Banquet Set-Up

Atrium Hospitality is an innovative hotel management company that goes above and beyond, showcasing our unique Atrium SPIRIT!  We are passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of our guests, our associates, and our local communities. Our vibrant team of purpose-driven hospitality enthusiasts is dedicated to embracing individual strengths, nurturing personal ambitions, and inspiring professional opportunities.  

We manage an award-winning, diverse collection of both independent hotels and well-respected brands across the country. A career with us is a boundless journey enriched by appreciation, teamwork, and travel incentives! Our valued associates are part of an extended family, united in the shared pursuit of service excellence. We are Atrium Proud!  

Are you an organized and dependable professional seeking to work with a team to create a memorable dining experience for guests? We would love to have you join our banquet team here at the East Peoria Embassy Suites as a Banquet Set-Up Associate!  

The Banquet Associate will be tasked with the following duties, responsibilities, and assignments:  

• Setting up and breaking down of banquet meeting spaces per Banquet Event Order instructions, including tables, table complements (salt, pepper, sugar, breadsticks, etc.), table linens, table settings, center pieces, dishes, audio-visual equipment, and all other event provisions;  

• Monitoring and maintaining cleanliness, sanitation and organization of banquet spaces, before, during and after events;  

• Maintaining communication with the guest contact person for guest needs and providing excellent customer service to all guests;  

• Serving all food and beverages to guests per company standards;  

• Observing Health Department guidelines for food handling and sanitation;  

• Managing audio-visual equipment during events;  

• Following all company safety and security policies and procedures, including reporting accidents, injuries and unsafe work conditions to management; and  

• Any and all other work as required to complete the primary purpose of the position.  

Preferred Prior Experience:  

6 months serving experience for medium to large groups  

Preferred Education:  

High School diploma or equivalent   

Required Licenses/ Certification:  

Food Safety certificate or complete training during initial 90 days 

Alcohol certification or complete training during initial 90 days 

Physical:  

Ability to lift, pull and push up to 50 lbs 

Ability to bend and squat repeatedly 

Ability to walk and stand for duration of scheduled shift 

Other:  

Flexible to working days, early mornings, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays