Banquet Set Up- FT

At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing efficient service and meaningful experiences. The Houseperson - Events is responsible for setting up and breaking down all meeting spaces with tables/chairs/water, etc. This person must have good communication skills as well as the ability to lift moderate weight. This is a fast paced position.

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We offer excellent benefits:

• 12 Free room nights (after 90 days), Discounted and Friends & Family Room Rates upon hire

• Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision Insurance after 30 days of employment

• 401K with company match

• Paid Vacation, sick days, new child leave and personal day

• Paid Family Bonding Time (8 weeks, primary caregiver; 2 weeks, supportive caregiver) and Adoption Assistance

• Tuition Reimbursement

•50% discount in Crossroads

• 40% discount in gift shop (exception: jewelry, UNC items, alcohol)

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

•Discounts at various retailers - Apple, AT&T, Verizon, Headspace and many more

COVID-19 Safety: Hyatt Hotels follows all COVID-19 CDC and county health department protocols for the safety of our employees and guests.

Hyatt is an Equal Opportunity Employer-M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

•Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds

•Must be able to read and understand written Banquet Event Orders and Diagrams

•Ability to work an irregular work schedule as required to perform duties and responsibilities including weekends, holidays, late nights will be required

•Must possess basic math and language skills, including the ability to follow instructions and communicate effectively (both verbally and in writing)

•Must be able to push and pull carts and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds on a regular and continuing basis

•Tasks will be performed both indoors and outdoors in all weather

Responsibilities

The Set Up event attendant is responsible for setting up and breaking down all meeting spaces with tables/chairs/water, etc.

•This includes tables, chairs, pipe and drape, and other equipment as assigned

•Confirm equipment is returned and properly stored after installation/strike

•Push equipment as required

•Ensure that all storage rooms are kept clean and in an orderly manner

•Set up and break down for banquet functions as needed including moving tables, setting tables and chairs, staging and portable stairs, podiums, bar set-up, etc

•Set up and break down a variety of rooms in various styles and shapes

•Maintains a strong knowledge of various types of set-up

•Lift moderate amounts of weight in the form of tables, chairs, stanchions, staging floor panels and dance floor panels and other equipment as required

• Pay rate: $15.00/hour