Banquet Houseperson

ABOUT HOTEL DROVER:

Inspired by the pioneering spirit of the West, Hotel Drover delivers true Texas hospitality. Named to honor the legendary cowboys who drove cattle to market across the plains, Hotel Drover is an Autograph Collection® property, offering a truly unique guest experience in the heart of the historic Fort Worth Stockyards.

Our goal is simple. To harness the true spirit of the Stockyards through the legacy of the drover, creating an experience that can only be achieved here in Fort Worth. Proud of where we came from, we greet visitors with a tip of the hat and a firm handshake, welcoming all to enjoy life's simple pleasures and genuine Texas hospitality.

So, dust off your boots, grab your hat and join us at Hotel Drover.

WHO WE'RE SEEKING:

We're seeking a unique individual who will embody the heart and soul of the Fort Worth Stockyards while caring deeply about our brand and community - someone who acts as an extension of our mission, values, and culture. This person is driven to create meaningful experiences for our employees, guests, and community.

We want to work with someone who brings a spirit of fun, authenticity, collaboration, and genuine hospitality to their life and work. We are seeking an individual who will whole-heartedly take responsibility for ensuring Hotel Drover successfully delivers Legendary Service to every guest, every day.

We have poured our passion, energy, and excitement into crafting an extraordinary place and brand - and we know that the right Banquet Houseman for Hotel Drover will be as inspired and passionate about this vision as we are. Care for people has a belief in the power of community, and the desire to create extraordinary experiences drives us. You must apply if these things also drive you!

As a Banquet Houseperson, you will provide timely and courteous service to all banquet guests, encouraging the guest to return and facilitate outstanding banquet experiences. You will serve food and beverages at banquet functions in a timely manner in a dynamic team-focused environment!

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Embody the values + guiding principles of Hotel Drover
• Ability to manage multiple functions and deliver results in a demanding, fast-paced environment
• Build and maintain relationships with all stakeholders while acting as an extension of the Hotel Drover brand
• Provide guests with excellent customer service and accommodate any needs for reasonable special requests.
• Set up, clean and maintain meeting and banquet rooms following the standards of service as set by hotel management.
• Responsible for the proper cleaning and setting of banquet functions and meeting rooms
• Care and storage of all equipment such as tables and chairs
• Servicing meeting rooms
• Work closely with the Banquet Servers to ensure guest satisfaction
• Provide outstanding service
• Follow uniform and grooming specifications
• Communicate with support crew and management

MUST-HAVES:

• Passion for creating an amazing experience for our clients and guests
• Eye for detail
• Creative thinking and strategic skills
• Flexible schedule, able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building abilities; passion for collaboration

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 1+ years of experience as a banquet houseman
• Ability to read, write, and verbally communicate effectively and professionally with other business departments, guests, and vendors. Ability to diplomatically deal with difficult situations and people, while exhibiting a consistent level of professionalism.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10-25 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

OUR CORE VALUES:

• Hit the Mark, Every Time
• Blaze New Trails
• Spark Warmth
• Be Intentional
• Honor All
• Do Right
• Stay Curious