Banquet Set Ups | The Morris Inn

University of Notre Dame; Notre Dame (IN); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Notre Dame is hiring a full-time Banquet Set-Up staff in the campus Hospitality department. You will prepare banquet spaces for events, ensuring details meet guest expectations.

Responsibilities include setting up meeting and dining rooms with equipment, delivering and organizing linens and glassware, and maintaining cleanliness and inventory. This role supports a mission-driven community on campus.

Qualifications

• Must manage time effectively with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication and listening skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods (up to 6 hours).
• Ability to move, lift and handle equipment up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Setting up meeting rooms, dining rooms and public spaces with equipment and materials (tables, chairs, linens, A/V gear, bars) as requested by client or manager.
• Gather supplies for banquet events and stage them prior to service.
• Empty trash from function areas and banquet service areas.
• Change linens and arrange for cleaning by linen service.
• Vacuum and dust as needed after functions in meeting rooms.
• Clean and mop storerooms, pantry, ballroom hallway and related areas.
• Transport food to banquet areas and remove dishes to the dish room promptly.
• Store equipment neatly and inventory materials as directed by supervisor or managers.

Skills

Time management

Communication

Stamina

Lifting

Job description

The University of Notre Dame is more than a workplace; it is a vibrant, mission-driven community where every employee is valued and supported. Rooted in a tradition of excellence and inspired by our Catholic character, Notre Dame is committed to fostering an environment of care that nurtures the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. Here, you will find a deep sense of belonging, a culture that prioritizes well-being, and the opportunity to grow your career while being a force for good in the world. Whether contributing to world-class research, shaping the student experience, or supporting the University’s mission in other ways, you will be part of a dedicated team working to make a meaningful impact on campus and beyond. At Notre Dame, your work matters, and so do you!

Job Description

The University of Notre Dame Operations, Events, and Safety (UOES) division is currently hiring for a full-time Banquet Set-Ups staff in our campus Hospitality department. The UOES division oversees the University's event management, hospitality, and customer service functions, while also supporting student life, academic initiatives, research activities, and annual milestone celebrations.

Banquet Set-ups

This role will play a crucial part in preparing our elegant banquet spaces for a wide range of events, from sophisticated corporate gatherings to joyous wedding celebrations, ensuring every detail is meticulously arranged to exceed our guests' expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Setting up meeting rooms, dining rooms and any public spaces as needed with the appropriate equipment and materials, including tables and chairs, linens, A/V equipment supplies, bars, and any other items requested by client or manager (i.e., Podium, Dance floors, etc)
• Gather supplies for banquet events including but not limited to plate ware, silverware, linens, and glassware and placing it in the banquet room for Banquet Service Staff prior to scheduled event
• Emptying trash from all function areas and banquet service areas
• Changing linen and putting it in the correct areas for cleaning by the linen company
• Vacuuming, dusting and any other cleaning duties needed after all functions in meeting rooms
• Cleaning and mopping of storerooms, pantry, ballroom hallway and any other area as directed
• Transportation of food to banquet service areas and removal of dishes to dish room in a timely manner
• Storing equipment and materials neatly in proper areas and inventorying materials as directed by Supervisor or Managers.

Qualifications

• Capable of managing time effectively with minimal supervision
• Excellent communication and listening skills
• Ability to maintain a standing position for extended periods of time (up to 6 hours at a time)
• Ability to move, lift and handle equipment, supplies and other objects weighing up to 25 pounds

Additional Information

Pay Rate: $17.50/hr

The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in employment. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and complies with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). We strongly encourage applications from candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity.