{"id":265534,"date":"2017-12-01T06:00:46","date_gmt":"2017-11-30T20:00:46","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.saipantribune.com\/?p=265534"},"modified":"2017-12-01T06:00:46","modified_gmt":"2017-11-30T20:00:46","slug":"265534","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.saipantribune.com\/index.php\/265534\/","title":{"rendered":"Getting to know our Hyatt colleagues"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>PENELOPE JONES<\/strong><br \/>\n<em>Personnel Officer<\/em><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-265539\" src=\"http:\/\/www.saipantribune.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Penny-Jones-1-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>When did you join Hyatt?<\/strong> August 13, 2007<\/p>\n<p><strong>Why do you like working with Hyatt?<\/strong> Hyatt is a great company. It has great benefits and loving and caring people. I also stay because I enjoy and take pride in what I do, and, most importantly, the new and great challenges ahead, the responsibilities that come with it, and the support I get from my colleagues. And the best part of the day is knowing that I\u2019ve made a difference today and look forward to tomorrow. No matter how hectic the day may seem, always maintain a positive outlook, be patient and continue smiling.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Where do you see yourself in five years (with Hyatt)?<\/strong> Besides slight wrinkles and grey hair, definitely with more responsibilities in a higher capacity. And I look forward to our continuous journey.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Please describe your experience with Hyatt.<\/strong> Hyatt has given me many opportunities. I\u2019ve learned so much not only with our daily operations but the mentorship of superiors. Without their (family, colleagues, and company) love and support, I wouldn\u2019t have made it this far. The people I work with are not just associates; I consider them family.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How would you describe to someone your experience with Hyatt?<\/strong> There may be times when I feel overwhelmed, times where I feel that it\u2019s not enough, times where I can do more, and the best part of it all is when I feel accomplished. Working for Hyatt not just because it\u2019s a \u201cbrand.\u201d Hyatt has standards that give you passion to do the things you can achieve, the challenges you encounter and challenges overcome. It\u2019s a company that cares for its employees and the company. Hyatt stands by its purpose: \u201cWe care for people so they can be their best.\u201d So if anyone asks me where I work, I\u2019ll proudly say, I work at Hyatt. With that, I am very thankful for the wonderful blessings, Hyatt, and it\u2019s wonderful associates.<\/p>\n<p><strong>PATRICIA MATAGOLAI<\/strong><br \/>\n<em>Assistant Manager, Kili Cafe<\/em><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-265540\" src=\"http:\/\/www.saipantribune.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Patricia-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>When did you join Hyatt?<\/strong> I joined Hyatt in September 2010, as a Club at the Hyatt clerk\/restaurant reservation admin.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What made you stay with Hyatt?<\/strong> Some join to build r\u00e9sum\u00e9 or for the international brand. For me, I stay because I love the challenge, the energy, and most of all, I love my team who has a similar goal to exceed guest satisfaction and showcase our island&#8217;s hafa adai hospitality.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Where do you see yourself in five years (with Hyatt)?<\/strong> I want to see myself working on getting a bachelor\u2019s and being an outlet manager at Kili Cafe &amp; Terrace.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Please describe your experiences at Hyatt.<\/strong> \u201cIf everybody wants happiness and no one wants pain, you can&#8217;t have a rainbow without a little rain.&#8221; Being part of Hyatt isn&#8217;t easy; it&#8217;s a whole lot of hard work and commitment. But at the end of it all, Hyatt gave me the training and the opportunity to be the Hyatt management member that I am today.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How would you describe to someone your experience with Hyatt?<\/strong> It&#8217;s rewarding. Being part of Hyatt family for seven-plus years now, I don&#8217;t see myself going anywhere else.<\/p>\n<p><strong>JESSE AUGON<\/strong><br \/>\n<em>Sous Chef<\/em><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-265541\" src=\"http:\/\/www.saipantribune.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Jesse-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>When did you join Hyatt?<\/strong> I joined Hyatt Regency Saipan on March 10, 2009.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What made you stay with Hyatt?<\/strong> I grew up during my eight years at Hyatt Regency Saipan. I have learned so much. I have encountered challenges that keep me focused on my career and development. There is no other hotel that makes you feel like a family. It is family-oriented and cares for you.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Where do you see yourself in five years (with Hyatt)?<\/strong> I see myself improving and become a better chef. I still a lot to learn and still have a lot to accomplish. Hyatt has great leadership and my goal is become one day become a leader in the hotel.