Banquet Houseperson - Philadelphia

Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Free life insurance

Disability coverage

Retirement savings with company match

Annual raises and bonus structure

Tuition reimbursement

Free parking

Discounted meals and exclusive travel/

Leadership development & mentorship

Alcohol beverage card assistance

Job summary

Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia is seeking a Banquet Houseperson to support our banquet team with setup and breakdown for functions and meetings. You will prepare rooms, tables, linens, AV gear, and related items according to client specifications and the BEO, while maintaining cleanliness across banquet spaces.

This role requires overnight or weekend shifts and the ability to lift up to 100 pounds. A valid gaming license eligibility and alcohol beverage card are required by PA authorities; a

Qualifications

• Requires ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Able to lift up to 100 pounds and move around kitchen/dining areas safely.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid gaming license as required by state authorities.

Responsibilities

• Set up banquet meeting rooms and food & beverage functions according to BEO or client instructions.
• Handle buffets, plated table settings, AV equipment, dance floor, staging, pipe and drape, tables, chairs, linen, and related items.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of all banquet facilities and spaces with team assistance.
• Transport dirty linens, separate napkins, and restock linens; inventory and care for banquet supplies.

Skills

Night shifts

Lifting up to 100 lbs

Safety and mobility

Gaming license eligibility

Education

HS diploma or GED preferred

Job description

Overview

Why We Need Your Talents

We have a great opportunity to join our banquet team as a Banquet Houseperson. The Housepersson is responsible for the set-up and breakdown of all banquet functions and meeting rooms.

Responsibilities

Where You'll Make an Impact

• Responsible for the set-up of all banquet meeting rooms and banquet food and beverage functions.
• This includes but is not limited to: buffets, plated table sets, audio visual equipment, dance floor, staging, pipe and drape, tables, chairs, linen and anything else described on the BEO, by the client, or as instructed by your manager.
• This position is also responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and organization of all banquet facilities and banquet meeting space with assistance from banquet staff and other departments as needed.
• Transporting of dirty linens to correct area to be cleaned, separate napkins from tablecloths, and restock linen shelves with clean linens routinely inventory and care for banquet supplies such as linens, chairs, china, glassware, flatware and decorations.

Qualifications

Skills You'll Need to Succeed

• Required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.
• Carrying or lifting items weighing up to 100 pounds. Standing up and moving about the kitchen and dining room in a safe and efficient manner. Handling equipment, objects, products and utensils.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid license as required by the State Gaming Agency for the position.

A Few Must Haves

• Education: A high school diploma or GED equivalent is preferred.
• Experience: Two - three years of banquet houseperson experience is preferred .
• License: Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid gaming license as determined by the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board for the position and an Alcohol Beverage Card required.

Perks We Offer You

• Comprehensive health coverage for full-time and part-time Team Members and their eligible dependents
• Free Basic Life Insurance
• Free Short Term & Long-Term Disability
• Retirement Savings with Company Match
• Generous Bonus Structure
• Annual Merit/Goal Based Pay Increases
• Leadership Skills Development & Mentorship Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free parking
• Free food and discounted meals
• Exclusive Discounts on Travel, Services, Goods and Entertainment

Life at Live!

• 24/7 high energy casino with a culture committed to fairness, teamwork, and most importantly FUN.
• Exposed to alcohol, cigarette and cigar smoke, bright lights, and loud noises.
• You will work in an environment where smoking is allowed.