Banquet Houseman

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THE UMSTEAD HOTEL & SPA

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Cary, North Carolina

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Responsible for the setup, breakdown, and cleanliness of all banquet front-of-house and back-of-house areas. Ensures event rooms are arranged according to hotel standards and BEO diagrams while maintaining equipment and linens.

Qualifications

You have the ability to lift at least 75lbs and stand or walk for extended periods. You are able to work flexible shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and possess basic knowledge of banquet operations and hotel standards.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Lifting

Steaming/ Ironing linens

Vacuuming

Dusting

Mopping

Wiping

Sweeping

Carpet shampooer

Polishing glasses

Table Types and Sizes

Basic Room Configurations

Linen Types and Uses

Banquet Event Order (BEO)

Lifting/ Carrying Safety

Equipment Safety

Job Description

Job DetailsJob Location: NC The Umstead Hotel and Spa - Cary, NC 27513Position Type: Full TimeJob Shift: Flex AM/PMThe banquet houseman is responsible for event setup, breakdown and cleanliness of all banquet FOH and BOH areas.   Job Requirements: Able to lift a minimum of 75lbs over the course of a shift Able to stand/ walk for an extended period over the course of a shift Must be able to work a flexible shift that includes nights, weekends and holidays   Leadership: Setting up the event rooms in accordance with hotel standards, taking direction from the BEO and/or diagrams. Placing bottled water and candy amenity out for each guest in the AM and refreshing during lunch Steaming/ Ironing linens Performing room turns as needed Assisting servers with refreshes/ cleaning of rooms during breaks Assisting guest to transport/ move boxes/ equipment within hotel as need Working independently with little supervision in breaking down/ resetting rooms at the conclusion of an event. Taking care to protect the hotels equipment and assets from damage Cleaning and maintaining the banquet areas in accordance with hotel standards Vacuuming, Dusting, Mopping, Wiping, Sweeping Possibly learning to use the carpet shampooer Organizing and maintaining banquet linen storage Organizing and maintaining banquet equipment storage Polishing glasses for the meeting room setups General Knowledge: Table Types and Sizes Basic Room Configurations Linen Types and Uses Basic Understanding of Banquet Event Order (BEO) Lifting/ Carrying Safety Equipment Safety Hotel Behavior Standard Qualifications High school or equivalent preferred 1-2 years as a banquet houseman in a hotel preferred Must be fluent in English   Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance   Schedule: 8 hour shift Weekend availability   Experience: Food Service: 1 year (Preferred)

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THE UMSTEAD HOTEL & SPA

Nestled lakeside on 12 acres of beautiful grounds in Cary, N.C., The Umstead Hotel and Spa is a calming retreat and luxury destination conceived and constructed to highlight and explore the interaction of art and nature. Founded on genuine hospitality and Southern sophistication, The Umstead features 150 oversized guest rooms, elegant furnishings and signature amenities. The Umstead welcomes and inspires guests to find comfort, tranquility and indulgence in the meticulously landscaped property and the adjacent Umstead State Park, as well as the plush Umstead Spa and contemporary American cuisine of celebrated chef Steven Greene at its signature restaurant, Herons. Independently owned and operated since opening in 2007, The Umstead Hotel and Spa is North Carolina’s first full-service hotel to receive the coveted AAA Five Diamond Award and is a Forbes Five Star rated property. For reservations and information, call 866.877.4141 or visit www.theumstead.com.
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