Banquet Houseperson

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Job Description Summary

Job Overview: Set-up and break down all meeting rooms, banquet space and ballroom areas. Clean and maintain all corridors, vending areas, elevators and landings and service areas in the banquet facilities ensuring hotel’s standards of cleanliness.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
o Set-up and/or breakdown tables, chairs, audiovisual equipment and platforms/stages and other equipment as specified by group requirements. Set-up table linens, skirting and table top items (water pitchers, glasses, supplies, etc.)
o Clean, store, and secure in an organized manner all tables, chairs, and audiovisual equipment, platforms/stages and other equipment used for banquet functions.
o Maintain cleanliness of banquet rooms, banquet hallways, and storage and service areas.
o Inspect cleanliness and working condition of all equipment to be set up in function area. Report all damages or issues to Supervisor.
o May refresh room during breaks (replenish supplies, water pitchers, etc.)
o May retrieve clean linen, skirting, and stock in storage areas.
o May pick-up and deliver all boxes and materials (flip charts, easels, blackboards, etc.) for function.
o Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Description

Qualifications and Requirements:

Basic reading, writing, and math skills. General knowledge of banquet operations.

This job requires ability to perform the following:

• Carrying or lifting up to 100 pounds, (tables, chairs, trays, equipment, etc.)
• Moving about the function areas.
• Bending, stooping, kneeling
• Communication skills are utilized a significant amount of time when interacting with guests, co-workers and

Supervisors.

• Reading and writing abilities are utilized often when interacting with guests, coworkers, and supervisors.
• Mathematical skills, including basic math are used frequently to ensure the proper set up of tables, settings, chairs, etc.
• May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.

The statements in this job description are intended to describe the essential nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be ALL responsibilities or qualifications of the job.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristics required by law.

Additional Job Information/Anticipated

Pay Range

Benefits

Sonesta recognizes that benefits play a vital role in helping ensure the health and financial security of employees and their families. We offer a variety of benefits to our employees including:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account with Company Match
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Vacation and Sick Days
• Sonesta Hotel Discounts
• Educational Assistance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Various Employee Perks and Discounts
• Hospital Indemnity
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance

Sonesta is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Upon submitting your application, please ensure you complete a full application in addition to attaching a resume. Incomplete applications received will not be considered.