Houseperson - Events (Banquets Set-up)
Hyatt Hotels Corporation, Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Park Hyatt Washington, D.C. is looking for an energetic Banquets Houseperson to provide banquet set‑up and break‑down services. This is a full‑time position with great benefits. Take advantage of this rare opportunity to join our Forbes Four‑Star, luxury property.
Duties and Functions
Set‑up, breakdown, and maintain meeting and event spaces in accordance with hotel standards and guest specifications
Create a clean, organized, and welcoming environment for meetings, conferences, weddings, and other special events
Set up and break down all meetings and banquet spaces according to written banquet event order forms and diagrams in a variety of styles and shapes
Transport and set up/breakdown awkward and heavy materials, such as staging, tables, chairs, dance floors, etc., from storage areas to meeting rooms
Break down meeting rooms and return banquet items to storage areas in a neat and organized fashion
Respond to guest requests for service changes in room set up
Qualifications
Ability to work an irregular work schedule as required, including weekends, holidays, and late nights
Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds
Must be able to push and pull carts and equipment of moderate to heavy weight on a regular basis
Refined verbal communication skills
A true desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast‑paced environment
Benefits
Starting hourly rate of $21.00, depending on experience, plus a portion of service charge pool
Medical, dental, and vision insurance at 30 days
Free room nights, discounted room rates, and friends & family room rates
401(k) retirement matching plan (up to 4%)
Paid time off
Employee stock purchase plan
Paid family bonding time and adoption assistance
Complimentary employee meals
Discounts at various retailers – Apple, AT&T, Verizon, Headspace, and many more
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Duties and Functions
Set‑up, breakdown, and maintain meeting and event spaces in accordance with hotel standards and guest specifications
Create a clean, organized, and welcoming environment for meetings, conferences, weddings, and other special events
Set up and break down all meetings and banquet spaces according to written banquet event order forms and diagrams in a variety of styles and shapes
Transport and set up/breakdown awkward and heavy materials, such as staging, tables, chairs, dance floors, etc., from storage areas to meeting rooms
Break down meeting rooms and return banquet items to storage areas in a neat and organized fashion
Respond to guest requests for service changes in room set up
Qualifications
Ability to work an irregular work schedule as required, including weekends, holidays, and late nights
Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds
Must be able to push and pull carts and equipment of moderate to heavy weight on a regular basis
Refined verbal communication skills
A true desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast‑paced environment
Benefits
Starting hourly rate of $21.00, depending on experience, plus a portion of service charge pool
Medical, dental, and vision insurance at 30 days
Free room nights, discounted room rates, and friends & family room rates
401(k) retirement matching plan (up to 4%)
Paid time off
Employee stock purchase plan
Paid family bonding time and adoption assistance
Complimentary employee meals
Discounts at various retailers – Apple, AT&T, Verizon, Headspace, and many more
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