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About the Role

Great Performances is seeking enthusiastic, professional, and hospitality-driven individuals to join our Front of House Event Staff team. This on-call role is ideal for candidates who thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy delivering exceptional guest experiences. As part of our events team, you will play a key role in creating memorable events by providing outstanding service, supporting event operations, and ensuring every guest feels welcomed and valued.

Responsibilities

Setting up and breaking down event spaces according to event specifications
Serve food and beverages to guests with professionalism and attention to detail
Pass hors d’oeuvres and provide tray service
Manage and maintain buffet stations
Provide wine service and bar support as needed
Support coat check operations when assigned
Assist with maintaining a clean, organized, and professional event environment
Respond promptly and courteously to guest needs
Support overall event flow and team operations

Requirements

Experience in hospitality, catering, restaurants, or customer service environments preferred
Ability to stand and remain active for extended periods (7–10 hours)
Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds
Ability to access scheduling software via smartphone or computer
Ownership of or willingness to purchase required dress code pieces
Candidates must be able to furnish professional references upon request to verify their qualifications and previous work experience.
Must be able to provide valid documentation that you are legally eligible to work in the United States.

Skills

Warm, outgoing personalities
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Openness to direction, coaching, and feedback
Passion for hospitality and creating exceptional guest experiences
Reliability, punctuality, and a strong work ethic

Location

NYC and surrounding area

Work Type

On-call
Part-time/seasonal

Salary/Compensations

$24/hour - $25/hour

Benefits

Sick time accrual

About the Company

From innovative menus and striking design to impeccable service and critical attention to detail, at Great Performances, we weave our mission into all we do. Serving New York City for over four decades Great Performances has evolved from a waitress staffing agency to the leading catering, events, and hospitality companies in the greater New York area. We provide food services in an array of celebrated New York City cultural institutions including Jazz at Lincoln Center, Brooklyn Museum, Brooklyn Academy of Music, Wave Hill, and The Apollo Theater. We are known for full-service catering and events, corporate workplace dining and amenity programs, and large-scale event and festival production. Great Performances is the nation’s first caterer to own and operate an organic farm, Katchkie Farm located in Kinderhook, NY. Progressive from the start, we consistently set the pace for industry best practices.
Our Vision: Building Community to Better Our World
Our Mission: Unleash Joy through Genuine Hospitality
Our Core Values: Craftsmanship, People, Sustainability, Collaboration, Doing Good through Food
Join a dynamic team where no two events are the same! This flexible, on-call role allows you to work based on your availability while gaining hands-on experience at premier venues and exciting events. You’ll be part of a supportive, team-oriented environment where you can build valuable hospitality skills, grow your experience, and work alongside seasoned professionals who are passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences. Whether you're expanding your career in hospitality or looking for flexible opportunities, this is your chance to be part of unforgettable events.

Equal Opportunity

Great Performances is an equal opportunity employer. At Great Performances we employ qualified individuals based solely on ability, training, and experience. Great Performances does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment or promotion based on race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.