Banquet Setup Supervisor - Full Time

Black Desert Resort; Ivins (UT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K with company match

Employee dining room

Paid time off

Exclusive resort discounts

Complimentary employee hotel stay program

Job summary

Black Desert Resort in Ivins, Utah, is seeking a Banquet Setup Supervisor responsible for overseeing event setups and managing the banquet area. This role requires ensuring event spaces are properly prepared and maintained, leading a team, and upholding guest experience and service quality.

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of event setup experience and strong leadership skills. The position offers a full-time opportunity with competitive pay of $17/hr along with comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of banquet or event setup experience.
• Strong knowledge of banquet event orders (BEOs).
• Ability to lead a team and manage multiple events.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and assist with setup and breakdown of all banquet events.
• Ensure compliance with safety and sanitation standards.
• Manage inventory of banquet setup materials.

Skills

Event setup procedures

Team leadership

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Job description

Overview

Black Desert Resort, located in the stunning landscape of Southern Utah, offers an ultra-premium hospitality experience with world-class accommodations, fine dining, golf, spa services, and exceptional event and banquet facilities. The Banquet Department is dedicated to delivering seamless event execution, ensuring impeccable setups and world-class service for a variety of functions, including corporate events, weddings, and private celebrations.

Job Summary:

The Banquet Setup Supervisor at Black Desert Resort is responsible for overseeing event setups, breakdowns, and overall banquet area organization, ensuring that all event spaces are properly prepared and maintained to the highest standards. Reporting to the Senior Banquet Manager, this role leads the banquet setup team, ensuring efficient operations, proper inventory management, and adherence to event specifications. The Banquet Setup Supervisor works closely with the culinary, banquet service, and event planning teams to ensure exceptional guest experiences.

Job Specifications:

Onsite: Black Desert Resort

Shift & Schedule Availability: Year-Round / Full-Time

Pay Rate: $17/hr plus portion of set up service charges. This is the pay rate we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

Why Join Us:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Health insurance, 401K with company match, employee dining room, paid time off, exclusive resort discounts, and complimentary employee hotel stay program.
• Luxury Dining Environment: Work in a high-end banquet setting, contributing to an exceptional guest experience.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement in food & beverage operations.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities Including, But Not Limited To:

• Supervise and assist with setup and breakdown of all banquet events, ensuring accuracy based on event orders (BEOs).
• Ensure all tables, chairs, linens, décor, staging, and equipment are properly placed and meet event specifications.
• Manage and lead the banquet setup team, providing training, guidance, and task assignments.
• Maintain an organized and clean banquet storage area, tracking inventory of tables, chairs, linens, and other setup materials.
• Conduct quality checks before events to ensure proper setup, cleanliness, and readiness of function spaces.
• Communicate with the banquet service and culinary teams to ensure seamless event transitions.
• Monitor event timelines to ensure setup and breakdown meet resort standards and client expectations.
• Uphold safety and sanitation standards, ensuring compliance with OSHA and resort policies.
• Support large-scale and high-profile events, ensuring that all setup details align with luxury service expectations.
• Address last‑minute changes, modifications, and special requests, ensuring guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of banquet or event setup experience, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role preferred.
• Strong knowledge of banquet event orders (BEOs), event setup procedures, and banquet service standards.
• Ability to lead a team, delegate tasks, and ensure quality control in fast‑paced event settings.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple events simultaneously.
• Excellent problem‑solving and communication skills, ensuring effective collaboration between banquet and event teams.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays, based on event schedules.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for extended periods, and move heavy furniture and equipment.
• Previous experience in luxury hospitality or resort event operations is a plus.