Banquet Houseperson On-Call

Sonesta International Hotels

We're Sonesta International Hotels. The 8th largest hotel company in the U.S.—and growing fast.

An epic blend of full-service and focused hotels in major cities, Sonesta's uniquely diverse portfolio of owned, managed, and franchised properties makes us everywhere you want to be. Driven by the human side of hospitality, we deliver service with passion, loyalty with purpose, and experiences that truly connect.

Together We Thrive —bringing quality, value, and amazing hospitality to every guest, every stay, across 1000+ properties in eight countries and counting.

Job Description

Confer with guests/clients to determine their specific requirements for setting up banquet rooms• Ensure that all details are recorded so that an estimate for services and supplies can be produced• Coordinate efforts of decorators, caterers, and serving staff to help set up banquet rooms and halls• Assist in transporting heavy materials such as staging, tables, and chairs to the banquet hall and provide instructions on how to place them• Check and appropriately adjust room temperature and lights and ensure that electric hook-ups are in working order• Receive materials and supplies from vendors and supplies and ensure that they are properly secured• Provide audio-visual services such as setting up equipment and instructing guests on the appropriate use• Ensure that food services are properly managed by testing dishes to ensure that they conform to taste and quality standards• Set supplies such as pens, pads, and information packs on each table, in accordance with instructions provided by the client• Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of the banquet areas during and after each event• Greet guests as they arrive at the event and assist them in finding appropriate seats• Replenish beverages and food items as necessary and respond to any special requests from guests

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status.

Pay Range

Pay Range $23.4 - $26hr. Base pay offered may vary depending on various factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills, and job-specific experience/overall experience.

Benefits

Sonesta recognizes that benefits play a vital role in helping ensure the health and financial security of employees and their families. We offer a variety of benefits to our employees including:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account with Company Match
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Vacation and Sick Days
• Sonesta Hotel Discounts
• Educational Assistance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Various Employee Perks and Discounts
• Hospital Indemnity
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance

Sonesta is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Upon submitting your application, please ensure you complete a full application in addition to attaching a resume. Incomplete applications received will not be considered.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.