Banquet Setup

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

1. Ability to understand Guests’ service needs.

2. Ability to be well organized, maintain concentration, prioritize and complete all work assigned.

3. Ability to focus attention to performance of tasks despite frequent, stressful or unusual interruptions.

4. Ability to converse calmly with irate Guests’, co-workers or supervisors in sometimes tense situations.

5. Ability to perform job functions with minimal supervision.

6. Ability to work cohesively with co-workers and other departments as part of a team.

7. Ability to adhere to posted work schedule and arrive on time in a neat and alert condition and adhere to company dress standards.

8. Ability to plan, prioritize and organize work. 

   ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

1. Must be able to lift and carry a minimum of 50 pounds for a minimum of 300 feet.

2. Must be able to push or pull carts or equipment weighing 50 pounds or more.

3. Must be able to understand directions given to him/her.

4. Must be able to satisfactorily communicate verbal English with guests, management and co-workers.      

5. Should be able to read and write the English language.

6. High school graduate preferred.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

1. Ability to understand Guests’ service needs.

2. Ability to be well organized, maintain concentration and think clearly when providing service to Guests.

3. Ability to focus attention to performance of tasks despite frequent, stressful or unusual interruptions.

4. Ability to converse calmly with irate Guests’, co-workers or supervisors in sometimes tense situations.

5. Ability to perform job functions with supervision.

6. Ability to take direction from supervisors and managers.

7. Ability to adhere to posted work schedule and arrive on time in a neat and alert condition and impeccable uniform.

8. Ability to work cohesively with co-workers and other departments as part of a team.

    

   ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Responsible for moving tables, chairs, staging and any other banquet equipment with proper use of hand trucks, carts and dollies in a safe manner.

2. Set up banquet rooms exactly as the contract states: this includes chairs, tables, staging, skirting of tables, water stations, buffets, etc.

3. Responsible for the breakdown and storage of furniture and equipment upon completion of banquet catering functions. This includes cleaning and vacuuming meeting rooms.

4. Treat guests with courtesy, friendliness and respect and provide responsive service. 

   SECONDARY FUNCTIONS

   1. Perform cleaning and general maintenance duties of all banquet function rooms, equipment, and public    areas. Follow maintenance program and cleaning schedule.

   1. Provide porter service to the guests as required.

3. Notify management of any pertinent information related to shift activities

The Hilton Washington Dulles is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please call 703-834-1981 or email lisa.pisone@dulleshilton.com to let us know the nature of your request.