Banquet Porter - Miami Beach Convention Center

Sodexo Live•Miami Beach, FL

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Banquet Porter plays a key support role within the Banquets department. They will work in a utility position, assisting in both front and back of house. They will have charge over the banquet storage areas and will assist in transporting prepared food into service areas, as well as setting up, refreshing, tearing down and assisting in the maintenance of function and meeting space. The Banquet Porter will report to the Hospitality Manager - Banquets, and will also take direction from Banquet Captains and occasionally from Catering Sales Managers. This position will typically work within a Convention Center or other events venue environment, and will occasionally work at off-site locations. We are seeking a Banquet Porter- Part Time for the Miami Beach Convention Center.

Requirements

Demonstrated ability to understand and effectively implement written and verbal instructions.
Strong team orientation and ability to work with a variety of departments to accomplish assigned tasks.
Ability to work well independently.
Ability to work well in a high stress, fast paced environment.
Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the primary language(s) used by guests who typically visit the work location.
Hours may be extended or irregular to include nights, weekends and holidays.
Must be able to meet the following requirements with reasonable accommodation: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. (usually file boxes).
Ability to anticipate needs throughout the shift. Ensure prompt, quality service is provided.
Ability to routinely and consistently apply attention to detail to work tasks.
Ability to maintain a pleasant disposition and function efficiently in a fast paced and high pressure work environment.
Ability to work long hours standing in one area and around extreme heat to perform essential job functions.
Self-motivated, organized, fast and even-tempered.
Willingness to learn; Ability to follow directions accurately and develop own skills

Responsibilities

Transport necessary linen and equipment to event site as directed, to include tables, chairs, podiums and other items
Assemble stages, dance floors and other set up needs as per Banquet Event Order.
Ensure the correct and timely set up of all functions, as directed by Banquet Captains.
Maintain banquet storeroom in a neat and organized manner.
Ensure rooms are stocked with appropriate supplies necessary for meetings or food functions.
Breakdown meeting rooms after the completion of function; Ensure that equipment and supplies are stored properly.
Assist kitchen as needed with plate-up, transport of hot boxes, etc.
Remove garbage from banquet rooms.
Ensure that food service equipment such as chafers, heat lamps, etc. are set up and torn down as instructed.
Take care in the handling and storage of all catering hardware, equipment, linens and serving supplies needed for catering setup and event service.
Communicate as necessary with Catering Sales team, Kitchen, Stewarding, and Beverage departments.