Banquet Set-Up / Houseman

Mining Exchange Hotel & Spa

Banquet Set-Up/Houseman

***we will accept applications on an ongoing basis

About The Opportunity

Practice Hospitality is seeking an experienced and hands-on Banquet Set-up/Houseman to join the team at the Mining Exchange Hotel & Spa. 

About The Company

Practice Hospitality manages hotels differently. A growing company with opportunities for advancement, we infuse hotels with style, spirit, and soul. We inspire, innovate, and advocate. We deliver results and do well by our owners because we respect the individuality that we all bring to the table, the connectedness of our world, and the impact we have on our community.

We are looking for someone who thinks big because, at Practice Hospitality, we value creativity, emotional intelligence, problem-solving, and innovation. This is an opportunity to be an integral part of a team that supports one another, is empowered, and holds themselves accountable. If you bring your A-game every day and pursue excellence with tenacity, we want to invest in your professional and personal growth. But, more than anything, we are looking for good humans who care about our guests, and each other and make every moment together enriching, fulfilling, and fun.

About The Hotel

Mining Exchange Hotel & Spa was built in 1902 as a stock exchange for local mining companies, The Mining Exchange Hotel & Spa offers a one-of-a-kind experience in the heart of downtown Colorado Springs. Our elegant, yet casual public spaces and guestrooms are all newly renovated.

Job Role

The Banquet Set-up/Houseman exemplifies high dining standards of properly set, clean and maintain all function rooms, service corridors, storerooms and public function areas in a safe, accident-free manner, presentation, set up, and service. 

Responsibilities:

• Read, interpret and follow with Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) and follow instruction for service from Banquet Captain and/or Manager
• Set rooms, buffets, and tables according to BEO specifications and Supervisor instructions. Check electrical hook-ups for proper working order and tape down all exposed cords for equipment in use.
• Perform all guest contact activities or guest request with a cordial, efficient and professional manner while maintaining a commitment to excellence.
• Ensure that all storerooms are clean, organized and secured. Assist in equipment inventory as scheduled. Attend staff set- up and technical training on a regular basis.
• Organize Banquet Hall to ensure a productive, safe and energy conserving work environment. Ensure proper maintenance (cleaning and repair) of all equipment
• Ensure that all unused rooms are set to department’s standards.
• Constantly communicate all concerns to Food & Beverage/Banquet Manager
• Assist the servers during service by responding to their requests; notify supervisor immediately of any difficulties.
• Maintain a cooperative, team-like attitude in working with supervisors and fellow associates in all departments.
• Enforce all safety and sanitation procedures including safety guidelines and OSHA requirements.
•  Communicate with Banquet Captain and/or Manager throughout the function to notify them of changes, special requests, or dietary restrictions to ensure guest satisfaction
•  Interact in courteous and professional manner with all function guest to ensure exceptional dining experience
•  Ensure all assigned side-work and pre-work needed for future events is completed before leaving
•  Participate in the clean up after all functions including; floors, dishes, equipment and supplies have been properly cleaned and stored as appropriate
• Perform other duties as assigned, requested, or deemed necessary by management.

Compensation: $14.42 per hour 

Requirements

Education: High school education or equivalent experience.

Experience:  

• Prefer (6) six months to (1) one year previous serving experience.
• Experience and knowledge in all facets of banquet operations, convention services setup and a good understanding of AV equipment operations preferred.

Skills and Abilities: 

• Must have manual coordination to grasp items in hand, and to balance and carry trays loaded with food and beverages.
• Able to lift, push, carry 20 - 40 lbs.
• Must be flexible regarding scheduling based on business demands
• Must be able to work on weekends and holidays. 
•  Stand continuously for long periods of time.
•  Communicate information and hotel services to management, staff, and guests.

Type: FLSA Designation: Part-Time Non-Exempt

About The Company

Practice Hospitality manages hotels differently. A growing company with opportunities for advancement, we infuse hotels with style, spirit, and soul. We inspire, innovate and advocate. We deliver results and do well by our owners because we respect the individuality that we all bring to the table, the connectedness of our world and the impact we have on our community.

We are looking for someone who thinks big because, at Practice Hospitality, we value creativity, emotional intelligence, problem solving and innovation. This is an opportunity to be an integral part of a team that supports one another, is empowered, and holds themselves accountable. If you bring your A game every day and pursue excellence with tenacity, we want to invest in your professional and personal growth. But, more than anything, we are looking for good humans who care; about our guests, each other and making every moment together enriching, fulfilling and fun.