Banquets Setup - The National

Coury Hospitality•Oklahoma City, OK

About The Position

The Banquet Set-Up role prepares, services, and maintains meeting and banquet spaces so events are set according to Banquet Event Orders (BEOs), function sheets, diagrams, and instructions. The role involves setting and moving furniture and equipment, preparing rooms and supplies, keeping event and storage areas clean, and adapting to changes in event requirements. It also provides courteous guest service and works closely with Banquet Management, Banquet Captains, Sales/Catering, and fellow Curators to support successful events.

Requirements

Ability to read and follow Banquet Event Orders, function sheets, diagrams, and written or verbal instructions.
Ability to communicate effectively with management, coworkers, and guests.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and adjust priorities based on event needs.
Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a team environment.
Willingness to learn new procedures, equipment, and event setup techniques.
Ability and willingness to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on business needs.
Maintain a neat, clean, and professional appearance and follow grooming and uniform standards.
Ability to stand and walk for up to eight hours during a shift.
Ability to frequently lift or move items weighing up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift or move items weighing up to 75 pounds.
Ability to regularly push and pull carts and equipment weighing up to 250 pounds.
Ability to frequently stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, bend, and reach at shoulder level and below the waist, and occasionally reach above the head.
Ability to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, operate, and manipulate necessary equipment.
Ability to safely move furniture, equipment, supplies, and other banquet items while following proper safety procedures.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where event schedules, room setups, and guest needs may change quickly.

Nice To Haves

Previous banquet, events, hospitality, hotel, restaurant, or service experience.
Previous experience with banquet set-up, event operations, or furniture and equipment movement.

Responsibilities

Set up tables, chairs, podiums, staging, risers, dance floors, signs, decorations, and other banquet equipment according to event specifications.
Read and follow Banquet Event Orders (BEOs), function sheets, diagrams, and written or verbal instructions.
Prepare meeting rooms and banquet spaces, including vacuuming and cleaning walls, windows, mirrors, and other areas according to company standards.
Pick up and deliver equipment and supplies to scheduled event spaces.
Safely transport, set up, break down, and store tables, chairs, and other banquet equipment.
Review daily calendars and event function sheets and adjust room setups based on changes or instructions from Banquet Management and Sales/Catering.
Refresh meeting rooms with linens, meeting pads, pens, pencils, candy, and other supplies as needed.
Keep service corridors, pre-function areas, meeting spaces, and storage areas clean, organized, and ready for the next event.
Service meeting rooms during events by removing trash, dirty dishes, glasses, cups, and linens.
Respond to unexpected spills, furniture moves, and last-minute event needs.
Perform basic equipment care and light maintenance and promptly communicate repair needs.
Interact with guests professionally, courteously, and with a service-oriented approach.
Work closely with Banquet Management, Banquet Captains, Sales/Catering, and fellow Curators to help events run smoothly.