Houseperson Banquet- InterContinental Boston

Job Overview Set-up and break down all meeting rooms, banquet space and ballroom areas. Clean and maintain all corridors, vending areas, elevators and landings and service areas in the banquet facilities ensuring hotel’s standards of cleanliness. Duties and Responsibilities Set-up and/or break-down tables, chairs, audio visual equipment and platforms/stages and other equipment as specified by group requirements. Set-up table linens, skirting and table top items (water pitchers, glasses, supplies, etc.) Clean, store, and secure in an organized manner all tables, chairs, and audio visual equipment, platforms/stages and other equipment used for banquet functions. Maintain cleanliness of banquet rooms, banquet hallways, and storage and service areas. Inspect cleanliness and working condition of all equipment to be set up in function area. Report all damages or issues to Supervisor. May refresh room during breaks (replenish supplies, water pitchers, etc.) May retrieve clean linen and skirting and stock in storage areas. May pick-up and deliver all boxes and materials (flip charts, easels, blackboards, etc.) for function. Perform other duties as assigned by the management. Qualifications and Requirements Basic reading, writing and mathematical skills. General knowledge of banquet operations preferred. Handling, carrying or lifting items weighing up to 100 pounds (tables, chairs, trays, equipment, etc.) Moving about the function areas. Bending, stooping, kneeling. Communication skills are utilized a significant amount of time when interacting with guests, coworkers, and supervisors. Reading and writing abilities are utilized often with banquet event orders and instructions. Basic math used frequently to ensure the proper set up of tables, settings, chairs, etc. May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays. Work Area: Banquet Rooms/Space This position is classified as non-exempt (per the Fair Labor Standards Act) and is subject to overtime in accordance with Federal and State Regulations. Important Information The salary range listed is the lowest to highest pay scale we, in good faith, believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay position within the pay range will be based on several factors, including relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs. No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until it is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or other form of compensation allocable to a particular employee remain in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process, please click here. IHG does not accept applications, inquiries, or unsolicited CVs/resumes from staffing or recruiting agencies. Please click here for our agency policy. If you are a resident of or applying to a job opening in the State of Washington, please click here to read about applicable benefits. Job Details Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Other Industries: Hospitality Location: Boston, MA (InterContinental Boston) Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today. #J-18808-Ljbffr IHG Hotels & Resorts