Lead Banquet Setup & Events Manager

Sandestin Investments LLC; Miramar Beach (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort in Miramar Beach, FL seeks a hands-on Senior Setup Manager to lead our Banquet Setup team and deliver flawless event experiences across luxury venues.

You will supervise setup and teardown, review BEOs and diagrams, coordinate with Catering, F&B, Housekeeping and Engineering, manage staffing and inventory, ensure safety and resort standards, and drive exceptional guest satisfaction for weddings, conferences, and corporate events.

Qualifications

• Banquet setup or event operations supervisory experience required.
• Leadership or supervisory experience strongly preferred.
• Experience in large resort/hotel/convention center or high-volume event operation preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret BEOs, floor plans, and setup diagrams.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills; strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, coach, and supervise the Banquet Setup team, ensuring efficient and professional execution of all events.
• Oversee the setup, breakdown, and changeover of meeting rooms, ballrooms, outdoor venues, and other event spaces.
• Review Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) and event diagrams to ensure all setups are accurate and completed according to specifications.
• Coordinate closely with Banquets, Catering & Conference Services, Food & Beverage, Housekeeping, Engineering, and other departments to ensure seamless event execution.
• Ensure tables, chairs, stages, dance floors, linens, risers, podiums, audiovisual equipment, décor, and other event-related items are properly placed and maintained.
• Manage room flips and multiple event setups while meeting demanding timelines and deadlines.
• Conduct pre-event inspections to ensure rooms and event spaces are clean, organized, properly equipped, and guest-ready.
• Communicate changes or special requests to the appropriate departments and ensure they are executed accurately.
• Assign daily responsibilities and effectively manage staffing based on event volume and operational needs.
• Monitor team productivity, attendance, appearance, safety, and adherence to resort standards.
• Assist with scheduling and staffing for banquet setup and breakdown operations.
• Train employees on proper setup standards, equipment handling, safety procedures, and guest service expectations.
• Maintain an organized inventory of banquet equipment and report damaged, missing, or replacement items.
• Ensure all equipment is handled, stored, and transported safely and efficiently.
• Assist with moving and positioning heavy banquet equipment, furniture, and event materials as needed.
• Respond promptly and professionally to last-minute event changes and guest or client requests.
• Work closely with banquet leadership to resolve operational challenges quickly and professionally.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment throughout all banquet areas.
• Ensure compliance with resort policies, OSHA standards, and safety procedures.
• Lead by example and promote a positive, team-oriented culture.

Skills

Banquet leadership

Event operations

Hospitality supervisory

Communication skills

Time management

Team supervision

Job description

Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort in Miramar Beach, FL seeks a hands-on Senior Setup Manager to lead our Banquet Setup team and deliver flawless event experiences across luxury venues.

You will supervise setup and teardown, review BEOs and diagrams, coordinate with Catering, F&B, Housekeeping and Engineering, manage staffing and inventory, ensure safety and resort standards, and drive exceptional guest satisfaction for weddings, conferences, and corporate events.