Banquet Houseperson

Banquet Team Member

At Crescent Hotels & Resorts, we are a team of hospitality professionals that are deeply connected to and proud of the exceptional experiences we provide for our guests. More than that, we know our Associates are the shining stars of what we do!

We understand what it takes to be a part of something great. We will encourage you to bring your true self to work every day, we will celebrate you and we will cheer you on as you shine bright in your career journey. Whether it be our health & wellness programs, best in class learning and development or our travel discounts that 'feed your inner explorer', we work hard to create and deliver on what YOU need. We are ready for you to start your journey with us where You Belong. We Care. Shine Bright.

Located across the street from The Mall at Short Hills, the Hilton Short Hills features locally sourced food, an outdoor terrace and lounge, tennis courts and an indoor/outdoor pool to offer a memorable and enjoyable experience to our guests.

We are looking for our next best team member to join our Banquet team.

Discounts with our Crescent managed properties in North America for you & your family members

Hotel Room Discounts at Hilton properties worldwide

Free meals in our associates' dining room

This is a unionized position

Here is what you will be doing:

1. Communicate with supervisor throughout shift to be aware of the work.
2. Set up all meeting rooms to the specifications of the guest. This includes considerable physical activity in transporting awkward and heavy materials such as staging, tables, chairs, dancefloors, etc., from storage area to meeting rooms
3. Supply and replenish meeting rooms with clean glasses and fresh water.
4. Break down all meeting rooms where meetings have concluded and return to storage closet so the room will be available to be reset for the next function.
5. Maintain established cleaning schedule of meeting rooms and ballrooms so the rooms stay presentable at all times.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A minimum of 1 year of experience working in an event space doing set-up, break-down, turning and servicing of rooms.
• Schedule availability to include weekends and evenings.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to read diagrams and Banquet Event Orders.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• A positive attitude towards providing exceptional guest service.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• A passion for our hospitality and guest service.
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group.

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