Hotel Management Trainee

About the role

Marcus Hotels & Resorts, a leading national hotel management company based in Milwaukee, WI, is seeking individuals for its 12-month, Marcus Leadership Development Program (MLDP).

Responsibilities

• Follow a structured rotation of assignments throughout the majority of departments on property to learn and understand the dynamic operations of the specific location and hospitality industry as a whole.
• Adhere to an established curriculum designed to develop leadership skills, business acumen, and a better understanding of operational standards.
• Participate in management and staff meetings while collaborating across departments and professional disciplines.
• Develop in-depth and regular rapport with guests, associates, and both corporate and property-based leadership.
• Opportunities for project work and task force assignments in your assigned and other locations.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled or have a degree from a college, university, 2 or 4-year program in hotel, restaurant, hospitality, tourism, food and beverage, etc., OR comparable industry experience and training.
• Must be open to relocation for program placement and following completion, should also be open to task force work assignments and opportunities.
• Able to interact with people at all levels of the organization in a professional manner.
• Possess strong interpersonal, verbal, analytical, and written communication skills.
• Desire to learn and contribute in a team-based environment.
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment while remaining organized and detail-oriented.
• Willing and motivated to learn new skills, tasks, and software systems to meet the changing demands of the industry.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds and stand/walk for extended periods.
• Must be able to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal, verbal, analytical, and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn and contribute in a team-based environment.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and stand/walk for extended periods.
• Flexibility to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

Benefits

• Relocation assistance including temporary housing upon arrival for up to 30 days.
• Hotel and movie theatre discounts at Marcus properties and Marcus Movie Theatres.
• Golf, Ski, Restaurant & Spa discounts.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance available after one month of employment.
• Eligibility for 401K participation, with company match, following one month of employment.
• Paid Time Off accrual immediately.

Pay

The Marcus Leadership Development Program is a full-time, paid development program.

Schedule

The program is full-time and ongoing for 12 months.