Banquet Set-Up Houseperson

The Alexander offers its guests an exciting take onhospitality by transforming guest rooms, restaurants, and event spaces intoenthralling havens for commissioned works of art. Undeniably contemporary, butalways comfortable, The Alexander is destined to become a premier destinationfor business professionals, art lovers, gourmands, and other culturedclientele.

Each one of our 157 guest rooms and 52 extended stay unitsfocus on creating a relaxed environment for work or rest while enlivening thesenses with pops of color and eye-catching art. Guests will discover the same,infectious energy in The Alexander's stylish and inviting restaurants, whichserve culinary works of art for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Perfect forunforgettable celebrations and exceptional meetings, every inch of the 16,500square feet of event space exudes elegance and creativity.

The Alexander offers up a refreshing dose of local color andflavor, and promises a unique Indianapolis experience for passionate travelers.

JobDescription

Wyndham Hotel Group is searching for a Banquet Set-Up Houseperson to work at the art-centric Alexander Hotel indowntown Indianapolis. Thisposition is responsible for all set up and break down forbanquets/meetings within the hotel/conference center.

Responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Prepares all banquet space prior to events.
• Tears down all banquet space after events.
• Follows Banquet Event Orders with strong attention to detail.
• Maintains a strong knowledge of various types of set-up.
• Assists the banquet servers/captains with clearing of tables as needed.
• Assists the A/V team with setting up equipment.
• Assists with all set-up functions to include setting silverware, draping tables, folding napkins and arranging centerpieces/décor.
• Removes centerpieces/décor after events and stores appropriately.
• Removes soil linens and stores appropriately.
• Assists with transporting food/beverages to event location.
• Attends appropriate hotel/resort, division and department meetings.
• Maintains the cleanliness of banquet storage rooms.
• Assembles dance floors.
• Arranges buffets, stages and podiums.
• Interacts with resort staff in a professional manner, assisting other departments with necessary information.
• Always maintains a professional demeanor and attitude.
• Communicates all pertinent information to the banquets team.
• Maintains constant awareness of safety issues, (i.e. broken glass, frayed electrical cords, leaks, broken locks and suspicious persons). Reports all safety incidents to the on-duty supervisor.
• Ensures proper handling, cleaning and sanitation of equipment, china, glass and silver. • Follows through on lost and found procedures.
• Report any needed repairs immediately to supervisor (such as leaky faucets or toilets, loose tile, broken window panes, missing nuts or screws, etc.).
• Remainsalert, courteous and helpful to the guests and colleagues at all time.

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