Houseperson - Events (Part-Time)

Support Excellence Behind the Scenes - Join Park Hyatt Chicago as a Houseperson - Events! ABOUT US Park Hyatt Chicago is a refined urban retreat, gracefully positioned along the city's iconic Magnificent Mile. With sweeping views of Lake Michigan, a thoughtfully curated art collection, and interiors inspired by sophisticated residential design, the hotel embodies a rare blend of intimacy, elegance, and contemporary luxury. Our Events team play a vital role in creating seamless, beautifully executed experiences-from intimate gatherings to large-scale celebrations. Our Housepersons are the backbone of these operations, ensuring every space is perfectly prepared, polished, and ready to impress. This is an opportunity to be part of a team that delivers world-class hospitality in one of Chicago's most prestigious luxury hotels. THE ROLE We are seeking a reliable, detail-oriented, and service-driven Houseperson - Events to join our team at Park Hyatt Chicago. In this role, you will help create flawless event experiences by setting, maintaining, and breaking down banquet and meeting spaces according to detailed diagrams and guest specifications. You will work closely with our Banquets, Sales & Events, and Operations teams to ensure every room is immaculate, organized, and ready for service. Your responsibilities will include setting up tables, chairs, linens, staging, and equipment, maintaining cleanliness throughout event spaces, responding to last-minute changes, and supporting the banquet operation during events. Whether preparing a corporate meeting or a luxury wedding, you will help ensure every detail reflects the exceptional standards of Park Hyatt Chicago. View our Virtual Reality Experience to spend a 'day in the life' of a hospitality professional at a full-service hotel. WAGE INFORMATION The hourly rate for this position is $26.50. This position is also eligible to earn overtime and premium pay under certain circumstances. BENEFITS Health Benefits: Eligibility & coverage provided and administered through Local 1 Union. Pension Plan: Participation and contributions managed through Local 1 Union. Monthly Fitness Reimbursement: Available up to a specified monthly limit. Qualified Parking & Transit Program: Pre-tax benefits available, subject to eligibility. Paid Time Off: Part-time colleagues are not eligible for paid time off per the Local 1 Union. PERKS Discounted Colleague Rate Room Nights: Available based on room availability. Complimentary Room Nights: Offered based on availability. Complimentary Meals: Available in the colleague dining room. On-Site Bike Rack: Provided for colleague use.