Banquet Houseperson

AccorHotel • Washington, DC

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The Banquet Houseperson ensures banquet rooms are set up to meet event requirements and exceed guest expectations. The role involves adapting to clients’ last-minute changes and working with the banquet team and audiovisual vendors to deliver seamless setups. It requires strong organization, technical and communication skills, attention to detail, and a service-focused approach.

Requirements

• Ability to take direction and read banquet event orders.
• Excellent task follow-through and attention to detail.
• Physical fitness to stand and walk for the duration of the shift.
• Flexibility to work additional hours as required, including shift work, weekends, and public holidays.
• Ability to meet rotating morning, evening, holiday, and weekend work requirements as needed.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; the employer is unable to assist with work authorization.

Nice To Haves

• Previous banquet experience.

Responsibilities

• Set up tables, chairs, dance floors, staging, and linens, and assist with tabletop setup as directed.
• Ensure banquet event order requirements are delivered line by line.
• Maintain the organization and cleanliness of banquet spaces and storage areas.
• Follow service essentials at all times.
• Partner with the Banquet Team and AV vendors to ensure seamless delivery and setup.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k).
• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates at Accor properties worldwide.
• Learning programs through Accor Academies.
• Opportunities for development and advancement within the property and across the world.
• Corporate social responsibility activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed