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Event Operations Worker

Classic Event Center
Rapids, IA Full Time | Part Time
POSTED ON 10/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/7/2027

Job Summary

Classic Event Center is seeking a dependable, organized, and service-oriented Event Operations Worker to support daily venue operations, event preparation, setup, guest services, and post-event activities. This role works with event coordinators and venue staff to help ensure events are organized, safe, clean, and professionally executed.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with preparing event spaces before scheduled events.
  • Set up and arrange tables, chairs, decorations, signage, displays, and event equipment.
  • Prepare meeting, dining, reception, and other event areas according to event requirements.
  • Organize event supplies, equipment, materials, and service areas.
  • Assist with loading, unloading, moving, and storing event equipment and supplies.
  • Support event coordinators and venue staff with event-day operations.
  • Welcome guests and provide friendly, professional assistance.
  • Assist with guest check-in, seating, directions, and general event support.
  • Answer routine guest questions and direct concerns to the appropriate team member.
  • Support food and beverage service when assigned.
  • Monitor common event areas and help maintain a clean, organized, and presentable environment.
  • Restock supplies, beverages, utensils, guest materials, and other event items as needed.
  • Communicate maintenance needs, equipment issues, supply shortages, and service concerns to supervisors.
  • Assist with routine coordination involving vendors, caterers, event staff, and venue personnel.
  • Follow event schedules, venue procedures, company policies, and workplace safety guidelines.
  • Handle venue equipment, decorations, supplies, and customer property carefully and responsibly.
  • Assist with event breakdown, cleanup, packing, and storage after events.
  • Help return equipment and supplies to designated storage areas.
  • Support coworkers during busy events and changing operational conditions.
  • Perform other event operations and venue support duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Previous event, venue, hospitality, catering, facilities, or customer service experience is preferred but not required.
  • Friendly, professional, and service-oriented attitude.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to follow schedules, instructions, and established venue procedures.
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
  • Comfortable working in busy, fast-paced, and changing event environments.
  • Reliable attendance and punctuality.
  • Comfortable standing, walking, lifting, carrying, and moving event supplies as needed.
  • Ability to remain calm and professional when handling unexpected operational needs.
  • Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and event-based schedules when required.

Benefits

  • Full-Time / Part-Time opportunities.
  • Competitive compensation.
  • On-the-job event and venue operations training.
  • Supportive and team-oriented work environment.
  • Opportunities to develop event coordination and customer service skills.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
  • Hands-on experience in event center and venue operations.

About Classic Event Center

Classic Event Center provides a professional venue environment focused on event preparation, guest services, organized venue operations, and efficient event-day support. The team works together to help create clean, welcoming, and well-organized experiences for clients and guests.

Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 42.0 per week

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible schedule
  • Parental leave
  • Relocation assistance
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $24

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