the Hiring Authority will only SCAN your resume. They will want to see your work history presented clearly and concisely in reverse chronological order. Provide technical details and brag where appropriate. Remember: NO GAPS, NO LIES, NO BS.
Your Cover Letter
Take the time to find out the name of [...]

Interviewing – Everything you’ve wanted to know (but were afraid to ask!)

Jennifer Mueller, MBA
Recruitment Consultant, Lecours Wolfson
As recruiters, it’s our job to source, screen and select the best candidates in the marketplace for our clients.  We offer candidates the opportunity to be introduced to leading hospitality and retail companies that often do not post their available positions.  At this point, candidates will go through various [...]