On Call - Banquet Houseperson - InterContinental Wahington D.C - The Wharf
Hotel Brand: InterContinental
Location: United States, DC, Washington
Hotel: Washington D.C. - The Wharf (WASHC), 801 Wharf Street SW, 20024
Job number: 116494
Duties and Responsibilities
FINANCIAL RETURNS
- Clean, store, and secure in an organized manner all tables, chairs, and audio visual equipment, platforms/stages and other equipment used for banquet functions.
PEOPLE
- Inspect cleanliness and working condition of all equipment to be set up in function area. Report all damages or issues to Supervisor.
GUEST EXPERIENCE
- Maintain cleanliness of banquet rooms, banquet hallways, and storage and service areas.
RESPONSIBLE BUSINESS
- May refresh room during breaks (replenish supplies, water pitchers, etc.)
- Set-up and/or break-down tables, chairs, audio visual equipment and platforms/stages and other equipment as specified by group requirements. Set-up table linens, skirting and table top items (water pitchers, glasses, supplies, etc.)
- May retrieve clean linen and skirting and stock in storage areas.
- May pick-up and deliver all boxes and materials (flip charts, easels, blackboards, etc.) for function.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
Basic reading and writing and mathematical skills. General knowledge of banquet operations preferred.
This job requires ability to perform the following:
- Handling, carrying or lifting items weighing up to 100 pounds (tables, chairs, trays, equipment, etc.).
- Moving about the function areas.
- Bending, stooping, kneeling
Other:
- Communication skills are utilized a significant amount of time when interacting with guests, coworkers, and supervisors.
- Reading and writing abilities are utilized often with banquet event orders and instructions.
- Basic math is used frequently to ensure the proper set up of tables, settings, chairs, etc.
- May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.
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