Lead Houseman - Luxury Event Setup & Operations

Method Co; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Anthology Events, part of Method Co., in Detroit, seeks a Lead Houseman to oversee setup, breakdown, and maintenance of all event spaces. You will lead the Houseman team, ensuring strict adherence to BEOs, floorplans, and company standards to deliver luxury experiences behind the scenes.

This hands-on leadership role requires exceptional organization and stamina, with the ability to coordinate room transitions, supervise staff, and respond promptly to last-minute changes while upholding safety

Qualifications

• 2+ years of banquet, hospitality, hotel, or event setup experience required.
• Previous lead or supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience reading and executing Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) and event floorplans.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Ability to prioritize multiple events simultaneously.
• Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision.
• Flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and overnight room flips.

Responsibilities

• Lead all banquet and event room setups, flips, and breakdowns according to BEOs and floorplans.
• Ensure event spaces are fully prepared prior to guest arrival, including tables, chairs, staging, dance floors, bars, linens, décor, signage, and specialty equipment.
• Inspect each event space for cleanliness, functionality, and presentation before service begins.
• Coordinate room transitions throughout the day while maintaining strict event timelines.
• Respond quickly to last-minute event changes while maintaining high service standards.
• Supervise and lead Housemen during daily operations.
• Delegate assignments and prioritize workloads based on event schedules.
• Train new Housemen on setup procedures, safety standards, equipment handling, and service expectations.

Skills

Leadership

Time management

Communication

Event planning

Reading BEOs

Floorplans

Independence

Flexible schedule

Job description

Anthology Events, part of Method Co., in Detroit, seeks a Lead Houseman to oversee setup, breakdown, and maintenance of all event spaces. You will lead the Houseman team, ensuring strict adherence to BEOs, floorplans, and company standards to deliver luxury experiences behind the scenes.

This hands-on leadership role requires exceptional organization and stamina, with the ability to coordinate room transitions, supervise staff, and respond promptly to last-minute changes while upholding safety