Porter - Carlu

Company Description

Initially opened in 1930 as “Eaton’s Seventh Floor,” French architect Jacques Carlu designed the Carlu. Now recognized as one of Toronto’s best examples of Art Moderne architecture, The Carlu has been designated as a National Historic Site of Canada and has played host to royalty on several occasions. As the preferred space for high profile social fetes, conventions, and corporate celebrations. In 2003, the space at 444 Yonge St. in College Park reopened as “The Carlu” event venue after an extensive restoration.

**This position pays $20/hr +gratuities**

**What's in it for you?**
- Gratuity Sharing
- Discounted gym membership and Employee Assistance Program
- 50% Dining Discount for all O&B locations for you and up to 3 guests
- Employee Referral Program
- Training and development opportunities
- Access to Health, Dental and Visions benefits with Enhanced Mental Health Coverage
- O&B is one of Canada’s largest hospitality companies with many internal career opportunities. We have restaurants, food halls, and catering teams in Alberta, Ontario, Quebec, and Nova Scotia.

**Job Description**:
The Porter is responsible for the set-up and tear down of the venue. This could be before, during and after our events. This involves moving and placing such as tables, chairs, decorations and any other items the event may require. The porter is accountable and responsible for maintaining the organization and upkeep of the event venue. This can be during business and non-business hours, with start times as early as 6am, and end times as late as 3am (overnight shifts will also be required). In addition, the porter will work together with the servers to ensure overall venue success, whether that means helping with server duties, and vice versa.
- Prepare and set up venue according to set plan and client requests, ensuring that every detail both large & small are met
- If required, ensure that the venue is 100% set for the next event if you are the last person/team to leave before a breakfast event
- Lead other staff members to ensure that the setup is being done efficiently & effectively
- Lift and move both heavy and light objects in a safe and timely manner
- Tear down of venue after an event and ensure it is clear and maintained to O&B standards
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of venue
- Comply with and act in accordance with Health and Safety regulations
- Receive and sign off on materials and shipments from clients and couriers, and let a manager know each time
- Meet, Greet and escort clients from the loading dock, offering assistance were necessary
- Additional duties as assigned or required

**Qualifications**:

- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage a variable work load, ensuring safe, timely and accurate completion of assigned work
- Able to work independently, and part of a team
- Able to listen and follow clear directions
- Able to lift up to 50 lbs
- Available to work mornings, evenings, weekends and/or occasional overnight shifts
- Dependable and Goal oriented

Additional Information

**Oliver & Bonacini's Diversity Commitment**

At Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality, we are committed to treating every employee with dignity and respect. We strive to be fair and just, and create working environments where our employees can be at their best