Event Staff Oakland

TemPositions Eden Hospitality; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

TemPositions Eden Hospitality in Oakland, CA is partnering with a premier conservation destination to hire Event Staff for roles including Catering Servers, Prep Cooks, Baristas, Bartenders, Bussers, Concessions, Retail Associates, Dishwashers, and Event Setup/Maintenance.

You will work at on-site events with a dress code; strong communication, customer service, and the ability to work weekends/evenings are required. Pay ranges from $18 to $30 per hour, depending on role.

Qualifications

• Professional appearance and attitude; dress code per role; staff must provide their own outfit—details shared upon selection
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work flexible shifts including weekends and evenings
• Experience in hospitality or food service preferred

Responsibilities

• Catering Server: Serve plated, passed, or banquet-style meals; ensure guests receive a polished dining experience
• Prep Cook / Cook – Concessions: Prepare ingredients, support kitchen flow, maintain food safety
• Barista / Bartender: Prepare beverages and provide exceptional service
• Customer Service / Retail / Concessions: Assist guests, handle transactions, maintain cleanliness
• Dishwasher: Support kitchen and event operations

Skills

Strong communication

Customer service

Flexible shifts

Job description

Title:Event Staff – Catering & Hospitality

Location:Oakland, CA

Description:
TemPositions is excited to partner with a premier Oakland conservation and nature destination for upcoming special events. We are seeking professional individuals for roles including Catering Servers, Prep Cooks, Bartenders, Baristas, Bussers, Concessions, Retail Associates, Dishwashers, and Event Setup/Maintenance.

Responsibilities (by role):

Catering Server:Serve plated, passed, or banquet-style meals; ensure guests receive a polished dining experience.

Prep Cook / Cook – Concessions:Prepare ingredients, support kitchen flow, maintain food safety.

Barista / Bartender:Prepare beverages and provide exceptional service.

Customer Service / Retail / Concessions:Assist guests, handle transactions, maintain cleanliness.

Dishwasher:Support kitchen and event operations.

Requirements:

• Professional appearance and attitude (please note: our client has a required dress code for each role; staff must provide their own outfit—details shared upon selection)
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work flexible shifts including weekends and evenings
• Experience in hospitality or food service preferred

Pay Range:$18–$30/hr depending on role

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.