100 Columbus Boulevard
Hartford, CT 06103
Full benefits
Opportunity to work with a Great Banquet Team!
Compensation: $18.00 to $21.00 per hour
ABOUT US
At Waterford Hotel Group we pride ourselves on cultivating a workplace that feels like home and brings out the best in you, each and every day. We will celebrate your successes, appreciate your strengths, and offer an environment where each of us can truly be ourselves. We provide competitive compensation and benefits, a tight-knit and supportive work environment, plus numerous opportunities for professional development and advancement. Come for a JOB, stay for a CAREER.
Banquet Houseperson Overview:
Baquet Houseperson is an important role in our Banquet Department. The banquet houseperson will ensure all our events including meetings and conferences are successful. This role is responsible for manually setting up and breaking down all the hotel function space. Banquet Houseperson collects, and services all banquet space in accordance with the Banquet Event Order (BEO). You will work closely with Manager and Supervisors to report any room deficiencies all the while ensuring the client/guests needs are met and expectations are exceeded.
Responsibilities include:
Setting up all meeting rooms and functions space
Breaking down and putting all necessary items away properly
Transporting tables, chairs, and other banquet equipment to the banquet rooms.
Replenishing meeting rooms as needed
Handling any last-minute changes or requests by the client.
Job Requirements:
If you are interested in kickstarting your career in the hotel industry and have the following skills, we would love to speak with you:
A keen eye for detail, time management and great customer service skills.
Pleasant and friendly demeanor.
Able to work as a team and independently.
Flexible working hours.
Ability to work with little or no supervision while meeting high-performance standards.
Physical mobility and stamina.
Ability to follow instructions.
Must be able to pass a background check
WATERFORD HEALTH AND WELLNESS
Health Insurance is available on the first of the month after hire!
We value the health and wellness of you and your family. Full time associates can enroll in medical, dental and vision coverage and part-time associates averaging 17.5 hours a week can enroll in dental and vision coverage. Everyone’s needs are different and there is something for everyone with numerous supplemental insurances to choose from.
We know that life gets in the way, and YOU deserve to recharge.
Full-time associates receive paid time off within the first 90 days of employment. We also offer paid holidays for eligible associates. If you stick with us for five years or more, enjoy paid days off for your Birthday and Employment Anniversary date!
EXCITING EXTRAS
On Demand Pay- Why wait for pay day – get your pay when you need it24/7.
Pet Insurance- We cover the whole family, and all associates are eligible for discounted pet insurance.
401k Plan- Nobody wants to work forever, start planning for your future now.
Hotel Discounts- It’s one of the biggest industry perks.
Shoes for Crews- All associates are eligible for a shoe subsidy through Shoes for Crews.
For more information, please visit our website at waterfordhotelgroup.com
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Convention Center
The Connecticut Convention Center is an award-winning venue owned by the State of Connecticut. Its operations are overseen by the Capital Region Development Authority. It is professionally managed by Waterford Venue Services, a subsidiary of Waterford Group, a leader in the hospitality and gaming industries.
Opened in 2005, the Connecticut Convention Center is the Northeast’s most ideal location for trade shows, conventions, business meetings or any occasion demanding a dramatic riverfront setting. Overlooking the Connecticut River, the Center is situated in the heart of downtown Hartford’s Front Street District – a rapidly expanding entertainment hub teeming with new restaurants, bistros and entertainment venues.
Limitlessly functional and endlessly customizable, the 540,000 square foot Connecticut Convention Center is the largest convention facility between New York and Boston. The Center combines ample meeting space – including 140,000 square feet of exhibition space, a 40,000 square foot ballroom and 25,000 square feet of flexible meeting space – with visually stunning touches, creating the ideal backdrop for any event.
The Center’s award-winning event planning and in-house catering team combine with spectacular function space to make every event unforgettable. Every facet of hosting an event has been taken into consideration – from state-of-the-art audio-visual, to flexible spaces and abundant pre-function areas, to amply on-site sheltered parking.
We look forward to exceeding your expectations and creating a memorable experience for you, your guests, your vendors and exhibitors that will ensure your return to Connecticut again and again.