HOUSEMAN - PPHG

456 king st, Charleston SC

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION Position: Houseman Status: Full Time Reports To: Director of Operations, Operations Associate, and Event Managers POSITION OVERVIEW The Houseman is responsible for the overall presentation and upkeep of all Patrick Properties venues including the beverage storage and organization. It is the houseman’s responsibility to ensure the properties and grounds are presentable at all times and the beverage storage is organized. The Houseman will handle all event set-up, event breakdown, equipment pulls, bar pulls, beverage inventory, transfers between properties and other assigned projects. Houseman must be available for multiple events in one weekend and occasional holidays. HOUSEMAN RESPONSIBILITIES • Ensure properties and grounds are presentable each morning prior to guest arrival • Open and close properties as a key holder • Responsible for event setup which includes, but is not limited to, tables and chairs, pulling and setting up catering equipment for food stations, setting tables, and setting bars based on layouts given • Set up breakdown area for dishwasher before each event and keep breakdown area free from debris • Keep catering equipment presentable and polished for every event • Maintain organization and cleanliness of all catering storage areas and inform a manager of missing items • Ensure all furniture and items are in the appropriate locations during non-event days and if needed, move furniture for cleaning and events • Check light bulbs throughout the day and replace when needed throughout event venues, offices, and suites • Empty trashcans and organize the area every morning following events • Clean ashtrays at event venues and replace sand as needed • Responsible for changing Theater marquee messaging as well as upkeep of storage and inventory of marquee letters on a daily basis • Pressure venues to include the dock at Lowndes Grove as needed prior to events- or weekly BEVERAGE RESPONSIBILITIES • Ensure beverage storage is presentable and organized at all times (including liquor storage/walk-ins) • Responsible for assisting with pulling bars for events • Responsible for rotating products in storage areas to reduce spoilage • Keep bar equipment clean and organized and inform Manager of any missing items • Empty trashcans and mop the beverage storage areas every morning following events • Receive deliveries and assist with transfers between properties REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS • Prior beverage experience preferred • TIPS certification preferred • Ability to adhere to and enforce Patrick Properties standards, policies and procedures • Ability to prioritize and organize work assignments • Ability to be a clear thinker, analyze and resolve problems, while exercising good judgment for the best interest of the company • Ability to focus attention on details • Ability to work without direct supervision • Must possess mature, professional demeanor and appearance to interact with vendors, staff and guests • Ability to work cooperatively and professionally with other departments, with respect to the chain of command • Ability to be on time and have a flexible schedule • Must be able to physically lift and transport tables, chairs, podiums and other event equipment up to 50 pounds • Must have a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record