Banquet Lead Houseperson - Hilton Vancouver Washington

Overview

Hilton Vancouver Washington is looking for their next Banquet Lead Houseperson to join the team. This property is centrally located in the heart of Vancouver Washington with easy access to Portland International Airport. Featuring 226 rooms, the hotel is within walking distance to the waterfront and to local attractions such as the Vancouver Farmers Market, making it an excellent base for both leisure and business travel.

Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Supervise and assist Housepersons with set up to ensure compliance with event specifications and with clean up and break-down after events
• Assist Housepersons with and oversee a variety of tasks including dusting and polishing furniture and fixtures, vacuuming, mopping, sweeping, shampooing carpets, washing windows, cleaning/waxing floors, removing and disposing of trash and emptying ashtrays
• Assist with planning, organization, and execution of all banquet functions
• Greet clients and guests and respond to guest inquiries and requests in a timely, friendly, and efficient manner
• Participate in and lead department meetings, as needed

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

• A minimum of 1 year experience working banquets and set ups
• Open availability including mornings, nights, weekends and holidays as needed
• Previous hotel experience is a plus

Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. We look for demonstration of the following values and attributes:

• Hospitality - We re passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time.
• Leadership - We re leaders in our industry and in our communities.
• Teamwork - We re team players in everything we do.
• Ownership - We re the owners of our actions and decisions.
• Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline

In addition, we look for demonstration of the following key attributes:

• Quality
• Productivity
• Dependability
• Customer Focus
• Adaptability

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day.

Our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!

• Access to pay when you need it through Daily Pay
• Medical Insurance Coverage – for you and your family
• Mental health resources including Employee Assistance Program
• Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Go Hilton travel program: 100 nights of discounted travel
• Parental leave to support new parents
• Debt
  - Free Education:
  
  access to educational credentials through Guild Education
• 401K plan and company match
• Hilton Shares: employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - 15% discount
• Career growth and development
• Team Member Resource Groups
• Recognition and rewards programs
• Available benefits may vary by property terms and collective bargaining agreement if applicable

• Employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - purchase Hilton shares at 15% discount
• Employee referral program – refer someone for employment, receive $400 after they complete 60 days of employment
• Complimentary meal in the cafeteria while on shift
• Complimentary parking

Hilton Vancouver

Full-time

Hilton Hotels & Resorts

Banquets