Cruise and Gaming
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DIRECTOR OF FOOD & BEVERAGE - Fifteen plus years of Food &
Beverage experience with large hotel/casino properties in Las Vegas. Most
recently the Director of Operations overseeing all of this hotel/casino's daily
operations. His greatest strengths are his teaching and coaching abilities, as
well as staff and management training. His past positions include holding the
role of Director of Food & Beverage for one of the largest hotel properties
in Las Vegas, with 18 food and beverage outlets. The President, and most recent
employer states, "He is a self starter, did a great job opening new
restaurants. He is a great organizer and leader. Overall 10 out of 10."
Salary Open. Ref. #EW051009
SHORE EXCURSION MANAGER - Ten plus years experience in the
cruise industry. Began career as a Coordinator and advanced to Shore
Excursion Manager. Raised ships shore excursions an average of $30,000 per
cruise by upgrading oral and visual presentations, developing guest seminars,
and greatly improving the visibility of the department. Highly computer
literate, outgoing, natural sales personality who understands the high end
luxury market. BA. #BF07012505
VICE
PRESIDENT OF IT - Stellar career with two of the larger casino hotel
operators. Experience with International Hotel Company with properties in
7 countries. Most recently as CIO/VP of a 20 property resort/hotel/casino
management and ownership group overseeing a staff of over 100, of which 35 were
at the corporate office. Strategic planner, progressive leader, proactive
thinker; has the unique ability to build the corporate IT structure for a
growing company cost effectively and minimizing head count. Has designed
systems to maximize the company's e-commerce, loyalty marketing, business
intelligence with minimal impact on operations and guest experiences at the
company's diverse properties. BA. Extensive technology education,
Board of Directors experience. Salary $260K+ #BF10022601
FINANCIAL ANALYST - CASINO - Began career in the hotel industry,
progressed from Front Desk to Accounting. Was recruited to the gaming
industry by one of the largest east coast gaming companies. During his
career he has extensive experience with a variety of planning and analysis
models for the gaming industry. Has worked for 3 casinos with over 1000
slots during his 10 plus years career. BS & MBA #BF07012504
VICE
PRESIDENT OF MARKETING - Began career with Ad Agency overseeing three
prominent national accounts, including the hospitality industry. Rapidly
progressed through the ranks with a major cruise line. Has been
responsible for $20-300 Million marketing budgets during his career. High
profile, creative, promotion oriented individual who loves a challenge.
International experience with two European cruise lines. Salary $200K++ #BF07012503*
FOOD & BEVERAGE MANAGER - Experience on one of the top 5 world
renowned cruise ships. His resume includes extensive European training;
began his career in the Back of the House, progressed to Provision Master, and has
moved to the Front of the House as Food & Beverage Manager of this highly
rated, 5 diamond style cruise ship. Trained in all aspects of cruise
management, has worked as relief Assistant Hotel Director. Has a Maitre D'
presence, organization, planning, customer service, wine and food knowledge
and guest relations are his strengths. Salary Open. #BF07012502*
HOTEL DIRECTOR - Over 16 plus years in Food & Beverage Casino
& Hotel/Resort Management. Most recently Hotel Director for a very
upscale International cruise line with over 2,500 guests. His past
positions include Director of Food & Beverage for one of the largest hotels
in Las Vegas. His greatest strengths include teaching, coaching, and
management training. Truly an experienced individual. Salary
Open. #EW07012504
CHEF De CUISINE - European trained Chef with the highest standard of
excellence. This Chef has 25 plus years culinary knowledge and expertise
in the International cruise industry and with 4-5 star restaurant, hotel, and
resorts around the globe. He began his career with the prestigious 5-star
hotel in Austria. His strengths lie in his meticulous
food preparation, inventory and effective cost controls. He has a vast
knowledge of International cuisines through his experience throughout the world
(Germany, South Africa, Vienna, Canada, West Indies and the USA).
