Banquet Houseperson (Part-Time) | The Rally Hotel

About the Role

The Banquet Houseperson is responsible for the setup, maintenance, refresh, and breakdown of banquet and meeting spaces in accordance with event orders and company standards. This position plays a key role in ensuring banquet functions are executed efficiently, safely, and professionally while maintaining cleanliness and organization throughout all event spaces and service areas.

Responsibilities

• Set banquet rooms according to Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) and event diagrams.
• Arrange tables, chairs, linens, staging, bars, buffets, and other banquet equipment.
• Ensure meeting and event spaces are properly prepared prior to guest arrival.
• Refresh meeting rooms throughout events, including replenishing water stations, coffee stations, ice, and supplies.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of banquet rooms, hallways, storage areas, and service stations.
• Assist banquet servers, captains, and managers with operational needs during events.
• Perform timely and safe breakdown of banquet rooms and event spaces following function completion.
• Return equipment, tables, chairs, and supplies to designated storage areas in an organized manner.
• Assist with room flips and reset spaces for upcoming events.
• Remove trash, linens, dishes, and event materials from banquet areas.
• Follow all safety and sanitation procedures while handling equipment and completing event setups/breakdowns.
• Ensure all banquet spaces meet company presentation and cleanliness standards.
• All other duties as assigned, requested, or deemed necessary by management.

Requirements

• No formal education needed.
• Prior housekeeping experience desirable.
• Ability to follow Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) and room diagrams.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with guests, managers, and team members.
• Basic understanding of banquet operations and event setup procedures preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Physical Demands

• Strength & Lifting: Frequently lifting and moving heavy, awkward equipment like staging, dance floors, podiums, and heavy banquet tables. Routinely expected to lift or carry items weighing anywhere from 50 to 80 pounds, with some roles requiring the ability to push/pull carts weighing up to 100 pounds.
• Mobility & Stamina: Constant movement, standing, and walking continuously for the duration of an 8-10 hour shift. Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, twisting, and reaching (both above the shoulders and below the knees) to arrange furniture, drape tables, and clean floors. Frequent navigation through crowded back-of-house hallways, kitchens, and large event rooms.
• Environment: Inside 80% of an 8-hour shift.

Benefits

• Paid sick time and paid leave.
• Eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) program with up to 4% employer match, meeting safe harbor requirements and no vesting period.
• Calm Health Application Subscription.
• Employee assistance program.
• Eligible to purchase Pet Insurance.
• Great discounts on Hotels, Restaurants, and more.
• Eligible to participate in the Employee Referral Bonus Program (up to $1,000 per referral).

Pay

USD $20.00 - USD $20.00 per hour.