Hospitality & Event Staffing

Flexible staffing for hotels, conventions, entertainment venues, banquets, guest services and high-volume events across Nashville, Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky.

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Hospitality & Events Staffing for Employers

Events don’t move. We provide dependable crews for setup, service and teardown, plus hotel and guest-services staff, so your event or property is fully staffed when it counts.

TA Staffing event staff checking guests in at a Nashville event entrance

Hospitality & Events Jobs

Event staff, banquet, setup and teardown, food service and guest services jobs with flexible schedules. Weekly pay by direct deposit or pay card.

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How We Staff Hospitality & Events

Here’s how we staff hotels, venues and events.

Event-Ready Crews

Setup, service and teardown crews sized to your event.

High-Volume Events

Large groups of workers for conventions, concerts, festivals and other big events.

Flexible Scheduling

Nights, weekends and one-day assignments, plus recurring shifts.

Hotel & Guest Services

Guest services, housekeeping and food service staff for hotels and venues.

Last-Minute Coverage

Short-notice help when headcounts change or workers call out.

Temp-to-Hire

Bring on seasonal or event staff and hire the best permanently.

Every industry we serve can choose temporary, temp-to-hire or direct-hire staffing.

How Hospitality & Events Staffing Works

01

Tell us what you need

Call or book a call. We learn the role, shift, pay rate, skills and your site’s requirements.

02

We recruit and screen

Our local recruiters find candidates and screen them for job fit and your requirements.

03

Orientation

Associates learn the job, schedule and your expectations before they start.

04

Assignments begin

Your new associates show up ready for their first shift, usually within 24 to 48 hours of your order.

05

We stay in touch

We follow up after the first day, run weekly payroll and backfill openings fast.

Hospitality & Events Roles We Fill

We place hospitality and event workers on flexible schedules, with weekly pay.

Event Staff

Setup & Teardown Crew

Banquet Server

Food Service Worker

Dishwasher

Housekeeping

Guest Services

Concessions

Hospitality & Events Job Descriptions

What the most common hospitality and event jobs involve, for employers writing job orders and for job seekers deciding what to apply for.

Event Staff

Helps with guest check-in, crowd flow, ushering and general event support.

Setup & Teardown Crew

Sets up tables, chairs, staging and equipment before events and breaks them down after.

Banquet Server

Serves food and beverages at banquets, receptions and catered events.

Food Service Worker

Prepares, serves and replenishes food in kitchens, cafeterias and concession areas.

Housekeeping

Cleans and refreshes guest rooms and public areas in hotels and venues.

Dishwasher

Keeps dishes, utensils and kitchen areas clean during service.

Hospitality & Events Pay Rates

Typical hourly pay for TA Staffing assignments. Actual pay depends on the employer, shift, experience and location. Updated November 2026.

Hospitality

Job title

Typical duties

Hourly pay

Banquet Server

Serve meals and beverages at catered functions

$17–$23/hr

$17–$23/hr

Bartender

Prepare and serve alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages

$18–$26/hr

$18–$26/hr

Food Service Worker

Prepare, portion and distribute food

$16–$20/hr

$16–$20/hr

Line Cook

Prepare menu items in commercial kitchens

$19–$25/hr

$19–$25/hr

Prep Cook

Prepare ingredients and assist kitchen staff

$17–$21/hr

$17–$21/hr

Dishwasher

Clean dishes, utensils and kitchen equipment

$16–$20/hr

$16–$20/hr

Housekeeper

Clean and prepare hotel rooms and guest areas

$16–$21/hr

$16–$21/hr

Hotel Front Desk Agent

Check guests in and out and handle reservations

$17–$22/hr

$17–$22/hr

Catering Attendant

Set up food stations and assist guests

$18–$23/hr

$18–$23/hr

Banquet Captain

Supervise banquet servers and event meal service

$23–$30/hr

$23–$30/hr

Hospitality ranges are base hourly pay estimates. Tips, service charges and gratuities may change total earnings significantly. These estimates assume conventional hourly wages rather than tipped minimum wages.

Event Staffing

Job title

Typical duties

Hourly pay

Event Setup Crew

Arrange tables, chairs and event equipment

$17–$22/hr

$17–$22/hr

Event Breakdown Crew

Dismantle and remove event equipment

$17–$22/hr

$17–$22/hr

Event General Laborer

Move supplies and assist event operations

$17–$22/hr

$17–$22/hr

Ticket Scanner

Scan admission tickets and direct attendees

$16–$20/hr

$16–$20/hr

Guest Services Attendant

Provide directions and assist event guests

$17–$22/hr

$17–$22/hr

Event Registration Clerk

Check in attendees and distribute credentials

$18–$23/hr

$18–$23/hr

Usher

Direct guests to seats and manage seating areas

$16–$20/hr

$16–$20/hr

Concessions Worker

Prepare and sell food and beverages

$16–$21/hr

$16–$21/hr

Event Logistics Crew

Coordinate movement of equipment and supplies

$19–$25/hr

$19–$25/hr

Event Crew Lead

Supervise temporary staff and coordinate assignments

$23–$30/hr

$23–$30/hr

What Does Hospitality & Events Staffing Cost?

Your rate depends on the position, the pay rate, the shift and how long you need help. Higher-skill roles and harder-to-fill shifts cost more than general labor.

