Banquet Houseperson - Philadelphia
About The Position
The Banquet Houseperson sets up and breaks down banquet functions and meeting rooms. The role includes arranging banquet spaces and food-and-beverage functions according to the BEO, client instructions, or manager direction. Setups may include buffets, plated table settings, audiovisual equipment, dance floors, staging, pipe and drape, tables, chairs, and linens. The position also maintains the cleanliness and organization of banquet facilities and meeting spaces, working with banquet staff and other departments as needed. Duties include transporting soiled linens to the appropriate area, separating napkins from tablecloths, restocking clean linens, and routinely inventorying and caring for banquet supplies such as linens, chairs, china, glassware, flatware, and decorations.
Requirements
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid gaming license as determined by the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board for the position.
- An Alcohol Beverage Card is required.
- Must be able to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.
- Must be able to carry or lift items weighing up to 100 pounds.
- Must be able to stand and move about the kitchen and dining room safely and efficiently, and handle equipment, objects, products, and utensils.
Nice To Haves
- A high school diploma or GED equivalent is preferred.
- Two to three years of banquet houseperson experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Set up and break down banquet functions and meeting rooms.
- Set up banquet meeting rooms and food-and-beverage functions, including buffets, plated table settings, audiovisual equipment, dance floors, staging, pipe and drape, tables, chairs, linens, and other items specified by the BEO, client, or manager.
- Maintain the cleanliness and organization of banquet facilities and meeting spaces, with assistance from banquet staff and other departments as needed.
- Transport dirty linens to the appropriate area for cleaning, separate napkins from tablecloths, and routinely restock linen shelves with clean linens.
- Routinely inventory and care for banquet supplies, including linens, chairs, china, glassware, flatware, and decorations.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health coverage for full-time and part-time Team Members and their eligible dependents
- Free Basic Life Insurance
- Free Short Term & Long-Term Disability
- Retirement Savings with Company Match
- Generous Bonus Structure
- Annual Merit/Goal Based Pay Increases
- Leadership Skills Development & Mentorship Programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Free parking
- Free food and discounted meals
- Exclusive Discounts on Travel, Services, Goods and Entertainment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
