Banquet Set-up

Marriott Jacksonville; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Marriott Jacksonville Downtown is seeking an energetic Banquet Assistant to support the Banquet Manager in preparing for events and ensuring a positive guest experience. You will set up rooms, move heavy equipment, replenish supplies, and help maintain a pristine banquet environment.

This role requires physical stamina, strong communication, and the ability to work with a team across shift schedules. Join HEI Hotels and Resorts’ hospitality-focused team and contribute to memorable events.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of equipment and setup styles used in meeting rooms.
• Ability to lift and move tables, chairs and podiums up to 100 lbs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; able to adapt to audiences.

Responsibilities

• Set up meeting rooms to guest specifications and transport equipment as needed.
• Supply and replenish meeting rooms with clean glasses and fresh water.
• Break down rooms and return them to storage after events.
• Maintain cleaning schedules for meeting rooms and ballrooms.
• Follow attendance rules and be available to work regularly.

Skills

Equipment knowledge

Physical stamina

Communication skills

Team coordination

Job description

About UsElevate your career in the heart of downtown Jacksonville Florida. The Marriott Jacksonville Downtown is situated in the heart of the River City district. We love to play as hard as we work, so taking in a live show, football game, or concert, before or after work, is just one of the perks we enjoy at our location. Public transportation is convenient with several different options via skyline, bus, or electric scooter. It is such an exciting time to join our team as we embark on a new journey to renovate our entire building, so we can be proud of our brand-new rooms and public spaces. We pride ourselves on taking care of our team, so our team can take care of the guests. Come join the JAXMD team and stay for the fun!Don't meet every single requirement of this job? At HEI we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to still send in your information. You may be the perfect candidate for this or for other roles within our organization!We value U.S. military experience and invite all qualified military candidates to apply.CompensationTipped/Service Charge Eligible? YesDiscretionary Performance Bonus Eligible? NoOverviewAssist Banquet Manager in the preparing for banquet guests and ensure positive guest experience.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesCommunicate with supervisor throughout shift to be aware of the work.Set up all meeting rooms to the specifications of the guest. This includes considerable physical activity in transporting awkward and heavy materials such as staging, tables, chairs, dance floors, etc., from storage area to meeting rooms.Supply and replenish meeting rooms with clean glasses and fresh water.Break down all meeting rooms where meetings have concluded and return to storage closet so the room will be available to be reset for the next function.Maintain established cleaning schedule of meeting rooms and ballrooms so the rooms stay presentable at all times.Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.Qualifications and SkillsKnowledge of various types of equipment and set up styles used in the meeting rooms. For example: different table types (round, schoolroom, etc.).Ability to lift and move multiple tables and chairs and podiums weighing up to 100 lbs. through a crowded room with or without reasonable accommodation.This position requires considerable physical activity on a continuous basis throughout the shift for room set up and break down with or without reasonable accommodation.Ability to grasp, lift and/or carry, or otherwise move or push goods on a hand cart/truck weighing a maximum of 500 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation.Ability to stand for long periods of time with or without reasonable accommodation.Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences, such as effectively communicating with supervisors, coworkers, public etc.Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences, such as effectively communicating with supervisors, coworkers, public etc.BenefitsHEI Hotels and Resorts is committed to providing a comprehensive benefit program that offers you choices for your physical, mental and financial wellness, creating value in your most important investment - you!For your physical and mental wellness we offer competitive Medical and Dental programs through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as Vision insurance programs through EyeMed. Our Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs are available for you to rejuvenate with time off. HEI also provides pet insurance through the ASPCA. For your financial wellness, HEI provides a wide array of coverage, including Supplemental, Spousal and Child Life insurance as well as Short and Long-Term Disability plans. Our 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds, and discounts through our 'YouDecide' and Hotel Room Discount programs provide additional incentives for choosing HEI as the employer of your future. Specific details and eligibility of these programs vary by location and employment status.HEI Hotels and Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.