Bi-lingual in German and English and has a Bachelor's degree
in Culinary Arts from Innsbruck, Austria. Salary Open. #RHY07012502*
INTERNATIONAL ASSISTANT CRUISE DIRECTOR & ACTIVITIES MANAGER - 7
years cruise experience for well respected International cruise lines including
the Disney Cruise Line. Began his career in the cruise industry as an
entertainment performer with Disney and from there on has consistently been
promoted up the ranks and was an Assistant Cruise Director for a luxury
cruise line. This candidate is professional, out-going has solid public
speaking skills and is an expert in guest interaction, shipboard entertainment,
social, and shore excursion programs. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree and is open to new opportunities. Salary
$35K+ bonus. #RHY07012503*
RELIEF CAPTAIN - 20 plus years experience in the cruise
industry. Began as an Operations Director overseeing all operations of
this entertainment cruise company. Worked his way up to Relief Captain
aboard a prominent cruise line. Very successful individual in a variety of
cruise environments. BS Degree. Salary Open. #EW07012506
VICE PRESIDENT OF PORT & SHOPPING SERVICES - 15 years of sound
experience in the cruise industry in the areas of entertainment and revenue base
operations. He has sailed 8 ships worldwide and has a sound track record
in strategic direction, growth and development in retail concessionaires.
In addition to these characteristics, he has concrete experience in the
Management of Cruise Programming & Activities. He has successfully
managed the training and development of Cruise Directors and their shipboard
teams concentrating on the operations of Bar, Casino, Spa Services, Retail, and
Shore Excursion. He has successfully worked with Marketing Departments to
build new teams in the development and implementation of innovative concepts and
the creation of new ideas. He has a BA degree and is open to
new opportunities. Salary Open. #RHY07012507
CRUISE DIRECTOR - Extensive International experience in the Mediterranean,
Caribbean and SE Asia. Oversees a staff of 30. He is truly the
"Master of Ceremonies" on his ship, orchestrating the activities of a
diverse staff. Has developed innovative wedding and social programs, which
have been copied fleet wide. Excellent public speaker. BA.
Salary $86K #BF07012501*
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT - 20 plus years with cruise and travel
industries. Throughout his tenure began as a District Sales Manager with
Royal Caribbean and held many roles until his most recent position as Executive
Vice President with another cruise line. Managed hotel operations of $120
Million plus. Highly qualified Executive. BA Degree,
relocatable. Salary Open. #EW07012501
EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF - Over 10 year's professional experience in
high volume kitchens with prestigious corporations such as The Ritz Carlton and
The Bellagio Hotel in Las Vegas. This Executive Sous Chef is accustomed
to volumes over $10 Million in Food & Beverage and supervising staffs
of over 35+ employees. In addition to his high quality, upscale culinary skills,
he has excellent employee relations, strong knowledge of old world cuisine, is
an expert in menu planning and maintains a high level of creativity. He has
outstanding oral and written communication skills as well as superior relations
with customers, management, staff and vendors. This high energy Chef will be an
asset to your culinary team. BA. Salary $45K. Ref. #RH051010
DIRECTOR OF INTERNATIONAL SALES - 20 plus years sales experience in
the cruise and travel industry. He began his career as a Senior Financial
Analyst and worked his way up the ranks to Director of International
Sales. For the past 13 years, he has consistently increased sales for 4
well-respected and highly regarded cruise lines. He has exceeded
International revenue plans by $16 Million. He is professional and
confident in establishing relationships, formalizing contractual agreements and
addressing and correcting significant internal operation system limitations on
international and domestic levels. He has a BS degree This candidate is currently open to opportunities and
relocatable. Salary Open. #RHY07012501*
CORPORATE DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES - 7 plus years of progressive
hospitality and cruise industry Human Resource experience. Experience in
recruiting for a fleet of 20 plus International ships. Actively involved
in the integration of HRIS/Peoplesoft; set up psychological testing program for
senior staff; extensive experience in International and Domestic laws and
regulations. Dramatically decreased companies exposure to EEOC
issues. Directed a staff of 20 plus. Bilingual. MA, BS.
