Volunteers
2023 APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN!
It is through the support of our members that the viability of our organization is sustained year by year. Thank you everyone!
For a weekend pass to the Kaslo Jazz Etc Festival – volunteers should 16 years of age or older and must volunteer a minimum of 15 hours for the Kaslo Jazz Etc Society.
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VOLUNTEER DEPARTMENTS
SITE & OPERATIONS
Members of this team should be active and ready to work on their feet. Tasks and responsibilities include caring for the cleanliness and sanitation of the site, grounds maintenance, vendor assistance, and directing vehicles.
- Parking
- Green Team
- Transportation
- Sanitation
CUSTOMER SERVICE
Members of this team should be outgoing and ready to interact with festival guests! Experience in retail or customer service is an asset. Tasks and responsibilities include greeting guests, assisting patrons, monitoring Festival areas, and selling merchandise.
Roles include
- Festival Hosts
- Merchandise Sales
- Kayak Patrol
BEER GARDEN
Members of this team must be equipped with a valid Serving It Right Certification. Experience in the hospitality industry or liquor sales is an asset. Tasks and responsibilities include proper beverage service in coherence with BC Liquor laws, maintain stock for beer garden and beer ticket sales.
Roles include
- Beer Ticket Sales
- Bar Back
- Alcohol Service
TICKETS & ADMIN
Members of this team are required to have strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Cash register experience is an asset for this team. Tasks and responsibilities include, scanning tickets, administering wristbands and checking in volunteers.
Roles include
- Main Gate
- Volunteer Headquarters (Beehive)
- Festival Headquarters (Box Office/HQ)
HOSPITALITY
Members of this team are responsible for the hospitality around KJEF site. Previous experience within Festival Hospitality is required. Tasks include maintaining backstage areas, bartending, food service and presentation, artist transportation and accommodating talent needs.
FIRST AID/SAFE SPACE TENT
Members on this team are responsible for the health and well-being of all festival patrons, staff and artists. Previous First Aid experience and qualifications are required for this team.
FESTIVAL SET UP & STRIKE
Members of this team are responsible for all aspects of site set up (pre festival) and tear down/strike (post festival). This crew will erect the stages, work areas, install fencing, signage, site infrastructure and other general site preparation. Could require heavy lifting and some physical labor. Skills such as carpentry, electrical, and plumbing are preferred.
Volunteer email:
volunteer@kaslojazzfest.com
