Banquet Set-up Supervisor

Hilton Sandestin Beach prides itself on providing each guest with the very best service. To do this we must attract and retain only the very best team members to join us on our very special and singular journey. While our guests are the lifeblood of our business our team members are the heart and soul that allows our hotel to thrive. Working with Hilton Sandestin Beach means working with a group of leaders committed to your success and your future.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Free daily meal service (lunch or dinner)
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Position Purpose:

Supervise the set up and break down of tables and chairs in all meeting rooms and public areas in a friendly courteous and professional manner according to the Hiltons high brand standards of quality.

Essential Functions:

• Assign specific duties for set up staff based on business needs and hotel requirements. Create a timeline or plan of action for daily room sets or cleaning for the setup team to follow.

• Be able to read Banquet Event Orders and work assignment sheets and follow instructions on them to set up the function rooms properly.

• Be able to learn and teach the proper storage areas various set up types and different table sizes.

• Set up and break down all scheduled functions including meetings breakfasts lunches dinners receptions exhibits beach pool deck and remote location functions. Making sure that all areas are clean and reset properly when the job is done.

• Make sure that any electrical and phone hookups are secured and covered for safety for guests and staff.

• Make sure that all equipment not in use is stored properly (i.e.; skirting is hung up tables stacked neatly etc.) and all storage areas are neat and clean. Make sure all equipment is in good shape and all equipment that needs to be repaired is taken care of as soon as possible.

• Responsible for the general cleanliness for the meeting rooms floors vacuumed walls and mirrors wiped down chair rails clean.

• Maintain accurate par levels on supplies needed to set up meeting rooms.

Supportive Functions:

In addition to performance of the essential functions this position may be required to perform a combination of the following supportive functions with the percentage of time performing each function to be solely determined by the supervisor based upon the requirements of the hotel.

• Perform all assigned side work and restocking banquet set up carts with supplies.

• Perform general cleaning tasks using standard hotel cleaning products as assigned to adhere to health standards.

• Communicate any changes in meeting room sets or equipment needed for events to management.

• Periodical assistance in support of stewarding and banquet service and coffee break staff.

Specific Job Knowledge Skill and Ability:

The individual must possess the following knowledge skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation using some other combination of skills and abilities.

• Knowledge of various types of equipment and set up styles used in the meeting rooms. For example: different table types (round schoolroom etc.).

• Ability to understand verbal English sufficient to understand verbal job requests from supervisor and guests.

• Ability to understand proper radio etiquette and communicate in a calm positive demeanor.

• Ability to lift and move multiple tables and chairs and podiums weighing up to 80 lbs. through a crowded room. This position requires considerable physical activity on a continuous basis throughout the shift for room set up and break down.

• Ability to grasp lift and/or carry or otherwise move or push goods on a hand cart/truck weighing a maximum of 500 lbs.

• Ability to perform all duties within extreme temperature ranges including prolonged outdoor exposure.

Qualification Standards:

Education:

Any combination of education training or experience that provides the required knowledge skills and abilities. High school education is preferred but not required

Experience:

Prior experience in banquets or hospitality is preferred.

Licenses or certificates:

None are required for hire but alcohol awareness and safety awareness courses will be required during employment

Grooming:

All employees must maintain a neat clean and wellgroomed appearance in accordance with the standards set forth by the management of the Hilton Sandestin Beach. Issued uniforms must be maintained and always worn while on property.