Event Set Up

Job Description

Job Description

The Ohioan Hotel & Event Center (Formally Nationwide Hotel and Conference Center) located in Lewis Center, Ohio is seeking full-time and part time Event Set Up Team Members to join our team! Our property is one of the largest venues in Columbus. During the week we hold a wide variety of meetings and during the weekend we host weddings! We are offering a $500 sign on bonus!!

Our attractive compensation package includes a competitive wage of $17 to $19 hourly, access to health benefits, PTO and 6 paid Holiday's (full-time only), 401K with up to 4% company match, and dining and travel discounts.

Job Summary:

As an Event Set Up associate, you are responsible for the set up and tear down of all meetings and social events within a timely manner.

Essential Functions:

1. Follow the daily assigned set-up pack and diagrams to accurately set meetings and social functions according to the sales contract and property standards. This will include disposing of trash, vacuuming, removing stains from carpet and walls, installing/uninstalling equipment and materials.

2. Ensure all storage spaces are clean, organized and secured on a daily basis. Maintain the safety of the conference center by ensuring all pathways, entrances/exits are free of equipment and obstacles.

3. Maintain and monitor all unused spaces daily to ensure the spaces are secure, clean and tour ready. Properly store meeting room supplies such as linen, notepads, candy, water, pens, chairs, tables, stage and dance floor.

4. Maintain proper care and use of equipment and report all damaged equipment to maintenance for timely repair.

5. Uphold the high standards of guest service by proactively assisting guests when needed.

6. Support the concierge with shipping and receiving to help deliver parcels to guests and associates.

7. Assist the sales and planning offices as needed to determine set-up layouts for future meetings including the mock sets of meeting spaces.

8. Perform additional duties as requested by a manager at various times in a timely fashion.

Physical Requirements:

These physical demands represent the physical requirements necessary for an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of the position.

1. Heavy workloads requiring the ability to exert up to 100 pounds of force and the ability to regularly lift 55 lbs.

2. Must be able to lift, pull and push heavy objects frequently throughout the shift.

3. Ability to bend, twist, reach and stand for extended length of time.

Qualifications, Education, Experience, Skills, and Abilities:

1. Must be able to work outside during all seasons and weather conditions

2. Flexible schedule to include nights, weekends and holidays

3. Ability to work in a team environment

4. Must have problem solving abilities, be self-motivated, and organized

5. Ability to multi-task is a must

6. English language and professional communications skills are beneficial

7. Previous hotel and event experience is favorable

8. Forklift certification is helpful

9. High school diploma or equivalent

Other perks and benefits! Come work with us, and you'll receive dining and travel discounts, special offers from our business partners, use of the hotel gym, 5 free nights in the hotel each year for your friends or family, dry cleaning discounts, discounts on shoes, free parking, free employee meals, etc. Not to mention all of the smiles, laughs, and good times that are always complimentary.

The Ohioan Hotel & Event Center (Formally Nationwide Hotel and Conference Center) is managed by Columbus Hospitality Management, a company committed to providing quality service and memorable guest experiences in a positive and welcoming work environment. We are focused on supporting the needs of our team through our commitment to the family/work life balance and by providing development opportunities.

We are proud to be a Drug Free Workplace/EOE. All applicants will be required to submit to a background check prior to employment.