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Describe your experiences at Hyatt.<\/strong> My experience are both challenging and inspiring. The challenge is because I have been in situations where I had to lead and I had to be creative and be sure on my actions and decisions. I got a chance to work with chefs with different backgrounds and cultures, chefs who show passion in every aspect, who create great food for our customers.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How would you describe to someone your experience with Hyatt?<\/strong> I have mentioned that Hyatt is like a family, with everyone helping you to achieve your goals. It is a great training establishment and you will get the best experience to become a better leader and person in the future.<\/p>\n<p><strong>GINO LIBUW<\/strong><br \/>\n<em>Club Elan Supervisor<\/em><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-265542\" src=\"http:\/\/www.saipantribune.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Gino-Libuw-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>When did you join Hyatt?<\/strong> Aug. 28, 2008<\/p>\n<p><strong>What made you stay with Hyatt?<\/strong> When I first joined the company, it was just a working place for me. It didn\u2019t feel encouraging. Years went by and things have changed. I now feel like the company is my second home. My colleagues are like brothers and sisters to me. I started to notice that I would learn new things everyday and meet different people. Also, the trainings that we had made me want to stay and learn more.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Where do you see yourself in five years (with Hyatt)?<\/strong> I still see myself with the company as a manager at a recreation side. I am already in management but I still want to learn more.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Describe your experience with Hyatt.<\/strong> When I first came in to the company, I didn\u2019t understand most of the operation at my working area or anything about guest satisfaction. Now I can say I am comfortable and able to assist with guest needs and also master my workplace operation.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How would you describe to someone your experience with Hyatt?<\/strong> I will tell people that Hyatt treats its employees as family and you can also learn a lot of things from their training. They can train you to not just become a good employee but also learn their standards.<\/p>\n<p><strong>BRENDA VILLAGOMEZ<\/strong><br \/>\n<em>Purchasing Manager<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>When did you join Hyatt?<\/strong> April 24, 1994.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What made you stay with Hyatt?<\/strong> Hyatt is one of the big companies on island that I&#8217;ve tried working for, and I felt connected instantly because the employees are professional toward guests and other staff. The company also offers great benefits. I enjoy working for the Hyatt because every day is an opportunity to learn new things and learn to accept challenges.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Where do you see yourself in five years (with Hyatt)?<\/strong> I hope to still be working for Hyatt in the next five years.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Describe your experiences at Hyatt.<\/strong> When I first joined the company I had few experiences in the hospitality industry. Today, Hyatt has filled me with a lot of knowledge that we pass to other employees, trainings to be more professional in our work, provides opportunities to grow and, being a multicultural industry, Hyatt has also taught me to love, respect and care for not just the people around at my workplace but also in the community. Overall, I feel that Hyatt is my second home.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How would you describe to someone your experience with Hyatt?<\/strong> There is no other place to appreciate more of what the company could offer and an opportunity of a lifetime.<\/p>\n<p><strong>ALMONDO C. SANTOS<\/strong><br \/>\n<em>Engineering Manager<\/em><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-265543\" src=\"http:\/\/www.saipantribune.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Al-Santos-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>When did you join Hyatt?<\/strong> Oct. 15, 2012.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What made you stay with Hyatt?<\/strong> The people or associates that I work with (upper management and rank and file); employees care about what they do; and challenges to accomplish our tasks.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Where do you see yourself in five years (with Hyatt)?<\/strong> I have been working for Hyatt for the past five years already and look forward to continuing that.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Describe your experiences at Hyatt.<\/strong> Sometime multiple things happen and I work to address those issues in which priority has to be set in making sure that our needs are met. \u2026My family has been very grateful for the good benefits I get as a Hyatt employee, especially when traveling is required.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How would you describe to someone your experience with Hyatt?<\/strong> Good, challenging, hectic at times, flexibility is the key to our issues.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>PENELOPE JONES Personnel Officer When did you join Hyatt? 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