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New York Aquarium

Seasonal On-Call Porter Supervisor

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Temporary
Hourly
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $18.00 - $22.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Flexible
On-call
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

hourly pay
flexible schedule
seasonal employment
Opportunity for leadership experience
On-the-job training
Employee Discounts
Safe working environment

Job Description

The Business Services department specializes in Events and Catering, providing exceptional catering and event management services designed to meet a wide range of client needs. The department focuses on delivering high-quality event experiences through meticulous planning, setup, and execution, ensuring that every detail aligns with client expectations and organizational standards. They manage events ranging from small corporate meetings to large-scale celebrations, emphasizing efficiency, professionalism, and customer satisfaction throughout every phase of event coordination.

The On-Call Porter Supervisor is a seasonal, non-exempt role paid hourly within the $18.00 to $22.00 range, providing supervisory support in the setup, breakdown, and executi... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Willingness to work flexible, non-standard hours including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle physically demanding tasks
  • Valid driver's license
  • Ability to supervise and lead a team
  • Capability to operate light groundskeeping equipment
  • Strong communication skills
  • Ability to follow safety and sanitation standards
  • Availability from March to January for seasonal work

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Previous experience in event setup or catering preferred
  • Leadership or supervisory experience preferred
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment
  • Strong communication and organizational skills
  • Ability to operate light groundskeeping and cleaning equipment
  • Valid driver's license and safe driving record
  • Flexibility to work non-standard hours including early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays

Job Duties

  • Assist with set up, break down, service, cleaning and preparation of events to meet WCS standards
  • Provide leadership and supervision to porter staff
  • Coordinate gathering, transporting, setting up, breaking down, and storing event equipment
  • Ensure pull sheet orders are complete and equipment is ready for events
  • Load supplies safely into vehicles and transport to event locations
  • Set up equipment including tables, chairs, dance floor, linens, food service equipment, china, and glassware
  • Assist in bussing, food running, and clearing during events
  • Oversee the Sanit area during larger events
  • Supervise dish room operations and trash removal
  • Inspect and supervise cleaning and sanitation of event spaces, kitchen, restrooms, storage areas, carts
  • Wash, sanitize and store tableware, catering equipment and silverware
  • Operate lightweight groundskeeping equipment
  • Perform deep cleaning of equipment, walls, floors, vents, ceilings, vehicles
  • Assist inventorying, cleaning and organizing equipment
  • Ensure proper storage and organization of tables, chairs, rental equipment
  • Receive and store incoming deliveries
  • Maintain work and storage areas for safety and sanitation compliance
  • Inspect function areas post-event
  • Communicate facility status and set-up staff performance
  • Follow safe storage, service and sanitation practices
  • Drive company motor vehicle within event areas
  • Perform other related duties as assigned by management

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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