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Company: NYC Party Guide Location: New York City (In-Person) Employment Type: Part-Time / Hourly (Compensation Based on Experience) About Us: NYC Party Guide is a leading seasonal event production company known for high-energy, ticketed experiences during holidays like July 4th, Halloween, and New Year’s Eve. We also oversee weekly operations and special events for a growing roster of restaurants, lounges, and bars across NYC. We’re passionate about creating unforgettable nightlife and hospitality experiences. Position Overview: We’re seeking an Event Sales Manager to lead our special events division. This is a hands-on role ideal for a recent graduate or early-career professional with experience or strong interest in nightlife, hospitality, events, sales, or marketing. You'll work across both public and private events, manage sales funnels, and play a key role in our event execution and business development efforts. Key Responsibilities: Oversee and grow the special events division across seasonal and weekly programs. Handle inbound inquiries and proactively generate outbound leads for private and group events. Build and maintain relationships with individual clients, corporate groups, and promotional partners. Attend all major events to ensure client satisfaction and smooth execution. Collaborate closely with venue partners, marketing, and production teams to align on event details. Create customized event proposals, contracts, and timelines for clients. Use event management software (e.g., Triple Seat) to manage bookings, proposals, and communications. Identify strategic opportunities to drive new business and maximize venue utilization. Qualifications: Experience or strong interest in nightlife, hospitality, event planning, sales, or marketing. Familiarity with Triple Seat or similar CRM/event management software is strongly preferred. Ability to draft clear and professional proposals, contracts, and client communications. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Flexible schedule — availability on nights, weekends, and holidays is essential. Bachelor’s degree or recent graduate preferred. Compensation: Hourly pay, based on experience. Performance-based growth opportunities available. How to Apply: Send your resume and a brief introduction and let us know why you’re a great fit for NYC Party Guide and what excites you about this opportunity!
Full Job Description Job Overview: We’re seeking a motivated and outgoing Guest Service Associate to support both in-office and out-of-office functions for our premiere tour company, HeliNY. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys engaging with people, thrives in a dynamic environment, and has a passion for both customer service and hands-on marketing. The ideal candidate will spend part of their time in the office handling customer inquiries via phone and email, and the other part actively promoting our services in the community. Your goal will be to generate awareness, attract new customers, and drive ticket sales while ensuring a smooth and welcoming experience for every client. Key Responsibilities: Customer Service (In-Office): · Answer incoming phone calls and respond to customer emails promptly and professionally · Assist walk-in clients with booking tours and answering general questions · Manage scheduling, basic data entry, and maintain accurate records of sales and customer interactions · Provide outstanding service to ensure repeat business and customer satisfaction Field Work & Sales (Out-of-Office): · Promote our sightseeing tour services, charter flights, and destination packages to potential customers in designated public areas and high-traffic spots · Create brand and product awareness by distributing flyers, engaging with potential customers, and offering on-the-spot information · Persuade potential clients to visit the office and book tours or learn more about our other helicopter experience offerings. · Track and report outreach activity and generate sales leads · Work closely with the office team to align on promotions, messaging, and sales goals Qualifications: · 2+ year of experience in customer service, retail, hospitality, or in-person sales · High school diploma or GED required; college coursework or a degree in Marketing, -Communications, Business, or Hospitality is preferred · Experience in field marketing, tourism, hospitality, or aviation is a plus · Outgoing, friendly personality · Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills · Highly motivated, reliable, and capable of working independently · Basic computer literacy (email, spreadsheets, and booking systems) · Bilingual or multilingual candidates are encouraged to apply Additional Requirements: · Must be available to work the full Friday–Sunday schedule consistently · Ability to stand, walk, and be active for extended periods while working in the field · Comfortable working both indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions Job Type: Part-time Expected hours: 24 per week Benefits: - Employee assistance program - Referral program Schedule: - 8 hour shift - Day shift - Evening shift - Every weekend Education: - High school or equivalent (Required) Experience: - Customer service: 2 years (Required) Shift availability: - Night Shift (Required) - Day Shift (Required) Ability to Commute: - Hoboken, NJ 07030 (Required) Ability to Relocate: - Hoboken, NJ 07030: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person
