Event Set Up | Part-Time Houseperson ($16.28/Hour )

Join us for an incredible opportunity to be a part of our Event Set Up Team as a Part-Time Houseperson with the Grand Hyatt Seattle!

The Event Set Up Houseperson is responsible for setting up and breaking down all meeting spaces with tables/chairs/water, etc. This individual is vital in the Set Up for events in our meeting space areas across our three hotels. This person must have good communication skills as well as the ability to lift moderate weight and walk long distances.

The hourly rate for this position is $16.28 to $17.63. The starting rate for this position is $16.28/hour. This position also has an established rate for colleagues who remain in the position for four years, which is $16.61. Depending on experience, a candidate for this position may also be eligible to be hired as a lead at a "lead rate" of $17.28/hour, with an established rate of $17.63/hour for colleagues who have remained in the lead position for four years.

This position earns additional compensation through applicable automatic service charges applied to banquet functions. 2.5% from the service charge goes to the Event Setup team. 10% from the meeting room rental is distributed to the Event Setup team. 2.25% from the service charge for internal events is distributed to the Event Setup team. (where applicable)

An additional $2.00/hour will be earned for shifts worked that are designated as "overnight" shifts.

As a colleague, we have you covered with awesome benefits and perks!

Benefits *Please Note that eligibility requirements may need to be met for Part-Time Colleagues, and not all benefits may be available at the Part-Time Status*

• Medical insurance for you and your dependents for $106 per month, after 30 days of employment
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) & Retirement Savings Plan (RSP)
• Basic Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• New Child Leave & Adoption Assistance
• Paid Time Off
  • Full-Time Colleagues:
    • Vacation Time
      • 10 days (80 hours) earned upon completing 1-4 years of service
      • 15 days (120 hours) earned upon completing 5-9 years of service
      • 20 days (160 hours) earned upon completing 10 years of service
    • (2) Floating Holidays per year
    • (6) Paid Holidays per year
  • Regular Part-Time Colleagues: Pro-rated vacation hours earned  on 1-year anniversary based on average weekly hours worked during the previous 12 months of employment
  • Compassionate Leave
  • Jury Duty Leave
  • Seattle Paid Sick & Safe Time
  • Extended Illness Days - unused sick and safe time in excess of 72 hours converted to Extended Illness Days at the end of each calendar year

Perks *Please Note that eligibility requirements may need to be met for Part-Time Colleagues, and not all perks may be available at the Part-Time Status*

• Employee Assistance Program
• Free Uniforms and Cleaning of your Uniform
• Discounted parking
• Discounted Rooms at any participating Hyatt location starting on your first day of employment
• Up to 12 complimentary rooms at any participating Hyatt location after 90 days of service
• Free colleague meals during shift
• Hyatt Colleague discount program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• ORCA Pass subsidy

When applying for a position working at a Hyatt hotel, you are pursuing an opportunity to join a culture built on caring and attentive colleagues who have a passion for providing efficient service and creating meaningful experiences. Our values are the guiding principles for our success, giving us the opportunity to open over 1,350 properties worldwide. 

Hedreen Hotel Employer LLC is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, caste or any other group protected by law.

• Candidate's should have a true desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast paced environment
• Refined communication skills
• Ability to stand or walk for long periods of time
• Ability to lift, pull, and push a moderate weight (about 50 pounds)
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include morning, afternoon, evening hours and weekends and holidays.