Banquet Setup & Teardown Associate

Position Type: Part-Time | Physical Labor / Event Setup

Schedule: 3–4 days per week | 8-hour shifts

Shift Start Time: 2:00 PM or 3:00 PM

Job Summary

We are seeking dependable, hardworking, and physically capable individuals to assist with banquet and event setup and teardown. This is a physically demanding, hands-on position that requires consistent heavy lifting, moving furniture, and preparing event spaces for banquets, weddings, conferences, and other special events.

The ideal candidate is reliable, energetic, detail-oriented, and comfortable performing physical labor throughout an 8-hour shift.

Job Responsibilities

• Set up and break down banquet rooms and event spaces according to event requirements.

• Lift, carry, move, and arrange tables and chairs.

• Assemble, position, and dismantle portable dance floors and stages.

• Move and organize heavy banquet furniture and event equipment.

• Clean, vacuum, and maintain banquet rooms before and after events.

• Ensure event spaces are properly arranged, clean, and ready for guests.

• Safely handle equipment and follow proper lifting procedures.

• Work efficiently with team members to complete setup and teardown within required timeframes.

• Perform additional event-related duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to consistently lift and carry 50 pounds throughout the shift.

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, push, pull, and lift for extended periods.

• Must be comfortable moving heavy tables, chairs, staging, and dance floor equipment.

• Ability to perform repetitive physical tasks during an 8-hour shift.

• Must be physically capable of working in a fast-paced, labor-intensive environment.

Qualifications

• Previous banquet setup, event operations, warehouse, or general labor experience preferred but not required.

• Must be dependable, punctual, and able to follow instructions.

• Strong work ethic and willingness to perform physically demanding tasks.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Must be available to work 3–4 days per week, with shifts beginning at 2:00 PM or 3:00 PM.

Important Position Expectations

This is not a food service position. The primary responsibilities involve heavy lifting, physical labor, event setup, teardown, and cleaning. Candidates must understand the physical demands of the role and be prepared to remain active throughout their scheduled shifts.