Banquet Houseperson (on-call)

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Rate of Pay: $ 25.51 per hour

With a keen eye for detail, The Banquet Houseperson ensures the room is set perfectly for each function exceeding guest’s expectations. You are adaptable and can assist clients with all last-minute changes. The position requires a service professional with excellent organizational, technical, and communication skills.     

What you will be doing:  

• Set up tables, chairs, dance floors, staging linens and assist with tabletop setup as directed 
• Ensure line by line delivery on Banquet Event Order requirements 
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of banquet spaces and storage 
• Follow service essentials at all times 
• Partner with Banquet Team and AV vendors to ensure seamless delivery and set-up 
• Other duties as assigned  

Physical Aspects of Position include (but not limited to): 

• Constant standing and walking throughout shift 
• Frequent lifting and carrying up to 60 lbs 
• Frequent kneeling, pushing, pulling, and lifting 
• Occasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs and ramps 

Your experience and skills include: 

• Previous banquet experience is an asset 
• Ability to take direction and read banquet event orders 
• Excellent follow through of tasks and attention to detail 
• Physically fit to stand and walk for the duration of the shift 
• Flexibility to work additional hours as required; including shift work, weekends, public holidays 

Additional Information

Your team and working environment:

• Opportunity to work with a diverse group, representative of over 20 countries worldwide
• Experienced group of individuals to train and hone innate skills and abilities

Visa Requirements: Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.A. Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square is unable to assist with work authorization.