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Why us?

Iconic architecture, a thriving culinary scene, beautifully landscaped public spaces, and an array of museums are just part of what draws visitors to the Windy City. At The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago, a luxury hotel set atop Water Tower Place in the historic Gold Coast, guests will have every chance to explore the city, from shopping along Michigan Avenue to viewing famous works at the Art Institute. Yet with our hotel’s spa, rooftop lounge, locally inspired restaurant, indoor lap pool and spacious accommodations overlooking the city, guests may not want to leave the premises.

Recognized as the gold standard of hospitality, The Ritz-Carlton selects only the most passionate and skilled hospitality professionals. As one of our Ladies and Gentlemen, you will reflect the values that make us the world’s finest luxury brand. Here, in a diverse environment where individual aspirations are fulfilled and quality of life is enhanced, you will be inspired to work alongside your fellow employees to bring special moments to life for our guests and each other.

Job Overview

The purpose of the Banquet Set Up/House person position is to set, maintain and refresh hotel banquet meeting rooms according to sales contract and company standards

Responsibilities

+ To ensure cleanliness and organizations done in a timely manner and to assist supervisor during large functions.

+ The Banquet Set Up /House person must ensure that all banquet and meeting rooms are properly set in a timely manner, so that the banquet service staff may prepare for functions.

+ Responsible for timely and safe breakdown of meeting rooms after event completion.

+ Must refresh rooms on time, have water in rooms, clean rooms and set for appropriate functions.

Qualifications

Education/Formal Training

No formal education needed.

Experience

Prior housekeeping experience desirable.

Knowledge/Skills

+ Minimal literacy necessary; can utilize alternate training tools.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to communicate with guests, other associates and supervisor.

+ Ability to assess and meet standards.

+ Ability to meet standards of appearance.

+ Must be able to lift 50+ lbs

+ Mobility -Ability to reach all areas of responsibility to include: shelves, windows, ledges, pipes, under and around furniture.

+ Continuous standing -continuously standing and/or walking to accomplish all that is required for position.

+ Climbing stairs -approximately 40 steps 15% of 40 hour week. No driving required.

Environment

Inside 80% of 8 hours.

Benefits

Medical, dental, & vision insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Great discounts on Hotels, Restaurants, and much more

Eligible to participate in the Employee Referral Bonus Program

$20 - $26/hourly

**ID:** _2025-28976_

**Position Type:** _Regular Full-Time_

**Property** **:** _The Ritz Carlton Chicago_

**Outlet:** _Hotel_

**Category:** _Banquets_

**_Address_** **:** _160 E Pearson St_

**_City_** **:** _Chicago_

**_State_** **:** _Illinois_

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