Athletics Hospitality & Events Student Assistant FWS

Winthrop University; Rock Hill (SC); On-site; USD 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Winthrop University in Rock Hill, SC is seeking an Athletics Hospitality & Events Student Assistant (FWS). The role supports game-day hospitality and premium fan experiences, assisting with setup, service, and breakdown for Eagle Club members and guests.

This event-based position requires the ability to work evenings and weekends, lift up to 30 pounds, and operate in a team-driven environment. 15 hours per week, compensation around $10 per hour.

Qualifications

• Ability to work evenings and weekends on scheduled event days.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and remain on your feet for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Assist with pre-game setup of hospitality areas.
• Work alongside Chartwells and Athletics staff to ensure food and beverage service runs smoothly and efficiently.
• Help maintain hospitality spaces throughout events by replenishing food and beverages, organizing supplies, and keeping the area clean and presentable.
• Provide outstanding customer service to Eagle Club members, donors, sponsors, and premium seating guests.
• Assist with post-game breakdown, cleanup, and resetting of hospitality spaces.
• Support venue conversions between events, including setup and breakdown when volleyball and men’s basketball schedules overlap.
• Assist with general game-day operations and other event-related duties assigned by Athletics staff to ensure a first-class fan and donor experience.
• Perform light lifting and movement of tables, chairs, and event equipment as needed

Job description

Athletics Hospitality & Events Student Assistant FWS

Job Purpose

The Athletics Hospitality & Event Operations Assistant supports the successful execution of Winthrop Athletics game-day hospitality and premium fan experiences. This position assists with the setup, operation, and breakdown of hospitality spaces while providing exceptional customer service to Eagle Club members, donors, sponsors, and guests. This position is event-based and is scheduled only on select athletic event days, including all home men’s basketball game days, with additional opportunities during select volleyball matches and other special events as needed.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with pre-game setup of hospitality areas, including tables, chairs, signage, food service stations, and supplies.
• Work alongside Chartwells and Athletics staff to ensure food and beverage service runs smoothly and efficiently.
• Help maintain hospitality spaces throughout events by replenishing food and beverages, organizing supplies, and keeping the area clean and presentable.
• Provide outstanding customer service to Eagle Club members, donors, sponsors, and premium seating guests.
• Assist with post-game breakdown, cleanup, and resetting of hospitality spaces.
• Support venue conversions between events, including setup and breakdown when volleyball and men’s basketball schedules overlap.
• Assist with general game-day operations and other event-related duties assigned by Athletics staff to ensure a first-class fan and donor experience.
• Perform light lifting and movement of tables, chairs, and event equipment as needed

Qualifications

• Ability to work evenings and weekends on scheduled event days.
• Ability to lift and move up to 30 pounds and remain on your feet for extended periods.

Preferred Skills

• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Dependable, professional, and able to work effectively in a team environment.

Pay Rate

Pay Rate 10

Type of Position

Position Level Graduate or Undergraduate

Hours Per Week

Hours Per Week 15