Banquet Houseperson

Engaging service delicious cuisine and distinctive surroundings make every special event at Fairmont Hotels & Resorts a truly memorable affair. Showcase your service and organization strengths as Banquet Houseperson where your attention to detail safety and quality will help set the stage for a successful group function.

Hotel Overview: If creating memories and being part of an exceptional guest experience appeals to you perhaps you would be interested in joining the outstanding team of hospitality professionals at the Fairmont Washington D.C.

Summary of Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Banquet Manager the Banquet Houseman is responsible for the total meeting/function room set-up and cleanliness. 

• Consistently offer professional friendly and engaging service
• Set assigned room according to guest specs or diagram provided
• Break-down room after meeting/conference is over
• Put all supplies materials linens etc in the correct place after breaking down the room
• Set writing pads mints water etc. according to Fairmont standards
• Ensure that the carpet is free of debris and soiled spots
• Ensure linens are spotless and wrinkle-free
• Ensure chairs are clean and set according to specs
• Ensure all surfaces are dust free including walls pictures paintings shelves window furniture closets borders etc.
• Ensure all glass and mirror surfaces are clean and free from streaks
• Ensure plants are placed appropriately and discard old flowers

• Complete other duties as assigned

Whats in it for you

• Competitive Salary
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities 
• Colleague Benefits including Health Insurance Paid Vacation and Personal Days

Rate of Pay: $21.50 - $23.50 per hour

Qualifications :

Qualifications:

• Previous Banquet/Houseperson experience preferred
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand and/or walk
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds 
• High energy level; friendly; outgoing; team player good organizational skills; salesmanship

Physical Aspects of Position (includes but not limited to):

• Constant standing and walking throughout shift
• Constant lifting occasionally up to 40 lbs
• Frequent kneeling pushing pulling lifting
• Occasional ascending or descending ladders stairs and ramps

Additional Information :

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract recruit and promote diverse talent.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time