Event sales manager
Founded in 2005 as Hudson Yards Catering, Union Square Events is a culinary and operations leader in the hospitality industry, partnering with a diverse portfolio of best-in-class clients.
We produce one-of-a-kind catered events and unparalleled dining experiences in various cultural, corporate, entertainment, and private venues throughout New York City and beyond.
Who you are : the Event Sales Manager is responsible for selling and producing full-service catered events in accordance with USHG Enlightened Hospitality standards at Brooklyn Botanic Garden .
In addition to managing client relationships, this position leads communication on the internal execution of events .
What you’ll do :
- Drive top-line revenue with proactive outreach through in-person meetings, calls, and emails
- Create repeat business by cultivating solid relationships throughout and beyond the event-planning process
- Develop strong relationships with venue stakeholders
- Respond to event inquiries with USE business goals in mind
- Ensure all internal departments are clear on client expectations for the continuity and accuracy of all services, with the goal of creating raves
- Oversee onsite setup and execution as needed with professionalism and behavior reflective of Enlightened Hospitality
- Provide Service, Staffing, and Captains with pre-event details and onsite direction, as needed, to ensure seamless execution of agreed-upon objectives with the goal of meeting and exceeding client expectations
- Create floorplans, timelines, event rental orders, and any other supporting documentation needed for the client
- Cultivate an active understanding of annual events, competitions, new venues, and event trends in the New York Metro area
- Maintain awareness of progress toward sales budget goals
What we need from you :
- 3+ years of the previous event or catering experience
- Strong computer skills / Microsoft Office
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively
- Excellent verbal and non-verbal communication skills
- Attention to detail
What you’ll get from us :
Annual Salary of $75,000 - $85,000, plus commission*
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Paid Time Off to support you with an active life outside of work
- Paid Parental Leave
- Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Options (health care, dependent care, transit & parking)
- Employee Assistance Program to support overall mental wellbeing
- Exclusive access to primary care, mental health, and other healthcare services through Radish Health
- Annual dining credit and 51% dining discount throughout the USHG family of restaurants
- Matched 401(k) to help you invest in your future
- Access to the USHG HUGS Employee Relief Fund
- The above represents the expected salary range for this position. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we'll consider your experience and other job-related factors.
Barback
Porchlight is a New York bar with a Southern accent. But what does that mean? Well, we have married the hospitality, soul, drink, and food of the ever-evolving South with the hustle and innovation of the big city we call home.
We were born in New York of Southern roots, and we love to reminisce about our home cities of Charleston, New Orleans, or Memphis but we wouldn’t trade them for New York.
Even when the L train isn’t running.
Who you are :
The Barback is an important partner to our Bar and Service teams and is responsible for ensuring that our Bar team has everything they need in order to create memorable moments of hospitality for our guests.
The Barback is also responsible for keeping all components of the bar area clean, organized, and stocked.
What you’ll do :
- Create a welcoming and hospitable environment for all guests at the bar.
- Stock the bar with necessary product and service tools.
- Prepare necessary garnishes, syrups, juices, and / or batches.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar area, including the seating area.
- Follows proper steps of service with grace, while maintaining a sense of urgency throughout service.
- Communicates effectively with staff members, management, and the kitchen during service.
What we need from you :
- 2+ years experience as a Barback role in a full-service restaurant
- English fluency and additional languages preferred, but not required
- Ability to stand or walk for long periods of time
- Ability to balance & carry multiple plates, glass racks and or / glasses, and lift objects up to 30 lbs.
What you’ll get from us :
- Hourly rate of $10 / hr + tips
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Paid Time Off to support you with an active life outside of work
- Paid Parental Leave
- 51% dining discount throughout the USHG family of restaurants
- Employee Assistance Program to support overall mental wellbeing
- Exclusive access to primary care, mental health, and other healthcare services through Radish Health
- Matched 401(k) to help you invest in your future
- Generous Employee Referral Program
- Access to the USHG HUGS Employee Relief Fund
Delivery driver
Founded in 2005 as Hudson Yards Catering, Union Square Events is a culinary and operations leader in the hospitality industry, partnering with a diverse portfolio of best-in-class clients.
