Banquet Houseperson - Holiday Inn Riverwalk - San Antonio, TX

Do you see yourself as a **_Banquet Houseperson_** ? What's your passion? Whether you're into tennis, painting or gardening, at IHG we're interested in YOU. At IHG we employ people who apply the same amount of care and passion to their jobs as they do their hobbies - people who put our guests at the heart of everything they do. And we're looking for more people like this to join our friendly and professional team. At Holiday Inn ® we want our guests to relax and be themselves which means we need team members to: **Be you** - by being natural, professional and personable in the way you are with people **Get ready** - by taking notice and using your knowledge so that you are prepared for anything **Show you care** - by being thoughtful in the way you welcome and connect with guests **Take action** - by showing initiative, taking ownership and going the extra mile. **Responsibilities** : Set-up and break down all meeting rooms, banquet space and ballroom areas. Clean and maintain all corridors, vending areas, elevators and landings and service areas in the banquet facilities ensuring hotel's standards of cleanliness. · Clean, store, and secure in an organized manner all tables, chairs, and audio-visual equipment, platforms/stages and other equipment used for banquet functions. · Inspect cleanliness and working condition of all equipment to be set up in function area. Report all damages or issues to Supervisor. · Maintain cleanliness of banquet rooms, banquet hallways, and storage and service areas. · May refresh room during breaks (replenish supplies, water pitchers, etc.) · Set-up and/or break-down tables, chairs, audio visual equipment and platforms/stages and other equipment as specified by group requirements. Set-up table linens, skirting and table top items (water pitchers, glasses, supplies, etc.) · May retrieve clean linen and skirting and stock in storage areas. · May pick-up and deliver all boxes and materials (flip charts, easels, blackboards, etc.) for function. · Perform other duties as assigned. **Qualifications** : Basic reading and writing and mathematical skills. General knowledge of banquet operations preferred. This job requires ability to perform the following: · Handling, carrying or lifting items weighing up to 100 pounds (tables, chairs, trays, equipment, etc.). · Moving about the function areas. · Bending, stooping, kneeling Other: · Communication skills are utilized a significant amount of time when interacting with guests, coworkers, and supervisors. · Reading and writing abilities are utilized often with banquet event orders and instructions. · Basic math is used frequently to ensure the proper set up of tables, settings, chairs, etc. · May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays. **What we offer:** The hourly pay range for this role is $15.00 to $16.00 per hour. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401k, and many other benefits to eligible employees. We'll reward all your hard work with a great salary and benefits - including a uniform, great room discount and superb training. We offer free onsite parking, employee meals and so much more! Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. So, join us and you'll become part of our ever-growing global family. **Not Applicable for Colorado Applicants** IHG is an equal opportunity employer: Minorities / Females / Disabled / Veterans. Travel is a journey. We help make it a joy. Starting with a warm, inviting welcome for all guests, whether travelling on business or for fun, enjoying a one night stay, or relaxing for a week. At Holiday Inn®️ we thrive on making our guests stays brighter, helping them create memories that will last a lifetime. Irresistible smiles are our specialty. We should know, we've been on our journey since 1952. So if you can help our guests enjoy the brighter side of travel, we'd love to give you a warm welcome to the Holiday Inn®️ family. Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today. **Important information** : + The salary range listed is the lowest to highest pay scale we, in good faith, believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee's pay position within the pay range will be based on several factors, including relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs. + No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until it is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or other form of compensation allocable to a particular employee remain in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law. + If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process, please click here . + IHG does not accept applications, inquiries, or unsolicited CVs/resumes from staffing or recruiting agencies. Please click here for our agency policy. + If you are a resident of or applying to a job opening in the State of Washington, please click here to read about applicable benefits. At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We firmly believe that all our colleagues deserve to be treated equally and have the same opportunities to develop and grow their skills within our business and provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and colleagues without regard to an individual's, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or familial status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.