Meetings & Events Houseperson S03, The Statler Hotel

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The Peter and Stephanie Nolan College of Hotel Administration at Cornell University is renowned for its pioneering hospitality education. Its mission is to cultivate leaders who excel in the hospitality industry through a blend of business acumen and innovative thinking. The college values excellence, community, and a commitment to shaping the future of hospitality.

The Statler Hotel, located on Cornell University's campus, is renowned as "the premier hotel that teaches." It serves as the practical hotel operations laboratory for the Peter and Stephanie Nolan School of Hotel Administration, providing students with hands-on experience in hospitality management. The hotel combines modern elegance with the vibrant energy of campus life, offering guests a unique and immersive stay. With over 150 rooms and state-of-the-art conference facilities, it hosts numerous important events and meetings. The Statler Hotel is committed to excellence in service and hospitality education, making it a cornerstone of Cornell's hospitality program.

Position Summary:

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The Houseperson in the Meetings and Events department at the Statler Hotel is responsible for ensuring the seamless execution of events by handling the setup, breakdown, and cleaning of all function areas. This role involves maintaining and assisting clients with audiovisual equipment while providing professional and timely service. Additionally, the Houseperson supports and mentors student workers during shifts, fostering their development. Flexibility is required, as the schedule varies with business needs, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience in and/or demonstrated commitment to supporting diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and well-being.
• Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.
• Familiar with audiovisual equipment, and basic event set-ups ranging from conferences and meetings to social events such as weddings and galas.
• Able and willing to move heavy furniture quickly and efficiently in order to meet set up deadlines.
• Professional appearance and pleasant demeanor.
• Must be able to handle last-minute requests and shifting priorities in a high-paced work environment whist delivering service fitting of a four-diamond property.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of computers, specifically display and audio settings typically used in a presentation setting, as well as commonly used software and programs such as zoom, Microsoft teams, and PowerPoint.

University Job Title:
Custodian S03

Job Family:
United Auto Workers

Level:
S03

Pay Rate Type:
Hourly

Pay Range:
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Remote Option Availability:
Onsite

Company:
Endowed

Contact Name:
Lisa Rhoads

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2026-03-02