Starting at $16.85 an hour plus Gratuities and Tips
7pm -3am /Part-Time

We are looking for individuals to join our Banquets Team. The Banquet Set-up Person is responsible for preparing space for all functions according to floor plans, manger and client expectations in timely, friendly efficient manner. We are looking for someone enthusiastic, upbeat and professional to join our Banquets Team.

The Westgate Hotel is a luxury hotel providing world-class elegance inhospitality. Devoted to tradition of excellence, providing memorable experience and genuine service. While caring for our employees and guest, to serving the communities where we live. Come be part of the experience and tradition at The Westgate Hotel.

Classification:Non- Exempt

Reports to: F&B Supervisors and F&B Manager

Essential Functions:Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Read all Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) for upcoming events
• Set up banquet spaces with precision according to BEO instructions and Westgate Hotel standards. This includes setting tables, chairs, and linens; setting silverware, glassware, or meeting supplies; assembling buffet lines, break stations, dance floors, stages, podiums
• Clean up of banquet spaces and service at the end of functions including bussing dishes, removing linens, sweeping/vacuuming/mopping, collecting trash
• Break down and store banquet equipment at the end of a given function
• Sort and wash dishes, glassware, cookware, utensils, and flatware using commercial dishwasher and triple sink methods
• Dispose of trash, recycling and organic waste in appropriate receptacles
• Maintain good organization and cleanliness of back-of-house service areas
• Regular and deep cleaning of banquet back-of-house and storage areas
• Maintain good condition of banquet equipment
• Ensure all banquet glassware and silverware is clean, polished, and stored in appropriate areas
• Ensure all dishes, cookware, are clean and stored in an organized fashion
• Ensure all banquet linens are properly stored in an organized fashion.
• Report any low inventory supplies or shortages to manager or supervisor

Requirements

• Must be able to stand for up to 6 hours at a time
• Must be able to lift and carry loads of up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to move loads of up to 150 pounds with the use of wheeled equipment
• Must be able to read Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) printed in English
• Must be detail oriented in executing set up instructions included in BEOs
• Must be able to follow workplace safety standards
• Must be able to work both as part of a team and independently without supervision

Qualifications:

• Previous Banquet setup experience in luxury hotel setting 
• GED or High School diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience

Here's what we offer:

• $200.00 Referral Bonus after being hired for each referral that is hired after 90 days of employment.
• Flexible scheduling Full and Part Time
• Benefits for full-time employees (30 hrs. a week) after 60 days of employment (Medical, Dental, Vision & Life)
• Hotel Stay Discounts 
• Employee Meals 
• AquaVie Fitness & Spa - Membership Discount
• Training and career growth opportunities
• Discounts at Grand America Hotels & Resorts properties
• Next to trolley station and downtown bus stops

Work Environment:This job operates in a professional environment. We serve "Employees First and Guests Always."

Physical Demands:

• Regularly works in both Indoor and outdoor environments.
• Must be able to exert physical effort in transporting or lifting overhead 20-50 or more pounds frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. 
• Must be able to stand/walk for up to 8 hours at a time

Other Duties:​Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.