Banquet Houseperson

AccorHotel • New Orleans, LA

21h • Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Banquet Manager, the Banquet Houseman is responsible for the total meeting/function room set-up and cleanliness. This role involves consistently offering professional, friendly, and engaging service, setting up assigned rooms according to guest specifications or provided diagrams, and breaking down rooms after meetings or conferences. The position also requires putting away all supplies, materials, and linens correctly, setting up amenities like writing pads, mints, and water according to Fairmont standards, and ensuring the overall cleanliness and presentation of the function spaces.

Requirements

• Previous Banquet/Houseperson experience preferred
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and/or walk
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• High energy level; friendly; outgoing; team player, good organizational skills; salesmanship

Responsibilities

• Set assigned room according to guest specs or diagram provided
• Break-down room after meeting/conference is over
• Put all supplies, materials, linens etc in the correct place after breaking down the room
• Set writing pads, mints, water, etc. according to Fairmont standards
• Ensure that the carpet is free of debris and soiled spots
• Ensure linens are spotless and wrinkle-free
• Ensure chairs are clean and set according to specs
• Ensure all surfaces are dust free, including walls, pictures, paintings, shelves, window, furniture, closets, borders, etc.
• Ensure all glass and mirror surfaces are clean and free from streaks
• Ensure plants are placed appropriately and discard old flowers
• Complete other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Colleague Dining Program
• Career Growth and Development Opportunities
• Recognition and Rewards Programs
• Complimentary upgrades, extended stays, discounted stays across Fairmont & Raffles properties, special dining and wellness discounts

What This Job Offers

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