Salary $100K+. Ref. #BF060104
PROVISION MASTER/PURCHASING - 5 plus years of progressive experience
as Provision Master within the International cruise industry. Began his
career with Holland America as a Storekeeper and worked his way up through the
ranks to become a successful Provision Master with a prominent International
cruise line. Responsible for all shipboard purchasing and receiving of all
departments for a ship accommodating 2,000 plus guests. BA Degree.
Salary Open. #EW07012502*
VICE PRESIDENT/CORPORATE DIRECTOR OF FINANCE/MBA - 12 plus years
progressive gaming, financial management experience in corporate accounting and
finance. Began career with Hyatt Gaming, where he progressed to
Corporate Director of Finance. Experience with 8+ casino resort hotel
properties. Strong analytical and forecasting skills. BA, MBA in
Finance. Salary $150K+. Ref. #BF061130
DIRECTOR
OF FOOD & BEVERAGE - 10 plus years of food & beverage experience
within the cruise industry. Began his career as a Restaurant Manager with
P&O Princess Cruises and worked his way up to his most recent position as
Food & Beverage Director with an upscale, International cruise line.
Oversees 20 plus food & beverage outlets and oversees more than 500
employees. Real dynamic food & beverage professional with fine dining
and high volume experience. Salary Open. #EW07012503
HOTEL DIRECTOR - 15+ years cruise line experience. For the
past 9 years, this well respected Director has been instrumental in the start up
of three new cruise ships. Throughout his career he has lived on 14
different ships and has been responsible for the smooth and efficient management
of the overall operation. He is truly gifted in guest relations and has a
thorough understanding of the importance of involvement with all guest events,
accommodations and media affairs. He has a Bachelor's in Business
Administration in Marketing with a minor in Finance. Salary $60K. #RHY07012504
NATIONAL SALES MANAGER - National Sales Manager who started career in
the hospitality industry developing new business for 5-star hotels based on the west
coast. Currently representing an upscale International cruise line on the
west coast. Masters Degree. Salary Open. #EW07012505
ASSISTANT FOOD & BEVERAGE DIRECTOR (HOTEL & CASINO) - 10+
years of Hotel and Casino Food & Beverage Management experience in 3 highly
recognized prominent Casino properties. He is highly computer literate, customer
service driven. He has extensive opening experience, fine dining, beverage
management, and room service experience. Began his career at the opening of the Mirage
Hotel & Casino, rapidly progressed. He is a performance driven
individual, who is motivated by a challenge. Salary $66K. Ref. #BF051003
CORPORATE CHEF & HEAD TRAINER - 25 years experience in high
volume, award winning, culinary operations. Has 7 solid years management
experience with 2 luxury cruise lines as Corporate Chef and Head Trainer.
His responsibilities include evaluating all galley recruits for future shipboard
duties in compliance with company policy. This European trained Chef
has experience in all kitchen areas and is up with new trends, creativity and
finds it very rewarding to share this knowledge to all his team members.
Fluent in English and Italian. Obtained his Bachelors of Science degree in Culinary Science. Salary Open. #RHY07012505
VICE PRESIDENT OF FLEET PERSONNEL - 25 years of International &
Domestic Employee Relations experience in the cruise industry and destination
resorts. Began his career in Canada and throughout his career has
successfully managed and restructured senior management teams, offices and
resorts which significantly contributed to a positive upswing of $40 Million. He
has solid knowledge and skills in directing, recruiting, hiring, coaching, and
management practices. This highly seasoned Vice President developed and
maintains a strong relationship with the Seafarers Int'l Union and MEBA
(US flagged Officer Union) to ensure a smooth operation link while maintaining
his authority/freedom to operate business. He has a diploma of Science
Laboratory Technology and certification in Personnel Management from
Ontario. Salary $88K #RHY07012506
CORPORATE REVENUE/YIELD MANAGER - Manage and oversee
all Analysts and Yield Management for 20+ cruise ships. Manage all
inventory, maximizing revenues. Previous experience in Hospitality
industry in Group Sales. Creative thinker with a natural analytical
ability and a decisive department head. BA Salary Open. Ref. #BF060104
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