Polisher

USHG; New York (NY); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

USHG Digital Wallet access

Health coverage (medical, dental, VSP)

Paid time off & parental leave

Matched 401(k) plan

Life insurance & wellness services

Dining discount across USHG

Job summary

Manhatta, a premier dining room perched in Lower Manhattan, is seeking a Polisher to support the kitchen and service teams. This role maintains stock of china, glass, silver, and linens, ensuring an orderly station and a hospitable guest environment.

Applicants should be able to stand for long periods, carry items up to 30 lbs, and communicate effectively with staff. USHG offers generous benefits and growth opportunities within a renowned hospitality group.

Qualifications

• Experience in a restaurant support role preferred.
• English fluency; additional languages optional.

Responsibilities

• Support service stations by stocking, organizing, and ensuring supplies are accessible to kitchen teams.
• Maintain a welcoming environment and assist guests and staff as needed.
• Communicate effectively with staff, management, and kitchen during service.
• Demonstrate willingness to learn and grow within the team.
• Perform additional duties to support team objectives and operations.

Skills

English fluency

Multitask support

Job description

Description

Perched sixty stories above Lower Manhattan, Manhatta serves seasonal, inspired cooking, and offers stunning views of New York City, its bridges, and waterways. Manhatta is a restaurant and full-service event space from Danny Meyer’s Union Square Hospitality Group, combining sky-high views with down-to-earth hospitality.

Who you are

The Polisher is an important partner to our Kitchen team and is responsible for maintaining, organizing, and stocking all supplies and materials for service, such as china, glass, silver, and linens.

What you’ll do

• Consistently support a culture of Enlightened Hospitality
• Demonstrates a willingness to support all team members with the ability to multitask while maintaining a calm demeanor on and off the floor
• Ensure all service stations are stocked, organized, and supplies are accessible to the Kitchen Service teams
• Create a welcoming and hospitable environment for all guests
• Communicates effectively with staff members, management, and the kitchen during service
• Demonstrates an eagerness to continue to learn and grow
• Perform additional responsibilities as needed and other duties as assigned to support team objectives and operational success.

What we need from you

• Experience in a restaurant support role within a full-service restaurant preferred, but not required
• English fluency and additional languages preferred, but not required
• Ability to stand or walk long periods of time
• Ability to balance & carry multiple plates, glass racks and or/glasses, and lift objects up to 30 lbs.

What you’ll get from us

At Union Square Hospitality Group, extending Enlightened Hospitality is at the heart of everything we do. We believe our people are our greatest ingredient. Joining our team means becoming part of a culture rooted in care, creativity, and growth. As a Polisher, you’ll enjoy:

• Competitive pay: Hourly rate of $18 - $20/hr
• Quick access to earnings: Eligibility for the USHG Digital Wallet, where you\'ll have next-day access to earnings and flexible saving options
• Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus flexible spending options for healthcare and dependent care
• Time to recharge: Generous paid time off and paid parental leave to support life outside of work
• Invest in your future: A matched 401(k) plan to help you grow long-term savings
• Peace of mind: Life insurance, employee assistance programs, and exclusive access to primary care, mental health, and other wellness services
• Support in times of need: Access to the USHG HUGS Employee Relief Fund, offering direct assistance to team members facing unexpected hardship
• Hospitality perks: 51% dining discount across the entire USHG family of restaurants
• Convenience & flexibility: Pre-tax commuter benefits for transit and parking
• Growth and community: Opportunities for learning, mentorship, and collaboration with some of the most passionate people in hospitality

Putting Enlightened Hospitality into Practice

Integral to our culture are our six behaviors. Our behaviors guide how we work together.

• We play to win with humble swagger. Hospitality is a team sport where everyone deserves an opportunity to thrive and belong
• Turn over the rocks and always be connecting dots to build uplifting experiences and relationships
• Center the salt shaker with an unwavering commitment to excellence and the values that matter most
• Write a great next chapter. The road to success is paved with mistakes well-handled
• Bring a charitable assumption and err on the side of generosity
• Leave our campsite better than we found it; always responsible for the impact of our wake

*The above represents the expected hourly range for this position. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we'll consider your experience and other job-related factors.

The responsibilities outlined above are not exhaustive. This role may be required to take on other duties or projects as necessary to support organizational goals, in alignment with their skills, experience, and the evolving needs of the business.

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