Banquet Houseperson-Part Time

Set-up and break down all meeting rooms, ballrooms and work area including outdoor setups.  Clean and maintain all corridors, vending areas, elevators, landings and service areas in the banquet facilities ensuring hotel’s standards of cleanliness.

At InterContinental Hotels & Resorts® we want our guests to feel special, cosmopolitan and In the Know which means we need you to:

• Be charming by being approachable, having confidence and showing respect.
• Stay in the moment by understanding and anticipating guests’ needs, being attentive and taking ownership
  of getting things done.
• Make it memorable by being knowledgeable, sharing stories and showing your style to create moments that make people feel special.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Set-up and/or break-down tables, chairs, audio visual equipment, platforms/stages and other equipment as specified by group requirements. Set-up table linens, skirting and table top items (water pitchers, glasses, supplies, etc.)
• Clean, store, and secure in an organized manner all tables, chairs, and audio visual equipment, platforms/stages and other equipment used for banquet functions.
• Maintain cleanliness of banquet rooms, banquet hallways, and storage and service areas.
• Inspect cleanliness and working condition of all equipment to be set up in function area.  Report all damages or issues to on duty management.
• Refresh room during breaks (replenish supplies, water pitchers, etc.)
• Retrieve clean linen and skirting and stock in storage areas.
• Pick-up and deliver all boxes and materials (flip charts, easels, blackboards, etc.) for function.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

 SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

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 knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the primary language(s) used in the workplace.
• Must be able to read and write to facilitate the communication process.  
• Basic communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Basic math is used frequently to ensure the proper set up of tables, settings, chairs, etc.
• May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.

This job requires ability to perform the following:

•  Handling, carrying or lifting items weighing up to 100 pounds (tables, chairs, trays, equipment, etc.)
•  Moving about the function areas
•  Bending, stooping, kneeling, pushing

The hourly pay rate for this role is $11.00. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401k, and many other benefits to eligible employees.

At IHG, we’ve made a promise. As one of the world’s leading hotel groups, we’re here to deliver True Hospitality for Good. Making our guests and colleagues feel welcome, cared for, recognised and respected – wherever they are in the world. Want to be part of the journey?