Are you a culinary leader with a passion for excellence and a love of collaboration? Dish Food & Events, an award-winning catering and events company in the heart of NYC, is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to join our dynamic team. With over 15 years of experience creating unforgettable events, we’re known for our warm hospitality, delicious and innovative cuisine, and a team-focused culture that empowers every team member to thrive. As Executive Sous Chef, you’ll work closely with our Executive Chef to lead and inspire a talented kitchen team, ensuring the highest standards of quality, flavor, and service. From mentoring new kitchen leaders to overseeing production for extraordinary events, this role offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact on both our team and our clients. If you’re ready to bring your leadership skills, creativity, and passion for culinary excellence to a company that values authenticity, creativity, and teamwork, we’d love to hear from you! Qualifications Culinary degree or equivalent professional training preferred NY Department of Health Food Handler’s License required. Minimum 5 years of culinary experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership role, ideally in high-volume catering, fine dining restaurants or events. Strong leadership skills with a proven ability to mentor and develop diverse kitchen teams. Expertise in food costing, inventory management, and achieving financial goals. Exceptional organizational and time-management skills to oversee production and maintain quality standards. Proficient in recipe development, menu planning, and maintaining consistency across events. Knowledge of NYC Department of Health guidelines and a commitment to maintaining a safe, sanitary kitchen. Outstanding communication skills for team coordination, client interaction, and vendor relationships. Passion for delivering creative, high-quality dishes that align with seasonality and client preferences. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and attend off-premise events (1-2 per month) as needed. Fluency in English is required; proficiency in Spanish is strongly preferred Job Description Responsibilities would include but not be limited to: LEADERSHIP Create a positive and inspiring environment for the commissary team. Provide coaching and mentorship to our team. Foster new kitchen leadership. Maintain a safe and sanitary kitchen as per NYC Dept of Health guidelines. DOH Food Handler’s license required. Lead kitchen when executive chef is absent with sous chef. Assist in hiring, training, scheduling and managing a diverse and professional kitchen and event staff Delegate team on event production, commissary cleaning, and organizing. Train and foster new leadership. Lead and maintain a high performing team that produces quality work and excellent food. Control and maintain a high level of quality. This includes supervising and creating systems for packing events and communication of serving standards. Set a standard of quality and flavor. Lead + delegate production of an exciting and fun daily family meal for our team. Lead training sessions for commissary and event kitchen staff. Occasionally attend off premise full service events (approximately 1-2 per month) to gain insight into our operations, lead the event kitchen team and ensure quality control. Represent the company in front of our clients and in media (i.e. tastings, interviews with blogs, magazines, social media) PRODUCTION, PURCHASING + MAINTENANCE Collaborate with Sous Chef to develop daily prep lists and then execute food production in our kitchen, resulting in quality work and delicious food Oversee daily, weekly, and monthly inventory of food product and supplies Assist the Executive Chef in meeting financial goals for food, kitchen labor and kitchen supply costs Alongside, the Executive Chef prepares event questions and changes for production meetings. Communicate efficiently and effectively with kitchen team, operations department, event staff, sales team and vendors Execute Client tastings and lead at a high performance level on an as needed basis Together with the Operations Manager, Executive Chef and Sous Chef and Pastry Chef, update and maintain recipes, costing, and other menu details in our catering system (Total Party Planner) Delegate and oversee facility maintenance including implementation of our preventive maintenance schedule. R&D Test out flavors of dishes that include sub recipes. Measure and weigh individual ingredients using a scale. Keep all records up to date and organized utilizing our catering system (Total Party Planner). Understand all policies, procedures, standards, specifications, guidelines and training programs. Attend and actively participate in required meetings and bring suggestions for improvement. Fully understand and comply with all federal, state, county and municipal regulations that pertain to health, safety and labor requirements of the restaurant, employees and guests. CORE VALUESExemplify our company core values, mission statement and standards. Foster positive communication with the front and back of house team. Actively participate in our Continuous Employee Success Management program including weekly 1:1s, six-month check-ins and annual performance reviews. Compensation + Benefits Competitive annual salary in the range of $80-90k with bonus potential. Option to enroll in major medical, dental and vision insurance Paid Days Off (Vacation + Personal Days + Dish Holidays) Paid Volunteer Time Off (VTO) program designed to support the communities where we live and work Paid Family Leave, Sick Pay, ST and LT Disability insurance 401k Plan to invest in your future after 12 months of full-time employment Commuter transportation benefits Company dining program of daily delicious family meals (aka free lunch!) Dish provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.