Assistant Head Banquet Houseperson - Capital Hilton

Hilton•Washington, WA

16h•$31 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values: Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences. Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time. Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities. Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do. Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions. Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes: Quality Productivity Dependability Customer Focus Adaptability What will it be like to work for Hilton? Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands . Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all! EOE/AA/Disabled/Veterans Capital Hilton is looking to welcome a talented Assistant Head Banquet Houseperson to join the team! Our historic hotel is in the heart of the nation’s capital, less than a mile from McPherson Sq metro station has 559 guest rooms, over 31,235 total event space and 21 meeting rooms. The ideal candidate would have worked most recently with an employer for 1+ years and has hotel banquet set up experience. Ability to setup, breakdown and clean meeting rooms, event space and surrounding areas and to work varying schedules is mandatory. The ideal candidate will have at least six months of banquet houseperson experience. They will be skilled in setting up, breaking down, and cleaning meeting rooms, event spaces, and surrounding areas, with a strong focus on detail and efficiency. This individual will possess flexibility, patience, and a sense of urgency. Physical stamina is essential, as the role involves standing for extended periods and the ability to lift, push, and pull heavy objects. This is a union position.

Requirements

Ability to setup, breakdown and clean meeting rooms, event space and surrounding areas and to work varying schedules is mandatory.
The ideal candidate will have at least six months of banquet houseperson experience.
They will be skilled in setting up, breaking down, and cleaning meeting rooms, event spaces, and surrounding areas, with a strong focus on detail and efficiency.
This individual will possess flexibility, patience, and a sense of urgency.
Physical stamina is essential, as the role involves standing for extended periods and the ability to lift, push, and pull heavy objects.

Responsibilities

Supervise and assist Housepersons with set up to ensure compliance with event specifications and with clean up and break-down after events
Assist Housepersons with and oversee a variety of tasks including, but not limited to, dusting and polishing furniture and fixtures, vacuuming, mopping, sweeping, shampooing carpets, washing windows, cleaning/waxing floors, removing and disposing of trash and emptying ashtrays
Assist with planning, organization and execution of all banquet functions
Greet clients and guests and respond to guest inquiries and requests in a timely, friendly and efficient manner
Participate in and lead department meetings, as needed

Benefits

Pay Rate: $30.61 per hour
Medical Insurance Coverage Available – for you and your family.
Access to pay when you need it through DailyPay
Mental health resources including Employee Assistance Program
Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO)
Go Hilton travel program: 100 nights of discounted travel
Parental leave to support new parents
Debt-Free Education: Team Members will have access to a wide variety of educational credentials through our partnership with Guild Education, including: college degrees and professional certifications
401K plan and company match to help save for your retirement
Hilton Shares: Our employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - you can purchase Hilton shares at a 15 percent discount
Career growth and development
Team Member Resource Groups
Recognition and rewards programs