Banquet Setup - Part Time

GOEBEL FIXTURE COMPANY; Freeport (ME); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with employer match

Employee discounts at participating},{

Job summary

Harraseeket Inn & Event House in Freeport, Maine, is seeking a dynamic Banquet Setup Team Member for a part-time role. You will prepare event spaces for meetings, conferences, weddings, and special functions with attention to detail and guest satisfaction.

The position requires ability to read event diagrams and follow BEOs, work 4–8 hours on your feet, lift up to 50 lbs, and work nights, weekends, and holidays. On-site duties, teamwork, and a friendly demeanor are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous hotel, banquet, or event-setup experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to read and follow event diagrams, BEOs (Banquet Event Orders), and manager instructions
• Ability to work in a high volume, fast-paced work environment while on your feet for 4-8 hours
• Excellent organizational skills and show initiative with ability to work well in a team environment
• Possess good communication skills
• Ability to stand and work in confined spaces for long periods of time with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to lift/push up to 50 lbs
• Ability to maintain a friendly, cheerful and courteous demeanor at all times
• Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays
• Have proficiency in the English language
• Must be able to work onsite at the location
• Hours required: Part time; 20-30 Hours per week for all Morning (AM); Afternoon (PM); Eveningshifts; Must be flexible; Weekends/ Holidays

Responsibilities

• Set up and break down banquet rooms according to event orders, diagrams, and company specifications.
• Arrange tables, chairs, risers, staging, linens, décor, and audiovisual equipment as required for each event.
• Ensure all event spaces are clean, safe, and guest-ready prior to function start times.
• Work collaboratively with Banquet, Culinary, and Sales/Event Management teams to ensure accurate and timely room sets.
• Respond promptly to manager and client requests during event operations, including quick turns and layout changes.
• Handle all equipment, storage rooms, and inventory safely and efficiently.
• Maintain facility standards by reporting repair needs, safety concerns, or equipment shortages.
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and safety guidelines in a corporate hospitality environment.
• Support overall hotel and event house operations with professionalism, teamwork, and exceptional attention to detail.
• Keep workstations and equipment clean, organized, and in good working order
• Perform any other job-related duties as assigned

Skills

Event diagrams reading

BEOs knowledge

Teamwork

English proficiency

Onsite work

Stamina 4-8 hours

Job description

• Location 162 Main St,Freeport, ME, 04032,United States
• Base Pay $20.00 / Hour
• Job Category Food&Beverage/Catering/Server

• Name Bridget Conley
• Phone [phone]
• Email [e-mail]

Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic, enthusiastic Banquet Setup team member to join our team at Harraseeket Inn & event House. This is a part time position located in Freeport, Maine. This role requires individuals who are detail-oriented, proactive, and committed to upholding our high standards of guest satisfaction, cleanliness, and service.

Summary

Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic, enthusiastic Banquet Setup team member to join our team at Harraseeket Inn & event House. This is a part time position located in Freeport, Maine. This role requires individuals who are detail-oriented, proactive, and committed to upholding our high standards of guest satisfaction, cleanliness, and service.

Work Performed

The Banquet Setup Team Member is responsible for preparing event spaces to company standards for meetings, conferences, weddings, and special functions. This role plays a key part in ensuring exceptional guest experiences by executing precise room sets, maintaining cleanliness and organization, and responding quickly to last-minute changes in a fast-paced, high-volume hotel and event house environment.

• Set up and break down banquet rooms according to event orders, diagrams, and company specifications.
• Arrange tables, chairs, risers, staging, linens, décor, and audiovisual equipment as required for each event.
• Ensure all event spaces are clean, safe, and guest-ready prior to function start times.
• Work collaboratively with Banquet, Culinary, and Sales/Event Management teams to ensure accurate and timely room sets.
• Respond promptly to manager and client requests during event operations, including quick turns and layout changes.
• Handle all equipment, storage rooms, and inventory safely and efficiently.
• Maintain facility standards by reporting repair needs, safety concerns, or equipment shortages.
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and safety guidelines in a corporate hospitality environment.
• Support overall hotel and event house operations with professionalism, teamwork, and exceptional attention to detail.
• Keep workstations and equipment clean, organized, and in good working order
• Perform any other job-related duties as assigned

Requirements

• Previous hotel, banquet, or event-setup experience preferred but not required
• Ability to read and follow event diagrams, BEOs (Banquet Event Orders), and manager instructions
• Ability to work in a high volume, fast-paced work environment while on your feet for 4-8 hours
• Excellent organizational skills and show initiative with ability to work well in a team environment
• Possess good communication skills
• Ability to stand and work in confined spaces for long periods of time with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to lift/push up to 50 lbs
• Ability to maintain a friendly, cheerful and courteous demeanor at all times
• Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays
• Have proficiency in the English language
• Must be able to work onsite at the location
• Hours required: Part time; 20-30 Hours per week for all Morning (AM); Afternoon (PM); Eveningshifts; Must be flexible; Weekends/ Holidays

Additional Preferred Skills/Qualities

• Second language is a plus, preferably Spanish or French

Compensation

$20 Hourly + Gratuity

• Optional 401k with employer match
• Employee discounts at participating hotels
• Option to sign up for on-demand pay with DailyPay
• Refer a friend – get paid extra when they join our team!
• Bonuses for name recognition and guest score
• Opportunities to grow – one of the fastest-growing hotel companies

Harraseeket Inn & Event House is a charming historic inn nestled in Freeport, Maine. Offering a blend of classic elegance and modern amenities, the inn provides a cozy and inviting atmosphere for guests. With its beautiful architecture, breathtaking gardens, and exceptional service, Harraseeket Inn is the perfect destination for romantic getaways, family vacations, and corporate events. Enjoy delicious cuisine at the on-site restaurant, relax in the tranquil surroundings, and explore the nearby Freeport shopping district.

About Giri Hotels

Headquartered in Quincy, MA, Giri Hotels owns and operates more than 50 hotels in New England.

We are a growing company that embraces change, maintains a service mindset, and prioritizes the 'big rocks' - our most impactful tasks and projects. At our core, Giri Hotels is a hospitality company, and all members of our team share a sense of cooperation and respect with our guests and one another.

You are right for the team if you are:

• Happy – nice to be around and friendly
• Humble – willing to learn
• Helpful – team player, always willing to pitch in, looking for ways to be productive

Giri Hotel Management has been recognized for its growth in the hospitality industry. We are proud to have achieved #23 on the Top Owners & Developers list and #55 on the Top Management Companies list in Hotel Business's annual rankings. These rankings, based on the annual revenues and number of rooms and properties managed, demonstrate our company's continuing expansion and growth.

Giri Hotels provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.