Event Volunteer

We are looking for energetic, organized and professional Event Volunteers to help with some our major events in the summer of 2011. This position will be a temporary part-time position as the event load throughout the summer is varied. This position will offer the candidate a great opportunity to gain on-the-job experience at a number of weddings during the summer. The candidate will know the event schedule well in advance and must be available for all days that apply to the volunteer contract.

The event day can be anywhere from 4-8 hours long. This position is great for someone looking for volunteer or industry hours for school.  A letter of reference will be provided for completed hours. There will also be administrative and task-oriented shifts available throughout the week prior to any event (Monday-Friday 9:00-5:00).

Event Volunteer Requirements:

~Previous work experience within the hospitality or wedding industries

~Availability to work on weekends

~Post-Secondary education in the hospitality/event management area is an asset.

Event Assistant Responsibilities:

~ Assisting with the correct set-up of ceremony and reception site(s)

~Assisting guests with directions, event schedules, and any other questions.

~Assisting vendors with their set-up with regards to design, scheduling and floor plan.

~Overseeing and assisting with set up and tear down of wedding décor items.

Event Assistant Qualities:

~Resourceful – ability to come up with a creative solution to any problem that may arise

~Enthusiastic and Energetic – ability to make guests, clients and vendors feel welcomed

~Organized – have knowledge of the day’s activities and schedule, prepared for set-up

~Professional – appearance, attitude and communication to vendors, clients and guests

~Detail Oriented – exceeding standards set for client design and décor presentation

~Team Player – ability to work as a member of the Epic Events team

Please submit a resume and cover letter to [email protected]. This volunteer posting will be closed on March 31^st, 2011. Interviews will be held in April.