We produce one-of-a-kind catered events and unparalleled dining experiences in a variety of cultural, corporate, entertainment, and private venues throughout New York City and beyond.
Who you are :
Delivery drivers are responsible for transporting and delivering supplies and materials to and from a location in a safe and efficient manner.
The delivery drivers are responsible for the load-in and load-out of all supplies and materials in relation to all deliveries and returns, not limited to events.
They may also assist the Operations and Kitchen teams in pre and post-packing and organizing of event materials as well as support in various projects.
The delivery drivers must exemplify Enlightened Hospitality in all interactions with our staff, guests, vendors, and the community.
What we need from you :
- Clean driving record
- Excellent street knowledge of NYC
- Prior experience with safe and legal operation of a commercial and non-commercial motor vehicle
- Attention to detail
- Team-oriented
- Good Communicator : ability to understand & follow written and verbal instruction
- Fluent in English
- Spanish proficiency a plus
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent
- Class D License, and a safe driving record and history
- Clean MVR
- Open or flexible schedule
What you’ll get from us :
Hourly rate of $20-$26*
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- 51% dining discount throughout the USHG family of restaurants
- Flexible Spending Options (health care, dependent care, transit & parking)
- Employee Assistance Program to support overall mental wellbeing
- Exclusive access to primary care, mental health, and other healthcare services through Radish Health
- Matched 401(k) to help you invest in your future
- Generous Employee Referral Program
- Access to the USHG HUGS Employee Relief Fund
- The above represents the expected hourly range for this position. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we'll consider your experience and other job-related factors.
Dishwasher
Manhatta is a restaurant from Danny Meyer’s Union Square Hospitality Group, combining sky-high views with down-to-earth hospitality.
Perched sixty stories above Lower Manhattan, Manhatta offers stunning views of New York City, its bridges, and waterways.
Who you are :
Porters are responsible for the overall cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and restaurant by washing pots and pans, keeping the kitchen and dining room areas clean, and ensuring adherence to proper sanitation standards.
Porters are required to handle multiple daily responsibilities, display an ability and willingness to learn and take direction, and work in a team environment.
What you’ll do :
- Display cooperation, sense of urgency, house pride, and an unwavering care for our guests and food safety through high integrity performance of ware washing and facility maintenance duties.
- Work with the kitchen team to keep all cookware and storage containers in good shape and returned to storage areas properly.
- Learn and retain standard operating procedures for all sanitation duties while consistently following a timeline and cleaning project schedule.
Partner with kitchen team to promote teamwork and efficient excellence in station turnover and end of shift breakdown.
What we need from you :
- Experience in a kitchen support position within a similar environment
- Ability to walk or stand for long periods of time
- English fluency and additional languages preferred, but not required
What you’ll get from us :
- Hourly rate of $17 - $19 / hr*
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Paid Time Off to support you with an active life outside of work
- Paid Parental Leave
- 51% dining discount throughout the USHG family of restaurants
- Flexible Spending Options (health care, dependent care, transit & parking)
- Employee Assistance Program to support overall mental wellbeing
- Exclusive access to primary care, mental health, and other healthcare services through Radish Health
- Matched 401(k) to help you invest in your future
- Generous Employee Referral Program
- Access to the USHG HUGS Employee Relief Fund
- The above represents the expected hourly range for this position. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we'll consider your experience and other job-related factors.
Event coordinator
Perched sixty stories above Lower Manhattan, Manhatta serves seasonal, inspired cooking, and offers stunning views of New York City, its bridges, and waterways.
Manhatta is a restaurant and full-service event space from Danny Meyer’s Union Square Hospitality Group, combining sky-high views with down-to-earth hospitality.
