BanquetHouseperson
JOB DESCRIPTION
DEPARTMENT: Food & Beverage / Banquets
REPORTS TO: BanquetCaptain/ Food & Beverage Manager/Director
STATUS: Non-Exempt
JOB SUMMARY
TheBanquet Housepersonis responsible forthe setup breakdown and maintenance of banquet rooms and public event spaces in support of meetings conferences weddings and social functions. This position ensures that all event spaces are properly arranged according to Banquet Event Orders (BEOs)maintainedto brand and safety standards and reset efficiently between events. The Banquet Houseperson plays a critical role in delivering a clean organized and professional event environment. This is a seasonal position starting mid May and ending mid September.
QUALIFICATION STANDARDS
Education & Experience:
Prior banquet hotel or event setup experience preferred
High school diploma or equivalentrequired
Ability to read and follow Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) and room diagrams
Knowledge of banquet equipment room setups and safety procedures preferred
Physical requirements:
Flexible schedule including early mornings evenings weekends and holidays
Heavy to medium work: exerting up to 50 pounds of forcefrequentlyand/or up to 100 pounds occasionally to lift carry push pull or move banquet equipment
Ability to stand walk bend stoop kneel and reach for extended periods of time
Ability to work in fast-paced and physically demanding environments
General Requirements
Maintain a warm professional and friendly demeanorat all times
Maintain a professional courteous and cooperative demeanorat all times
Communicate effectively with banquet leadership service staff and other departments
Ability to follow instructions accurately and meet event timelines
Demonstrate strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Attend all required hotel meetings and training sessions
Maintain regular attendance in compliance with hotel scheduling requirements
Maintainhigh standardsof personal appearance and grooming including proper uniform and nametag
Comply withall hotel policies brand standards and safety regulations
Maintain confidentiality of hotel and guest information
Perform other duties as assigned by management
Comply withall hotel policies brand standards and safety regulations
Maintain confidentiality of hotel and guest information
Perform other duties as assigned by management
DUTIES & FUNCTIONS
Fundamental Requirements:
Set up banquet rooms according to Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) including tables chairs staging dance floors risers and other event equipment
Break down and reset rooms promptly following events
Ensure meeting rooms and pre-function areas are clean organized and guest-ready
Move stack and store banquet furniture and equipment safely and efficiently
Assistwith linen placement skirting and basic décor setup asrequired
Maintain cleanliness of banquet back-of-house areas storage rooms and equipment
Perform routine inspection of banquet spaces toidentifymaintenance or safety issues
Communicatessetup changes delays or concerns to banquet leadershipimmediately
Assistbanquet servers and captains during events as needed
Always follows proper lifting techniques and safety procedures
Support other departments and event needs as business levels require
Work Schedule & Availability
Hospitality is a 24-hour operation. Associates maybe requiredtoworkvarying schedules including early mornings evenings overnight shifts weekends and holidays based on operational needs and hotel occupancy levels. Schedules staffing levels and assigned duties may fluctuate to meet business demandsspecial events and guest service requirements.
In accordance with New Jersey State Legislature (New Jersey Legislature Bill S2310 Sca (1R)) which requires private employers with ten (10) or more employees to include a range of pay for all advertised jobs promotion or transfer opportunities. This position pays $15.92 - $17/hr dependent on experience.
Were an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran or disability status.
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