Event Set Up Associate

SSA Group, LLC • Brookfield, IL

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About The Position

For more than 50 years, SSA has partnered with cultural attractions to design the hospitality experience journey, freeing our partners to remain mission-focused. We bring together admissions, culinary, and retail with innovation and human connection to shape a seamless guest journey.
Our focus is on people, innovation, and operational intelligence as a means to create special moments with lasting impact. We call it 452 Hospitality, the foundation of how we serve our partners and their communities.

Requirements

• Physically able to lift heavy objects and move them from one location to another.
• Ability to work varied hours/days, including nights, weekends and holidays, as needed.
• Ideal candidate is a team player, personable, professional, upbeat and energetic, and takes initiative.
• All education backgrounds eligible.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to read a Banquet Event Order preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Follow venue diagrams to successfully set up catering and parkwide events.
• Set up tables, chairs, and other required equipment.
• Work with outside vendors with set up/installation of rented equipment such as tents and staging.
• Assist with dropping linens, polishing glassware and silverware, and setting tables when needed.
• Help as needed throughout the event. This includes, but not limited to, fixing or replacing equipment and running product throughout the zoo.
• Tear down or flip venue spaces to prepare for upcoming events.
• Remove and dispose of trash based on the zoo’s guidelines.
• Properly store the tables, chairs, and equipment while not in use.
• Ensure the space is clean and free of any debris.
• Correctly set aside any rental orders for pick up.
• Meet expectations of proper setup, breakdown, and cleanup of each event.
• Display a sense of urgency at all times.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures.
• Follow health and safety practices at all times.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Uphold and demonstrate a complete understanding of company policies and procedures.
• Perform other tasks as deemed necessary.
• Promote an inclusive & supportive approach within the Brand team, with networking continuing at all units.
• Focuses on removing barriers and empowering growth and opportunity for team members at all levels.
• Leads by example through Sustainability/Conservation efforts; displays knowledge of efforts in business application as well as giving adequate opportunity for teaching to unit staff as necessary.
• Engages with SSA/Unit in driving community effort through engagement activities and focus. On opportunities of giving back.

Benefits

• Eligible for overtime pay.
• On-Demand Pay Program: Get access to a portion of earned wages before payday.
• Meal Plan & Employee Discounts at applicable locations.
• Participation in a 401(k) program with a 15% company match (must be 21 years or older, eligible after one year of employment with 1,000 hours worked, available to enroll during Open Enrollment Periods).
• Tuition Discount through Partnership College.
• Up to 8 hours of Bereavement Leave
• Holiday pay of 1.5× the regular rate is provided for hours worked on Christmas Day and Thanksgiving Day.
• Paid sick leave is provided in accordance with applicable state and local laws. Accrual rates, caps, and usage rules vary by location.
• Locations include: Arizona, California, Chicago, Pittsburgh, Connecticut, Illinois, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Mexico, New York, Rhode Island, Washington, D.C.. Colorado: Employees accrue 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked, up to 48 hours per year, under the Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA). Maryland: Employees accrue at least 1 hour of paid sick and safe leave for every 30 hours worked, up to 40 hours per year, as required under the Maryland Healthy Working Families Act. Washington: Employees accrue 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 40 hours worked, in accordance with the Seattle Paid Sick and Safe Time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed