POSITION DESCRIPTION

Position Title: Houseperson Reports To: Banquet Captain

Department: Banquets Date: May 2025

Responsible for the placement, service, maintenance and breakdown of physical sets in the banquet areas.

Supervision Received:

Supervision is received from the Banquet Captain.

Essential Functions:

• Place equipment and other items in set up of equipment, service and arrangement of the set.
• Ensure placement of all decorations for the assigned function areas.
• Ensure service areas and storage areas are clean, maintained in proper working order.
• Set up, service and break down functions as assigned.
• Maintains a clean, well organized and safe work area.
• Ensures equipment is in proper working order.
• Ensures that all doors and equipment are locked securely, everything is turned off and keys are returned.
• Report all unsafe conditions immediately.
• Complies with all policies and procedures set forth by the Columbia Gorge hotel & Spa Employee Handbook.

Secondary Functions:

• Performs all other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Food Handler’s Card.
• Ability to work with a minimum of supervision.
• Ability to stand and/or walk for entire shift.
• Ability to lift and carry items up to 50 lbs.
• Knowledge of complete table setting.
• Ability to maintain a professional appearance at all times.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to read and follow both verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure.

Working Conditions:

This position requires the ability to perform those activities necessary to complete the essential functions of the job, either with or without reasonable accommodation.

Walking: 60%

Standing: 10%

Sitting: 0%

Bending: 10%

Lifting: 20% / up 50 lbs.

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