--- title: "For Event Companies — Special Event Staff" description: "Post your DFW event opening, review applicants, and hire directly. Special Event Staff takes no percentage from the accepted rate." lang: en json-ld: --- [![Special Event Staff logo](/__l5e/assets-v1/5d1c83a5-6253-4561-a614-4038cfa17c7f/ses-logo-light-transparent.png) Special Event StaffBeta Dallas · Fort Worth The Connection Behind Great Events ](/) [Hire Staff](/for-companies)[Find Work](/for-staff)[How It Works](/how-it-works)[Company Pricing](/pricing)[About](/about) [Post an Opening](/auth?role=company&mode=signup)[Join the Staff Roster](/for-staff)[Log In](/auth?mode=signin) ![Catering staff preparing for a Dallas event](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1519671482749-fd09be7ccebf?auto=format&fit=crop&w=1600&q=80) For event companies # Find event professionals—and build a crew worth calling again. Post your opening, set the rate, review applicants, and pay the people you hire directly. Special Event Staff takes no percentage from their accepted rate. [Post Your First Opening](/auth?role=company&mode=signup) [Tell Us What You Need](#company-form) ## How the marketplace works 1. 1 Post your opening Role, date, call time, pay rate, and any requirements. 2. 2 Review applicants See the profile of anyone who applies. Decide who to contact. 3. 3 Hire directly You pay the event professional directly. SES takes 0% of the accepted rate. 4. 4 Reconnect for the next event Hire the same people again, as often as you like, at no additional charge. ## Core event roles The positions companies post for most during our founding phase. - Bartender - Barback - Server - Banquet staff - Catering captain - Setup/teardown crew - Registration & check-in - Usher/Greeter - Brand ambassador - Event runner - Day-of wedding assistant ## Why direct relationships and repeat hiring matter No conversion fee Hire anyone you meet here as many times as you like — there's never an additional charge for rehiring someone you already found. You own the relationship You pay the event professional directly and build your own crew over time — not a revolving door of workers you never see again. Local DFW focus We're focused on one market — Dallas–Fort Worth — so the professionals on the platform are local to the events you're staffing. Transparent direct pay SES takes 0% of the agreed rate. The hiring company pays the event professional directly. ## Transparent pricing Companies pay a flat $99/month (or $990/year) to post openings and hire without markups or placement fees. No card required. You will not be charged automatically unless you add a payment method and confirm a paid plan. Founding phase: company access and job postings are free through September 30, 2026. No card required. You will not be charged automatically unless you add a payment method and confirm a paid plan. [See full pricing details →](/pricing) ## What to expect during our founding phase Post your first DFW event opening. During the founding phase, our team can personally help you review the setup and understand how applications work. ## Who's responsible for what An honest split of what Special Event Staff handles and what stays with your company. Responsibility matrix for companies hiring through Special Event Staff Item Owner Detail Recruiting and applicant discovery Special Event Staff We run the marketplace where event professionals create profiles and find your openings. Applicant selection Hiring company You review applications and decide who to contact and hire. Worker classification Hiring company You determine whether the engagement is W-2 or 1099 and are responsible for that decision. Payroll and tax withholding Hiring company Handled entirely through your own payroll or contractor process. SES does not process payroll. Workers' compensation Hiring company SES does not provide coverage of any kind. Timekeeping Hiring company Hours are tracked by you. The platform does not currently offer time capture. Wage payment Hiring company You pay the event professional directly. SES takes 0% of the agreed rate. Background checks Not provided Not provided by the platform. Arrange your own screening if you require it. Credential verification Not provided Certifications listed on a profile are self-reported unless a specific check is shown with a date. Confirm anything you rely on. No-show replacement Not provided There is no fulfillment or replacement guarantee. You can repost or contact other applicants. Direct-hire or conversion fee Not provided None. Hire anyone you meet here, as often as you like, at no additional charge. Platform support Special Event Staff Account help, posting help, and marketplace support from our team. ## Company FAQ Does SES take a cut of what I pay staff? SES takes 0% of the agreed rate. The hiring company pays the event professional directly. Do you run background checks or verify credentials? We do not run background checks. Certifications shown on a profile are self-reported unless a dated check is displayed. Each company sets its own requirements on the individual opening. This information is general and is not legal advice. Does Texas require TABC certification? Texas does not require seller-server certification under state law, but many employers require it. Certification can also help an employer qualify for certain protections. How do I decide who to hire? Review profiles, experience, credentials, and application details before deciding whom to contact or hire. What happens if someone doesn't show up? There is no fulfillment or replacement guarantee. You can repost the opening or contact other applicants directly. ## Tell us what you need Share the roles, dates, and rates you're hiring for and we'll follow up. Prefer to move now? Create your company account and post the opening yourself. [Post Your First Opening](/auth?role=company&mode=signup)[Contact our team](/contact) [![Special Event Staff logo](/__l5e/assets-v1/45e0e4e3-0201-4577-8746-0a24ea34edd4/ses-logo-dark-transparent.png) Special Event StaffBeta Dallas · Fort Worth The Connection Behind Great Events ](/) The Connection Behind Great Events. The hiring marketplace built for the Dallas–Fort Worth events industry. We connect caterers, bartending companies, and event producers with vetted bartenders, servers, captains, and setup crews. Matching is free — always. 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