Banquet Setup Manager at Goodwin Recruiting

Join the pre-opening team of a world-class luxury hotel debuting in Fall 2025 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. This exciting new property will feature more than 800 guest rooms, multiple dining venues, a rooftop bar, spa, and over 120,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting and event space. Be part of a leadership team responsible for creating seamless event experiences and setting the service standard for this extraordinary destination.

• Competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options

• Paid time off, holidays, and personal days

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match

• Employee wellness and fitness programs

• Discounts on dining, spa services, and future stays at sister properties

• Career growth and advancement opportunities within a luxury hotel portfolio

• Exciting opportunity to join a pre-opening leadership team and establish best-in-class event standards

• Minimum 4-5+ years of banquet, convention services, or event setup management experience in a full-service or luxury hotel environment

• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to train, coach, and motivate a large team

• Excellent organizational and time management skills to coordinate multiple events simultaneously

• Ability to work collaboratively across departments, including Banquets, Events, Culinary, and Engineering

• Proven ability to uphold and enforce event setup standards, safety practices, and presentation guidelines

• Hands-on approach with strong attention to detail and commitment to guest satisfaction

• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays based on event schedules

• Ability to stand, walk, and lift up to 50 pounds as needed for operational oversight

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Supervise all banquet and event setups, ensuring rooms and public areas are prepared according to function sheets and diagrams

• Inspect all meeting and banquet spaces before, during, and after events for cleanliness, presentation, and adherence to standards

• Manage setup and teardown operations, including tables, chairs, risers, linens, equipment, and decorative items

• Coordinate with Banquet Managers and Event Services to ensure event readiness and timely room turns

• Lead, train, and schedule the event setup team, maintaining high morale and productivity

• Oversee inventory control for event furniture, linens, and supplies

• Ensure safe handling and maintenance of all event setup equipment

• Communicate effectively with clients and internal teams to accommodate last-minute changes or special requests

• Maintain back-of-house organization, cleanliness, and safety standards

• Support the Director of Banquets and Event Services in all operational and planning functions

• Experience in pre-opening or large-scale hotel environments (500+ rooms or major convention facilities)

• Working knowledge of event diagrams, banquet setup software, or floor planning tools

• Proven ability to manage logistics for high-volume, back-to-back events

• Strong problem-solving and adaptability skills in fast-paced environments

• Commitment to developing and mentoring staff for long-term success