Set Up Staff - Convention Center

At Kalahari Resorts & Conventions, we don’t just create vacations—we craft unforgettable experiences. Home to America’s Largest Indoor Waterparks, our African-inspired resorts offer world-class dining, luxurious spas, thrilling entertainment, and cutting-edge convention centers that redefine hospitality. But we’re more than a resort. As a family-owned company, our Promise is simple: **Lead with Love**. This means caring deeply for our guests, associates, and communities—treating people like family, giving back generously, and creating spaces where everyone feels valued. Through our partnership with charity: water, we’re also committed to bringing clean water to one million people in Africa. **Set up staff - Banquets** Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is seeking a **Set up staff – Banquets**. In this role, you will be responsible for setting up, breaking down rooms, completion of all scheduled functions, proper upkeep of convention, meeting, banquet facilities, & equipment in an efficient & timely manner. As part of our leadership team, you’ll embody our Promise to **Lead with Love**—guiding, supporting, and inspiring associates while delivering extraordinary guest experiences. You’ll at all times be attentive, friendly, helpful, and courteous to guests, fellow associates, and management. **$16/hr** **Key Responsibilities** - General knowledge of the practices and procedures of a convention center, hotel conference services and/or banquet department - Needs to be a team player, willing to help anyone in the immediate area on a minute’s notice. - Must be detail oriented, a self-motivator, and able to work independently with minimal supervision. - Flexible and long hours sometimes required including weekends and holidays. - Needs to be a team player, willing to help anyone in the immediate area on a minute’s notice **** **What We’re Looking For** - We do require that you have the background consisting of 1-2 years of banquet/event set-up experience. - Banquet & Event Certification/Diploma preferred but not required. - A leadership style rooted in collaboration, respect, and service to others. - Must be effective in handling problems in the workplace, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary **** **A Sampling of Our Benefits** Our team enjoys a comprehensive benefits package, including: - Career growth opportunities with promotion from within - 401(k) matching, paid time off, and holiday compensation - Health, dental, and vision coverage for full-time associates - Employee appreciation events, discounts, and perks at all resorts - Education assistance programs to help advance your career **Be Part of Something Extraordinary** At Kalahari, we believe the best leaders **Lead with Love**—because love builds trust, inspires growth, and creates experiences that last a lifetime. That’s why we’re proud to be recognized by *Forbes* as one of America’s Best Midsize Employers, America’s Best Employers for Women, and by *USA TODAY* as the #1 Best Indoor Water Park. Here, careers thrive, innovation is encouraged, and every day brings new opportunities to create meaningful moments. Whether you’re delivering guest service, crafting memorable meals, or leading a team, your work makes a real impact. **|** Wisconsin Dells, WI **|** Sandusky, OH **|** Pocono Manor, PA **|** Round Rock, TX **|** Spotsylvania County, VA | **Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.**