Banquet Set Up

Commonwealth Commercial; Norfolk, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth Commercial is seeking a banquet setup staff for Marriott Norfolk Waterside in Norfolk, VA. The role involves final breakdown, cleaning, and returning equipment, plus setting up and restocking work areas and supporting other departments to ensure exceptional guest service.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, 1–2 years in food service, and strong English communication. Physical tasks include lifting and moving heavy items in a busy hotel setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or equivalent
• 1–2 years of experience in food service preferred
• Good command of English with clear written and verbal communication
• Able to communicate with guests, management and coworkers

Responsibilities

• Be in proper uniform with nametag; wear non-slip shoes.
• Complete closing duties, store reusable goods and secure equipment.
• Set up rooms and function areas per group requirements and standards.
• Maintain cleanliness, sanitation and organization of assigned areas.
• Assist other departments to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Follow hotel policies and departmental procedures.

Skills

Good communication skills

English language

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Work Equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Marriott Norfolk Waterside, Norfolk, VA - Norfolk, VA 23510

Salary Range: $17.00 - $17.00 Hourly

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The banquet setup position completes the final breakdown of function, cleaning the room, and cleaning and returning equipment to its proper location. Complete closing duties, including storing all reusable goods, locking doors, breaking down goods, etc. Set up, stock, and maintain work areas. Monitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas. Transport dirty linen to correct area to be cleaned, separate napkins from tablecloths, and restock linen shelves with clean linens. Maintain cleanliness of work areas throughout the day, practicing clean-as-you-go procedures. Assist other departments when needed to ensure optimum service to guests. This industry functions seven (7) days a week, twenty-four (24) hours a day.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED): or Work Equivalent
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in food service preferred.
• Good understanding of the English language, good communication skills both written and verbal.
• Satisfactorily communicate with guests, management and co-workers to their understanding.
• Prefer previous experience in similar position in the Hospitality industry.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Exert physical effort in lifting/transporting at least 50 pounds. Push/pull carts and other equipment up to 200 pounds.
• Endure various physical movements throughout the work areas.
• Prefer previous experience in similar position in the Hospitality industry.
• Work environment – banquet rooms, and all areas of the hotel. Job involves working under variable temperature conditions and noise levels, in indoor and outdoor settings
• Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for lengthy periods of time.

JOB RESPONSIBILTIES:

• Be in proper uniform, with a nametag. Employees must wear flat, closed-toe non-slip shoes.
• Always maintain positive guest relations. Work to resolve guest complaints, ensuring guest satisfaction and communicating effectively with guests as well as team members.
• Maintain knowledge of all hotel features/services, hours of operation, special packages and promotions, daily house count and expected arrivals/departures and scheduled daily group activities.
• Maintain complete knowledge of service requirements for assigned functions.
• Adhere to timelines in completion of set-ups and adapt to priority changes of workflow or requirements.
• Maintain complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment. Use equipment only as intended.
• Monitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation and organization of assigned work areas.
• Use correct cleaning chemicals for designated items/surfaces, according to OSHA regulations and hotel requirements.
• Set up rooms and function areas with designated tables, chairs, staging, dance floor, flipcharts, easels, blackboards and other equipment as specified by group requirements and in accordance with departmental standards.
• Set up table linens, skirting and tabletop items (water pitchers, ashtrays, glasses, etc.) as specified by group and in accordance with departmental standards
• Refresh rooms as scheduled, following departmental standards.
• Breakdown function areas as scheduled in accordance with departmental procedures. Store all reusable goods and return equipment to specified storage areas.
• Inspect the condition of all furniture for tears, rips and stains and report damage to the Supervisor.
• Accommodate guest requests for additions/changes to scheduled arrangements courteously and in accordance with departmental standards.
• Assists in handling emergencies to protect our guests and associates and preserve the building and its systems during the emergency. Must act as quickly and responsibly as possible to return the building to its normal operating status.
• Responsible for knowing and abiding by all department, Commonwealth Lodging Management and hotel policies and procedures. As well as the brand standards, policies and procedures.
• This job description is not intended to provide a complete and comprehensive list of all job duties, requirements and responsibilities. Instead, it is provided as a general overview of the expectations for the position.