F&B / BANQUET HOUSEMAN

Marriott Long Island | Uniondale, NY

Position Summary

The F&B / Banquet Houseman is responsible for the setup, breakdown, and maintenance of banquet rooms, meeting spaces, restaurant support areas, and food & beverage events throughout the hotel. This position plays a critical role in ensuring events are executed efficiently, safely, and according to Marriott and Blue Sky Hospitality standards.

The ideal candidate is dependable, physically active, detail-oriented, and able to work in a fast-paced environment while supporting multiple events and operational needs.

Essential Responsibilities

Banquet & Meeting Room Setup

• Set up banquet rooms, meeting spaces, and event venues according to banquet event orders (BEOs).
• Arrange tables, chairs, staging, dance floors, podiums, linens, and other event equipment.
• Ensure room layouts meet client specifications and event requirements.
• Verify meeting rooms are properly equipped and guest-ready prior to event start times.
• Adjust room setups as needed during events.

Event Support

• Assist banquet staff during meetings, conferences, weddings, social events, and special functions.
• Replenish water stations, coffee service, and event supplies as needed.
• Deliver equipment, supplies, and food service items throughout the property.
• Respond promptly to requests from banquet managers and event teams.

Breakdown & Room Turnover

• Break down banquet rooms and meeting spaces following events.
• Remove tables, chairs, linens, equipment, and supplies.
• Prepare rooms for future events according to scheduling requirements.
• Ensure timely room turnover between functions.

Food & Beverage Support

• Assist restaurant and banquet teams with operational support as needed.
• Stock service stations and banquet storage areas.
• Transport food service equipment and supplies.
• Assist with buffet setups and banquet service preparation.

Safety & Facility Standards

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of banquet storage areas, meeting rooms, and service corridors.
• Ensure equipment is properly stored and maintained.
• Follow all safety procedures when moving furniture and equipment.
• Report maintenance, safety, or equipment concerns immediately.
• Comply with Marriott, Blue Sky Hospitality, and OSHA safety standards.

Qualifications

Required

• Ability to work flexible schedules including evenings, weekends, holidays, and overnight event setups.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced hospitality environment.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull heavy equipment and furniture.

Preferred

• Previous banquet, event setup, hospitality, restaurant, hotel, or convention experience.
• Knowledge of banquet room setups and event operations.
• Experience reading banquet event orders (BEOs).

Physical Requirements

• Frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, squat, and climb stairs.
• Lift and carry up to 75 pounds.
• Push and pull carts, tables, staging, and banquet equipment.
• Perform repetitive physical tasks throughout the shift.
• Work indoors and outdoors as business needs require.

What Success Looks Like

✔ Meeting and banquet rooms are set accurately and on time.

✔ Events run smoothly with minimal operational disruptions.

✔ Banquet spaces are clean, organized, and guest-ready.

✔ Equipment and supplies are maintained and properly stored.

✔ Team members and guests receive prompt support and assistance.

✔ Safety standards are consistently followed.

Schedule

This position requires flexibility and may include:

• Early mornings
• Evenings
• Weekends
• Holidays
• Extended hours during large conferences, weddings, and special events

Marriott Long Island is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing exceptional guest experiences through teamwork, service excellence, and operational excellence.