Banquet Houseperson

BQT Houseperson Description

The Hilton Richmond Hotel & Spa/Short Pump is currently accepting applications for the position of Banquet Houseperson. 

The Hilton Short Pump is a flagship property owned and operated by Shamin Hotels.  Shamin Hotels is Central Virginia's largest hotel management company and has tripled in size to 75 hotels over the past ten years. We own and operate hotels under the Hilton, Hyatt, Marriott, InterContinental and Choice flags. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, paid time off, an incredible hotel discounts program and a fun, friendly place to work. We work hard but have fun doing it and are proud of our commitment to excellence and outstanding guest service.

The Banquet Houseperson is responsible for effectively and efficiently performing pre-event, throughout event and post-event duties to deliver and achieve superb event execution for clients.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Performing event set-up according to desired event floorplan & securing event equipment & peripherals required for events as stated on Equipment Pull Form(s). Set up tables, chairs, staging, etc. 
• Ensuring cleanliness and count accuracy, prior to departing for event location.
• Making logical equipment substitution/replacement selections, when needed, and noting
• Ensuring rented equipment is ready and accurate for schedule events
• Loading and unloading equipment and other items as needed and stated on Banquet Event Order(s)
• Performing services during event as needed, including barback and any other assigned event execution
• Performing event breakdown duties to include breaking down, loading, accounting for, returning and storing equipment to warehouse and rented equipment appropriately
• Maintaining a congenial and cooperative attitude toward member, guests & fellow colleagues throughout events
• Performing light repair and maintenance, cleaning and side work, as needed
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Shamin Hotels are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We maintain a drug free work environment and require all applicants to agree to a pre-employment background check.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Houseperson Qualifications

• The position requires a basic understanding of event setup
• Requires good communication skills and a desire to consistently deliver excellent customer service.
• The houseperson must enjoy performing a variety of duties while maintaining a professional, fun and friendly attitude while working.
• The position requires the capability to collaborate with team members and the flexibility to work various schedules as business demands, including nights, weekends and holidays. 

Salary : $16 - $17