Banquet Steward - Casino jobs in Massachusetts

Location

The 1,054-room Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport is the newest luxury hotel in the City of Boston, and the most significant hotel project in the city for the last forty years. The property features seven outlets for drinking and dining, a signature spa, fitness center, and rooftop pool. It boasts more than 100,000 square feet of meeting and event space, and caters to the most discerning clientele.

Job Description

The Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport is located in the center of the bustling Seaport District. The AAA Four Diamond rated hotel boasts 1,054 finely appointed guestrooms with 52 suites, seven delectable dining experiences, a scenic rooftop pool, a luxury Breve Spa,  and more than 100,000 square feet of meeting and event space allowing to provide each guest a unique and memorable experience. Come join the team that was voted “2023 Best Places to Work” by the Boston Business Journal!

Creativity must infuse everything we do, and everyone in the hotel. Performance realities will always exist, but we use these constraints to push, not limit, our creativity. We believe there is always a way to make it work. If we don't have the solution, we dig deeper creatively to find one.

Grab the reigns and help shape the future of the Seaport’s best kept secret! Creativity must infuse everything we do, and everyone in the Hotel. Performance realities will always exist, but we use these constraints to push, not limit, our creativity.

The Banquet Steward is responsible of transporting all equipment and food/beverage to functions in accordance with hotel standards. The Steward comprehends the food and beverage operation and prioritizes cleanliness of food preparation and service areas.

Responsibilities

• Consistent maintenance and refinement of cleanliness standards. Ensures compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Perform all necessary tasks of a banquet steward according to hotel operating procedures to include but not limited to china/silver/glass/dishware/ cookware/utensils transportation, food plate up , food transportation, trash removal, floor care, kitchen and food/beverage equipment cleaning.
• Assist with dishwashing as needed.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and sanitation awareness standards. Prepare daily for health department and Ecosure inspections.
• Ensure upkeep, safety and cleanliness in food preparation areas, refrigeration, storage areas, food and beverage service areas, hallways, corridors and storerooms.
• Responsible for cleaning and sanitizing all food & beverage shelving, carts, and trash receptacles to include but not limited to hot boxes, Queen Mary’s, rolling racks, compost bins, push carts, dish dollies.
• Responsible to coordinate and deliver proper equipment to culinary and FOH service staff in a timely manner. Amounts based on submitted pull sheets. 
• Responsible to replenish kitchen line with clean pots, plates and misc. china.
• Responsible to assist with banquet plate ups as directed.
• Establish dish out and breakdown stations for all banquet events. Assist with dish out and breakdown of all assigned functions.
• Responsible to adhere to all proper trash procedures.
• Responsible to clean and sanitize ice machines.
• Contribute to the kitchen sanitation operation and timing of service out of the kitchen and into all banquet and outlet areas. Ensures prompt delivery and quality control from point of departure to arrival.
• Responsible to maintain all hand washing stations to proper cleanliness standards as well as stock hand soap, paper towels and trash receptacle.
• Responsible to maintain all equipment to a high standard. Report any equipment issues to leadership for proper maintenance.
• Responsible to maintain all furniture, fixtures and equipment to a high standard. Minimize breakage by demonstrating care when handling hotel assets and equipment.
• Responsible to attend daily stand up meeting with associates to gather necessary information.
• Assist in developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize and accomplish set goals.
• Encourages and builds mutual trust, respect and cooperation among co-workers. Treats co-workers fairly and equitably.
• Maintain a professional, neat and organized appearance according to Omni Boston Seaport standards.
• Respond swiftly and effectively in any emergency or safety situations. Ensure a safe working and guest environment to reduce the risk of injury or accident.
• Attend all required department trainings and meetings.
• Perform any other duties required by leadership.

Qualifications

• Candidate must have hands-on food and beverage knowledge and a comprehensive, working knowledge of the hospitality business.• A minimum of relevant stewarding experience in a large convention hotel is strongly preferred. • Must be willing to work flexible hours as needed during busy times and high-profile events, including nights, weekends and holidays. • Must possess a friendly approachable demeanor and strong problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for detail.• Candidate must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and be able to handle multiple priorities.• Must possess the ability to handle stressful and busy hotel operations. Ability to maintain a positive and professional demeanor and composure at all times.• Must have the ability to report to work on time and when scheduled.• Must have the ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time.• Must meet standards of appearance and maintain a high level of personal hygiene at all time.• Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills. Ability to clearly and pleasantly communicate both verbally and in writing in English with guests, management, and co-workers.• Computer literacy to include: Payroll systems and Kitchen Equipment • Serve Safe certified

ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:• Interior of hotel, in restaurant and kitchen areas with exposure to steam, humidity and extreme temperature. • The ability to stand/walk for extended periods of time. • The ability to bend, reach and lift to 50lbs and push/pull/carry up to 100lbs. • Exposure to hazardous cleaning chemicals.

PERKS AND BENEFITS:

• A culture of fun, inclusion, and growth
• Complimentary meals
• Health Insurance and matching 401(k) after one year
• Generous Paid Time Off offered after 90 days
• Performance-driven, ALL-IN culture
• Discounted associate rates at Omni properties nationwide

Omni Hotels & Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. The EEO is the Law poster and its supplement are available using the following links: EEOC is the Law Poster and the following link is the OFCCP's Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination policy statement If you are interested in applying for employment with Omni Hotels & Resorts and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, please send an email to applicationassistance@omnihotels.com.