Banquet On-Call Houseperson

1 Hotels Group; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Starwood Hotels seeks a Banquets Houseperson to support event setup, breakdown and guest interactions, helping deliver exceptional hospitality experiences.

The role emphasizes teamwork, physical effort, and a flexible schedule, including days, evenings, weekends and holidays. Pay rate is $24/hr, and Starwood is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Passionate about hospitality.
• Able to lift up to 100 pounds.
• Flexible and hardworking with good teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Assist with setup and breakdown of banquet tables and events.
• Provide warm, informed guest interactions throughout service.
• Maintain a flexible schedule including days, evenings, weekends and holidays.

Skills

Hospitality passion

Physical work

Team player

Guest interaction

Job description

Grow with us... Life at Starwood Hotels is based on a simple idea: the world is beautiful and we want to keep it that way. But we can’t do it alone. That’s why hiring thoughtful and inspiring Team Members and Leaders who understand that our people, collaboration, stellar service, and respect for nature are so important to us. Imaginative. Fun. Amazing at what they do. That’s the Banquet Team, and it’s led by some of the most imaginative event experts out there. We’re currently seeking a Banquets Houseperson to be a part of that team. Which means complete devotion to any task you’re assigned, from setup and breakdown of tables to consistently warm and informed guest interactions. No doubt you’ll be expected to go above and beyond, but in turn there is so much room to grow in your role, and then eventually something even bigger. (Inside Tip: Being multi-lingual is a HUGE plus, so get out the Rosetta Stone.)

About you...

Passionate about hospitality, enjoys physical work and has previous similar work experience. Basic knowledgeable of banquet and event operations, a team player, hard worker, and able to lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Flexible and willing to work a flexible schedule including days, evenings, weekends and holidays.

About us...

As a mission-driven company, our purpose is our true north, and our compass guides the way. The purpose we live by impacts the lives of our team members, drives the experiences for our guests, builds community with like-minded travelers and takes care of the planet we live in. Founded in 2006 by Barry Sternlicht, Starwood Hotels is a luxury hotel brand management company and affiliate of global private investment firm Starwood Capital Group.

Pay rate $24/hr

Starwood Hotels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in a diverse, sustainable workforce with an empowered, inclusive culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis covered under applicable law. If you require any special accommodations, please visit People Operations.

Life at Starwood Hotels is based on a simple idea: the world is brimming with natural beauty, vivid splendor, and heartwarming whimsy—and we want to keep it that way. Our mission is to inspire others to do the same while crafting unique and evolved luxury experiences. We seek next-level talent with lots of heart and plenty of hustle, individuals who love to be of service, obsess over details, honor nature, aren’t afraid to ask questions, have the confidence to share new ideas and the respect to listen to diverse worldviews. We care about who you are, how you treat others and what fires you up.