Located in the Financial District, Manhatta is a restaurant and event space that can host events varying from 10 - 650 guests including corporate, social, philanthropic, and weddings.
Who you are :
We are looking for an intelligent, confident, organized and thoughtful individual who exemplifies USHG’s beliefs to join our Events Team at Manhatta.
The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, non-stop environment, is adept at prioritizing tasks, possesses excellent communication skills both with guests as well as colleagues, loves solving problems, building long-lasting relationships, and creating positive outcomes.
The ability to be strategic, flexible, proactive, calm under pressure, resourceful and efficient is in your DNA. Superior verbal and written communication skills, strong decision-making ability, sense of urgency, empathy and attention to detail is crucial.
What you’ll do :
- Communicate with clients and team members relating to the production of events on a daily basis, ensuring the highest quality experience for clients is consistently delivered.
- Ensure all necessary information is obtained from client; seek clarification and further details as needed.
- Prepare all events to make sure they are well organized and structured.
- Arrange for and attend site visits, walk-throughs and tastings as needed.
- Coordinate the details in between the client, the building and any third-party vendors regarding event floorplans, timelines, insurance, permitting, and rental equipment requirements.
- Oversee event set-up and service on-site as needed. Liaise between client and on-site team leaders to ensure success of event from beginning to end.
- Facilitate internal communications relating to the production of event, while meeting weekly deadlines for completion of banquet event orders.
- Communicate with team to ensure all other departments are fully aware of client expectations to ensure continuity and accuracy of all services, with the goal of creating raves.
What we need from you :
- 1+ years of restaurant event coordinator experience, or relevant restaurant experience
- Bachelor’s degree or Equivalent Experience
- Understanding of diverse cuisine and beverage
- Wine, Beer and Spirits Knowledge preferred
- Strong Computer Skills (Microsoft Office and TripleSeat preferred)
What you’ll get from us :
- Annual compensation range of $70,000 - $80,000, including bonus potential
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Paid Time Off to support you with an active life outside of work
- Paid Parental Leave
- Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Options (health care, dependent care, transit & parking)
- Employee Assistance Program to support overall mental wellbeing
- Exclusive access to primary care, mental health, and other healthcare services through Radish Health
- Annual dining credit and 51% dining discount throughout the USHG family of restaurants
- Matched 401(k) to help you invest in your future
- Access to the USHG HUGS Employee Relief Fund
Cook hotel
Union Square Events is looking for a Cook to join their growing team!
Founded in 2005 as Hudson Yards Catering, Union Square Events is a culinary and operations leader in the hospitality industry, partnering with a diverse portfolio of best-in-class clients.
We produce one-of-a-kind catered events and unparalleled dining experiences in a variety of cultural, corporate, entertainment, and private venues throughout New York City and beyond.
Who you are :
The Cook is responsible for the daily execution of a wide array of menus and the preparation of food for Union Square Events at one of New York City's premier Hotels.
This cook will work collaboratively with other team members in all the kitchens to achieve excellence in daily service. The ideal candidate exudes a high level of professionalism and hospitality expertise at all times.
What you’ll do :
- Execute daily food production based on guidance from culinary supervisors and the management team
- Possess general working knowledge of safe food handling and proper sanitation
- Attend all mandatory staff meetings
- Demonstrate a high level of motivation and a hunger to learn
- Works collaboratively with team members
- Demonstrate confident knowledge of kitchen ingredients
What we need from you :
- 1-3 years of experience in a high-volume commissary, catering or hotel / restaurant establishment
- Intermediate knife skills (dicing, slicing, chopping)
- Proficient in a wide range of cooking skills and techniques
- Ability to read and follow basic recipes and scale to size using basic math
- Service-oriented, hospitality-focused, and quality-obsessed professionalism
- NYC Food Handlers Certificate is a plus HAACP
- Knowledge is a plus Culinary School Degree is a plus
What you’ll get from us :
- Hourly rate of $22 - 30
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Paid Time Off to support you with an active life outside of work
- Paid Parental Leave
- 51% dining discount throughout the USHG family of restaurants
- Flexible Spending Options (health care, dependent care, transit & parking)
- Employee Assistance Program to support overall mental wellbeing
- Exclusive access to primary care, mental health, and other healthcare services through Radish Health
- Matched 401(k) to help you invest in your future
- Generous Employee Referral Program
- Access to the USHG HUGS
- Employee Relief Fund
- Hotel Partner Discounts
- The above represents the expected salary range for this position. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we'll consider your experience and other job-related factors.
