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  • Convene
    Full Time Event Server
    Full Time Event Server
    8 days ago
    $20–$21 hourly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    We’re seeking a Hospitality Service Technician to join our Operations team. The Hospitality Service Technician will report directly to the Service Manager/Supervisor. What You’ll Do: The Hospitality Service Technician will provide genuine anticipatory service to clients and participants in all aspects of hospitality and conference services. In this position, you will interact with our clients and ensure they have a great experience at Convene. You will work in partnership with the Culinary, Production, Technology teams to ensure we are exceeding the expectations of our clients. At all times, the Service Technician is expected to be attentive to our clients’ needs and make them feel welcomed, important, and relaxed. We need someone with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as well as someone highly motivated and ready to work with others. Our employees carry our Core Values every day: Genuine, Relentless, Integrity, and Teamwork. • Greet all clients with enthusiasm and friendliness, • Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times, • Provide world-class service, in accordance with our Brand Standards, • Set up, replenish, maintain, and breakdown Food and Beverage stations, • Accommodate special client needs and last minute requests, • Develop relationships with clients, • Accurately answer client questions about culinary and our spaces in a friendly manner, • Read, understand, and execute Program Execution Orders, • Follow checklists and Standard Operating Procedures, • Set up and breakdown conference rooms and refreshing rooms as needed, • Perform facility maintenance, • Maintain safe, clean, organized, and well-stocked work areas, • Responsible for constant sanitation, organization, and proper food handling, • Have full knowledge of menus, recipes, and other pertinent information, • Perform opening, mid-shift, and closing duties in accordance with company standards, • Perform cleaning duties including: wiping down tables and chairs, cleaning glasses, washing dishes, polishing glass and silverware, making rollups, • Maintain a professional appearance at all times, • Maintain professional working relationships with team, • Follows all Company drink recipes and procedures, • Proficiently prepares blended and cold drinks provided by the cafe, • Full knowledge of coffee and tea menu, • Perform additional duties as assigned What We Look For: • Minimum 2 years server experience, • 1 year of coffee experience a plus, • Basic knowledge of food and beverage, • Proven excellent communication and interpersonal skills, • Proven good organizational skills, • Must be highly motivated and ready to lead other team members, • Proficient in multitasking, • Food Hygiene or Food Handling Certificate preferred, • TIPS Certification preferred, • Flexible and long hours are sometimes required., • Ability to move, carry, push, pull and place objects up to 25 pounds without assistance, • Ability to reach overhead and below the knees, • Ability to stand, sit, and walk for an extended period of time Compensation: The above job definition information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on changing business needs and conditions. Full Time Hourly Rate: $21 This role is also eligible for Convene's annual incentive performance bonus plan. This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors. Who We Are: Convene is a global hospitality company that manages a growing portfolio of lifestyle brands focused on revolutionizing the way people meet, work, and gather. It creates hospitality-driven experiences and uniquely designed destinations across its various brands with the singular mission of fostering human-to-human connection.The Convene portfolio comprises Convene, etc.venues by Convene, and Convene Signature, offering clients multiple products including event venues, meeting rooms, flexible office spaces, and building amenity centers. With hospitality at its core, each brand and product offers on-site culinary, in-room A/V, production services, and dedicated hospitality staffing resources.As the largest single provider of dedicated meeting and event venues in the U.S. and UK, and with a growing footprint of flexible office space, the Convene portfolio has a network of nearly 40 locations across nine global cities. We’re Here For You: At Convene, you’ll receive: Health and Wellness • Excellent health coverage for you and your family starting day one, • 24/7 virtual care through Centivo Care, • Employee Assistance Program: emotional well-being and support for everyday life, • Fertility & family planning through Kindbody Time Off and Work-Life Balance • Generous paid time off plus time off for your birthday, • A Holiday closure each year to allow all employees to unplug and recharge, • Paid time off for new parents: maternity, paternity, adoption Financial Support and Benefits • 401K plan with company matching, • Financial support for education: for attending conferences, taking courses, or gaining certifications Professional Development and Recognition • Continuous professional and personal development support, • Employee recognition and reward programs to mark achievements and milestones Community and Impact • Opportunities to volunteer, donate, and participate in community give-back initiatives, • The opportunity to have a significant impact on your team and the business in the work that you do

