Retail/Bar Porter - Walter E. Washington Convention Center

Job Description

The Retail/Bar Porter at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center is responsible for supporting all banquet and event operations by setting up, maintaining, and breaking down event spaces. This role ensures that meeting rooms, ballrooms, and exhibit spaces are properly arranged according to event specifications and client expectations. The Banquet Porter plays a key role in delivering seamless events in a fast-paced, event-driven environment while maintaining safety, cleanliness, and teamwork.

Compensation Data

COMPENSATION: The Hourly rate for this position is $25.48 to $25.48. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.

BENEFITS: Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works. For more information about Aramark benefits, click here Aramark Careers - Benefits & Compensation

There is no predetermined application window for this position, the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all applicable laws, including, but not limited to all applicable Fair Chance Ordinances and Acts. For jobs in San Francisco, this includes the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Job Responsibilities

•Support banquet servers and supervisors during events as needed
• Respond quickly to last-minute room changes, resets, or special requests
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of event spaces before, during, and after events, i.e
• Ensure security of company assets
• Perform other duties as assigned; essential functions and responsibilities may vary based on location, client requirements, and business needs.
• Work collaboratively with Banquet Captains, Supervisors, and Operations teams
• Maintain a professional, welcoming, and helpful attitude toward guests, customers, clients, and co-workers
• Assist other departments when needed to ensure event success
• Open availability as hours 

Properly handle, transport, and store equipment while following safety procedures
• Ensure equipment is clean and in working condition; report any issues to management
• Report maintenance needs or safety concerns promptly

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice. 

Qualifications

• Previous bar, porter, hospitality, or event setup experience preferred
• Warehouse experience with moving furniture and heavy items.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions, room diagrams, and timelines
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Effective communication skills
• Capability to remain focused and composed in a fast-paced, event-driven environment
• Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required
• Ability to meet physical demands of the role, including lifting and extended movement

This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing. This role may also require uniforms and/or usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). 

Education

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.