BQT Houseperson

TPG Hotels & Resorts; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

TPG Hotels & Resorts in Boca Raton is seeking a friendly Banquet Houseperson to set up banquet spaces, operate simple audio-visual equipment, and support event staff. You will transport materials, arrange tables and chairs, and ensure rooms meet brand and safety standards.

Responsibilities include breaking down setups, returning equipment to storage, and keeping storage areas organized. A positive guest service attitude and basic computer use are required.

Qualifications

• Hospitality knowledge and guest service mindset.
• Ability to operate basic AV equipment and stage setup.
• Strong attention to detail and organization.

Responsibilities

• Efficient and correct set up of banquet spaces per group requirements.
• Provide audio visual services including setup, use instruction and storage.
• Transport boxes/materials for functions as needed.
• Break down and return equipment to storage in clean condition.
• Maintain neat function and equipment storage areas.

Skills

Hospitality industry knowledge

Audio-visual equipment handling

Customer service orientation

Attention to detail

Time management

Safety compliance

Equipment setup

Education

High school education or related experience

Job description

The Banquet Houseperson sets and maintains all function rooms/areas, service corridors, storerooms and equipment in safe and efficient compliance with policies and procedures, brand standards, and federal, state and local regulations.

What you'll be doing

• Efficient and correct set up of tables, chairs, platforms/stages and other equipment as specified by group requirements. Check and properly adjust temperature and lights. Check electrical hook-ups for proper working order and tape down all exposed cords.
• Provide audio visual services including set up, instruct in proper equipment use, take down and secure storage of equipment.
• Pick-up and deliver boxes/materials for functions as needed.
• Break down of tables, chairs, platforms/stages and other equipment. Return all unused equipment in clean condition to proper storage area.
• Keep function and equipment storage areas neat and clean.
• Perform deep cleaning of function areas as assigned.
• Perform special projects and other responsibilities as assigned. Participate in task forces and committees as requested.

Skills and Abilities

High school education or related experience. Familiarity with audio visual equipment and hospitality industry practices preferred. Ability to understand and provide friendly guest service. Ability to understand and comply with proper set ups, cleaning, break down and storage techniques and procedures. Ability to timely complete assigned tasks. Ability to timely compile facts/figures, identify and investigate issues and resolve basic matters. Ability to follow an appropriate course of action based on policies and procedures. Ability to operate a computer, calculator, phone and other office equipment. Attention to details with good organizational and efficient time management skills.

Working Conditions & Physical Effort:

Physical work is a primary part of many of our hotel and resort jobs. Physical requirements include extended standing and walking, climbing, bending, reaching, pulling, pushing, kneeling, and lifting to 50 lbs. Some work is performed in an interior hotel environment with equipment and machines. The work involves exposure to extreme temperatures, chemicals, dirt, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises. The exposure to hazards or physical risks requires following basic safety precautions and use of applicable protective equipment.

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