Banquet Houseperson

Loews Hotels • New Orleans, LA

6d

About The Position

Tennessee Williams famously captured the charm and romance of our city in his plays and stories, and it's all on show here at Loews New Orleans Hotel. Located in the Warehouse District, discover comfort and luxe experiences all within the heart of the Big Easy. Welcome to New Orleans' Cultural Crossroad. To provide a consistent, well design meeting product which focuses on proper meeting table set-ups and proper set-up of various configuration; Per clients instruction however they may evolve.

Requirements

• Exceptional guest service skills
• Ability to stand, stoop, bend and lift items weighing up to 100 pounds repetitively during entire shift
• Ability to push, pull or other wise move portable table /chair cart units from storage area to function rooms
• Ability to work flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays
• Ability to stand Long periods at a time
• Education: High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience: One + years experience as Set Houseperson in a high volume, upscale Hotel.

Responsibilities

• Reviews Event Order and assignment sheet to determine function requirements
• Assure that all cleaning duties are completed (doors, door frames, walls, air walls and all assigned)
• Complete cleaning inspection for each meeting room and assigned area/ Maintain cleanliness standards and excellent condition of equipment and surrounding work areas
• Communicate promptly to all guest request
• Assure that inventory are kept and report any lost to Supervisors / Managers
• Report any and all guest request changes to Banquet Manager/ Conference Coordinators
• Assure that all equipment is kept in clean working condition
• Other duties as assigned
• Promotes and applies teamwork skill at all times
• Notifies appropriate individual promptly and fully of problems and/or unusual matters of significance
• Is polite, friendly, and helpful to all guests, management and fellow employees
• Attends appropriate hotel meetings and training sessions
• Maintains cleanliness and excellent condition of equipment and work area
• Executes emergency procedures in accordance with hotel standards
• Complies with required safety regulations and procedures
• Complies with hotel standards, policies and rules
• Recycles whenever possible
• Remains current with hotel information and changes
• Complies with hotel uniform and grooming standards

Benefits

• We offer progressive benefits including paid parental leave, 401K matching and travel benefits, and opportunities for ongoing learning and development.
• But beyond that, as a member of the Loews Hotels family, you are part of a culture of diversity and inclusion, one that works hard to protect our environment with eco-friendly and sustainability programs, and one that is always a good neighbor to their communities, supporting them in ways large and small.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED