Yacht Club Banquet Event Setup Associate

Banquet Event Setup Associate

With over a century of rich history, the Grosse Pointe Yacht Club stands as a proud symbol of tradition, camaraderie, and a love for life on the water. While honoring our legacy, we also embrace a spirit of innovation driven by a desire to enhance our member experience in every way possible. We seek dedicated individuals who share our passion for hospitality and aspire to make a meaningful impact in our community.

Whether you're a professional exploring a long-term career, seeking supplemental income, or a local resident looking for a fun summer job—we invite you to consider charting your course with us.

The position is responsible for setup and breakdown of banquet and event spaces, with a high execution of professionalism and hospitality. Work will generally be performed in both indoor and outdoor environments year-round, with exposure to varying weather conditions. A professional work ethic and attention to detail are priorities in this position in order to maintain the overall property in a high state at all times.

Most new and returning employees are hired under a seasonal employment status. Seasonal employees can typically expect a consistent schedule from approximately April to October each year. At the end of each respective season, employees are encouraged to submit requests to transition to either year-round part-time or full-time status. Approval of these requests will be contingent upon the needs of the Club and the employee's performance track record.

Minimum high school diploma or equivalent experience preferred; must be at least 18 years of age. Two or more years of experience preferred. Ability to work flexible hours, including key holidays, evenings, and weekends. Demonstrated strong organizational skills. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Physical capability to withstand prolonged periods of standing, walking, bending, reaching, and twisting. Ability to consistently lift over 75 lbs.

Valid driver's license and a clean criminal record.

Serve as a positive role model by: embodying club values and high standards that all members and staff are expected to uphold, effectively utilizing the various digital platforms used by the club, maintaining a collaborative and friendly demeanor while working to improve the member experience, and always representing the club well.

Provide key assistance to the club by: exceeding the expectations of members and their guests, while representing the club to the highest standards, following diagrams to accurately deliver, setup and breakdown tables, chairs, speakers, and tents for both indoor and outdoor events, following diagrams to accurately drop linens, as well as set flatware and glassware at designated locations, maintaining clean and organized event and storage spaces at all times, continually seeking to enhance knowledge and skills related to catering operations, maintaining storage facilities in a safe and organized manner, and maintaining self-awareness of members', management and peers.

Evaluation criteria include but are not limited to: successful alignment with club values and professional standards, exhibiting a collaborative spirit when working with members and staff, demonstrating the ability to make appropriate choices, especially in stressful situations, maintaining good hygiene and a professional appearance, and all duties as outlined in this position profile.