Description
Requirements
Job Purpose:
The Banquet Houseperson plays a vital behind-the-scenes role in delivering exceptional event experiences, ensuring all banquet spaces are fully prepared, maintained, and restored with efficiency, precision, and pride. As the operational backbone of banquet service, the Houseman supports flawless execution by setting the stage for seamless guest experiences and maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness, organization, and readiness throughout every event.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Set up banquet rooms according to detailed event specifications, including table arrangements, chairs, staging, linens, dance floors, and décor placement.
- Prepare and stage buffet lines, beverage stations, and service areas as directed by event orders and management.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of all event spaces before, during, and after functions.
- Assist banquet servers and bartenders with clearing, resetting, and replenishing service areas as needed.
- Break down event spaces efficiently, including removal and proper storage of tables, chairs, linens, and equipment.
- Transport and arrange heavy banquet equipment safely and efficiently.
- Respond promptly to supervisor and banquet captain requests during events to ensure smooth operations.
- Support event transitions by resetting rooms quickly and accurately for multiple functions.
- Maintain cleanliness of back-of-house areas, storage rooms, and service corridors.
- Uphold Main Street Hospitality standards by ensuring every event space is presentation-ready at all times.
- Perform any additional duties as assigned by management.
Education & Experience:
- Previous banquet, hotel, or event setup experience preferred.
- Familiarity with banquet equipment, room setups, and event flow strongly preferred.
- Ability to follow detailed instructions and floor plans.
- Strong teamwork and communication skills.
Professional Characteristics:
- Hardworking, reliable, and guest-experience driven.
- Detail-oriented with a strong sense of pride in presentation and cleanliness.
- Positive attitude and strong team collaboration mindset.
- Able to remain productive and focused in fast-paced, high-volume environments.
- Flexible and adaptable to changing event needs and timelines.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to stand, walk, and remain active for extended periods.
- Ability to lift, push, and/or pull up to 75 lbs.
- Comfortable moving and assembling heavy equipment and banquet furniture.
- Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather and event conditions.
- Must be able to bend, stoop, reach, and perform repetitive physical tasks.
- Ability to work long shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays as business demands.
- Capable of safely operating basic banquet equipment and tools.
Work Authorization:
Must be eligible to work in the United States.
EEO Statement:
Main Street Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Main Street Hospitality Values:
- We are kind to one another
- We embrace change
- We invest in community
- We act with integrity
- We take responsibility for our actions
Acknowledgment:
I have read and understand the job description as stated above and accept that any of the tasks may be modified or changed. I accept responsibility for knowing the modifications and/or changes in the job description. I can perform the essential functions of this job as listed above, with or without reasonable accommodation.