Banquet Setup

Saybrook Point Resort & Marina•Old Saybrook Center, CT

3d•$17 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

The Banquet Setup position is responsible for setting up tables, chairs, platforms/stages and other equipment as specified by group requirements. Check and properly adjust temperature and lights. Check electrical hook-ups for proper working order and tape down all exposed cords. Provide audio visual services including set up, instruct in proper equipment use, take down and secure storage of equipment. Pick-up and deliver boxes/materials for functions as needed. Service/freshen function rooms during breaks. Break down of tables, chairs, platforms/stages and other equipment. Return all unused equipment in clean condition to proper storage area. Keep function and equipment storage areas neat and clean. Perform deep cleaning of function areas as assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. Greet each guest, enthusiastically and with a smile to create a friendly positive experience. Conforms to AAA Four Diamond Standards. Moving tables, chairs, and all furniture into and out of banquet facilities. Proper control and storage of meeting room supplies such as linen, pads, pens/pencils and candy, etc. Read and understand floor plans for events. Serving food and beverage as needed On a continuous basis, keep service corridors, pre-function space, and storage areas clean, organized and unobstructed. Upon customer request, locate and deliver convention material to designated location. Service every meeting room by emptying trash, removing dirty plates, cups, linens and glasses, and replace as necessary. Cleaning of all areas of banquet area; including but not limited to vacuuming of carpet, trash removal, spot cleaning of all horizontal and vertical surfaces, adjust drapes and dusting. Clearing Food & Beverage from banquet space, as needed. Perform all other duties as assigned by management. Fully aware of and comply with Inns policies and procedures as identified in the procedure manual and handbook. Adhere to all Health and Safety policies and procedures.

Requirements

Basic math and English skills are required
Ability to read and follow simple instructions
Basic written and verbal communication skills
Positive interpersonal skills
Ability to work in a team-oriented environment
High School diploma or GED required
Must be 16 years of age or older
Make customers feel important, valued and appreciated in a manner that will be acknowledged by the customers
Be familiar with all Hotel and Spa services/features and local attractions/activities to respond to guest inquiries accurately
Maintains high standards for work area and appearance and presents self in highly professional manner to staff and guest
Available to workdays, evenings, weekends, holidays and extended hours as business dictates

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with audio-visual equipment and hospitality industry practices preferred

Responsibilities

Setting up tables, chairs, platforms/stages and other equipment as specified by group requirements
Check and properly adjust temperature and lights
Check electrical hook-ups for proper working order and tape down all exposed cords
Provide audio visual services including set up, instruct in proper equipment use, take down and secure storage of equipment
Pick-up and deliver boxes/materials for functions as needed
Service/freshen function rooms during breaks
Break down of tables, chairs, platforms/stages and other equipment
Return all unused equipment in clean condition to proper storage area
Keep function and equipment storage areas neat and clean
Perform deep cleaning of function areas as assigned
Greet each guest, enthusiastically and with a smile to create a friendly positive experience
Conforms to AAA Four Diamond Standards
Moving tables, chairs, and all furniture into and out of banquet facilities
Proper control and storage of meeting room supplies such as linen, pads, pens/pencils and candy, etc
Read and understand floor plans for events
Serving food and beverage as needed
On a continuous basis, keep service corridors, pre-function space, and storage areas clean, organized and unobstructed
Upon customer request, locate and deliver convention material to designated location
Service every meeting room by emptying trash, removing dirty plates, cups, linens and glasses, and replace as necessary
Cleaning of all areas of banquet area; including but not limited to vacuuming of carpet, trash removal, spot cleaning of all horizontal and vertical surfaces, adjust drapes and dusting
Clearing Food & Beverage from banquet space, as needed
Perform all other duties as assigned by management
Fully aware of and comply with Inns policies and procedures as identified in the procedure manual and handbook
Adhere to all Health and Safety policies and procedures