Job Description

Union Square Events

  • We are hiring immediately for a full time CASHIER/BARISTA position.
  • Location: Summit 1 Vanderbilt - 1 Vanderbilt Avenue, New York, NY 10017 Note: online applications accepted only.
  • Schedule: Full time schedule. Hours and days may vary, including nights and weekends; more details upon interview.
  • Requirement: Previous cashier, server, or food and beverage experience is preferred.
  • Pay Rate: $18.00 per hour

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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.

Job Summary



Summary: Prepares, presents and serves food.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Serves food and maintains points of service and beverage stations for product and cleanliness.
  • Preps fresh fruits and vegetables.
  • Uses approved food recipes and production standards to ensure proper quality, serving temperatures and standard portion control.
  • Prepares and serves branded products according to brand specification following specified recipes and portion control.
  • Assembles products to service, including front-line finish product cooking.
  • Assists cook and senior food-service worker.
  • Operates induction burners, ovens, grills, fryers, mechanical cutting equipment, mixers and other manual kitchen utensils.
  • Completes food production records.
  • Prepares items on the grill, in the pizza oven and exhibition style.
  • Completes daily, weekly and monthly cleaning.
  • Serves customers in an efficient, friendly manner, resolving concerns when necessary.
  • Interacts with coworkers to ensure compliance with company service standards, and inventory and cash-control procedures.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Abides by all Company policies and procedures including but not limited to:

  • The use of a medium weight cut gloves when handling or using knives, peelers, choppers, mandolins or cleaning a slicer.

  • The use of oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers or steamtables.

  • The use of slip-resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques.

Union Square Events maintains a drug-free workplace.

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here for paid time off benefits information.


Req ID: 1376027

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