/C O R R E C T I O N from Source -- Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts/
10 1월 2007 - 5:52AM
PR Newswire (US)
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follows: TORONTO, Jan. 9 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- When management
at Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto started the
hiring process, the response was overwhelming. Three thousand
people applied for the 300 jobs available at the Hotel, which
opened last January. "In North America and around the world, when
we open a new hotel or resort, we are fortunate that so many people
have an interest in working for Four Seasons," said Isadore Sharp,
chairman and CEO, Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts. "We are truly
grateful for the recognition by our employees in FORTUNE magazine
each year. It has gone a long way to build our reputation as a top
employer." For the 10th consecutive year, Four Seasons is included
in FORTUNE magazine's list of the "100 Top Companies to Work For",
ranking 53rd. It is also considered an "All Star" company by the
magazine as it is one of only 18 organizations that have been on
the list every year since it launched in 1998. "There is no greater
endorsement than one that comes from your employees," said Nick
Mutton, executive vice president, human resources. "Over more than
40 years we have worked very hard to build a culture where our
people feel as respected and cared for as our guests and we're
honoured that they have recognized us in such a meaningful way."
"The 100 Best Companies to Work For" list is compiled for FORTUNE
by Robert Levering and Milton Moskowitz of the Great Place to Work
Institute in San Francisco, based on two criteria: an evaluation of
the policies and culture of each company, and the opinions of the
company's employees. The latter is given more weight; two-thirds of
the total score comes from employee responses to a 57-question
survey which goes to a minimum of 400 randomly selected employees
from each company. More than 100,000 employees from 446 companies
participated in the survey this year. It asks about things such as
attitudes towards management, job satisfaction, and camaraderie
within the organization. The remaining one-third of the score is
based on an evaluation of each company's demographic makeup, pay
and benefits programs, and culture. Companies are scored in four
areas: credibility (communication to employees), respect
(opportunities and benefits), fairness (compensation, diversity),
and pride/camaraderie (philanthropy, celebrations). Companies that
are at least seven years old and have 1,000 or more employees are
eligible for the list. Information about applying for the next list
can be found at http://www.greatplacetowork.com/. Four Seasons is
dedicated to perfecting the travel experience through continuous
innovation and the highest standards of hospitality. From elegant
surroundings of the finest quality, to caring, highly personalised
24-hour service, Four Seasons embodies a true home away from home
for those who know and appreciate the best. The deeply instilled
Four Seasons culture is personified in its employees - people who
share a single focus and are inspired to offer great service.
Founded in 1960, Four Seasons has followed a targeted course of
expansion, opening hotels in major city centres and desirable
resort destinations around the world. Currently with 73 hotels in
31 countries, and more than 25 properties under development, Four
Seasons will continue to lead the hospitality industry with
innovative enhancements, making business travel easier and leisure
travel more rewarding. For more information on Four Seasons, visit
http://www.fourseasons.com/. DATASOURCE: Four Seasons Hotels and
Resorts CONTACT: Nicola Blazier, Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts,
(416) 441-4301, ; Leanne Drago, Columbus PRCo New York, (212)
251-1015,
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