Pastry sous chef
Union Square Events is looking for a Pastry Sous Chef to join their growing team!
Founded in 2005 as Hudson Yards Catering, Union Square Events is a culinary and operations leader in the hospitality industry, partnering with a diverse portfolio of best-in-class clients.
We produce one-of-a-kind catered events and unparalleled dining experiences in a variety of cultural, corporate, entertainment, and private venues throughout New York City and beyond.
Who you are :
The Pastry Sous Chef is responsible for overseeing a team producing everything from viennoiserie, mousses, cookies, cakes, ice cream, passed, buffet, and plated desserts to chocolate work in a high-volume kitchen.
This individual will assist in the menu, recipe creation, production, and leadership amongst the culinary pastry team in a high-volume environment.
This individual is expected to develop an understanding of ordering and inventory procedures, food cost and labor cost, and how these reflect in the daily production of their Pastry Cooks.
The Pastry Sous Chef will assist to oversee the overall running of the kitchen, cleanliness, and organization, alongside helping foster team spirit and relationships within the team to create comradery and a strong, positive, and supportive working environment.
What we need from you :
- Minimum 3 years experience in large-scale format baking, commissary, catering or hotel, preferred
- 1-2 years of management experience preferred
- Good communication skills : ability to understand, follow and delegate written and verbal instruction
- Strong attention to detail
- Effective time management
- Passion for motivation, educating, and empowering the team
- Emotional Awareness under pressure
- Comfortable in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
- Experience with systems development and implementation
- Punctual and reliable attendance
- Knowledge and understanding of safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures
- Culinary school preferred
- Experience in high-volume production of buffet and plated pastry / dessert items
What you’ll get from us :
- Annual Salary of $70,000 - 80,000, plus bonus potential*
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Paid Time Off to support you with an active life outside of work
- Paid Parental Leave
- Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Options (health care, dependent care, transit & parking)
- Employee Assistance Program to support overall mental wellbeing
- Exclusive access to primary care, mental health, and other healthcare services through Radish Health
- Annual dining credit and 51% dining discount throughout the USHG family of restaurants
- Matched 401(k) to help you invest in your future
- Access to the USHG HUGS Employee Relief Fund
- Hotel Partner Discount
- The above represents the expected salary range for this position. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we'll consider your experience and other job-related factors.
Porter
We produce one-of-a-kind catered events and unparalleled dining experiences in various cultural, corporate, entertainment, and private venues throughout New York City and beyond.
Who you are : Porter is responsible for the overall cleanliness and organization of the USE kitchen and facility to ensure strict adherence to proper sanitation standards.
Additionally, the porter must handle multiple daily responsibilities, and display the ability and willingness to take direction and work in a team environment.
What we need from you :
- Attention to Detail
- Good communication skills
- Ability to follow instructions and remain calm under pressure
- Basic knowledge of concessions, commissary production, and restaurant service environments
What you’ll get from us :
- Hourly rate of $16 - 20
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Paid Time Off to support you with an active life outside of work
- Paid Parental Leave
- 51% dining discount throughout the USHG family of restaurants
- Flexible Spending Options (health care, dependent care, transit & parking)
- Employee Assistance Program to support overall mental wellbeing
- Exclusive access to primary care, mental health, and other healthcare services through Radish Health
- Matched 401(k) to help you invest in your future
- Generous Employee Referral Program
- Access to the USHG HUGS Employee Relief Fund
Bartender bartender
Founded in 2005 as Hudson Yards Catering, Union Square Events is a culinary and operations leader in the hospitality industry, partnering with a diverse portfolio of best-in-class clients.
