JOIN OUR TEAM: Wedding and Event Day Assistants

Looking to gain some "Behind the Scenes" exposure in the wedding and event industry, or just looking for a fun way to earn some extra cash? We're looking for Wedding and Event Day Assistants to assist with the set-up, execution, and tear-down of weddings and events on the day-of. 

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title:

Wedding and Event Day Assistant (Day-Of)

Position Type:

As needed (part-time) on the day-of weddings and events; weekends and some weekdays. (Contract Basis) 

Job Summary:

To provide excellent customer service to couples on their wedding day and individuals on their event day. To assist the Coordinator in the execution of weddings or events to make them successful. To assist with duties; such as: the set-up, design, and tear/break-down and clean-up of weddings and events. 

Assistant Hours:

A wedding or event day can be anywhere from 5 to 12, even 15 hours long. 

Compensation:

Wedding and Event Day Assistants are paid hourly at $10 to $14 an hour and are paid on the day of each wedding and event (at the end). Contract Position.

Experience:

Beneficial but Not Required (will train)

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to stand for long periods of time and able to lift heavy items (up to 25 lbs.).

Attire:

Professional, Conservative and Cute. No bra straps, cleavage or underwear showing. Wear uniform as required. 

Education: 

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Location: 

Houston, Texas and Surrounding Areas.

Qualities and Skills: (listed here)

Day-Of Assistants Role, Responsibilities and Duties Include, but are Not Limited to the Following:

• Help execute and Maintain the schedule and coordinating of weddings and events timelines. 
• Assist with lining up bridal party for the wedding ceremony and reception. 
• Assisting with and overseeing the correct set-up of the wedding ceremony and reception site.
• Set up of venue, including setting up tables, chairs, linens, centerpieces, table numbers. 
• Assisting VIP’s throughout the course of the wedding or event. 
• Directing guests to appropriate areas as needed throughout the evening (i.e. restroom, exits, parking, bar, etc.) 
• Greeting Guests, answering questions and assist them as needed. 
• Overseeing and assisting with Set up of wedding or event items according to coordinator direction (laying linens, setting up centerpieces, lighting candles, folding napkins, setting up chargers, etc.). 
• Tidying up and re-supplying bathrooms.
• Assist with wedding/event games and activities.
• Assist with tear/breakdown of venue and tear down of wedding/event décor items (i.e. linens, charger plates, escort cards, place cards, favors, chair covers, etc.) 
• Packing up client’s décor and gifts at the end of the night. 
• Wedding/Event design, including setting up escort cards/seating assignment, event signage and décor, guestbook, pictures, lighting candles, favors, etc. 
• Drop off items before wedding/event, such as welcome baskets or bags to hotels. 
• Assisting vendors with their set-up (i.e. caterer, musicians, and photographer). 
• Other duties as needed.

Other: Willing to help out at other industry events such as bridal shows and wedding and event workshops (a few times a year). 

*Absolutely No fraternizing with the quests, and No drinking alcohol while working.

We Offer: Wedding and Event Day Assistant (Day-Of)

• Flexible with Irregular Work Hours. 
• Excellent Hourly Rate. 
• $10 to $14 An Hour. 
• Friendly Team Environment.   

To Apply:

Candidates interested in applying should submit a Resume to 

Email: inquire@UniquelyYoursWED.com 

Please send all documents as attachments. 

Fax: 281-416-5707

No phone calls please. 

After reviewing resumes selected candidate's will be contacted, interviews will take place and selected applicants will be notified.

Please Note:

- No Experience Required (will train).

- Applicants must be 18 Years of Age or Older with a Drivers License and have Reliable Access to a Vehicle and is Comfortable Traveling all over Houston, Texas and Surrounding Areas (Pearland, Missouri City, Sugar Land, Stafford, Bellaire, South Houston, Pasadena, etc.). 

- Hourly rate will be dependent on level of work and/or experience.   

- We will accept resumes of individuals with no experience, but your first event will be an unpaid training/apprenticeship opportunity. 

- Contract Basis (as needed): Working schedule is dependent on our event calendar, with most events taking place on specific Saturdays. Periodically, events will take place on Fridays or Sundays.