Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club

We are excited to announce that 33 North at Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach is a winner of Forbes Travel Guide’s 2025 Hotel Star Bars award, one of 11 hotel bars in the United States and the only Waldorf Astoria hotel bar in North America. The award recognizes Star-Rated hotels and their bars for exceptional performance on incognito inspection standards related to the quality of the beverage program, presentation, and luxurious service. We look forward to welcoming you to our coastal-inspired living room so you can experience our top-tier service while sipping on a handcrafted cocktail. Learn more at ForbesTravelGuide.com. #StarBarAwards #ForbesTravelGuide

"The wellness-seeking 'calmcation' was dubbed a top luxury travel trend in 2025. Prepare to meet the quiet coastal community offering nature, detox and self-care less than an hour from Los Angeles."📰 : Forbes | Jessica Ourisman #InTheNews #ForbesTravelGuide #WellnessRetreat

It’s with great pride and joy that we announce our Team Members and Leader of 2024 at Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach! These outstanding individuals have gone above and beyond in embodying our core values and have not only made a significant impact on our team but also created unforgettable experiences for our guests. You truly define what it means to deliver luxury service with heart. Here's to another year of excellence! 🏆Team Members & Leader of the Year 🏆 Francisco Douglas Sousa - Engineering Per Rydstrom - Security Joshua Karstens - Monarch Bay Beach Club Lyn Kaveney - Reservations Fernando Cendejas - Stewarding

Today, we celebrate five Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club commercial leaders who went above and beyond in 2024 and reached 100% of their annual goal. Your shared commitment to our guests, planners, and clients inspires us, and we look forward to even greater accomplishments in the year ahead! #SalesExcellence

Congrats to Michael Hascup on his new role as Manager of Sombra and Club 19! Since joining Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach in 2019, Michael has shown incredible dedication to guest experience and leadership. We’re excited to see him take these dining outlets to the next level!

Warmest welcome to our newest Team Members at Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club! We’re thrilled to have you join us on the amazing journey ahead. #NewHireOrientation

Our February promotions continue with Allison Rouse, recently named Front Office Manager! Allison first arrived to Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach in 2023 as part of Hilton's Management Development Program (MDP), and we're delighted she has continued to grow as a leader within our team.

We are proud to announce the promotion of Giuliana Rivera to In-Room Dining Manager! This year, Giuliana celebrates an incredible 20 years of service with the Resort, during which time she has made an incredible impact on our guests and Team Members in a variety of roles. Congratulations to Giuliana on this exciting new chapter of her Waldorf Astoria journey!

We are thrilled to announce the winners of our 2024 Q4 Team Members of the Quarter! These individuals are a true testament to what it means to live and lead with Waldorf Astoria’s timeless elegance. Thank you for continually inspiring us all and for delivering luxury at its finest every day! 🌟 Fernando Cendejas – Stewarding 🌟 Francisco Douglas Sousa – Engineering 🌟 Jose Pomalaza – AVEO Table + Bar 🌟 Aileen Marcynyszyn – Events 🌟 Patricia Castrejon – Housekeeping 🌟 Traci Wolownick Paras – Finance

Congratulations to Mark Hendrix, who is continuing his leadership journey as Food & Beverage Manager at Monarch Bay Beach Club, Waldorf Astoria's restaurant exclusive for Resort Guests & Members. A foodie in his own right, Mark's passion lies in delivering exceptional experiences for guests and his commitment to elevating every aspect of dining.