Banquet Houseperson

Banquet HousepersonHoliday Inn Tewksbury - Tewksbury, MA 01876OverviewSalary Range $13.00 Position Type Full Time Job Shift First/Day Second/Afternoon Third/Night Education Level High School Category Hospitality - HotelDescriptionPosition Summary Properly set, clean and maintain all function rooms, service corridors, storerooms and public function areas in a safe, accident-free manner. Essential FunctionsCorrectly and efficiently set up and break down all department functions. (50%)Keep function room area and storage areas clean and neat at all times. (5%)Return all equipment not in use to proper storage area in clean condition before the end of each shift. (5%)Check electrical hook-ups for proper working order and tape down all exposed cords for equipment in use. (5%)Service/freshen all meeting rooms during breaks. (10%)Assist guests whenever possible, referring all requests which are beyond scope of responsibility immediately to supervisor. (5%)Perform periodic deep cleaning of banquet areas. (5%) Non-Essential FunctionsBe familiar with the various types of workable setups for each function room. (5%)Check temperature and see if all lights are working and adjusted properly. (5%)Working knowledge of AV equipment, assist AV person/guest as needed. (5%)QualificationsKnowledge and Skills:Education: No requirements.Experience: Prior labor intensive work experience preferred.Skills and Abilities: Ability to speak English. Ability to lift/push/carry 20-50 lbs No. Of employees supervised: None Travel Required: Local travel for outside catering functions. Hours Required: Flexible. Scheduled days and times may vary based on need. Lifting/Pushing/Pulling/Carrying: Describe the type(s) of required lifting, pushing, pulling, and/or carrying to include objects, weights and frequency. Lifting 20-40 lbs. (Trays, dish racks, glass racks, etc. Pushing 50-100 lbs., (carts, Queen Marys, hot box, portable bar). Carry 20-40 lbs. (trays, dish racks, glass racks, etc.) Bending/Kneeling: Describe the type(s) of required bending and/or kneeling to include when, why and how often. Ability to bend to lower level cabinets and banquet storage room. Bend to lift trays. Mobility: Describe the type(s) of mobility required to include distances and % of time involved. Maneuver in narrow areas and between seated guests. Distance 100 ft - 100% of time. Continuous Standing: Standing required to service guest/functions; 100% of time scheduled. Climbing Stairs: Up to approx. 12 steps 20% of 8 hours. Driving: No Driving Required. Work Environment: Inside: 95% of 8 hours. Outside: 5% of 8 hours. Hearing: Moderate Explain: Communicate with supervisor, co-workers, guests. Vision: Moderate Explain: Check cleanliness and set-up. Speech: Minimal Explain: Communicate with supervisor, coworkers, guests. Literacy: Moderate Explain: Read and understand instructions on BEOs. Chemicals/Agents: Describe any chemicals/agents to include what they are, warnings and frequency of use. Cleaning agents for silver, stainless steel and floor surfaces. 30% of time. Protective Clothing: Type: Slip-resistant footwear. Approx. 100% of scheduled shift. Equipment Operation: List type of equipment and frequency of use. Coffee machine, ice machine, refrigerator, vacuum cleaners, possible AV equipment.