Conference & Banqueting Associate

Job Number 23015432
Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary
Location London Marriott Hotel Canary Wharf, 22 Hertsmere Road, London, London, United Kingdom VIEW ON MAP
Schedule Full-Time
Located Remotely? N
Relocation? N
Position Type Non-Management

Explore our very big world

We welcome you to join our global and diverse family. Your positive energy and people-pleasing mindset are an important part of why our guests continue to choose us for their event needs. Every day presents a new opportunity to interact with people from all over the world, giving you new inspiration and perspective.

Your new career at London Marriott Canary Wharf

London Marriott Hotel Canary Wharf is ideally situated on the waterfront, just moments Canary Wharf tube and West India Quay DLR. Part of Marriott International, the world’s largest and most celebrated hospitality brand, our five-star hotel is the perfect place to take your career to a whole new level.

The London Marriott Canary Wharf Hotel & Executive Apartments is currently recruiting for ambitious and passionate Food & Beverage associates who strives to provide and inspire incredible guest service that creates truly memorable experiences for our guests. Join our amazing and divers team and become Part of Marriott International, the world’s largest and most celebrated hospitality brand.

Rewards for work, benefits for your lifestyle

You’ll be supported in and out of the workplace through:

• Discounts on hotel rooms, gift shop items, food and beverage
• Learning and development opportunities
• Recognition programs
• Wellbeing programs
• Encouraging management
• Team-spirited colleagues

The impact you’ll make

You will enjoy working with a well-synchronized service staff, prepared to do whatever it takes to pull off a flawless event. When the guests arrive, they will be pleased to find your polished appearance and dedication to exceptional service that delights in the details. You will feel a sense of accomplishment knowing that you’ve impressed each guest with personalized attention.

What you’ll be doing

• Prepare coffee breaks, carts and stations with appropriate supplies
• Organize tables, action stations, buffets, and carts for service
• Communicate any additional meal requirements or special requests to the kitchen
• Ensure courses are properly cleared and crumbed in a timely fashion
• Manage the presentation of tableware so that it is accessible for the guests
• Monitor cleanliness and proper sanitization of tables, stations and service areas

What we’re looking for

• Great conversational skills and teamwork-oriented
• Positive outlook and outgoing personality
• Previous banquet serving experience is a big plus

This role requires the ability to move and lift up to 25 lbs. Standing, sitting or walking for extended periods of time and ensuring a professional appearance in a clean uniform are also required. Prior to employment, we’ll ask you to complete safety training and certification.

Connect your passions with a rewarding opportunity

You’re a food and beverage enthusiast who really enjoys making others feel at home. When you work with us, you'll get to entertain and meet people from all over the world as you build your experience. Join us and grow through opportunities to explore the business, opening yourself to various career options. No matter your path, we’ll make sure you feel right at home.

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.

Marriott International portfolio of brands includes both JW Marriott and Marriott Hotels.

Marriott Hotels, Marriott International’s flagship brand with more than 500 global locations, is advancing the art of hosting so that our guests can travel brilliantly. As a host with Marriott Hotels, you will help keep this promise by delivering premium choices, sophisticated style, and well-crafted details. With your skills and imagination, together we will innovate and reinvent the future of travel.

JW Marriott is part of Marriott International's luxury portfolio and consists of more than 80 beautiful properties in gateway cities and distinctive resort locations around the world. JW believes our associates come first. Because if you’re happy, our guests will be happy. It’s as simple as that. Our hotels offer a work experience unlike any other, where you’ll be part of a community and enjoy a true camaraderie with a diverse group of co-workers. JW creates opportunities for training, development, recognition and most importantly, a place where you can really pursue your passions in a luxury environment. Treating guests exceptionally starts with the way we take care of our associates. That’s The JW Treatment™.