Event Services Porter

1 week ago

Toronto, Canada Park Hyatt Toronto Full time

Summary

Do you want to make a difference in the lives of those around you, be part of something bigger, and love where you work?

Join a community that values respect, integrity, inclusion, empathy, experimentation, and well-being. At Hyatt, diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core of our purpose**:_to care for people so they can be their best._**

Recently renovated with striking architecture, art, and bespoke culinary experiences, Park Hyatt Toronto offers a sophisticated, approachable luxury with a distinct character highlighting our Yorkville location.

**Why should you work at the Park Hyatt Toronto?**

- Complimentary meal during shift
- Complimentary hotel nights and discounts at Hyatt properties around the world
- Tuition reimbursement program
- **2023, 2024 & 2025 Great Place to Work Certified**

**SUMMARY**

** About the Role -**Event Set Up Houseperson/ Banquet Porter**


The Event Set-Up Houseperson is responsible for setting up and breaking down all meeting spaces with tables/chairs/water, etc. This person must have good communication skills as well as the ability to lift moderate weight. This is a fast-paced position.

**Some of the responsibilities include**:

- Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds
- Must be able to read and understand written Banquet Event Orders and Diagrams
- Ability to work an irregular work schedule as required to perform duties and responsibilities including weekends, holidays, late nights will be required
- Must possess basic math and language skills, including the ability to follow instructions and communicate effectively (both verbally and in writing)
- Must be able to push and pull carts and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds on a regular and continuing basis
- Tasks will be performed both indoors and outdoors in all weather
- The Set Up event attendant is responsible for setting up and breaking down all meeting spaces with tables/chairs/water, etc.
- This includes tables, chairs, pipe and drape, and other equipment as assigned
- Confirm equipment is returned and properly stored after installation/strike
- Push equipment as required
- Ensure that all storage rooms are kept clean and in an orderly manner
- Set up and break down for banquet functions as needed including moving tables, setting tables and chairs, staging and portable stairs, podiums, bar set-up, etc
- Set up and break down a variety of rooms in various styles and shapes
- Maintains a strong knowledge of various types of set-up
- Lift moderate amounts of weight in the form of tables, chairs, stanchions, staging floor panels and dance floor panels and other equipment as required

Qualifications
- Refined verbal communication skills
- 2 years of previous hotel experience preferred
- Must have a flexible schedule, be highly motivated and quality driven
- Must be able to lift up to 50-lbs
- Constant walking & standing
- Frequent lifting, crouching/bending/stooping/kneeling

Park Hyatt Toronto is dedicated to offering employment accommodation in compliance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Should you be contacted for a job opportunity, please inform the Human Resources department if you need any accommodations.

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