University Place Hotel, On-Call Intermittent Banquet Attendant

Position Details

• Proposed Start Date: 06/16/2026
• Classification Title: Food Service Worker 2
• Working Title: University Place Hotel, On-Call Intermittent Banquet Attendant
• Department: 670551 - AUX University Place Conf Ctr
• Position Number: D90729
• Representation: OP - SEIU/OPEU Local 503
• Position FTE: up to 0.4 FTE

Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept

The University Place Hotel is a hotel and conference center owned by Portland State University. Located on SW Lincoln Street near 4th Avenue the hotel includes an outdoor heated pool, a restaurant, fitness center, and meeting/event spaces. The parking lot offers 213 vehicle spaces reserved primarily for hotel guests.

Position Summary

University Place Hotel and Conference Center is seeking three (3) On-Call Intermittent Banquet Attendants at 0.4 FTE each to join our in-house team. In this role, you will ensure the seamless execution of events throughout the year. Hours vary significantly based on business needs, ranging from 0 to 40 hours per week. This position is responsible for providing high-quality service during banquets, meetings, and multi-day functions. Duties include everything from efficient room setup and professional food service to refreshing spaces, breaking down setups, and assisting with dishwashing. By maintaining our in-house standards of excellence and operational reliability, you will play a critical role in ensuring a consistent, positive guest experience and supporting the overall success of University Place Hotel.

Minimum Qualifications

• One year of experience in a commercial food service utility
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid Oregon Food Handler's card

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to follow instructions, either through written forms, such as Banquet Event Orders and workplace procedures and policies, and/or verbal instructions from the assigned supervisor
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English to ensure safety and service standards
• Ability to lift, push, and pull banquet equipment such as heavy tables and chairs, loaded carts, etc., weighing up to 50 lbs
• Ability to stand and walk for the duration of a shift (up to 8 hours per shift when needed)
• Sufficient communication skills to interact professionally with guests and team members
• Must be comfortable with a fluctuating work schedule that sometimes includes early mornings (as early as 5:30 am), late nights (as late as 10 pm), weekends, and holidays, and understand that consistent hours are not guaranteed
• A proven track record of punctuality and a professional and service-oriented attitude towards all guests and team members

Preferred Qualifications

• Valid OLCC license
• Maintain a minimum availability of two (2) days per week, including weekends, evenings, and holidays as business needs arise
• Candidate must be responsive to scheduling requests once business needs are identified

Key Cultural Competencies

• Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences
• Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds
• Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement
• Adheres to all PSU policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct

Environmental Stewardship

• Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals

Work Days/Hours

Sunday to Saturday, on call and intermittent, schedule will vary.

Total Compensation

The starting salary rate for this position will be between $18.06 and $19.36 per hour, dependent upon qulaifications and experience. This on-call intermittent position is not eligible for benefits.

Application Instructions

Please list the names, telephone numbers and email addresses for three professional references.

Background Check

Required

Questions

If you have questions please email the University Place Hotel at uplhr@pdx.edu.

Posting Close Date

Application screening begins 03/16/2026

Supplemental Questions

• How did you first find out about this position?
• PSU Website
• Indeed.com
• HERCJobs
• Urban League of Portland
• Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber
• Oregon Employment Department
• Social Media
• Person Referral
• Career Builder
• Glass Door
• Other - Please describe in the next Question

• If you selected Other, please describe. (Open Ended Question)

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Professional References

Optional Documents