Banquet Maestro: Seamless Event Setups

Millennium & Copthorne Hotels; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Hotel Room Discounts

Job summary

M Social Sunnyvale, part of Millennium Hotels & Resorts, is hiring a Banquet Houseman to support meetings, conferences, weddings, and events. You’ll assist with room setups, breakdowns, furniture movement, and equipment organization while ensuring guest-ready spaces.

Ideal candidates are dependable, physically active, detail-oriented, and enjoy fast-paced hospitality teamwork. Shifts include evenings, weekends, holidays, and varying hours.

Qualifications

• Previous banquet, hotel, restaurant, event, or hospitality experience preferred.
• Ability to safely move and arrange banquet furniture and equipment.
• Read and follow setup diagrams and written instructions.
• Food Handler Card required or ability to obtain upon hire.
• Bilingual abilities are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up banquet rooms according to event diagrams, specifications, and standards.
• Arrange tables, chairs, staging, dance floors, risers, and other event equipment.
• Assist with setting up meeting rooms, reception areas, and event spaces.
• Break down and reset event spaces promptly following functions.
• Move furniture and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ensure rooms are properly arranged before guests arrive.
• Make adjustments to room setups as directed by banquet management.
• Support banquet servers and supervisors during events.
• Assist with delivering and removing tables, chairs, equipment, and supplies.
• Replenish water stations, service areas, and other banquet supplies as needed.
• Assist with buffet and beverage station setup and breakdown.
• Respond promptly to requests from banquet leadership.
• Help ensure event spaces remain clean, organized, and guest-ready throughout the function.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of banquet rooms, storage areas, hallways, and service areas.
• Remove trash, debris, and used equipment from event spaces.
• Clean and organize banquet equipment after use.
• Return tables, chairs, equipment, and supplies to designated storage areas.
• Maintain proper organization of banquet storage rooms.
• Report damaged or missing equipment to management.
• Maintain a professional, friendly, and helpful presence around guests.
• Respond to guest requests appropriately or direct them to the appropriate team member.
• Help maintain a clean, comfortable, and welcoming event environment.
• Be attentive to the needs of guests while working throughout event spaces.
• Represent the M Social brand through professionalism and a positive attitude.
• Work closely with Banquet, Food & Beverage, Culinary, Engineering, and other hotel departments.
• Communicate effectively with banquet supervisors regarding event requirements and operational needs.
• Support the team during high-volume events and multiple-function days.
• Assist coworkers wherever needed to ensure successful event execution.
• Maintain a positive, respectful, and team-focused work environment.
• Follow all hotel safety policies and procedures.
• Use proper lifting and equipment-handling techniques.
• Follow food safety and sanitation procedures when assisting with food and beverage areas.
• Keep walkways, exits, and event spaces free of hazards.
• Report spills, damaged equipment, safety hazards, or maintenance concerns promptly.
• Follow proper procedures when operating or moving banquet equipment.

Skills

Passion for hospitality

Team-oriented

Strong communication

Fast-paced environment

Attention to detail

Organization

Follow diagrams/instructions

Flexibility

Professional appearance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Relevant experience considered

Job description

M Social Sunnyvale, part of Millennium Hotels & Resorts, is hiring a Banquet Houseman to support meetings, conferences, weddings, and events. You’ll assist with room setups, breakdowns, furniture movement, and equipment organization while ensuring guest-ready spaces.

Ideal candidates are dependable, physically active, detail-oriented, and enjoy fast-paced hospitality teamwork. Shifts include evenings, weekends, holidays, and varying hours.