Banquet Set Up

Job DetailsJob Location: Lied Lodge - Nebraska City, NE 68410Position Type: Part TimeDoes the opportunity to devote your talents to a cause much greater than yourself excite you? At Arbor Day Farm, you don’t just show up to work — you help create experiences rooted in purpose, service, and impact. Life is short, love where you work. 
 
As one of the world’s largest conservation organizations, the Arbor Day Foundation inspires people to plant, nurture, and celebrate trees. Through Arbor Day Farm, Lied Lodge, Tree Adventure, and our historic properties, we bring that mission to life — welcoming guests to experience conservation firsthand. 
 
Join Arbor Day Farm as Banquet Set Up and help create meaningful guest experiences while advancing the Foundation’s mission right here in Nebraska City. 

Your Support System: You’ll report to our Event Set Up Manager. 
You’ll collaborate with leaders and team members across the property, including Sales and Banquets. 
 
We believe in servant leadership, open communication, and growing talent from within. 

How We Work: Location: Nebraska City, Nebraska – Arbor Day Farm Campus 
Schedule: Part-Time; flexible weekday and weekend availability 
 
Our campus is guest-centered and hospitality-driven. Many roles require flexibility to support weddings, conferences, seasonal festivals, and signature events. We work hard, support each other, and believe if we’re going to do something — it’s worth doing well. 

What You’ll Do: 

Work with a team. Be part of creating a fun work environment with teamwork at the forefront of creating amazing guest experiences.
Explore environments. Create and set the stage in multiple venues, both inside and outside, no two days are the same!
Set up and tear down events. Move quickly to maneuver equipment in a fast-paced environment.
Problem solve. Work to ensure video and audio equipment is set up and working properly throughout the event, troubleshooting any issues.

What You’ll Bring:

Passion for hospitality, service, and the Foundation’s mission 
Team-first mindset
Strong communication skills 
Ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment 
Commitment to high standards — because good enough is not good enough 

What Success Looks Like:  

​​​​Guests feel welcomed, valued, and cared for.
Set up event spaces accurately and on time.
Follow diagrams and instructions with attention to detail.
Operations run safely and efficiently.
Team members feel supported and empowered.
You contribute to a culture rooted in kindness, collaboration, and excellence.

Love Where You Work: Benefits & Perks: 

We’re in this together. A culture focused on kindness, collaboration, and doing what’s right.
We invest in your future. 401(k) participation for ALL Team Members. 
We care about your mental health. Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family.
We will feed you. One complimentary meal per day.
We’ll round out the experience. Property-wide events and experiences throughout the year.
Exclusive perks. Free access to Tree Adventure, discounts on overnight stays, retail, and dining at Timbers and Porters, golf, and more.
Paid Time Off. Team Members are eligible for paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, floating holiday, and end-of-year floating holiday hours.

How to Apply: 

We’re excited you’re considering growing your career with us at Arbor Day Farm. 
 
After you apply, we aim to follow up within one to two weeks via email from Paycom with the next steps.  
 
Our hiring process typically includes: 

A phone conversation with our Recruiter or People Team 
An in-person interview with the hiring manager
Additional conversations depending on the role 

The Arbor Day Foundation is an equal opportunity employer.

The Arbor Day Foundation is committed to equal employment opportunities. We will not discriminate against Team Members or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis [“protected class”] including, but not limited to: veteran status, uniform servicemember status, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, age, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.     

We participate in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm your authorization to work in the U.S.   

If you need reasonable accommodation to complete your application or participate in the interview process, please contact us at 402-873-8733.  
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