Banquet Houseperson - Full-time

Hilton San Diego/Del Mar

Banquet Houseperson manually sets up, breaks down, and services all meeting rooms in accordance with IHR's high standards of quality. Requirements include: knowledge of various types of equipment and set up styles used in meeting rooms; basic English language communication skills; and the ability to lift and move heavy equipment on a continuous basis throughout the shift.

BASIC PURPOSE: Properly set, clean and maintain all function rooms, service corridors, storerooms and public function areas in a safe, accident-free manner.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1.Correctly and efficiently set up and break down all department functions. (50%)

2.Keep function room area and storage areas clean and neat at all times. (5%)

3.Return all equipment not in use to proper storage area in clean condition before the end of each shift. (5%)

4.Check electrical hook-ups for proper working order and tape down all exposed cords for equipment in use.

(5%)

5.Service/freshen all meeting rooms during breaks. (10%)

6.Assist guests whenever possible, referring all requests which are beyond scope of responsibility

immediately to supervisor. (5%)

7.Perform periodic deep cleaning of banquet areas. (5%)

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (5%)

1. Be familiar with the various types of workable setups for each function room.

2. Check temperature and see if all lights are working and adjusted properly.

3. Working knowledge of AV equipment, assist AV person/guest as needed. (5%)

Knowledge and Skills:

Education:No requirements.

Experience:Prior labor intensive work experience preferred.

Skills and Abilities:Ability to speak English. Ability to lift/push/carry 20-50 lbs.

No. of employees supervised:None.

Travel required:Local travel for outside Catering functions.

Hours Required:Flexible; Scheduled days and times may vary based on need.

Lifting/Pushing/Pulling/Carrying Describe the type(s) of required lifting, pushing, pulling, and/or carrying to include objects, weights and frequency.

Lifting 20-40 lbs (trays, dish racks, glass racks, etc. Pushing 50-100 lbs (carts, queen marys, hot box, portable bar) Carry 20-40 lbs (trays, dish racks, glass racks, etc)

No Lifting/Pushing/Pulling/Carrying Required.

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Bending/Kneeling Describe the type(s) of required bending and/or kneeling to include when, why and how often.

Ability to bend to lower level cabinets and banquet storage room. Bend to lift trays.

No Bending/Kneeling Required.

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Mobility Describe the type(s) of mobility required to include distances and % of time involved.

Maneuver in narrow areas and between seated guests.

Distance 100 ft - 100% of time.

Stationary Position

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Continuous Standing Describe the reasons to include time period and frequency.

Standing required to service guest/functions; 100% of time scheduled.

No Continuous Standing Required.

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Climbing Stairs: Up to approx. 12 steps 20 % of 8 hrs (time period)

Ladders: Up to approx.______feet______% of_____________

(time period)

No Climbing Required.

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Driving Describe type of vehicle, distances, % of time involved and frequency.

At Hilton San Diego Del Mar, we like to think of our recently renovated hotel as a resort—a quiet, yet dynamic destination located in San Diego’s affluent beach community of Del Mar, just under a mile from the sandy beach and blue ocean, and across the street from the Del Mar Racetrack. Guests can unwind in one of our 257 vibrant, yet sophisticated guest rooms, while taking advantage of our 17,000 sq. ft. of versatile indoor meeting and banquet space, outdoor heated swimming pool, first-rate fitness center and world-class local farm-and-sea cuisine at our very own coastal KITCHEN restaurant. Guests can experience complimentary perks at our posh Del Mar hotel, including WiFi access and transportation within a 5-mile radius. We consider our location to be one of our most prized amenities. We are situated across from the famous Del Mar Racetrack built in 1936 by Jimmy Durante and Bing Crosby. Nearby corporate premises include those of Carefusion, Bank of America and Agilent Technologies. Enjoy the view of San Diego from a hot air balloon, or go whale watching at Point Loma. Discover the annual San Diego County Fair at the Del Mar fairgrounds, indulge in retail therapy at the Flower Hill Mall or have a family day out at Legoland® California. Improve your golf on nearby championship courses, or visit San Diego Zoo and discover the giant pandas and over 4000 other exciting wild animals.

Interstate Hotels & Resorts is an EEO/AA/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans employer