Banquet Set Up

HHM Hotels; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

HHM Hotels invites applications for a Banquet Set Up role in Fort Lauderdale. You will set up meeting rooms per event orders, transport and arrange heavy equipment, and break down spaces after events.

The job requires standing for long periods and safe handling of items, with shifts including holidays and weekends. Previous banquet setup or customer service experience is preferred, along with a high school diploma or equivalent.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous banquet set up or customer service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up meeting rooms according to banquet event order forms and documents.
• Transport staging, tables, chairs, and other heavy materials safely using proper equipment.
• Break down meeting rooms and return items to storage in an orderly fashion.
• Maintain a clean and presentable meeting room and ballroom environment.
• Respond to guest requests for service and changes in room setup.
• Assist with information requests regarding other hotel areas; handle complaints when needed.
• Follow safe work habits, wear PPE, and comply with MSDS and OSHA standards.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.

Job description

Opportunity: Banquet Set Up

Set up, break down, and service meeting rooms in accordance with established guest service and sustainability standards.

Your Growth Path

Banquet Server - Banquet Captain - Banquet Manager

Your Focus

• Set up meeting rooms according to banquet event order forms and documents to insure set up meets guest expectations.
• Transport awkward and heavy materials such as staging, tables, chairs, dance floors, etc., from storage area to meeting rooms in a safe manner using proper equipment.
• Break down meeting rooms and return banquet items to storage closet in a neat and organized fashion.
• Maintain established cleaning schedule of meeting rooms and ballrooms ensuring rooms are presentable at all times.
• Respond to guest requests for service, changes in room set up and assist with information requests regarding other areas of the hotel.
• Handle guest complaints personally or if necessary seek assistance from supervisor.
• Practice safe work habits, wear protective safety equipment and follow MSDS and OSHA standards.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.

Your Background and Focus

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous banquet set up or customer service experience preferred.

Work Environment and Context

• Work schedule varies and will include working on alternate shifts, holidays and weekends.
• Requires standing for extended periods, walking, pushing, lifting up to 50 pounds, bending and reaching, stooping, pushing, kneeling, or crouching.

What We Believe

People Are Our Capability - Hearts That Serve - Only Excellence - Stay Nimble - Own It

Source: HHM Hotels