Event Staff
Event Staff Job Description
Position Title: Event Staff – Outdoor Wedding Venue
Reports To: Event Manager / Venue Coordinator
Job Type: Part-Time, Seasonal, Evenings & Weekends Required
Position Summary
The Event Staff team plays a critical role in creating an exceptional guest experience at our outdoor wedding venue. Staff members are responsible for assisting with event operations before, during, and after weddings and special events. Duties include directing guest parking, maintaining clean and organized event spaces, supporting bar operations, washing and organizing glassware, and assisting with event breakdown, including putting away tables, chairs, and other venue equipment. Successful candidates are dependable, hardworking, customer-focused, and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced outdoor environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Guest Parking & Arrival Assistance
- Direct guests to designated parking areas in a safe and organized manner.
- Monitor parking flow to maximize available parking space.
- Assist guests with directions and answer basic venue-related questions.
- Communicate with venue management regarding parking concerns or traffic issues.
- Maintain a welcoming and professional appearance when interacting with guests.
Bar Support
- Assist bartenders by restocking beer, wine, liquor, mixers, ice, cups, napkins, and other supplies.
- Collect used glassware and barware from bars, cocktail areas, and reception spaces.
- Keep bar areas clean, organized, and adequately supplied throughout the event.
- Transport supplies safely and efficiently as needed.
Glassware & Barware Cleaning
- Gather dirty glassware from reception and cocktail areas.
- Wash, sanitize, dry, and properly store glassware according to venue standards.
- Inspect glassware for cleanliness and damage.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization in dishwashing and storage areas.
Event Cleanup & Breakdown
- Clear tables of glassware, barware, and miscellaneous items during and after events.
- Break down event spaces after receptions conclude.
- Stack, transport, and properly store tables and chairs.
- Assist with removing decorations, linens, and trash.
- Sweep and clean event areas to prepare the venue for future events.
- Ensure all venue equipment is returned to designated storage locations.
General Venue Maintenance
- Maintain cleanliness of indoor and outdoor event spaces throughout shifts.
- Empty trash and recycling containers as needed.
- Assist with setup and cleanup projects as directed by the event coordinator.
- Support fellow team members in various event-related tasks.
Qualifications
- Previous event, hospitality, restaurant, catering, or customer service experience is a plus but not required.
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays during wedding season.
- Strong work ethic and positive attitude.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Reliable transportation and punctual attendance.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly.
- Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, push, pull, and reach frequently.
- Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, humidity, wind, and light rain.
- Ability to safely move tables, chairs, glassware racks, and event supplies.
Desired Skills
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced event environment.
- Organizational and time-management skills.
- Problem-solving abilities and willingness to assist wherever needed.
- Professional and courteous demeanor with guests and coworkers.
- Ability to follow directions and venue policies.
Working Conditions
- Outdoor wedding venue setting with both indoor and outdoor work areas.
- Fast-paced environment with high guest interaction.
- Evening and weekend shifts are required lasting until event breakdown is complete.
- Requires working late-night hours during wedding receptions
Compensation
- Minimum 16 dollars an hour
- Opportunities for additional hours during peak wedding season.
Our event staff are essential to delivering a memorable and seamless wedding experience. We are seeking dependable team members who take pride in hard work, teamwork, and exceptional service