SOFITEL
Job Description
With a keen eye for detail, The Banquet Houseperson ensures the room is set perfectly for each function exceeding guest’s expectations. You are adaptable and can assist clients with all last-minute changes. The position requires a service professional with excellent organizational, technical, and communication skills.
What you will be doing:
Set up tables, chairs, dance floors, staging linens and assist with tabletop setup as directed
Ensure line by line delivery on Banquet Event Order requirements
Maintain organization and cleanliness of banquet spaces and storage
Follow service essentials at all times
Partner with Banquet Team and AV vendors to ensure seamless delivery and set-up
Other duties as assigned
Physical Aspects of Position include (but not limited to):
Constant standing and walking throughout shift
Frequent lifting and carrying up to 60 lbs
Frequent kneeling, pushing, pulling, and lifting
Occasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs and ramps
Qualifications: Qualifications
Your experience and skills include:
Previous banquet experience is an asset
Ability to take direction and read banquet event orders
Excellent follow through of tasks and attention to detail
Physically fit to stand and walk for the duration of the shift
Flexibility to work additional hours as required; including shift work, weekends, public holidays
Additional Information
Additional Information
Your team and working environment:
Opportunity to work with a diverse group, representative of over 20 countries worldwide
Experienced group of individuals to train and hone innate skills and abilities
Visa Requirements: Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.A. Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square is unable to assist with work authorization.
With a keen eye for detail, The Banquet Houseperson ensures the room is set perfectly for each function exceeding guest’s expectations. You are adaptable and can assist clients with all last-minute changes. The position requires a service professional with excellent organizational, technical, and communication skills.
What you will be doing:
Set up tables, chairs, dance floors, staging linens and assist with tabletop setup as directed
Ensure line by line delivery on Banquet Event Order requirements
Maintain organization and cleanliness of banquet spaces and storage
Follow service essentials at all times
Partner with Banquet Team and AV vendors to ensure seamless delivery and set-up
Other duties as assigned
Physical Aspects of Position include (but not limited to):
Constant standing and walking throughout shift
Frequent lifting and carrying up to 60 lbs
Frequent kneeling, pushing, pulling, and lifting
Occasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs and ramps
Qualifications: Qualifications
Your experience and skills include:
Previous banquet experience is an asset
Ability to take direction and read banquet event orders
Excellent follow through of tasks and attention to detail
Physically fit to stand and walk for the duration of the shift
Flexibility to work additional hours as required; including shift work, weekends, public holidays
Additional Information
Additional Information
Your team and working environment:
Opportunity to work with a diverse group, representative of over 20 countries worldwide
Experienced group of individuals to train and hone innate skills and abilities
Visa Requirements: Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.A. Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square is unable to assist with work authorization.