University Place Hotel, On-Call Intermittent Banquet Attendant

Position Announcement

Position Details


Proposed Start Date
05/01/2026


Classification Title
Food Service Worker 2


Working Title
University Place Hotel, On-Call Intermittent Banquet Attendant


Department
670551 - AUX University Place Conf Ctr


Position Number
D90729


Representation
OP - SEIU/OPEU Local 503


Position FTE
up to 0.4 FTE


End date, if applicable

Position Summary


Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept


The University Place Hotel is a hotel and conference center owned by Portland State University. Located on SW Lincoln Street near 4th Avenue the hotel includes an outdoor heated pool, a restaurant, fitness center, and meeting/event spaces. The parking lot offers 213 vehicle spaces reserved primarily for hotel guests.

Position Summary


University Place Hotel and Conference Center is seeking three (3) On-Call Intermittent Banquet Attendants at 0.4 FTE each to join our in-house team. In this role, you will ensure the seamless execution of events throughout the year. Hours vary significantly based on business needs, ranging from 0 to 40 hours per week.

This position is responsible for providing high-quality service during banquets, meetings, and multi-day functions. Duties include everything from efficient room setup and professional food service to refreshing spaces, breaking down setups, and assisting with dishwashing. By maintaining our in-house standards of excellence and operational reliability, you will play a critical role in ensuring a consistent, positive guest experience and supporting the overall success of University Place Hotel.

Minimum Qualifications from Classification


-One year of experience in a commercial food service utility.

Additional Minimum Qualifications for this Position

Required Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Oregon Food Handler's card.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to follow instructions, either through written forms, such as Banquet Event Orders and workplace procedures and policies, and/or verbal instructions from the assigned supervisor.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English to ensure safety and service standards.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull banquet equipment such as heavy tables and chairs, loaded carts, etc., weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand and walk for the duration of a shift (up to 8 hours per shift when needed)
• Sufficient communication skills to interact professionally with guests and team members.
• Must be comfortable with a fluctuating work schedule that sometimes includes early mornings (as early as 5:30 am), late nights (as late as 10 pm), weekends, and holidays, and understand that consistent hours are not guaranteed.
• A proven track record of punctuality and a professional and service-oriented attitude towards all guests and team members.

Preferred Qualifications

• Valid OLCC license.
• Maintain a minimum availability of two (2) days per week, including weekends, evenings, and holidays as business needs arise. Candidate must be responsive to scheduling requests once business needs are identified.

Key Cultural Competencies

• Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences.
• Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds.
• Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.
• Adheres to all PSU policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.

Environmental Stewardship


Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.

Work Days/Hours
Sunday to Saturday, on call and intermittent, schedule will vary.


Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement


The starting salary rate for this position will be $18.06 per hour. This on-call intermittent position is not eligible for benefits.

Application Instructions


Additional Information

Additional Application Instructions (deadlines, etc.)


Please list the names, telephone numbers and email addresses for three professional references.

Background Check Required
Yes


If you have questions


Please email the University Place Hotel at View email address on click.appcast.io.

Search Details


Posting Close Date

Application screening begins
03/16/2026