On Call Banquet Houseman

HEI Hotels & Resorts; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with matching

Job summary

HEI Hotels & Resorts is seeking a Banquet Assistant at the Pittsburgh Marriott City Center to support the Banquet Manager in preparing for events and ensuring a positive guest experience. You will set up meeting rooms to guest specifications, move heavy equipment, stock supplies, and maintain room cleanliness throughout shifts.

The role requires physical stamina, ability to lift up to 100 lbs., and strong communication to coordinate with supervisors and staff.

Qualifications

• Able to lift and move tables and chairs and podiums weighing up to 100 lbs.
• Able to stand for long periods of time.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist Banquet Manager in preparations for banquet guests and ensure positive guest experience.
• Set up meeting rooms per guest specifications, including moving furniture and equipment.
• Replenish meeting rooms with glasses and water; maintain cleaning schedule.
• Break down rooms after events and return items to storage for next function.
• Ensure rooms and ballrooms stay presentable and ready for use.
• Adhere to attendance requirements and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Physical stamina

Team coordination

Verbal communication

Heavy lifting

Job description

About Us

At the Pittsburgh Marriott City Center, we don't just offer exceptional hospitality - we offer exceptional careers. Located in the heart of the city, just steps from Acrisure Stadium and across from PPG Paints Arena, our hotel blends modern style with authentic Pittsburgh charm. What truly sets us apart is our people. We believe that our success begins with an engaged and empowered team. That's why we're committed to providing a supportive, inclusive, and dynamic workplace where every associate can grow and thrive. With comprehensive benefits and a culture rooted in respect and belonging, the Pittsburgh Marriott City Center is more than just a place to work - it's a place to build your future. Discover how far your potential can take you. Join us today.

Compensation

Tipped/Service Charge Eligible? NoDiscretionary Performance Bonus Eligible? No

Overview

Assist Banquet Manager in the preparing for banquet guests and ensure positive guest experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Communicate with supervisor throughout shift to be aware of the work.

• Set up all meeting rooms to the specifications of the guest. This includes considerable physical activity in transporting awkward and heavy materials such as staging, tables, chairs, dance floors, etc., from storage area to meeting rooms.

• Supply and replenish meeting rooms with clean glasses and fresh water.

• Break down all meeting rooms where meetings have concluded and return to storage closet so the room will be available to be reset for the next function.

• Maintain established cleaning schedule of meeting rooms and ballrooms so the rooms stay presentable at all times.

• Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.

• Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• Knowledge of various types of equipment and set up styles used in the meeting rooms. For example: different table types (round, schoolroom, etc.).

• Ability to lift and move multiple tables and chairs and podiums weighing up to 100 lbs. through a crowded room with or without reasonable accommodation.

• This position requires considerable physical activity on a continuous basis throughout the shift for room set up and break down with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Ability to grasp, lift and/or carry, or otherwise move or push goods on a hand cart/truck weighing a maximum of 500 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Ability to stand for long periods of time with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences, such as effectively communicating with supervisors, coworkers, public etc.

• Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences, such as effectively communicating with supervisors, coworkers, public etc.

Benefits

HEI Hotels and Resorts is committed to providing a comprehensive benefit program that offers you choices for your physical, mental and financial wellness, creating value in your most important investment - you!
For your physical and mental wellness we offer competitive Medical and Dental programs through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as Vision insurance programs through EyeMed. Our Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs are available for you to rejuvenate with time off.HEI also provides pet insurance through the ASPCA. For your financial wellness, HEI provides a wide array of coverage, including Supplemental, Spousal and Child Life insurance as well as Short and Long-Term Disability plans. Our 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds, and discounts through our 'YouDecide' and Hotel Room Discount programs provide additional incentives for choosing HEI as the employer of your future. Specific details and eligibility of these programs vary by location and employment status.

HEI Hotels and Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.