Title: Character Counts. Through the Flagstaff Chamber of Commerc
1Coconino High and Radisson Woodlands Partnership
2- Through the Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce my
Culinary Arts classes, at Coconino High School,
were partner with the Radisson Woodlands Hotel in
a program known as Skills for Success. Our
partnership began on November the 6th with a
visit to the classroom by General Manager, Mr.
Javier Solis Assistant General Manager, Mr.
Scott Thomson Human Resource Manager, Ms. Trina
Carpenter and Executive Chef, Mr. Reg Clemente. - Each took a few minutes to describe how they had
arrived at their jobs, what their duties were in
those positions, what they looked for in
employees and finished with a presentation on
several Pillars of Character, which the Skills
for Success program is based on. - Next, the classes were invited to travel to the
Radisson for a behind the scenes look at the
workings of a hotel and its restaurants.
Students were divided into four groups and guided
through each of the departments. In the kitchen
students were treated to the opportunity to make
their own pizza for lunch. This was over seen by
none other than the Executive Chef, Mr. Reg
Clemente. - Our visit concluded with lunch in one of the
banquet rooms and a presentation on the remaining
Pillars of Character. - Both activities were a great success and positive
experiences for all involved.
3Radisson Woodlands Visit
4Maintenance Presentation made by Chief
Engineer, Mr. Dave Murray
- The Maintenance Department
5The Kitchen Students prepare their own lunch
with the help of Executive Chef, Mr. Reg
Clemente.
6The Restaurants--Future Chefs???Presentation
made by Food and Beverage Manager, Ms. Leticia
Alcantara
7Behind the Front DeskPresentation conducted by
Front Office Manager, Ms. Gina Leingang
8The Laundry Room and HousekeepingPresentation
made by Executive Housekeeper, Ms. Lorenda Foster
and Housekeeping Supervisor, Ms. Candice Smith
9One of the Hotels Guest RoomPresentation made
by General Manager Mr. Javier Solis
10Banquet Rooms and LunchPresentation made by
Banquet Manager, Mr. Mike Sherman
11Mr. Solic presents the Six Pillars
12Mr. Solis and Mr. Ashcroft are asked to
demonstrate their Pizza Dough tossing technique???
13Thanks to Mr. Solis and his Fantastic Staff for
visiting us at Coconino High and for inviting us
to the Radisson WoodlandsThanks also to the
group tour guides, General Manager, Mr. Javier
Solis Assistant General Manager, Mr. Scott
Thomson Human Resources Manager, Ms. Trina
Carpenter and Controller, Ms. Lynnie Bizardie.