Our rate covers recruiting, screening, onboarding, weekly payroll, payroll taxes and workers’ compensation, so you add people without adding headcount or paperwork.

Why Employers Choose TA Staffing for Hospitality & Events

Since 1986

Locally owned staffing in Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky

24–48 hrs

Typical time to fill an order

87%

Of associates still on the job after 30 days

100,000+

People placed with 600+ employers

Nashville and the surrounding area host events year-round. We’ve been staffing local businesses since 1986.

Offices Serving Hospitality & Events Employers

TA Staffing serves hospitality and event employers and job seekers across Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky from five local offices. Walk-ins are welcome Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM.

What people say

Rated 4.4 stars across 300+ Google reviews company-wide.

Frequently Asked Questions

What hospitality and event roles do you staff?

Event staff, setup and teardown crews, banquet servers, food service workers, dishwashers, housekeeping, guest services and concessions.

What hospitality and event roles do you staff?

Event staff, setup and teardown crews, banquet servers, food service workers, dishwashers, housekeeping, guest services and concessions.

How much do hospitality and event jobs pay?

Most hospitality and event jobs typically pay about $16–$26 an hour in base pay, with captains and crew leads at about $23–$30. Tips and service charges can add to total earnings.

How much do hospitality and event jobs pay?

Most hospitality and event jobs typically pay about $16–$26 an hour in base pay, with captains and crew leads at about $23–$30. Tips and service charges can add to total earnings.

Can you staff large events?

Yes. We recruit and schedule groups of workers for conventions, concerts, festivals and other high-volume events.

Can you staff large events?

Yes. We recruit and schedule groups of workers for conventions, concerts, festivals and other high-volume events.

Do you provide one-day or weekend staff?

Yes. We staff nights, weekends and one-day assignments as well as recurring shifts.

Do you provide one-day or weekend staff?

Yes. We staff nights, weekends and one-day assignments as well as recurring shifts.

What event jobs are available?

See current openings at jobs.tastaffing.com, or walk in to any of our five offices to talk with a recruiter.

What event jobs are available?

See current openings at jobs.tastaffing.com, or walk in to any of our five offices to talk with a recruiter.

How much notice do you need?

The more notice the better, but tell us what you need and we'll work to fill it, including short-notice requests.

How much notice do you need?

The more notice the better, but tell us what you need and we'll work to fill it, including short-notice requests.

Do I need experience for event jobs?

Many event, setup and dishwashing jobs are entry-level. Banquet serving may require prior experience.

Do I need experience for event jobs?

Many event, setup and dishwashing jobs are entry-level. Banquet serving may require prior experience.

Can I work weekend or one-day event shifts?

Yes. Many assignments are nights, weekends and one-day events.

Can I work weekend or one-day event shifts?

Yes. Many assignments are nights, weekends and one-day events.

What does hospitality and event staffing cost?

It depends on the position, pay rate, shift and length of the assignment. Our rate covers recruiting, screening, onboarding, weekly payroll, payroll taxes and workers' compensation. Book a call for a quote.

What does hospitality and event staffing cost?

It depends on the position, pay rate, shift and length of the assignment. Our rate covers recruiting, screening, onboarding, weekly payroll, payroll taxes and workers' compensation. Book a call for a quote.

Which areas do you serve?

Nashville, Smyrna, Lebanon, Columbia and Bowling Green, plus the surrounding counties in Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky.

Which areas do you serve?

Nashville, Smyrna, Lebanon, Columbia and Bowling Green, plus the surrounding counties in Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky.

TA Staffing logo

Full-service staffing firm offering Temporary, Temp-to-Hire, Direct Hire, and Managed Services across Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky since 1986.

LOCATIONS

Nashville, TN

1100 Kermit Dr Suite 105 · 615-366-1100

Smyrna, TN

599 Sam Ridley Pkwy W · 615-930-2933

Bowling Green, KY

2710 Nashville Rd · 270-904-6056

Lebanon, TN

346 S Cumberland Street · (615) 965-6625

Columbia, TN

1118 Nashville Hwy, Suite 200 · (931) 350-0020

© 2026 TA Staffing. All rights reserved.

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TA Staffing logo

Full-service staffing firm offering Temporary, Temp-to-Hire, Direct Hire, and Managed Services across Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky since 1986.

LOCATIONS

Nashville, TN

1100 Kermit Dr Suite 105 · 615-366-1100

Smyrna, TN

599 Sam Ridley Pkwy W · 615-930-2933

Bowling Green, KY

2710 Nashville Rd · 270-904-6056

Lebanon, TN

346 S Cumberland Street · (615) 965-6625

Columbia, TN

1118 Nashville Hwy, Suite 200 · (931) 350-0020

© 2026 TA Staffing. All rights reserved.

Privacy Policy

Terms of Service

TA Staffing logo

Full-service staffing firm offering Temporary, Temp-to-Hire, Direct Hire, and Managed Services across Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky since 1986.

LOCATIONS

Nashville, TN

1100 Kermit Dr Suite 105 · 615-366-1100

Smyrna, TN

599 Sam Ridley Pkwy W · 615-930-2933

Bowling Green, KY

2710 Nashville Rd · 270-904-6056

Lebanon, TN

346 S Cumberland Street · (615) 965-6625

Columbia, TN

1118 Nashville Hwy, Suite 200 · (931) 350-0020

© 2026 TA Staffing. All rights reserved.

Privacy Policy

Terms of Service