Banquet Houseperson - Casual at Accor

Chicago, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 May, 26

Salary

26.77

Posted On

24 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Guest Service, Communication, Organizational Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Problem Solving, Responsibility, Reliability, Teamwork, Attention To Guest Needs, Calmness, Courtesy, Flexibility, Safety Compliance, Sanitation Compliance

Industry

Hospitality

Description

Company Description Fairmont Hotels & Resorts Join a dynamic team and be part of a network of 90 spectacular properties, and 34 more in the pipeline, in 30 countries around the globe. Our properties are located from the beaches of Hawaii, to the unspoiled national parks of Canada, to the heart of London, to the deserts of the United Arab Emirates. Fairmont Chicago, Millennium Park Rising gracefully above Millennium Park and Chicago's impressive lakefront, Fairmont Chicago, Millennium Park is a leader in Food & Beverage in the city, with the newly launched partnership with Richard Sandoval Hospitality for our multi-million dollar pan Latin restaurant and tequila bar, Toro. With beautifully appointed, extraordinarily spacious guestrooms and spectacular suites, including 84 newly renovated rooms and Fairmont Gold Lounge, Fairmont Chicago, Millennium Park offers a superior and distinctive array of amenities and services, including seasonal pop-ups and luxury event space. About the Application Process: At Fairmont, we want to bring out your highest potential. Shortly after applying, you will receive an email from our partner AssessFirst prompting you to create a profile and complete a questionnaire. This is a mandatory step for your candidacy to be considered as it enables us to explore your compatibility with this role and our culture of luxury excellence. Job Description Banquet Houseperson Passionate about everything Food & Beverage and putting a smile on our guests’ faces? As Banquet Houseperson, you will have the perfect opportunity to touch the hearts of our guests by making their special occasions truly unforgettable. What you will be doing: Maintain the cleanliness of banquet rooms, hallways, storage and service areas Lift and store tables, chairs and staging efficiently and safely Set-up, maintain and break down banquet/meeting rooms Follow directions from banquet event orders for assigned banquet/meetings Report needed repairs of unsafe equipment and/or conditions Follow outlet policies, procedures and service standards Follow all safety and sanitation policies Other duties as assigned Qualifications Job Responsibilities: Previous guest service experience preferred Excellent communication and organizational skills Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities Highly responsible & reliable Ability to work cohesively as part of a team Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times Flexibility: Ability to work a ﬂexible schedule including weekdays, weekends, holiday and nights Physical Aspects of Position (include but are not limited to): Constant standing and walking throughout shift Constant lifting and occasionally lifting up to 40 lbs Frequent kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting Occasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs and ramps Additional Information Salary expectations: $26.77 Visa Requirements: Successful candidates must be legally eligible to work in the United States. Employee Benefits: Join our team and enjoy a range of exclusive colleague perks, including complimentary upgrades, extended stays, discounted stays across Fairmont & Raffles properties, special dining and wellness discounts, and added luxuries to enhance your experience. We believe in taking care of our team, ensuring that your hard work is rewarded with exceptional benefits. Add any other benefits relevant to your property. Additional Information Visa Requirements: Successful candidates must be legally eligible to work in the United States. Employee Benefits: Join our team and enjoy a range of exclusive colleague perks, including complimentary upgrades, extended stays, discounted stays across Fairmont & Raffles properties, special dining and wellness discounts, and added luxuries to enhance your experience. We believe in taking care of our team, ensuring that your hard work is rewarded with exceptional benefits. Add any other benefits relevant to your property. Our Values Respect: We value the needs, ideas and individuality of others. We treat everyone with fairness and dignity. Excellence: We make genuine connections, and we cherish every opportunity to make the people around us feel special. Belonging: We celebrate our differences. We support each other and we always stand together. Empowerment: We have authority to take initiative and anticipate moments that create unforgettable experiences. Integrity: We build trust through mutual respect and being authentic. Diversity & Inclusion Fairmont is committed to creating an inclusive environment where diverse talent thrives. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join our team Job-Category: Food & Beverage Job Type: Permanent Job Schedule: Casual

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Responsibilities

The Banquet Houseperson is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of banquet rooms, hallways, storage, and service areas, as well as efficiently and safely lifting and storing tables, chairs, and staging equipment. This role also involves setting up, maintaining, and breaking down banquet and meeting rooms according to event orders.