We produce one-of-a-kind catered events and unparalleled dining experiences in a variety of cultural, corporate, entertainment, and private venues throughout New York City and beyond.
Who you are : the Bartender is an hourly team member who delivers thorough and thoughtful hospitality and service on the weekends and weekdays at SUMMIT One Vanderbilt.
They nurture positive team and guest interactions by embodying our core family values of hospitality, excellence, integrity, and entrepreneurial spirit, which leads to exceeding client expectations.
The ability to interact with staff, clients, and other stakeholders in a fast-paced environment while remaining flexible, proactive, efficient, and reliable is crucial to this role.
The ideal candidate exudes a high level of professionalism and hospitality expertise at all times.
What you’ll do :
- Greet guests and respond to requests in a friendly and courteous manner, bringing hospitality to every interaction
- Follow Standard Operating Procedures
- Perform opening, mid-shift, and closing duties complying with Union Square Events' operational standards
- Adhere to company uniform and grooming standards at all times
- Perform any related duties as requested by the supervisor / manager
- Assist other team members and hotel partner employees when needed
What we need from you :
- Catering / Bartender / Fine-Dining experience is preferred; service and hospitality-oriented attitude a must
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively, and interest in learning new skills
- Ability to adjust or move objects up to 40 pounds in all directions
- The capability of maintaining a stationary position, often standing for prolonged periods
- English fluency, and Spanish knowledge is a plus
- Friday, Saturday, and Sunday availability
What you’ll get from us :
Hourly rate of $18
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Paid Time Off to support you with an active life outside of work
- Paid Parental Leave
- 51% dining discount throughout the USHG family of restaurants
- Flexible Spending Options (health care, dependent care, transit & parking)
- Employee Assistance Program to support overall mental wellbeing
- Exclusive access to primary care, mental health, and other healthcare services through Radish Health
- Matched 401(k) to help you invest in your future
- Generous Employee Referral Program
- Access to the USHG HUGS Employee Relief Fund
Pastry sous chef
Founded in 2005 as Hudson Yards Catering, Union Square Events is a culinary and operations leader in the hospitality industry, partnering with a diverse portfolio of best-in-class clients.
We produce one-of-a-kind catered events and unparalleled dining experiences in various cultural, corporate, entertainment, and private venues throughout New York City and beyond.
Who you are : This Pastry Sous Chef role is in charge of leading and overseeing our hourly pastry team through the daily high-volume production at USE kitchen.
This person will be expected to participate in high-volume production alongside the team that they oversee. This is a working chef position.
What you’ll do :
- oversee daily pastry production
- Ensure Rigorous knowledge of and adherence to all applicable laws, policies, and procedures
- Executes and supervises pastry production maintaining a high standard of quality
- Support admin requirements(Payroll, HR) in addition to job associated tasks
- Continuously build a high-performance team by coaching, mentoring, and following the USHG Beliefs
- organize production planning for a large variety of menus
What we need from you :
- Strong Computer Skills ( Microsoft Office, Delphi, CaterXpert preferred)
- 3-5 years of experience in large-scale production, scaling, proofing
- Management experience
- Self-motivated to be ahead of production, foresee needs, and extra attention to detail
- Accountable, collaborative, and excellence driven are a must!
