Banquet Houseperson

Company Description

Rising gracefully above Millennium Park and Chicago's impressive lakefront, Fairmont Chicago, Millennium Park is located conveniently near major cultural attractions, the city's business and financial district and world-renowned shopping along the Magnificent Mile.

With beautifully appointed, extraordinarily spacious guestrooms and spectacular suites, Fairmont Chicago, Millennium Park offers a superior and distinctive array of amenities and services, including phenomenal dining experiences, seasonal pop-ups and luxury event space.

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 is in it for you :

• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide for you and your family
• Learning programs through our Academies designed to sharpen your skills
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Planet 21
• Career development opportunities with national and international promotion opportunities

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

Your experience and skills include :

• 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

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

Visa Requirements : Successful candidates must be legally eligible to work in the United States.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion :

We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.