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  • Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York
    Internship Coordinator
    Internship Coordinator
    20 days ago
    $30–$33 hourly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Location: 250 West 18th Street Summary: This position is responsible for the implementation and monitoring of the service delivery of the internship piece under the Learning to Work contract. Delivery of contractual services such as facilitating seminars; preparation of lessons and materials, development of worksites and partnerships, and data keeping, to strengthen participants exposure to job readiness and career exploration. This position will serve as liaison between internship sites, the program and students. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Develop and maintain internship partners Conduct internship sites visits once a month. Maintain contact with worksites once a week via telephone or email Create and update internship site list and contact information. Monitor worksites to ensure interns are having positive, safe, and age-appropriate work experiences. Place 90 students in subsidized internships during the academic year Assist students to complete applications and any necessary paperwork for internship placement. Monitor students’ performance and completion of evaluation. Assist students with completion and submission of timesheets. Log interns’ work hours on digital workforce platform. Create and maintain all interns’ files. Interns at placement Create and maintain a working-alliance with all interns. Conduct site visits to monitor interns’ work performance and check-in with supervisors. Track students' academic progress using report cards and attendance reports. Monitor attendance patterns and provide outreach to students via phone calls/meetings; conferences with student’s advocate counselor and guidance counselor as needed. Responsible of inputting all internship related services in tracker: worksite information, job descriptions, intern number of hours work, and seminar attendance. Facilitate LTW Weekly Seminar Create curriculum/lesson for seminar on topics of Work Readiness, Financial Literacy, and Career Exploration. Track interns' attendance in seminar. Assist students with non-paid community service opportunities throughout the academic year; assist with any paperwork required; track students volunteering and hours completed. Provide job shadowing placements to students not participating in subsidized internships. Build partnerships with local companies to plan industry visits. Prepares community service letters upon completion. Assist in the process of outreach, recruitment and admission Assist in the admissions process (open houses, orientation, etc.) Graduate Students Aid graduating students with search for employment after graduation. Assist in resume & cover letters writing. Qualifications: Education and/or experience required: Bachelor's degree in related field required. Prior experience in the social service field. At least 2 years of experience working in the field of youth development. Proficient in Microsoft, Word and Excel. Pay: $30.00 Hourly Position Type and Expected Hours of Work: Days and hours are generally Monday to Friday 8am-4pm. This is a full-time position will require evening and occasional Saturday hours to monitor after school and summer programs and attend special events. Skills and Competencies required: Strong communication, organizational, and administrative skills. Ability to work well independently as well as part of a team. Ability to handle multiple tasks. Bilingual, English and Spanish/Arabic/French/Chinese preferred. Commitment to the mission of Catholic Charities Community Services. Demonstrate leadership ability.

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  • lets go champ
    Intern
    Intern
    1 month ago
    Part-time
    South Orange Village

    Founded by 2x Heavyweight Champion Shannon Briggs, the Let’s Go Champ Foundation is on a mission to uplift and empower underserved youth and communities through mental health support, fitness, mentorship, and life-skills training. We believe in the power of resilience, positivity, and the champion mindset — and we want YOU to help us spread that message. This is more than an internship — it’s a chance to be part of a movement. What You’ll Do As an intern with the Let’s Go Champ Foundation, you’ll be a core part of our mission to inspire and impact lives. Your responsibilities may include: Community Engagement: Assist in organizing youth programs, fitness events, and school outreach efforts Social Media & Content: Create and manage inspiring content across platforms (Instagram, TikTok, X, Facebook) Event Support: Help plan and execute local and virtual events with Shannon Briggs and our community partners Fundraising & Partnerships: Support grant research, donor outreach, and partner relations Creative Projects: Help develop campaign ideas, media assets, or merchandise initiatives that amplify our message Administrative Tasks: Assist with scheduling, data entry, and internal communications as needed

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  • Mario's Tutto Bene
    Line Cook
    Line Cook
    1 month ago
    Full-time
    Union

    We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Line Cook to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for food and a commitment to excellence in the kitchen. As a Line Cook, you will play a crucial role in preparing high-quality dishes that meet our standards for taste and presentation. You will work closely with other kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations and contribute to an exceptional dining experience for our guests. Duties Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes and standards, ensuring consistency in taste and presentation. Assist in the development of new menu items and contribute to menu planning. Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, adhering to food safety and sanitation guidelines. Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, including knives, grills, fryers, and ovens. Collaborate with other kitchen staff to ensure timely service during peak hours. Monitor food inventory levels and assist with ordering supplies as needed. Participate in catering events as required, providing high-quality food service off-site. Skills Strong culinary skills with experience in food preparation and cooking techniques. Knowledge of food handling practices and safety regulations. Proficiency with knives and various kitchen tools. Experience working in a fine dining environment is preferred but not required. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced kitchen setting while maintaining attention to detail. Excellent teamwork skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with other staff members. Flexibility in working hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. Join us as we create memorable dining experiences through exceptional food! Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $1,000.00 per week Benefits: Employee discount Work Location: In person

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