P/T F&B HOUSEMAN (2)- MARRIOTT LONG ISLAND

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.