What are the responsibilities and job description for the Banquet Houseperson position at Sunriver Resort?
Join the Banquets Team at Sunriver Resort and be a part of the Top 100 Best Companies to Work for in 2026! The Banquet Houseperson is responsible for the physical set-up and turnovers of all banquet events. They will follow specific Banquet Event Orders to ensure accuracy for the set-up. The Houseperson will maintain the cleanliness and eye appeal of the banquet space. The Banquet Houseperson will assist in maintaining the AAA Four Diamond Standards.
The Banquet Houseperson will always conduct themselves in a manner which supports the Core Values of Sunriver Resort: Trust, Open & Honest Communication and Commitment. He/She/They shall strive to deliver exceptional service to all internal and external guests at all times. In this role, they are responsible for exemplifying the Sunriver Resort Culture and actively supporting our Vision and Mission to be the destination of choice for our guests, owners, and associates
Enjoy where you work!
EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION:
The Banquet Houseperson will always conduct themselves in a manner which supports the Core Values of Sunriver Resort: Trust, Open & Honest Communication and Commitment. He/She/They shall strive to deliver exceptional service to all internal and external guests at all times. In this role, they are responsible for exemplifying the Sunriver Resort Culture and actively supporting our Vision and Mission to be the destination of choice for our guests, owners, and associates
Enjoy where you work!
- Paid Time Off
- Free Golf and Recreation Rentals
- Complimentary and Discounted Stays across CoralTree Properties
- 50% Food & Beverage
- 50% Retails
- Free Employee Assistance Program
- 401(k) Matching
- And so much more!
- Maintains a commitment to customer service and guest satisfaction
- Provides general resort information for guests
- Resolves guest issues promptly and with great care and effectiveness
- Offers warm and sincere welcome/farewell for all guests of Sunriver Resort including use of guest name & good eye contact with each guest
- Maintains an up to date working knowledge of all resort amenities as well as any special events
- Prepares all banquet space prior to events
- Tears down all banquet space after events
- Follows Banquet Event Orders with strong attention to detail
- Maintains a strong knowledge of various types of set-up
- Assists the banquet servers/captains with clearing of tables as needed
- Assists the A/V team with setting up equipment
- Assists with all set-up functions to include setting silverware, draping tables, folding napkins and arranging centerpieces/décor
- Removes centerpieces/décor after events and stores appropriately
- Removes soil linens and stores appropriately
- Assists with transporting food/beverages to event location
- Attends appropriate resort, division and department meetings
- Maintains the cleanliness of banquet storage rooms
- Assembles dance floors
- Arranges buffets, stages and podiums
- Interacts with resort staff in a professional manner, assisting other departments with necessary information
- Up sells other resort services and amenities to guests
- Always maintains a professional demeanor and attitude
- Communicates all pertinent information to the banquets team
- Maintains constant awareness of safety issues, (i.e. broken glass, frayed electrical cords, leaks, broken locks and suspicious persons). Reports all safety incidents to on-duty supervisor.
- Ensures proper handling, cleaning and sanitation of equipment, china, glass and silver.
- Follows through on lost and found procedures. No articles shall be removed from occupied rooms. Absolute respect for guest property should always be exercised.
- Report any needed repairs immediately to supervisor (such as leaky faucets or toilets, loose tile, broken window panes, missing nuts or screws, etc.).
EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION:
- High school education required
- At least one year of customer service experience preferred
- Prior hospitality experience preferred
- Must have valid Oregon driver’s license and meet company driving standards
- Must possess valid OLCC card upon hire
- Must possess valid Food Handler’s card upon hire
- Must be able to work well under pressure
- Must be able to accurately follow instructions, both verbally and written
- Must be highly detailed orientated
- Must always ensure a teamwork environment
- Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include evenings, weekends and holidays
- Must be able to stand on feet and walk throughout the day,
- Must be able to frequently lift and carry up to 50 lbs.;
- Must be able to bend, squat, push, pull frequently;
- Must be able to perform simple grasping, fine manipulation, and repetitive hand & arm movements frequently, squeezing, overhead reaching occasionally