Location: all cities,CT, USA
Job Location Saybrook Point Resort & Marina - Old Saybrook, CT **Summary/objective:** The Banquet Houseperson is responsible for setting up 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. Service/freshen function rooms during breaks. 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.
**Essential functions**
*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.*
* Greet each guest, enthusiastically and with a smile to create a friendly positive experience.
* Conforms to AAA Four Diamond Standards.
* Moving tables, chairs, and all furniture into and out of banquet facilities.
* Proper control and storage of meeting room supplies such as linen, pads, pens/pencils and candy, etc.
* Read and understand floor plans for events.
* Serving food and beverage as needed
* On a continuous basis, keep service corridors, pre-function space, and storage areas clean, organized and unobstructed.
* Upon customer request, locate and deliver convention material to designated location.
* Service every meeting room by emptying trash, removing dirty plates, cups, linens and glasses, and replace as necessary.
* Cleaning of all areas of banquet area; including but not limited to vacuuming of carpet, trash removal, spot cleaning of all horizontal and vertical surfaces, adjust drapes and dusting.
* Clearing Food & Beverage from banquet space, as needed.
* Perform all other duties as assigned by management.
* Fully aware of and comply with Inns policies and procedures as identified in the procedure manual and handbook.
* Adhere to all Health and Safety policies and procedures.
**Competencies**
* Basic math and English skills are required
* Ability to read and follow simple instructions
* Basic written and verbal communication skills
* Positive interpersonal skills
* Ability to work in a team-oriented environment
**Work environment**
* Working conditions are based in a hospitality setting.
* Associates may be exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time.
* Noise level in work environment is usually moderate.
* Exposure to cleaning solvents and chemicals
**Physical demands**
* To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to stand, move and work throughout the banquet area and property, including walking up to 1 mile, climbing stairs throughout the duration of the shift.
* While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell.
* This position requires full mobility, continuous movement and heavy lifting, up to 100 pounds occasionally and up to 50 pounds frequently
* Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
**Required education and experience**
* High School diploma or GED required.
**Preferred education and experience**
* Familiarity with audio-visual equipment and hospitality industry practices preferred.
**Additional eligibility requirements**
* Must be 18 years of age or older
* Make customers feel important, valued and appreciated in a manner that will be acknowledged by the customers.
* Be familiar with all Hotel and Spa services/features and local attractions/activities to respond to guest inquiries accurately.
* Maintains high standards for work area and appearance and presents self in highly professional manner to staff and guest.
* Available to workdays, evenings, weekends, holidays and extended hours as business dictates
**Work authorization/security clearance requirements**
Saybrook Point Resort & Marina requires all newly hired employees to provide documentation that they are legally authorized to work in the United States.
**Affirmative Action/EEO statement**
Saybrook Point Resort & Marina is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, or veteran status.
**Other duties**
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
**Competencies**
* Basic math and English skills are required
* Ability to read and follow simple instructions
* Basic written and verbal communication skills
* Positive interpersonal skills
* Ability to work in a team-oriented environment
**Required education and experience**
* High School diploma or GED required.
**Preferred education and experience**
* Familiarity with audio-visual equipment and hospitality industry practices preferred.
**Additional eligibility requirements**
* Must be 18 years of age or older
* Make customers feel important, valued and appreciated in a manner that will be acknowledged by the customers.
* Be familiar with all Hotel and Spa services/features and local attractions/activities to respond to guest inquiries accurately.
* Maintains high standards for work area and appearance and presents self in highly professional manner to staff and guest.
* Available to workdays, evenings, weekends, holidays and extended hours as business dictates