Banquet Set Up Person - Houseperson

The Palms Hotel & Spa•Miami Beach, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Palms Hotel and Spa, Miami Beach, is an independent luxury beach resort focused on wellness, sustainability and personalized service. Our beachfront property features 247 guest rooms and suites, an extensive tropical garden and pool area with Tiki Bar, a spacious beach concession, and over 8,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting space for social and corporate events. The hotel’s signature eatery, Essensia Restaurant and Bar, delivers all-natural dining with a focus on locally and sustainably sourced ingredients. The Palms AVEDA Spa features holistic treatments influenced by ancient Ayurvedic philosophy designed to deliver a highly personalized experience. A member of Preferred Hotels and Resorts and Beyond Green, The Palms has been independently owned and operated by a European family for over 25 years. Known as Miami Beach’s premier destination for wellness and relaxation, a forerunner in sustainable hotel operations, an expert in wedding services, an authority in healthful eating and all-natural spa services, our hotel, restaurant and spa have won many accolades and awards. Enjoy a stable work environment in a professionally run hotel, where we help each other to flourish and grow. Come and be a part of The Palms family! JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for the setup, breakdown, and maintenance of banquet and meeting spaces to ensure all events meet hotel standards and guest expectations.

Requirements

Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Strong attention to detail and organization
Ability to follow instructions and complete tasks efficiently
Professional appearance and demeanor
Dependable and able to work under pressure
Basic English communication skills required
Ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural team environment
Show genuine care for all co-workers and guest(s)
Maintain a professional appearance and manner at all times
Continuous standing and walking for extended periods (up to 8–12 hours per shift)
Frequent lifting and carrying of banquet equipment up to 50 pounds unassisted
Ability to push and pull carts and equipment requiring 20–50 pounds of force
Transport banquet carts and equipment with capacity of 12–15 bushels
Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching (including overhead and minimum 2 feet outward reach)
Ability to climb stairs and maintain balance while handling equipment
Continuous use of hands and arms for lifting, carrying, and repetitive movements
Ability to remain stationary when needed for setup precision
Exposure to indoor and outdoor environments, including heat, humidity, and noise
Exposure to cleaning chemicals and physical work conditions requiring adherence to safety procedures

Nice To Haves

Previous banquet or hospitality experience preferred
additional languages a plus

Responsibilities

Set up and break down banquet and meeting rooms according to event specifications
Arrange tables, chairs, podiums, staging, and equipment
Maintain cleanliness of banquet spaces, including carpets, walls, and furniture
Set meeting rooms with water, glassware, pads, pens, and amenities
Assist with coffee breaks and event setups as needed
Vacuum and clean all assigned areas before and after events
Transport and store banquet equipment properly
Maintain organization of storage areas and equipment
Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors
Follow room layouts and capacity guidelines
Provide excellent guest service at all times
Follow all health, sanitation, and safety procedures
Adhere to hotel policies, including fire and security standards
Support sustainability initiatives as part of hotel programs
Perform other duties as assigned