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in Sandusky, OH
Banquet Setup - Full-time / Part-time
•30 days ago
Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
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Location | Sandusky, OH Sandusky, Ohio |
About this job
Description
GENERAL DUTIES:
- Willingness to accept the most effective role.
- Be punctual, dressed in uniform, for scheduled work time.
- Always check in with the Banquet Manager or Banquet Captain upon arriving and check out with him/her before leaving.
- Set all meeting and event rooms in a professional and efficient manner, according to specifications.
- Know the features of the Lodge beyond the Conference Center and be able to describe and discuss them with guests.
- Follow-up on any special requests, involving your Banquet Manager and/or Banquet Captain when you are unsure of how to handle a request.
- Be able to lift, bend, and carry a minimum of 30 pounds (stacks of chairs, loaded serving trays, tables, etc.).
- Be able to read and interpret Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) and follow instructions from Banquet Manager and/or Banquet Captain.
- Participate in setting events up including moving tables, setting tables and chairs, staging and portable stairs, podiums, buffet set-up, bar set-up, etc.
- Know and understand all terminology for setting up and tearing down meeting rooms.
- Prepare for the function as appropriate, including, but not limited to, all seating arrangements, equipment and supplies for the main speaker. Upon direction, set up audio-visual equipment, special lighting requests, and operation of the house sound system.
- Have all meeting and event rooms prepared and ready for guest use at least 60 minutes prior to the contracted time.
- Perform meeting room refreshes as directed during coffee breaks and over lunch.
- Maintain open communication with the Banquet Manager and/or Banquet Captain, letting him/her know immediately of any changes or needs.
- Complete all assigned side work before leaving.
- Clean up after the function; vacuum, sweep, mop, collect garbage and trash, and re-organize back aisle or storage/staging areas as assigned, put equipment and supplies away in their proper storage areas.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Previous meeting and event set-up and clean-up experience a plus.
- Able to read and interpret BEOs and other communication methods used in Banquets.
- Knows other venues and aspects of the Lodge.
- Able to speak with clients and guests and answer basic questions about the Conference Center and our capabilities.
- Seeks assistance from other pack members or management when not able to answer a question from a client or guest.
- Promotes excellence by providing accurate meeting and event room set-ups and superior service to each client and guest.
- Promotes team spirit and works collaboratively to achieve team goals.
- Projects a professional and polished image that inspires confidence and trust.
- Inspires others with enthusiasm and positive energy.
- Demonstrates persistence, overcomes obstacles, and strives to improve skills and achieve goals.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- LIFT UP TO 30 LBS.
- ABILITY TO STAND FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME
- STEEL-TOED SAFETY SHOES STRONGLY RECOMMENDED (NOT PROVIDED BY THE LODGE)