Description

What are we looking for?

Fast-paced and full of action—that’s banquet life! As part of the Set-Up team, you’ll prepare event spaces, set tables, and make sure everything is in place for our guests. If you like keeping things moving and being part of creating unforgettable events, this is the role for you.

Full job description below for specific responsibilities and requirements

What makes us great?

We look for people who have what we call a "hospitality heart," characterized by a commitment to providing excellence, a passion for taking care of our guests, and a “can-do” attitude. We're a family-run business, and we consider our team members part of The Bartolotta Restaurants family. 

The Bartolotta Restaurants is a nationally recognized restaurant and catering organization co-founded by restaurateur Joe Bartolotta and his brother, two-time James Beard Award-winning Chef Paul Bartolotta. Since 1993, The Bartolotta Restaurants has grown to become the premier culinary brand in the Greater Milwaukee region, offering first-class service and cuisine across a portfolio of 18 one-of-a-kind restaurants and catering facilities. As a forward-thinking and respected company, we also give back to our community through Care-a-lotta, a charitable program that supports numerous nonprofit organizations throughout Milwaukee. 

At The Bartolotta Restaurants, we are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business, from the products we source to the food and service we deliver every day in our restaurants and catering venues. Our greatest asset in our company is our team members because, without them, we wouldn't be in business. 

What do we have to offer?

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our team members both personally and professionally, including:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision Insurance (Full Time Only)
• Company-Paid Life Insurance (Full Time Only)
• Supplemental Life Insurance (Full Time Only)
• Company-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability (Full Time Only)
• Supplemental Accident and Critical Illness Insurance 
• Supplemental Hospital Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• LegalShield and IDShield Protection
• Pet Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Complimentary Workday Family Meal
• Dining Discounts at Bartolotta Fine Dining Locations
• Discounted Discovery World Passes
• Discounted Fiserv Forum Tickets – Look at putting in the 

In addition to these benefits, you will have the opportunity to work alongside world-class mentors who provide hands-on training and development opportunities to support your career growth. If you have a passion for excellence and hospitality, we would love to welcome you to our team.

Job Summary:

As a member of the Bartolotta Catering Team, the Houseman day-to-day responsibilities will vary based on the needs of the business but will include a range of areas outlined below.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Set-up and take down of Banquet Rooms according to function specifications.  
• Confer with guests and clients to determine event requirements.
• Assist in transporting heavy materials such as staging, tables, and chairs to the event space.
• Check and appropriately adjust temperature and lights and ensure electric hookups are working.
• Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of the areas during and after events.

Requirements

Additional Qualifications

• Strong customer service and hospitality industry mindset
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and prioritize multiple projects.
• Must successfully function as a team player in a fast-paced and ever-changing work environment, working cooperatively with all levels of employees.

Typical Physical Demands:

• May require prolonged periods of standing
• Ability to push, pull, and lift up to 50 pounds
• Walking and standing on multiple surfaces including, but not limited to, carpeting, stone or concrete, or kitchen tiling, some with potentially slick surfaces.
• Position dictates working in a fast-paced environment and subject to flexible and or irregular hours, including some late nights and weekends

ADA Disclaimer: In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.