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Event Staff – Weddings & Special Events
Company: The Gathering BarnLocation: Ashland, WIJob Type: Part-Time | Event-BasedPay: Competitive pay, based on experience
About The Gathering Barn
The Gathering Barn is a rustic-chic wedding and event venue in Ashland, Wisconsin, serving couples, families, and guests throughout the Northwoods. We are looking for experienced, reliable event staff who take pride in their work and enjoy helping create beautiful, successful weddings and special events.
Job Responsibilities
- Set up tables, chairs, ceremony seating, decorations, and reception areas according to event plans.
- Assist with wedding ceremony and reception setup and teardown.
- Prepare event spaces before guests arrive and reset areas after events.
- Clear tables, remove trash, sweep floors, and maintain a clean venue.
- Restock coolers, ice, water stations, and event supplies as assigned.
- Maintain clean and welcoming indoor and outdoor spaces, including patios and designated event areas.
- Assist with event cleanup and closing procedures.
- Follow instructions from venue management and coordinate with other team members.
- Help ensure events run smoothly, safely, and on schedule.
Qualifications
- Previous event, hospitality, banquet, venue, or similar experience required.
- Dependable, punctual, and professional.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to follow instructions and work efficiently in a team environment.
- Comfortable standing, walking, bending, and lifting tables, chairs, and event supplies as needed.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing event needs.
- Availability to work primarily weekends and evenings.
- Reliable transportation to and from the venue.
Schedule
Part-time, event-based shifts, primarily on weekends and evenings. Hours vary according to the wedding and event calendar, with additional opportunities during busy seasons.
Why Work With Us?
- Be part of memorable weddings and celebrations in the Wisconsin Northwoods.
- Work in a friendly, team-oriented environment.
- Gain experience at a unique wedding and special events venue.
- Enjoy a part-time schedule built around scheduled events.
How to Apply
Apply through Indeed. Please include your relevant event or hospitality experience and your weekend and evening availability.
We look forward to adding dependable, experienced team members to The Gathering Barn!
Pay: $90.00 - $120.00 per day
Work Location: In person
Salary : $90 - $120