Weekend Event Production Specialist

Gardens of Golden Gate Park; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Gardens of Golden Gate Park in San Francisco is seeking an Event Production Associate to support the execution of more than 100 events annually across the Botanical Garden, Conservatory of Flowers, and Japanese Tea Garden. This part-time on-call role requires weekend, night, and holiday availability and collaboration with Garden staff and vendors.

You will help ensure flawless event delivery, guest experiences, and protection of living collections and venue resources while maintaining safety and

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in event production, catering, hospitality, or a related field.
• Strong customer service and communication skills when working with coworkers, vendors, clients, and the public.
• Excellent situational awareness for risk assessment, and attention to detail.
• Availability to work early mornings, late nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours as required.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality required, with advance notice of anticipated tardiness or absences in accordance with Garden policy and applicable law.

Responsibilities

• Apply thorough knowledge of Garden policies and procedures to help ensure vendors, clients, and guests operate safely and in accordance with established guidelines.
• Monitor events and report activities or behaviors that conflict with Garden policies, safety requirements, or operating procedures to the Gardens' Duty Manager.
• Manage event equipment inventory and assist with the setup and breakdown of tables, chairs, stanchions, and other production equipment.
• Maintain the appearance, cleanliness, and readiness of event spaces, including performing basic janitorial duties as needed.
• Escort and direct vendor vehicles and personnel throughout Garden properties, ensuring safe access and adherence to site requirements.
• Demonstrate sound judgment, problem-solving skills, adaptability, patience, and a positive, professional, and collaborative approach to work.

Skills

Event production

Customer service

Communication skills

Availability for weekends/nights

Job description

Gardens of Golden Gate Park in San Francisco is seeking an Event Production Associate to support the execution of more than 100 events annually across the Botanical Garden, Conservatory of Flowers, and Japanese Tea Garden. This part-time on-call role requires weekend, night, and holiday availability and collaboration with Garden staff and vendors.

You will help ensure flawless event delivery, guest experiences, and protection of living collections and venue resources while maintaining safety and