[header] How to be a banquet server [title] Set up the banquet hall by placing tables, chairs, and more. [step] As a banquet server, you'll be responsible for setting up before an event. This will include placing tables, chairs, and even decorations. 
In some cases, you'll have 2 or more hours of set up before guests arrive. [substeps] Most employers expect banquet servers to be able to lift at least 25 pounds (11.