Langham Hospitality Group
On Call Banquet House Attendant - The Langham, Chicago
Langham Hospitality Group, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
On Call Banquet House Attendant - The Langham, Chicago
Join to apply for the On Call Banquet House Attendant role at Langham Hospitality Group. Overview
PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF POSITION: To manually set up, break down, and service all meeting rooms according to hotel standards. Responsibilities and Duties Break down banquet rooms from previous meetings including removal of china, glass, silver, buffet equipment, AV equipment, chairs, tables, displays, and dancefloors. Clean banquet rooms including vacuuming, dusting ledges, and checking cleanliness of walls and doors; correct as needed. Set banquet rooms per specifications on Banquet Event Orders, including placing all specified tables as needed and setting pens, pads, mints, glasses, water pitcher setups, and breakfast buffets as required. Maintain cleanliness and order of all storerooms. Lock all function rooms when not in use and ensure all lights are turned off. Assist service staff as needed. Availability: nights, overnights, weekends, and some holidays preferred due to the nature of the hospitality business. Perform general cleaning tasks using standard hotel cleaning products as assigned by the supervisor to adhere to health standards. Perform other duties as requested or assist with special guest requests. Operate hotel freight elevator in a prescribed manner to ensure safe and efficient setup of rooms. Control noise level of activities involving room sets. Understand and translate written specifications and diagrams of rooms to ensure proper placement of tables, stages, and other props as requested by clients. Report for duty as scheduled by direct supervisor according to operating hours. Provide maximum levels of guest service while maintaining Langham Hospitality Group standards. Other duties as assigned by direct supervisor.
Physical Demands
Standing, reaching, bending, pushing, pulling, handling, grasping, lifting, carrying, seeing, hearing, talking, walking; considerable repetitive motion of hands and wrists related to pouring drinks and shaker use. Ability to lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds. Standing for 90% of the work shift.
Special Skills Required
Knowledge of various equipment and setup styles used in meeting rooms (e.g., different table types such as round and schoolroom). Ability to understand verbal English and read Banquet Event Orders and instructions from a supervisor. Ability to lift and move multiple tables, chairs, and podiums up to 80 lbs; considerable physical activity throughout the shift. Ability to grasp, lift, carry, or move goods on a hand cart/truck weighing up to 200 lbs.
Education and Experience
Education: Any combination of education and experience equivalent to high school or related experience. Experience: No prior experience required; prior hospitality experience preferred.
Licenses or Certificates
CPR Certification and/or First Aid training preferred. Salary Range
$21.22 - $26.52/hour Benefits
Vacation Pay and Sick/Personal time (in accordance with Chicago Paid Leave and Paid Sick Leave Law) 401k plan with Roth option (Employer match up to 4% after one year of employment) Pet Insurance, ID Theft Protection Coverage, Prepaid Legal (available for purchase) Free meals while on duty Uniforms and cleaning of uniforms (for applicable positions) Free and discounted hotel stays Discounted parking
Equal Opportunity
EOE, Including Disability/Veterans About Langham Hospitality Group
A wholly-owned subsidiary of Great Eagle Holdings, Langham Hospitality Group (LHG) comprises a family of distinctive brands, including The Langham Hotels and Resorts, Cordis Hotels and Resorts, Eaton Workshop and YingnFlo. With over 40 hotels and residences in operation or development, LHG has a global footprint across Asia, Europe, North America, Australasia and the Middle East. Majestic views of the cityscape, the Chicago River, and Lake Michigan. All housed in a skyscraper designed by renowned architect Mies van der Rohe. Situated in downtown Chicago, our hotel is minutes from the Loop, Grant Park, Magnificent Mile, Millennium Park, and Navy Pier. Discover the perfect blend of convenience and stylish comfort at The Langham, Chicago. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Join to apply for the On Call Banquet House Attendant role at Langham Hospitality Group. Overview
PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF POSITION: To manually set up, break down, and service all meeting rooms according to hotel standards. Responsibilities and Duties Break down banquet rooms from previous meetings including removal of china, glass, silver, buffet equipment, AV equipment, chairs, tables, displays, and dancefloors. Clean banquet rooms including vacuuming, dusting ledges, and checking cleanliness of walls and doors; correct as needed. Set banquet rooms per specifications on Banquet Event Orders, including placing all specified tables as needed and setting pens, pads, mints, glasses, water pitcher setups, and breakfast buffets as required. Maintain cleanliness and order of all storerooms. Lock all function rooms when not in use and ensure all lights are turned off. Assist service staff as needed. Availability: nights, overnights, weekends, and some holidays preferred due to the nature of the hospitality business. Perform general cleaning tasks using standard hotel cleaning products as assigned by the supervisor to adhere to health standards. Perform other duties as requested or assist with special guest requests. Operate hotel freight elevator in a prescribed manner to ensure safe and efficient setup of rooms. Control noise level of activities involving room sets. Understand and translate written specifications and diagrams of rooms to ensure proper placement of tables, stages, and other props as requested by clients. Report for duty as scheduled by direct supervisor according to operating hours. Provide maximum levels of guest service while maintaining Langham Hospitality Group standards. Other duties as assigned by direct supervisor.
Physical Demands
Standing, reaching, bending, pushing, pulling, handling, grasping, lifting, carrying, seeing, hearing, talking, walking; considerable repetitive motion of hands and wrists related to pouring drinks and shaker use. Ability to lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds. Standing for 90% of the work shift.
Special Skills Required
Knowledge of various equipment and setup styles used in meeting rooms (e.g., different table types such as round and schoolroom). Ability to understand verbal English and read Banquet Event Orders and instructions from a supervisor. Ability to lift and move multiple tables, chairs, and podiums up to 80 lbs; considerable physical activity throughout the shift. Ability to grasp, lift, carry, or move goods on a hand cart/truck weighing up to 200 lbs.
Education and Experience
Education: Any combination of education and experience equivalent to high school or related experience. Experience: No prior experience required; prior hospitality experience preferred.
Licenses or Certificates
CPR Certification and/or First Aid training preferred. Salary Range
$21.22 - $26.52/hour Benefits
Vacation Pay and Sick/Personal time (in accordance with Chicago Paid Leave and Paid Sick Leave Law) 401k plan with Roth option (Employer match up to 4% after one year of employment) Pet Insurance, ID Theft Protection Coverage, Prepaid Legal (available for purchase) Free meals while on duty Uniforms and cleaning of uniforms (for applicable positions) Free and discounted hotel stays Discounted parking
Equal Opportunity
EOE, Including Disability/Veterans About Langham Hospitality Group
A wholly-owned subsidiary of Great Eagle Holdings, Langham Hospitality Group (LHG) comprises a family of distinctive brands, including The Langham Hotels and Resorts, Cordis Hotels and Resorts, Eaton Workshop and YingnFlo. With over 40 hotels and residences in operation or development, LHG has a global footprint across Asia, Europe, North America, Australasia and the Middle East. Majestic views of the cityscape, the Chicago River, and Lake Michigan. All housed in a skyscraper designed by renowned architect Mies van der Rohe. Situated in downtown Chicago, our hotel is minutes from the Loop, Grant Park, Magnificent Mile, Millennium Park, and Navy Pier. Discover the perfect blend of convenience and stylish comfort at The Langham, Chicago. #J-18808-Ljbffr