- CPR / 1st Aid Certified (preferred)
- NYC Food Handler’s Certificate
What you’ll get from us :
- Salary rate of $75,000 - $90,000 plus bonus potential*
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Paid Time Off to support you with an active life outside of work
- Paid Parental Leave
- Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Options (health care, dependent care, transit & parking)
- Employee Assistance Program to support overall mental wellbeing
- Exclusive access to primary care, mental health, and other healthcare services through Radish Health
- Annual dining credit and 51% dining discount throughout the USHG family of restaurants
- Matched 401(k) to help you invest in your future
- Access to the USHG HUGS Employee Relief Fund
Porter
Porchlight is a New York bar with a Southern accent. But what does that mean? Well, we have married the hospitality, soul, drink, and food of the ever-evolving South with the hustle and innovation of the big city we call home.
We were born in New York of Southern roots, and we love to reminisce about our home cities of Charleston, New Orleans, or Memphis but we wouldn’t trade them for New York.
Even when the L train isn’t running.
Who you are :
Porters are responsible for the overall cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and restaurant by washing pots and pans, keeping the kitchen and dining room areas clean, and ensuring adherence to proper sanitation standards.
Porters are required to handle multiple daily responsibilities, display an ability and willingness to learn and take direction, and work in a team environment.
What you’ll do :
- Display cooperation, sense of urgency, house pride, and an unwavering care for our guests and food safety through high integrity performance of ware washing and facility maintenance duties.
- Work with the kitchen team to keep all cookware and storage containers in good shape and returned to storage areas properly.
- Learn and retain standard operating procedures for all sanitation duties while consistently following a timeline and cleaning project schedule.
- Partner with kitchen team to promote teamwork and efficient excellence in station turnover and end of shift breakdown.
What we need from you :
- Experience in a kitchen support position within a similar environment
- English fluency and additional languages preferred, but not required
What you’ll get from us :
- Hourly pay of $17 - $19 / hour
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Paid Time Off to support you with an active life outside of work
- Paid Parental Leave
- 51% dining discount throughout the USHG family of restaurants
- Flexible Spending Options (health care, dependent care, transit & parking)
- Employee Assistance Program to support overall mental wellbeing
- Exclusive access to primary care, mental health, and other healthcare services through Radish Health
- Matched 401(k) to help you invest in your future
- Generous Employee Referral Program
- Access to the USHG HUGS Employee Relief Fund
Server
Cedric's at The Shed is looking for a Server to join their growing team! Cedric's draws on the creativity and inventive spirit of The Shed, offering a welcoming and casual experience for locals and visitors alike.
Cedric's is a bar located in the lobby of The Shed, the Hudson Yards arts center along The Highline. Accessible via a street-level entrance on West 30th Street, we serve a menu of daytime and evening fare including cocktails, craft beer, wine, and coffee, accompanied by shareable bites, sandwiches, and salads.
Who you are :
The Server is the backbone of our Service team and is ultimately responsible for the sale and service of our food and beverages while acting as a leader on the floor and providing our guests with warm and attentive hospitality.
What you'll do :
- Demonstrate expertise in all food and beverage menu items with sound knowledge of all ingredients and preparations
- Consistently follows steps of service with efficiency and grace, while maintaining a sense of urgency throughout service
- Anticipates guest needs, ensuring constant communication with colleagues, management, and the kitchen at all times during service
- Maintains high standards of cleanliness and appearance throughout all areas of the restaurant both before, during, and after service
- Demonstrates an eagerness to continue to learn and grow
What we need from you :
- 1+ years experience in a guest-facing restaurant role
- Ability to stand or walk for long periods of time
- Ability to balance & carry multiple plates, glass racks, and or / glasses, and lift objects up to 30 lbs.
What you'll get from us :
- Hourly rate of $15 + tips
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Paid Time Off to support you with an active life outside of work
- Paid Parental Leave
- 51% dining discount throughout the USHG family of restaurants
- Flexible Spending Options (health care, dependent care, transit & parking)
- Employee Assistance Program to support overall mental wellbeing
- Exclusive access to primary care, mental health, and other healthcare services through Radish Health
- Matched 401(k) to help you invest in your future
- Generous Employee Referral Program
- Access to the USHG HUGS Employee Relief Fund