Lead Banquet Houseperson

San Diego Mission Bay Resort•San Diego, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Lead Banquet Houseperson, you will have the opportunity to meet and interact with people from all over the world! Our Banquet team proudly showcases our meeting space and food & beverage creations through events that range from business meetings to weddings. The Lead Banquet Houseperson is a role in which you directly impact the guests stay and have the ability to create memories that will last a lifetime! The Lead Banquet Houseperson is responsible for overseeing the setup, execution, and breakdown of banquet events while ensuring exceptional service standards. This role leads the banquet houseperson team, coordinates event logistics, and ensures all meeting and event spaces are prepared according to specifications in a timely and professional manner.

Requirements

Previous banquet or hospitality experience preferred
Strong knowledge of banquet setups and event operations
Ability to lead a team in a fast pace environment
Ability to read and interpret Banquet Event Orders (BEOs)
Flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Refined verbal communication skills
Ability to stand for long periods of time
Ability to consistently lift, pull and push a moderate weight
Current Food Handler Card

Responsibilities

Lead and supervise banquet housepersons during event setup, service, and breakdown
Review Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) and ensure accurate room setups (tables, chairs, staging, linens, etc.)
Assign tasks and delegate responsibilities to team members based on event needs
Ensure all event spaces meet hotel standards for cleanliness, organization, and presentation
Coordinate with Banquet Managers, Catering, and other departments to execute events seamlessly
Monitor timelines to ensure setups and breakdowns are completed efficiently
Assist with moving, setting, and storing equipment, furniture, and supplies
Troubleshoot and resolve setup or service issues in real time
Maintain inventory of banquet equipment and report maintenance needs
Ensure compliance with safety, sanitation, and hotel policies