banquet porter
Overview We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Porter to join our team in a dynamic hospitality environment. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in maintaining cleanliness and organization within our facility, ensuring that both guests and staff have a pleasant experience. This position is perfect for individuals who are passionate about the hospitality industry and enjoy working in a fast-paced setting.
Set up and break down meeting rooms, banquet space, and ballroom areas while maintaining the hotel's cleanliness standards. Ensure all corridors, vending areas, elevators, landings, and service areas are clean and well-maintained. Duties and Responsibilities:
- Set up and/or break down tables, chairs, audio visual equipment, platforms/stages, and other specified equipment according to group requirements. Arrange table linens, skirting, and tabletop items as needed.
- Clean, store, and secure tables, chairs, and audio/visual equipment, platforms/stages, and other equipment used for banquet functions in an organized manner.
- Maintain the cleanliness of banquet rooms, hallways, storage, and service areas.
- Refresh room during breaks by replenishing supplies, water pitchers, etc.
- Retrieve clean linen and stock it in storage areas as needed.
- Pick-up and deliver boxes and materials (flip charts, easels, blackboards, etc.) for functions.
- Perform other duties as assigned. Follow all Company and Brand Standards in carrying out your duties.
Qualifications and Requirements: You should have basic reading, writing, and mathematical skills. General knowledge of banquet operations is preferred. This job requires:
- Remaining stationary for extended periods
- Carrying or lifting items weighing up to 70 pounds (e.g., tables, chairs, stages)
- Moving around function areas
- Bending, stooping, kneeling
Other requirements include:
- Effective communication with guests, coworkers, and supervisors
- Frequent use of reading and writing skills for banquet event orders and instructions
- Frequent use of basic math for setting up tables, settings, chairs, etc.
- Alcohol Awareness certification as required by local or state government agencies
- May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays
Work Area: Banquet Rooms/Space
The duteis are listed above but not limited to.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $18.50 per hour
Benefits:
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person