Banquet Houseman in Buford, Georgia at Islands Management Company LLC

A Banquet Houseman is a key operational role in hotels, convention centers, and event venues, responsible for the physical setup, maintenance, and breakdown of banquet and meeting spaces to ensure they are ready for events and meet contracted service standards JobDescription.org+1.

The Banquet Houseman executes event floor plans, arranges furniture, decorates tables, and ensures all equipment is in place before guests arrive. They also reset and clean spaces after events, maintaining a professional appearance and operational readiness InterviewPrep+1.

• Setup & Configuration: Arrange tables, chairs, risers, stages, podiums, and decor according to event orders and floor plans JobDescription.org+1.

• Equipment Handling: Transport and position furniture, AV equipment, and staging areas; assist with AV setup and sound checks InterviewPrep+1.

• Breakdown & Reset: Clear, clean, and store all furniture, linens, and equipment; reset rooms between events JobDescription.org+1.

• Cleanliness & Maintenance: Keep banquet rooms, hallways, restrooms, and public areas clean and presentable before, during, and after events InterviewPrep+1.

• Inventory & Storage: Maintain and organize banquet storage; conduct regular inventory of chairs, tables, linens, and supplies InterviewPrep.

• Coordination: Work with event managers, catering staff, and banquet captains to meet deadlines and handle last-minute changes InterviewPrep+1.

• Light Maintenance: Perform touch-up painting, window cleaning, carpet care, and other assigned upkeep tasks lamwork.com.

• Education: High school diploma or GED preferred; no specific formal education required JobDescription.org.

• Experience: Entry-level; some employers prefer prior customer service or hospitality experience Velvet Jobs.

• Certifications: Forklift or powered industrial truck certification may be required JobDescription.org.

• Skills: Attention to detail, ability to follow instructions, physical stamina (lifting up to 50 lbs), teamwork, and guest service orientation Velvet Jobs.

• Soft Skills: Communication, problem-solving, adaptability, and ability to work in fast-paced environments.

• Setting: Hotels, resorts, convention centers, and independent event venues.

• Hours: Often includes evenings, weekends, and holidays due to event schedules.

• Physical Demands: Lifting, moving, and arranging heavy furniture; standing for long periods.