Event Set Up Houseperson

Hyatt Taleo; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Pension and 401k

Paid vacation and holidays

Free room nights after 90 days

Tuition reimbursement

Free meal during workday

Employee stock purchase plan

Retail discounts

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill is seeking an Event Set Up Houseperson for a fast-paced banquet environment. You will set up and break down meeting spaces, including tables, chairs, stage, and dance floor, and ensure spaces are clean and ready for events.

Role requires good communication, stamina to stand/walk long hours, and the ability to lift moderate weight. Flexible schedule including weekends and holidays is required.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift, push, and pull a moderate amount of weight.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time.
• Ability to communicate and work well with a team.
• Ability to read and understand setup diagrams.
• Must be flexible to work any day of the week between 12pm – 3am.

Responsibilities

• Set up and break down all meeting spaces with tables, chairs, stage, dance floor, water, etc., and clean those spaces.
• Maintain clear communication with team and supervisors in a fast-paced environment.

Job description

Event Set Up Houseperson | WAS008060

Description

Join us for this incredible opportunity at Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill, just steps away from the U.S. Capitol building. Not only will you be part of this great team, you will also be part of a company that is one of Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work For, for several years running!
The Event Setup Houseperson is responsible for setting up and breaking down all meeting spaces with tables/chairs/stage/dance floor/water, etc. as well as cleaning those spaces. This person must have good communication skills as well as the ability to stand/walk for long periods of time and lift moderate weight. This is a fast-paced position. Must be able to work a flexible schedule any day of the week including weekends and holidays.

The hourly rate for this position is $22.8713 per hour, with increases at six months and one year.

Benefits available with this position include:

• Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Pension and 401k
• Paid vacation, sick days, and holidays
• Paid family bonding time and adoption assistance

Additional perks include:

• Free room nights after 90 days, discounted and friends & family room rates immediately
• Tuition reimbursement
• Free meal during the workday
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Discounts at various retailers
• Growth potential locally and throughout the country

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift, push, and pull a moderate amount of weight
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time
• Ability to communicate and work well with a team
• Ability to read and understand setup diagrams
• Must be flexible to work any day of the week between 12pm – 3am.

Primary Location

: US-DC-Washington

Organization

: Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill

Pay Basis

: Hourly US Dollar (USD)

Job Level

: Hourly/Entry Level Employee | Full-time

Job

: Banquets