Banquet Set Up Captain

Loews Hotels & Co has ventured into Kansas City, MO with the new Loews Kansas City Hotel. The 800-room hotel features 60,000 square feet of meeting & function space, with a sky bridge connecting to the 800,000 square foot Kansas City Convention Center. The hotel marks the first hotel catering to groups & meetings to open in more than 20 years in Kansas City. Two signature restaurants, a Grab & Go bakery and a rooftop lounge will round out this all glass, 24 story hotel, which stands out on the city’s skyline. Loews Kansas City is located at the cornerstone of an already vibrant and continuously growing downtown Kansas City. Job Specific Oversees/transports and sets up banquet tables, chairs and equipment according to Event Order diagrams and/or specifications May create set up diagrams when necessary Ensures required linens and table skirting are obtained from linen supply room Uses table cloths and table skirts to cover tables properly Ensures that Function Rooms are set up and... prepared on time May assist in the presetting of china, glassware, silverware and service equipment necessary for banquet service activities May assist in the clearing of soiled china, glassware, silverware and service equipment after function ends Supervises/clears, sorts, prepares soiled china, glassware, silverware and service equipment for washing after end of banquet food service function Inventories and returns equipment and materials to secure storage Maintains cleanliness and organization of back of house and storage areas Coordinates/gathers and presorts soiled linens and table skirts before transporting them to the laundry Oversees/breaks down tables, chairs and equipment for return to storage May assist in the set up and break down of audio visual equipment Supervises, may assist or perform transport and set up of portable dance floor Coordinates, may assist or prepare coffee, ice/hot tea or other beverages May assist in the plating of food prior to banquet food service function Conducts pre-shift meetings with set-up personnel to discuss daily activities Attends departmental meetings Schedules set up personnel according to established standards Follows New Hire Training and ongoing Star Service Competency program in accordance with hotel policy Trains, appraises, coaches, counsels and disciplines departmental employees according to Loews Hotels standards Evaluates individual employee performance, determines areas in need of improvement or requirements for advancement, establishes goals, objectives and training needs required to achieve same Coaches, counsels, retrains personnel as needed in order to ensure superior levels of performance Other duties as assigned General Promotes and applies teamwork skills at all times Notifies appropriate individual promptly and fully of problems and/or unusual matters of significance Is polite, friendly, and helpful to guests, management and fellow employees Executes emergency procedures in accordance with hotel standards Complies with required safety regulations and procedures Attends appropriate hotel meetings and training sessions Maintains cleanliness and excellent condition of equipment and work area Complies with hotel standards, policies and rules Recycles whenever possible Remains current with hotel information and changes Complies with hotel uniform and grooming standards Qualifications High School diploma or equivalent Ability to read and understand the English language Excellent leadership, organization and communication skills Ability to stand, stoop, bend repetitively, safely move and set up banquet tables, chairs and equipment Ability to lift and carry tables, chairs, equipment and food service trays weighting 35+ pounds Ability to work flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays Headquartered in New York City, Loews Hotels & Co is rooted in deep heritage in the hotel industry and excellence in service. As one of the only independently owned family hotel companies, we know that hospitality comes from the heart. Loews Hotels & Co owns and operates hotels and resorts across the U.S. and Canada. Located in major city centers and resort destinations, including multiple hotels in partnership with Universal Orlando Resort, Loews Hotels & Co features properties grounded in family heritage and dedicated to delivering unscripted guest moments, all with a locally handcrafted approach. We pride ourselves on the individuality and uniqueness of our offering. Joining Loews Hotels & Co means not just gaining a job, it means becoming a part of a family. A family where Team Member growth and empowerment are part of our DNA and have been for decades. We offer progressive benefits including paid parental leave, 401K matching and travel benefits, and opportunities for ongoing learning and development. But beyond that, as a member of the Loews Hotels family, you are part of a culture of diversity and inclusion, one that works hard to protect our environment with eco-friendly and sustainability programs, and one that is always a good neighbor to their communities, supporting them in ways large and small. We welcome you to join us. Loews Hotels & Co is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances Apply Job! For more such jobs please click here!