Special Events Assistant

Pampas Picnics + Rentals | Event Design and Decor is an event design and decor serving the D.C. Metropolitan Area, New York, New Jersey, and Delaware. We provide bespoke clients with custom budget proposals and complimentary custom look books, utilizing our background in macro event and wedding planning across the D.C. Metro Area. Our team is dedicated to curating intimate luxe niche events and gatherings that are within reach.

We work for our clients' experiences to be (pampas) perfect, from start to finish. We know that experience starts early in the process as we try to offer as much information online with transparent pricing and expectations, and we’re here to answer questions for all of our clients to walk them through their unique concepts.

This is a role for Summer Event Assistants. Our Summer Event Assistants (four hired per season) will be responsible for assisting in various tasks associated with the event day operations. This is a hybrid role, with primary virtual work outside of event days to prepare for our event days, with on-site events assistance, pre-event prep, and post-event wrap-up. This is a committed 6-month role, with opportunity to extend.

This is a fractional contract role. We provide an orientation period and shadowing opportunities, so that you can ensure this role is the right fit before we enter peak season. Our orientation period will occur from March through early April, where you have the opportunity to learn the in's and out's of the Pampas business model, and shadow for select events.

Our season, alongside your 6-month contract, begins when our season kicks off mid-April.

We are looking for diligent event coordinators to help with event design and event set-up for intimate events such as picnics in our local D.C. market that includes:
Georgetown, Arlington, Alexandria, and Northern Virginia wineries, alongside local residences in Montgomery and Prince George's County, as well. This position is ideal for someone who can work independently, with an eye for aesthetics, and an eagerness to grow and learn.

• Customer service and communication skills
• Event planning and event management skills
• Ability to work in the elements (heat and rain)
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Valid Driver's License
• Personable and accommodating attitude
• Ability to be on-site 3-4 hours prior to events and/or 45-90 minutes after events
• Ability to independently facilitate a setup and/or breakdown
• Ability to log inventory for damages, replacements, fixes
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks
• Ability to pack and deliver client rentals
• Strong attention to detail
• Experience in event planning or hospitality is a plus
• Fine dining experience or knowledge
• Open to opportunities to take on larger projects (weddings, baby showers, indoor events, etc.)
• Motivation to learn and grow, and to be crafty, creative, and work with your hands