United States Job Openings

Virgin Hotels

Porter, Banquets

Las Vegas

August 28, 2024

YOUR MISSION (The Job Description)
The Banquet Porter will play an important role in the execution of the set-up, breakdown, maintenance and cleanliness of meeting and venue spaces pertaining to the Banquet Event Orders. The teammate will be working cohesively with sales & catering, and other departments, to maintain a strong client relationship. Ensuring that all banquet event specifications are executed, making for a successful meeting or event experience for the guest and attendees.

Requirements:

THE NITTY-GRITTY (The Essential Job Duties)
This role will work closely with the Banquet Set-up Manager

Arrive for shift on time and in proper uniform.
Receive duties/responsibilities as described in pre-shift.
Review BEO's and Master Sheets with the Banquet Set-up Manager and/or Banquet Lead Porter.
Must have clear knowledge of all set-ups, to include but not limited to Hollow Square, Banquet Rounds, Conference, and Theater Style.
Move and store all furniture and equipment needed for setting up and tearing down banquet functions.
Accurately perform all set-up needs in Meeting and Venue locations as stated on BEO's.
Set rooms with banquet furniture, including but not limited to, tables, chairs, food stations, bars, banquet props, staging, podiums, and dance floors.
Set linen/skirting on tables according to service standards.
Assist in the movement of boxes or freight to and from guest rooms, loading docks, meeting space, venue locations and storage areas.
Refresh and maintain all meeting rooms, to include but not limited to, refreshing water stations, removing service ware, changing linen, and trash removal.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of all work and storage areas throughout shift, to include but not limited to dusting, vacuuming, sweeping, and mopping of floors, and proper trash removal.
Properly operate and maintain all equipment, to include but not limited to vacuums, sweepers, equipment carts, and pallet jacks.
Maintain and properly follow all safety precautions when moving or storing airwalls.
Responsible for storeroom cleanliness, organization, and inventory of banquet equipment.
Perform all duties in accordance with departments SOP's.
Perform all other job-related duties as assigned by management.
Check with management prior to leaving at the end of the shift.

WHAT IT TAKES (The Qualities We Look For)

Great team player with the ability to create excellent working relationships across the group. Collaborative approach with all departments.
Ability to break down barriers and resolving potential conflicts swiftly and effortlessly.
Strong communication and presentation skills to all levels of management.
Creativity and innovation are essential!
Ability to think outside the box and approach all issues with a completely fresh approach.
Ability to anticipate needs and over deliver wherever possible.
Candidates must think on their feet and use their initiative to solve problems and deliver solutions.
Excellent customer relations, communication, presentation, and organization skills of utmost importance.
Able to change direction and work on multiple project aspects at once.
Enthusiastic, passionate, able to enthuse and motivate others.
Leadership ability and behavior consistent with Virgin Hotels Core Values: Fun, innovative, original, and personable, and striving to deliver high quality, brilliant customer service.

MUST HAVE'S

1+ years' experience in a relevant position in a large up-scale hotel or convention center.
Current SNHD Food Handlers card and other certification as required by federal/state/local law.
Ability to work flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays.
Executes emergency procedures in accordance with property standards.
Complies with required safety regulations and procedures.
Maintains cleanliness and excellent condition of equipment and work area.
Current, legal, and unrestricted ability to work in the United States
Ability to communicate in English clearly and pleasantly with guests, management/co-workers

WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE'S

Thorough knowledge of all matters relative to the setup requirements of an extensive, first-class banquet & catering operation.

THE WORKING CONDITIONS

Operate in a working environment that is subject to varying levels of cold, heat, noise and vibration.
Work on ladders, step stools, and any other equipment required to perform the assigned task.
Inspect all work performed.
Lift and move equipment up to 75 pounds and move loads of up to 100 pounds.
Stand for prolonged periods of time, effectively and efficiently move throughout work area.
Work in a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment.
Work indoors, outdoors and be exposed to various environmental factors.
Follow directions, and complete tasks with minimal supervision.
Utilize the English language, both in oral and written form.
Review and comprehend necessary documentation.
Maintain a professional, neat and well-groomed appearance adhering to all Hotel and departmental standards.

VALUABLE TRAITS

50% logical / 50% creative / 100% AWESOME
Enjoy working with a team and alone as the situation dictates.
Adaptive, Flexible!
Embody "great attitude."
Unwavering integrity and endless work ethic.
Appreciate constructive feedback, as well as graciously providing the same.
Tenacious and self-motivated

*Virgin Hotels celebrates diversity and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer*

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