Event Staff - Registration / Setup / Festival Operations

Location: Miami, FL – Overtown / 9th Street Pedestrian Mall near the Historic Lyric Theater
Job Type: Temporary / Event-Based / Part-Time
Compensation:
$16.00 per hour
Day-rate shifts available:

• Friday, March 27, 2026 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM | $128
• Friday, March 27, 2026 | 5:00 PM - 1:00 AM | $128
• Friday, March 27, 2026 | 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM | $128
• Saturday, March 28, 2026 | 2:00 AM - 8:00 AM | $96
• Saturday, March 28, 2026 | 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM | $160
• Saturday, March 28, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM | $96

Job Overview
Immediate event staffing opportunity for this weekend. We are hiring dependable event staff for the People’s Choice BBQ Cook-Off in Miami/Overtown. Shifts begin Friday, March 27, 2026, so we are interviewing right away and looking for candidates who can commit quickly, communicate well, and work professionally in a live event environment.

This is a great fit for candidates with experience in events, hospitality, festivals, guest services, brand activations, street team work, catering support, venue support, or general event operations.

Candidates hired for this event may be considered for additional future events throughout South Florida, with pay rates that vary depending on the event type and responsibility level.

Parking will be provided for all staff working this event.

Positions/Functions Needed

We are hiring staff to support the following event functions:

Registration / Guest Check-In

• Welcome attendees in a friendly and professional manner
• Check guest registration and assist with entry flow
• Help direct attendees to event areas and answer basic event questions
• Maintain an organized and efficient check-in area

Cook Team Monitor / Competition Support

• Monitor assigned cook team areas throughout the event
• Serve as an on-site point of contact for basic operational needs
• Help communicate timing, event procedures, and staff updates
• Observe activity and report issues to event leadership promptly
• Support a fair, organized, and professional event environment

Event Operations / Run of Show Support

• Assist event leadership with overall event flow
• Help maintain timing and movement between scheduled activities
• Support guest wayfinding, vendor coordination, and issue escalation
• Provide general operational support where needed during live event hours

Setup / Breakdown Crew

• Assist with event setup, placement of materials, signage, tables, and general prep
• Support overnight/early morning operational needs as assigned
• Assist with post-event breakdown, packing, cleanup, and load-out
• Help maintain a safe and orderly work area

What We’re Looking For

• Reliable and punctual
• Able to work outdoors in an active event environment
• Comfortable standing and walking for extended periods
• Able to follow direction and communicate clearly
• Professional, alert, and customer-service oriented
• Able to stay calm and helpful in a fast-paced setting
• Event, hospitality, festival, venue, street team, brand ambassador, or guest services experience is a plus

Additional Requirements

• Must be available for one or more listed shifts
• Must arrive on time and ready to work
• Black or dark, clean, professional event attire may be required
• Some positions may require late-night, overnight, or early-morning availability
• Must have a strong work ethic and team attitude

Interview Schedule - Apply Quickly

We are moving fast and scheduling 15-minute interviews immediately.

Interview availability:
Wednesday, March 25, 2026: 9:00 AM - 11:15 AM and 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Thursday, March 26, 2026: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Because the first shift begins Friday, March 27, 2026, qualified candidates should apply as soon as possible for immediate consideration.

To apply, please send:

• Your full name
• Best phone number
• Relevant event or customer-facing experience
• Which shift(s) you are available to work

Future Opportunities:

We staff multiple community events, festivals, and activations.
Pay varies per event based on role complexity, location, and hours.

About Clarke Smart Solutions
Clarke Smart Solutions is an event development and management company supporting large-scale community events, festivals, corporate activations, and municipal programs across South Florida. We are expanding our roster of reliable, professional event staff for ongoing and upcoming events.

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary

Pay: From $16.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

• Do you have reliable transportation to and from the event location?
• Do you have experience working events, customer service, registration, or crowd management?
• Are you able to stand for extended periods and work outdoors?
• Are you 18 years of age or older and legally authorized to work in the United States?
• Are you comfortable being assigned to any of the following roles: registration, line control, guest support, or distribution?

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16