Venue Maintenance Specialist

Overview

Hightop Hospitality is seeking an hourly Venue Maintenance Specialist to join our growing events division. The Venue Maintenance Specialist will help execute day‑of event needs for Green Acres Barn – a historic barn wedding venue located in Eden Prairie, MN. This is a part‑time position averaging 10‑20 hours per week.

• Reports directly to the Venue Manager and the Facility Manager. Assisting them before, during and at the end of each event.
• Assist the Facilities Manager with set up of the venue and the property for all events.
  
  Duties include:
  
  Tear down of tables & chairs, moving furniture, setting up and breaking down the outdoor spaces. Each day’s duties may vary based on the demands of both the event and the facility.
• Responsible for overall logistical and operational aspects of each event.
• Responsible for all facilities aspects of event functions and management of repairs during events.
• Tidy and maintain cleanliness of the property and building throughout the event.
• Circulate the grounds throughout the event and assist guests as needed.
• Tend to outdoor fireplace(s) during all events.
• Interact with vendors, guests & clients in a professional and respectful manner.
• Assists Venue Management Team with any event security needs.
• Shutdown property after each event following the closing checklist as provided by the venue manager and facilities manager.
• Works closely with Hightop Hospitality leadership & Venue Owners.

• Must have reliable transportation and a driver’s license.
• Ability to drive a forklift is a plus – training available.
• Basic maintenance skill preferred.
• Has great communication skills, is detail-oriented & highly organized.
• Has a customer service focused, proactive and positive attitude with staff, patrons & co-workers.
• Has the ability to multi-task and prioritize competing tasks.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule which includes nights and weekends.
• While performing the duties of this role, the employee will regularly stand or walk and must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to interact effectively with catering staff, provide direction when needed and be a team player.
• Previous Customer Service experience is preferred.
• Must be self-motivated and able to take initiative; increased ability to troubleshoot and problem solve.
• Ability to recognize and respond to onsite emergencies.

Hightop Hospitality is a collection of restaurants, catering brands, and event venues that are as much defined by the premium ingredients, unique recipes, and high‑levels of service as the neighborhoods we serve. We are a team of passionate industry‑leading professionals committed to genuine hospitality. Each of the Hightop Hospitality brands is developed and supported by one of the most experienced hospitality teams in the upper Midwest.

With a tireless dedication to the highest standards and unparalleled industry knowledge, our team is the driving force for over 30 successful restaurants, five catering companies, and five event venues. Learn more about us at  and