Events Associate

Location: California

# Events Associate Loleta, CA 95551## Overview Position Type Per Diem Job Shift Any Education  Level Not Specified

Travel Percentage None Category Restaurant  - Food Service## Description
*** Tribal Preference will be given in accordance with BRBRR Act Relating to Employment***#
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* POSITION SUMMARY:

** An Events Associate supports the execution of events across the property, including banquets, The Epicenter parties, and The Venue events. This position is responsible for delivering food and beverages, assisting with full event setup and breakdown, executing décor, and providing excellent customer service to guests. This role goes beyond traditional serving duties and includes room preparation, equipment setup, food preparation assistance, and guest interaction throughout all phases of an event.

An Event Services Associate maintains professionalism and courtesy for both clients and coworkers while creating a warm and welcoming environment for all guests. This position is a tipped role during applicable service periods. Must be able to work all shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, early mornings, and special events as needed.
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* Provide assistance to Event Sales Manager and Supervisors during events to ensure a positive guest experience
* Fully set up events including:* + Tables, chairs, linens, dishware, flatware, and stemware* + Pipe and drape, décor, and room layout based on diagrams and BEOs* + Food prep and table/station setup as required* + Printing menus or signage for specific events as needed
* Execute full breakdown of events per specifications on reservations and BEOs, including:* + Clearing tables, removing trash, and resetting spaces* + Vacuuming floors and cleaning walls, windows, and mirrors* + Proper care, movement, and storage of tables, chairs, risers, dance floors, and lecterns
* Replenishing water and maintaining guest areas as needed
* Serve food and beverages in the appropriate order and in a timely manner
* Maintain awareness of departmental expectations to ensure consistency of service standards
* Adhere to banquet and event service standards and operating procedures
* Welcome guests and respond to requests in a courteous, professional, and friendly manner
* Communicate effectively with kitchen staff, Supervisors, and team members regarding timing and service needs
* Assist in resolving service or order issues promptly and professionally
* Support a variety of event types including:  + Banquets and traditional events  + Epicenter parties and family-oriented events  + Venue events and additional resort functions
* Having a positive attitude, communication with Supervisors, team work ethic, following directions accurately, and possessing care for the highest standards of customer service are a must.
* Demonstrate ability to organize and decorate event spaces with minimal direction with a keen sense of attention to detail
* Other duties may be assigned
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This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.## Qualifications
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To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
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* High school diploma or equivalent preferred
* Minimum 18 Years of Age
* Minimum of one (1) year of experience in hotel, restaurant, casino, entertainment, retail or catering environments with a strong emphasis in customer service.
* Or two (2) to three (3) years in the customer service industry in a fast-paced environment
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