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This role ensures the smooth execution of conventions and events while working with the Director of Sales to meet the hotel's revenue and guest satisfaction targets. Essential Functions and Duties:

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What is a convention worker?

Convention workers are individuals hired to assist with the setup, operation, and breakdown of conventions, trade shows, and large events. Their duties can include assembling booths, moving equipment, managing registration, providing customer service, and ensuring the event runs smoothly. They may work for event organizers, venues, or staffing agencies, and their roles can vary depending on the size and type of event. Convention workers are essential for making sure all aspects of an event are organized and executed efficiently.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a convention worker, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Convention Worker, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and physical stamina, often with a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with event management software, audio-visual equipment, and basic safety protocols is typically expected. Excellent communication, teamwork, and customer service skills help create a positive experience for attendees and support smooth event operations. These abilities are crucial for efficiently handling fast-paced environments, ensuring safety, and delivering successful events.

What are the most common challenges faced by convention workers during large-scale events?

Convention workers often encounter challenges such as managing high attendee volumes, adapting to rapidly changing schedules, and coordinating with multiple vendors and teams. The fast-paced environment requires excellent communication and problem-solving skills to handle unexpected issues, like last-minute changes or technical difficulties. Staying organized and maintaining a positive attitude helps ensure smooth event operations and a rewarding experience for both staff and attendees.

What is the difference between Convention Worker vs Event Staff?

AspectConvention WorkerEvent Staff
CredentialsMay require basic customer service or event-related certificationsOften similar, with some roles requiring specific certifications (e.g., crowd control)
Work EnvironmentConvention centers, trade shows, exposVaries widely: concerts, festivals, corporate events
Employer & IndustryConvention centers, event management companiesEvent planning companies, venues, or clients
Search & Comparison IntentPeople comparing roles in event and convention settingsIndividuals exploring different types of event-related jobs

Convention Workers primarily operate in convention centers during trade shows and expos, focusing on attendee assistance and logistics. Event Staff have a broader scope, working at various events like concerts or festivals. While both roles involve customer service and event support, Convention Workers are specialized for conventions, whereas Event Staff cover a wider range of event types.

What cities are hiring for Convention Worker jobs?

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Title Concessions Line Worker | Part-Time | Atlantic City Convention Center

Atlantic City, NJ • On-site

Iowa Events Center
Real Estate • 11 - 50 employees
Learn more about Iowa Events Centerexternal

$19/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 10 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Assist in the preparation, staging, and stocking of food and beverage items within the concession location.

  • Interact with guests, respond to their requests or concerns, and handle transactions at self-checkout areas, including cash handling when needed.

  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of the workspace, including disposal of garbage and cleaning dishes.

Job description

Concessions Line Worker | Part-Time | Atlantic City Convention Center
Location US-NJ-Atlantic City
Job Post Information* : Posted Date 8 months ago(1/7/2026 9:58 AM)
Job ID 2026-28164
Location Name Atlantic City Convention Center
Category Customer Service / Support
Type Regular Part-Time
Location : Location US-NJ-Atlantic City
Job Post Information* : External Company Name Oak View Group
Job Post Information* : External Company URL https://www.oakviewgroup.com/
Location : Postal Code 08401
Location : Address One Convention Boulevard
Job Post Information* : Post End Date 12/31/2026
Oak View Group

Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015, the company serves a collection of seven world-class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions, spanning four continents. 

Position Summary

The Concessions Stand Attendant assists in the preparation and staging of all food & beverage items within assigned location. Ensures quality of food presentation. Additionally, they will be interacting with guests and providing assistance in all transaction at self-checkout areas and on occasion could have cash handling duties where needed. 

This role will pay an hourly rate of $19.00 (per CBA).

Benefits as per the union agreement.

EVERGREEN ROLE: Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis; there is no application deadline.

About the Venue

Atlantic City Convention Center & Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall is a multi-purpose facility located on the iconic Atlantic City Boardwalk and features the 141,000-square-foot main arena with a capacity of 14,770 seats as well as the 23,100-square-foot Adrian Phillips Theater with a capacity of 3,200. Constructed in 1929 as the country's original convention center, Boardwalk Hall has dazzled guests and residents of Atlantic City.

Responsibilities
  • Assists in ensuring all food & beverage products are fully stocked in designated location.
  • Ability to assist in building orders, preparing food, packaging food, and knowledge in all areas of concession operations.
  • Responsible for maintaining stock and supply levels and communicating to management of low-stock items.
  • Listening and responding to customer requests or concerns
  • Responsible for maintaining a clean and organized workspace including but not limited to disposal of garbage & cleaning dishes.
  • Serve beverages to guests including alcoholic beverages responsibly. Must check guest's ID in accordance with state/federal regulations to verify minimum age requirement for purchase of alcoholic beverages.
  • Maintains sanitation, health and safety standards in work areas
Qualifications
  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Must be 18 or over
  • Three or more months' experience in food service industry preferred
  • Previous experience in working with point of sales systems or computers
  • Excellent interpersonal skills & a friendly, positive attitude with co-workers, managers, volunteers & guests
Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference

At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis ("protected class") including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.

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