Join Our Team

Abella Weddings & Events is looking for a self-motivated, customer-focused Venue Manager to help execute our wedding and event functions. As a key representative of the venue, you will ensure the seamless operation of events and deliver an exceptional experience to our clients and their guests.

The Role

This is a seasonal, part-time position that offers hands-on experience in the fast-paced events industry. You will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the venue during events, collaborating closely with owners and event staff, and serving as the primary point of contact for day-of client needs.

Schedule & Availability

Our peak season runs from May through October, primarily with events on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays (occasional Thursdays). Our non-peak season, April, November, and early December, typically includes 1-2 events per weekend. The venue is closed from mid-December through March.

• Shift Structure: Most events require two managers: a Morning Manager and an Evening Manager.

• Shift Length: Shifts are generally 9–11 hours long.

• Overlap: Shifts are designed to overlap during key times like guest arrival and the ceremony, ensuring smooth transitions and maximum support when activity is highest.

  • Example: For a wedding with a 4:30 PM ceremony, a typical Morning Shift is 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, and the Evening Shift is 3:30 PM–1:00 AM.

• Required Availability: You must be available to work a combination of weekends, evenings, late nights, and/or some holidays during the season (April–November).

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Venue Operations: Execute opening and/or closing procedures (e.g., unlocking/locking doors, managing venue lighting, restocking restrooms).

• Setup & Teardown: Accurately set up tables, chairs, and rental items based on the event floor plan. Assist with basic clean-up and resetting of spaces (additional setup staff provided for larger events).

• Team Leadership: Supervise and direct event attendant staff to ensure all tasks are completed efficiently and according to schedule.

• Guest Experience: Provide exceptional, proactive customer service to clients, guests, and vendors; troubleshoot and resolve immediate on-site issues as they arise.

• Traffic & Safety: Assist with greeting guests and directing parking lot traffic. Work in coordination with security staff to monitor the property and ensure guest safety.

• Client Tours (Optional): If interested and available, conduct venue tours for prospective clients during weeknights or off-peak weekend days.

• General Support: Perform other duties as assigned by the owners to support the overall success of the event.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years of age.

• Proven self-starter with excellent problem-solving skills; must be a collaborative team player with a positive and confident demeanor.

• Ability to maintain a professional appearance and adhere to Abella's attire guidelines.

• Strong verbal communication and customer service skills.

• Must be consistently punctual and possess reliable transportation.

• Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to safely engage in physical labor, including standing, walking, bending, squatting, and lifting for 8–10 hour shifts.

  • Must be able to lift up to 60 lbs.

  • Comfortable and willing to work outdoors as needed.

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Join the Abella Weddings & Events team as an Event Attendant! You will work closely with our Venue Managers to ensure the property is immaculately prepared and maintained for a perfect wedding day experience. This is a hands-on role critical to the smooth operation and high-quality presentation of our venue.

The Role

As an Event Attendant, you are a key part of our operations team, focused on venue preparation, maintenance, and support during events. You will work to keep the property in its best condition, assist with event setup, and support the Abella team in readiness for current and future events.

Schedule & Availability

This is a seasonal, part-time position. Our peak season runs from the end of April through the end of November, with events on all Fridays and Saturdays, and some Sundays.

• Shift Structure: Typically, two Event Attendants are scheduled per event.

• Shift Length: Shifts vary, generally ranging from 2–8 hours (3–4 hours is most common).

• Setup Shifts: Opportunity for additional setup shifts during the week to prepare for Friday weddings.

• Required Availability: Must be able to work seasonally (April–November) and have availability to work a combination of weekdays, weekends, evenings, late nights, and/or some holidays.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Venue Readiness & Maintenance:

  • Work with the team to ensure all main spaces of the property are clean, organized, and in event-ready condition.

  • Duties include, but are not limited to: picking up trash, sweeping patios, washing windows, and light weeding/landscaping.

• Event Setup & Teardown:

  • Accurately set up rental items and place amenities (e.g., trash bins) across the property as needed for the event.

  • Assist with resetting the ceremony space for the next event or reviewing that spaces have been reset correctly.

  • Perform table and chair resets as needed for upcoming events.

• Facilities Support:

  • Clean, maintain, and restock guest restrooms throughout your shift.

  • Troubleshoot minor property, facility, and equipment issues, escalating major concerns to your supervisor (Venue Manager).

• Guest Support:

  • Assist guests with parking and provide helpful directional information upon arrival.

  • Proactively look for opportunities to exceed guest and vendor expectations for service.

Professional Responsibilities

• Service & Conduct: Maintain a professional, kind, and helpful demeanor in all interactions with event guests, vendors, and the Abella team.

• Teamwork: Positively represent Abella’s values and work collaboratively with Venue Managers and other staff.

• Safety: Operate light machinery (e.g., tractor, lawn mower, weed whacker) safely and as instructed.

• Policy: Exercise discretion at all times. Abella maintains a zero-tolerance policy for alcohol and drug use while working.

Qualifications

• General knowledge of cleaning, maintenance, and event teardown tasks (experience preferred).

• Must be a self-starter and problem-solver; a positive, confident, and collaborative team player.

• Must maintain a professional appearance and adhere to Abella’s attire guidelines.

• Must be consistently punctual and possess reliable transportation.

• Comfortable and willing to work outdoors as needed.

• Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to safely engage in physical labor, including standing, walking, bending, squatting, and lifting for 2–8 hour shifts.

  • Able to lift up to 60 lbs.

Apply Now!