What are the responsibilities and job description for the Banquet Houseperson | Jacksonville Holiday Inn position at Shaner Hotels?
Job Description
Join our dynamic hospitality team, where you'll play a key role in creating memorable experiences for our guests. This position supports the setup, maintenance and breakdown of banquet events while ensuring a clean, welcoming environment that meets both hotel and guest standards.
Qualifications
Shaner Hotel Group
Shaner Hotels is one of the foremost award-winning hospitality owner-operators and management companies in the hospitality industry. Our current portfolio consists of over 65 full-service, select-service, extended-stay and resort properties with more than 7,500 rooms in 14 states and four countries.We partner with the top Hospitality Brands including independent locations as well. We provide a variety of services for investors, hotel owners and brands—including hotel development, design and construction, e-commerce, and revenue management. You can find out more by visiting our website, www.shanercorp.com !
About The Team
Shaner has an immediate opportunity at our Holiday Inn (98 rooms) located in Jacksonville, Florida. The hotel is on the East Loop of I-295 and Baymeadows Road, Southeast of downtown Jacksonville. It is convenient located close to shops and eateries at the St. Johns Town Center and The Avenues shopping mall. The University of North Florida, Mayo Clinic and Florida State Community College South Campus are all nearby. The hotel is only 15 minutes to the Beaches, and 14 miles from Jacksonville’s Timucuan Ecological and Historical Preserve that offers hiking, biking, kayaking and other activities. With approximately 4000 sq/ft. The hotel’s conference and banquet space are the largest in the area, great for meetings and social functions.
- Be available to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and varied shifts, as required to meet the needs of the Company’s business operations.
- Set up and break down function rooms and event spaces based on group specifications and hotel standards.
- Refresh banquet rooms throughout events according to the schedule and service expectations.
- Ensure cleanliness, organization, and proper functioning of all banquet equipment and service areas.
- Maintain safe food and beverage handling practices in alignment with hotel, brand, and company policies.
- Collaborate with team members to provide seamless event service and support.
- Respond promptly and professionally to guest needs, delivering outstanding customer service at all times.
- Stay knowledgeable about hotel amenities, services, and local attractions to assist guests with inquiries.
- Perform other duties as assigned by management.
Join our dynamic hospitality team, where you'll play a key role in creating memorable experiences for our guests. This position supports the setup, maintenance and breakdown of banquet events while ensuring a clean, welcoming environment that meets both hotel and guest standards.
Qualifications
- Prior experience in a similar role within the hospitality or events industry preferred.
- Familiarity with banquet room setups (e.g., theater, classroom, U-shape) and standard equipment.
- Ability to handle cleaning chemicals safely and follow proper sanitation procedures.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a team-first attitude.
- Knowledge of local attractions and events is a plus.
Shaner Hotel Group
Shaner Hotels is one of the foremost award-winning hospitality owner-operators and management companies in the hospitality industry. Our current portfolio consists of over 65 full-service, select-service, extended-stay and resort properties with more than 7,500 rooms in 14 states and four countries.We partner with the top Hospitality Brands including independent locations as well. We provide a variety of services for investors, hotel owners and brands—including hotel development, design and construction, e-commerce, and revenue management. You can find out more by visiting our website, www.shanercorp.com !
About The Team
Shaner has an immediate opportunity at our Holiday Inn (98 rooms) located in Jacksonville, Florida. The hotel is on the East Loop of I-295 and Baymeadows Road, Southeast of downtown Jacksonville. It is convenient located close to shops and eateries at the St. Johns Town Center and The Avenues shopping mall. The University of North Florida, Mayo Clinic and Florida State Community College South Campus are all nearby. The hotel is only 15 minutes to the Beaches, and 14 miles from Jacksonville’s Timucuan Ecological and Historical Preserve that offers hiking, biking, kayaking and other activities. With approximately 4000 sq/ft. The hotel’s conference and banquet space are the largest in the area, great for meetings and social functions.