Banquet Setup Specialist

loewshotels; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellness benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off (Sick, Vacation, Holiday

Tuition reimbursement

Pet insurance

Team member hotel rates

Job summary

Loews Ventana Canyon Resort in Tucson seeks a proactive Banquet Houseperson to craft flawless event setups for weddings, meetings and social functions. You’ll work behind the scenes with banquet leaders and teams to stage spaces that impress guests from arrival to departure.

This fast-paced, hands-on role rewards detail, teamwork and reliability. You’ll set tables, arrange décor, monitor supplies and coordinate with kitchen and AV teams, while maintaining safety and guest-ready environments

Qualifications

• One year experience in a mid-high-volume banquet and/or restaurant within an upscale hotel or restaurant preferred.
• Ability to stand, walk, reach, stoop, bend and lift 100 plus pounds repetitively throughout the shift.
• Flexibility to work varying shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Execute room setups and breakdowns based on Banquet Event Orders (BEOs), including tables, chairs, staging, and décor.
• Ensure all furniture and equipment are placed accurately and safely for events such as weddings, meetings, and social functions.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in banquet and storage areas, ensuring readiness for future events.
• Perform regular inspections of event spaces before, during, and after functions to ensure quality and readiness.
• Assist with light maintenance of banquet equipment and report any issues to leadership.
• Respond to guest and team requests during events, including last-minute layout changes or additional setup needs.
• Monitor and restock banquet supplies such as linens, tables, and chairs, and communicate inventory needs to leadership.
• Collaborate with banquet captains, servers, and other departments (e.g., kitchen, AV, housekeeping) to ensure seamless event execution.
• Uphold safety standards and maintain a professional, guest-ready environment at all times.
• Regular attendance in conformance with standards.
• May be required to work varying schedules to reflect business needs.
• Required to attend all mandatory training sessions and meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Detail-driven

Team-oriented

Adaptable

Physically capable

Guest-focused

Job description

Loews Ventana Canyon Resort in Tucson seeks a proactive Banquet Houseperson to craft flawless event setups for weddings, meetings and social functions. You’ll work behind the scenes with banquet leaders and teams to stage spaces that impress guests from arrival to departure.

This fast-paced, hands-on role rewards detail, teamwork and reliability. You’ll set tables, arrange décor, monitor supplies and coordinate with kitchen and AV teams, while maintaining safety and guest-ready environments