The Plaza Experience Part 2 at New York's Plaza Hotel
Arthur Dooley, Plaza vice president, discusses the hotel as a continent of culture. He highlights its 1,500 staff, 1,000 rooms, three million annual upgrades, and focus on gracious service over mere efficiency. He notes preservation of the facade, changing social customs, and the Plaza’s luxury status.
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Plaza Hotel
New York City
The
Plaza
Arthur A. Dooley
Arthur Dooley
America
Pierre Cardin
New York
Dooley
Cafe
Truman Capote
Truman
the Plaza
Palm Court
Central Park
Plaza 9
Second City
Behind the Scenes at The Plaza Hotel in New York
A portrait of Plaza Hotel operations focusing on staff, management, and food and beverage. William Ricco, personnel manager, discusses staffing from diverse ethnic groups and language training, while Hazel Moore oversees 1000 rooms amid transportation woes and union issues. Beda Havelka directs a vast food and beverage division serving five restaurants, with Chef Andre Rene coordinating daily menus. Security chief Vince Savino runs 24 hour protection as the piece tours kitchens, rooms, and service areas showcasing the hotel’s intricate operation.
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Plaza
William Ricco
America
Ricco
Hazel Moore
United States
Palm Court
New England
Beda Havelka
Havelka
the Waldorf
New York
Andre Rene
Alsace
France
Chef Rene
Rene
Plaza 9
the Plaza
Jackson Heights
Vince Savino
Savino
Air Force
New York City
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Miss Moore
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D’arlene Studio
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