House Person

House Person

Job Reference Number: 42491
Employment Type:  Part-Time  
Segment: Dining & Events
Brand: Abigail-Kirsch

The Role at a glance:

We are looking to add a motivated, skilled Houseperson - Hybrid to our Abigail Kirsch team, supporting both Tappan Hill Mansion and The Loading Dock. Home unit will be the Loading Dock in Stamford, CT. As a Houseperson, you will set up tables, chairs, linens, and event spaces; maintain the cleanliness of ballroom areas, restrooms, office spaces, guest areas, and back-of-house spaces; assist with event room set-up and breakdown; perform general cleaning, repair, and preventative maintenance; and support event operations while maintaining Abigail Kirsch’s high standards of quality. This position requires flexibility to work at either property based on business levels, event schedules, and operational needs.

Compensation Range

$18-$21 an hour.

What you'll be doing:

• Set-up, breakdown, and clean event rooms per diagram.
• Maintain a neat, organized, and safe working environment.
• Place linen and skirting on all tables for functions.
• Set tables with pads, pencils, candies, or other meeting materials unless otherwise instructed.
• Pin-spot tables, bars, and buffets.
• Refresh rooms in between functions and room turns.
• Monitor and refresh guest bathrooms during events and spot check throughout the day.
• Refresh paper goods in dispensers, as necessary.
• Empty trash as needed.
• Move furniture, tables, chairs, carts, and event equipment for room turns.
• Ensure event rooms are showcase-ready in between events.
• Assemble, break down, clean, and maintain dance floors.
• Stack, store, and organize equipment in storage areas when not in use.
• Assist Captains, Banquet Event Managers, Banquet Service Managers, and management during events when needed.
• Monitor gallery, lobby, ballroom, office, and public spaces for cleanliness.
• Vacuum ballroom and office areas as assigned.
• Clean windows and ledges.
• Spot clean chairs, carpets, acoustic walls, and movable partitions.
• Perform deep cleaning as needed.
• Clean, organize, and maintain storerooms, lumber rooms, closets, and back-of-house spaces.
• Disinfect and sanitize all restrooms, locker rooms, and assigned guest areas.
• Clean and maintain guest suites as assigned.
• Sweep and mop floors.
• Clean mirrors.
• Polish steel, chrome, and other finished surfaces.
• Spot clean and shampoo carpets and chairs as needed.
• Dispose of all garbage.
• Assist with hanging banners or client-requested event items.
• Assist when necessary and fill in when needed as a restroom attendant.
• Perform general repair and maintenance of the facility and equipment.
• Paint walls, doors, woodwork, wood paneling, and touch-up areas when needed.
• Check and change light bulbs as assigned.
• Assist with minor plumbing issues that may arise, including clogged drains, flooding, leaks, or similar facility concerns.
• Report any hazardous conditions, broken equipment, maintenance concerns, or sanitation issues to the Facilities Supervisor, Facilities Manager, or management.
• Perform all reasonable requests by the Management team.
• Attend and participate in all scheduled meetings and training sessions.
• Know and follow all Abigail Kirsch, Tappan Hill Mansion, and The Loading Dock emergency and safety procedures.
• Follow proper time keeping policies and procedures.
• Follow the sign-in and sign-out procedure for keys.

What we're looking for:

• Minimum one year of banquet set-up, custodial, facilities, or related hospitality work preferred.
• Basic knowledge of painting, window cleaning, restroom sanitation, general cleaning, and facility upkeep.
• Ability to handle equipment such as vacuums, sweepers, carpet extractors, mops, carts, and related cleaning equipment.
• Ability to work with cleaning chemicals in a safe OSHA-compliant manner.
• Ability to withstand varying indoor and outdoor work conditions, including extreme temperatures when required.
• Ability to deal effectively with internal and external customers to obtain information and resolve problems quickly.
• Ability to communicate effectively with associates, management, clients, guests, and vendors if necessary.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to accommodate business levels, including nights, weekends, holidays, and event-based shifts.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull tables, chairs, carts, garbage, boxes, and event equipment using safe work practices.
• Ability to follow diagrams, verbal instructions, written instructions, cleaning procedures, maintenance direction, and safety policies.

About Abigail Kirsch:

Started in the 1970s as a family-owned catering company, Abigail Kirsch has grown into one of New York’s premier caterers. Our steady growth has allowed us to bring our hospitality, service, and delicious food to Connecticut, Westchester, and New York City.

About Elior North America:

Elior North America is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We take pride in supporting the development of our employees and their skills at all levels and in fostering an environment of growth.

At Elior North America, we are committed to offering growth and advancement opportunities for all of our employees. The valuable skills and experience you’ve gained with Elior will propel you further in your career, whether with our corporate office or one of our brand segments.

Disclaimer : This job description can be revised by management as needed.