Banquet Special Events Porter

Turning Stone Enterprises•Verona, NY

5d•$16 - $31

About The Position

The Special Events Porter helps prepare event spaces by setting up and taking down equipment and ensuring rooms are ready for celebrations. The role includes arranging banquet and buffet tables, registration tables, chairs, portable bars, staging, podiums, and audio-visual equipment according to the banquet prospectus. The porter also prepares meeting-room amenities, places and tests serving equipment, returns banquet equipment to storage, and monitors supplies for concession stands and portable bars. The position requires strong interpersonal communication, the ability to prioritize multiple functions, and fine hand manipulation. It involves simple grasping of 5 pounds and pushing and pulling up to 100 pounds. The stated starting rate is $16.00 per hour plus gratuities, with the potential to earn up to $15 in gratuities per hour. Turning Stone Enterprises operates the Turning Stone Resort Casino, satellite casinos, convenience stores, golf courses, and other ventures. The company describes a team-oriented, guest-service-focused environment with training, career development, and growth opportunities.

Requirements

Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to prioritize multiple functions.
Fine manipulation of hands, including simple grasping of 5 pounds and pushing and pulling up to 100 pounds.

Responsibilities

Set up and take down event spaces with enthusiasm and attention to presentation.
Arrange banquet tables, buffet tables, registration tables, chairs, portable bars, staging, podiums, and audio-visual equipment according to the banquet prospectus.
Set meeting rooms with appropriate amenities, such as mints, meeting notes, pens, and fresh water.
Place and test necessary serving equipment.
Return banquet equipment to the appropriate storage areas.
Monitor stock levels and obtain supplies and equipment for concession stands and portable bars.