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House Person

New Rochelle, NY, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $17.00 - $18.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
Discount Program
Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit)
EAP
401k
Sick Time
Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Time Off

Job Description

Abigail Kirsch, established in the 1970s as a family-owned catering company, has evolved into one of New York's premier caterers. With a long-standing reputation for excellence, Abigail Kirsch has expanded its exceptional hospitality, service, and culinary expertise beyond New York City to Connecticut and Westchester. The company is known for delivering high-quality catering services for a variety of events, ranging from intimate gatherings to large-scale celebrations, all while maintaining a strong commitment to customer satisfaction and professional integrity. As a part of Elior North America, a company dedicated to fostering diversity, employee development, and career growth, Abigail Kirsch benefits from a supportive and inclusive corporate environment that encourages professional advancement and skill enhancement at all levels.

The role of Houseperson - Hybrid is an important position within the Abigail Kirsch team, supporting two distinguished venues: the Tappan Hill Mansion in Tarrytown, New York, and The Loading Dock in Stamford, Connecticut. This part-time position offers an hourly wage ranging from $17 to $18 and requires flexibility to work across both venues depending on business demands, event schedules, and operational requirements. The Houseperson plays a critical role in ensuring that event spaces are prepared to the highest standards, reflecting Abigail Kirsch’s dedication to quality and hospitality excellence.

In this role, the Houseperson is responsible for setting up tables, chairs, linens, and various event spaces in accordance with specific event diagrams and client requests. Maintaining cleanliness and readiness of ballrooms, restrooms, office spaces, guest areas, and back-of-house spaces is an essential component of the job. The Houseperson supports the full cycle of event operations, including setup, breakdown, and continual maintenance during events to ensure a pristine and welcoming environment.

The position involves a variety of tasks including cleaning, repair, and preventative maintenance such as painting, minor plumbing repairs, and replacing light bulbs. The Houseperson also assists in handling equipment like vacuums, carpet extractors, and cleaning chemicals while adhering to OSHA standards for safety. The role demands physical stamina and the ability to lift and move furniture and equipment safely. Additionally, the Houseperson is expected to communicate effectively with management, staff, clients, and guests to facilitate smooth operations and promptly address any concerns or needs.

This position is vital for maintaining Abigail Kirsch’s high standards in hospitality and ensuring every event space is showcase-ready, comfortable, and safe for clients and guests. The Houseperson will also participate in scheduled training and meetings, adhere to security protocols including key sign-in/sign-out, and comply with company emergency and safety procedures. With opportunities for growth and a supportive work culture under Elior North America, the Houseperson role is an excellent opportunity to join a respected team dedicated to outstanding event service.

Job Requirements

  • Minimum one year of banquet set-up, custodial, or related hospitality work preferred
  • Basic knowledge of painting, window cleaning, restroom sanitation, general cleaning, and facility upkeep
  • Ability to handle cleaning equipment such as vacuums, sweepers, carpet extractors, mops, carts
  • Ability to work safely with cleaning chemicals in compliance with OSHA standards
  • Ability to work in varying indoor and outdoor conditions, including extreme temperatures
  • Strong communication skills to effectively interact with associates, management, clients, and guests
  • Flexibility to work nights, weekends, holidays, and event-driven shifts
  • Physical ability to lift, carry, push, and pull tables, chairs, carts, and event equipment safely
  • Ability to follow diagrams and instructions for setup and maintenance tasks

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum one year of banquet set-up, custodial, facilities, or related hospitality work preferred
  • Basic knowledge of painting, window cleaning, restroom sanitation, general cleaning, and facility upkeep
  • Ability to handle equipment such as vacuums, sweepers, carpet extractors, mops, carts, and related cleaning equipment
  • Ability to work with cleaning chemicals in a safe OSHA-compliant manner
  • Ability to withstand varying indoor and outdoor work conditions, including extreme temperatures when required
  • Ability to deal effectively with internal and external customers to obtain information and resolve problems quickly
  • Ability to communicate effectively with associates, management, clients, guests, and vendors if necessary
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule to accommodate business levels, including nights, weekends, holidays, and event-based shifts
  • Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull tables, chairs, carts, garbage, boxes, and event equipment using safe work practices
  • Ability to follow diagrams, verbal instructions, written instructions, cleaning procedures, maintenance direction, and safety policies

Job Duties

  • Set-up, breakdown, and clean event rooms per diagram
  • Maintain a neat, organized, and safe working environment
  • Place linen and skirting on all tables for functions
  • Set tables with pads, pencils, candies, or other meeting materials unless otherwise instructed
  • Pin-spot tables, bars, and buffets
  • Refresh rooms in between functions and room turns
  • Monitor and refresh guest bathrooms during events and spot check throughout the day
  • Refresh paper goods in dispensers, as necessary
  • Empty trash as needed
  • Move furniture, tables, chairs, carts, and event equipment for room turns
  • Ensure event rooms are showcase-ready in between events
  • Assemble, break down, clean, and maintain dance floors
  • Stack, store, and organize equipment in storage areas when not in use
  • Assist Captains, Banquet Event Managers, Banquet Service Managers, and management during events when needed
  • Monitor gallery, lobby, ballroom, office, and public spaces for cleanliness
  • Vacuum ballroom and office areas as assigned
  • Clean windows and ledges
  • Spot clean chairs, carpets, acoustic walls, and movable partitions
  • Perform deep cleaning as needed
  • Clean, organize, and maintain storerooms, lumber rooms, closets, and back-of-house spaces
  • Disinfect and sanitize all restrooms, locker rooms, and assigned guest areas
  • Clean and maintain guest suites as assigned
  • Sweep and mop floors
  • Clean mirrors
  • Polish steel, chrome, and other finished surfaces
  • Spot clean and shampoo carpets and chairs as needed
  • Dispose of all garbage
  • Assist with hanging banners or client-requested event items
  • Assist when necessary and fill in when needed as a restroom attendant
  • Perform general repair and maintenance of the facility and equipment
  • Paint walls, doors, woodwork, wood paneling, and touch-up areas when needed
  • Check and change light bulbs as assigned
  • Assist with minor plumbing issues that may arise, including clogged drains, flooding, leaks, or similar facility concerns
  • Report any hazardous conditions, broken equipment, maintenance concerns, or sanitation issues to the Facilities Supervisor, Facilities Manager, or management
  • Perform all reasonable requests by the Management team
  • Attend and participate in all scheduled meetings and training sessions
  • Know and follow all Abigail Kirsch, Tappan Hill Mansion, and The Loading Dock emergency and safety procedures
  • Follow proper time keeping policies and procedures
  • Follow the sign-in and sign-out procedure for keys

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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