Chris Williams
Detroit,MI
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with over 40 years of extensive experience in the Banquet Houseman Hospitality Industry. Professional experience includes employment with Starwood Hotels, Marriott, The Atheneum, St. Regis, and Ramada Hotels. Proven ability to efficiently set up and manage banquet events service including assembling and disassembling, audio-visual, front line service, inventory management, and more. Committed to leveraging these qualities to contribute to overall team success.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Banquet Houseman
Marriott
Southfield, MI
02.2003 - 06.2022
- Organize, set up and breakdown of tables, chairs, buffets, and other event-related items for banquet meetings and events at The Westin Hotel.
- Assemble and set up video screens, dance floors, lighting and audio sound systems.
- Collaborate dining room and bar staff to facilitate efficient service.
- Reset and disassemble ballroom meeting spaces and banquet areas and properly store equipment.
- Maintain cleanliness of banquet spaces.
- Process payments and assist back of the house.
- Replenish food and beverages as necessary.
- Inventory maintenance
Education
High School Diploma -
Redford High School
Detroit06-1979
Skills
- Event breakdown
- Station monitoring
- Linen collection
- Supply restocking
- Banquet service
- Server support
- Supply replenishment
- Audio visual equipment
- Linen disposal
- Buffet preparation
- Post-event breakdown
- Guest relations
- Table set up
- Room arrangements
- Supply storage
Timeline
Banquet Houseman
Marriott
02.2003 - 06.2022
High School Diploma -
Redford High School