Banquet Houseperson - SEASONAL

Education & Experience:   

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  Prior banquet, hotel, or event setup experience preferred 

  
  

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  High school diploma or equivalent required 

  
  

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  Ability to read and follow Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) and room diagrams 

  
  

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  Knowledge of banquet equipment, room setups, and safety procedures preferred 

  
  

Physical requirements:  

Flexible schedule including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays 

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  Heavy to medium work: exerting up to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 100 pounds occasionally to lift, carry, push, pull, or move banquet equipment 

  
  

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  Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, and reach for extended periods of time 

  
  

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  Ability to work in fast-paced and physically demanding environments 

  
  

General Requirements  

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  Maintain a warm, professional, and friendly demeanor at all times 

  
  

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  Maintain a professional, courteous, and cooperative demeanor at all times 

  
  

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  Communicate effectively with banquet leadership, service staff, and other departments 

  
  

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  Ability to follow instructions accurately and meet event timelines 

  
  

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  Demonstrate strong attention to detail and organizational skills 

  
  

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  Attend all required hotel meetings and training sessions 

  
  

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  Maintain regular attendance in compliance with hotel scheduling requirements 

  
  

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  Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, including proper uniform and nametag 

  
  

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  Comply with all hotel policies, brand standards, and safety regulations 

  
  

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  Maintain confidentiality of hotel and guest information 

  
  

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  Perform other duties as assigned by management 

  
  

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  Comply with all hotel policies, brand standards, and safety regulations 

  
  

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  Maintain confidentiality of hotel and guest information 

  
  

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  Perform other duties as assigned by management 

  
  

Fundamental Requirements: 

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  Set up banquet rooms according to Banquet Event Orders (BEOs), including tables, chairs, staging, dance floors, risers, and other event equipment 

  
  

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  Break down and reset rooms promptly following events 

  
  

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  Ensure meeting rooms and pre-function areas are clean, organized, and guest-ready 

  
  

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  Move, stack, and store banquet furniture and equipment safely and efficiently 

  
  

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  Assist with linen placement, skirting, and basic décor setup as required 

  
  

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  Maintain cleanliness of banquet back-of-house areas, storage rooms, and equipment 

  
  

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  Perform routine inspection of banquet spaces to identify maintenance or safety issues 

  
  

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  Communicates setup changes, delays, or concerns to banquet leadership immediately 

  
  

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  Assist banquet servers and captains during events as needed 

  
  

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  Always follows proper lifting techniques and safety procedures 

  
  

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  Support other departments and event needs as business levels require 

  
  

Work Schedule & Availability 
 

Hospitality is a 24-hour operation. Associates may be required to work varying schedules, including early mornings, evenings, overnight shifts, weekends, and holidays, based on operational needs and hotel occupancy levels. Schedules, staffing levels, and assigned duties may fluctuate to meet business demands, special events, and guest service requirements. 

In accordance with New Jersey State Legislature  (New Jersey Legislature Bill S2310 Sca (1R)) which requires private employers with ten (10) or more employees to include a range of pay for all advertised jobs, promotion, or transfer opportunities.  This position pays $15.92 - $17/hr dependent on experience. 

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.