VIP Host/Server

Service Companies; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team as a VIP Host/Food Server for an exciting event with Cirque du Soleil in New York! This role is perfect for individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments and have a passion for delivering exceptional customer service. You'll be responsible for greeting guests, serving food, and ensuring the VIP area is immaculate. With a focus on hospitality and teamwork, you'll play a crucial role in creating memorable experiences for attendees. If you're ready to bring your friendly attitude and dedication to a unique event, this opportunity is for you!

Qualifications

• Professional appearance and ability to stand for long hours.
• Strong understanding of customer service and hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests, serve food and beverages, and maintain cleanliness.
• Participate in setup and teardown of kitchen and catering areas.

Skills

Customer Service

Hospitality

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Point-of-Sale System

Job description

Posted Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 8:00 AM

Now Hiring extraordinary individuals to work with one of our major clients,Cirque du Soleil in New York, NY!Cirque du Soleil is a major Quebec-based organization providing high-quality artistic entertainment.

If you're seeking work opportunities in the food & beverage, hospitality, guest services and onsite operations for events, check out the opportunities and come join us.

Job Title:VIP Host/Food Server

Show Dates:

• Feb 22nd, 2025 - April 27, 2025**MANDATORY TO BE AVAILABLE TO WORK FRIDAY, SATURDAY AND SUNDAY**

Primary responsibility

• Greet guests at the VIP entrance, scan their tickets, and hand them their VIP lanyards;
• Make sure that all customer needs are met in a prompt, professional, and efficient manner;
• Serves non-alcoholic beverages to guests (market dependent);
• Prepare VIP for dining by clothing tables and setting decorations, cleaning and vacuuming, placing furniture, etc.;
• Fill up beverage fridges and food stations, Perform inventory on supplies;
• Serve food to guests throughout the VIP tent and the attached terraces in a positive and friendly manner;
• Maintains strict cleanliness of the VIP area;
• Clear and clean tables with food, drinks and general garbage, clean coffee area, food service areas and VIP are in general;
• Ensures hand-washing stations are always in order and with soap and paper towel;
• Change garbage, compost and recycle bags, and throw out into assigned bins;
• Participate in the setup and tear down of the kitchen and catering areas;
• Assist other areas as needed;

The ideal candidate will

• Have a professional, clean appearance with a straight posture.
• Be physically able to stand up for long hours;
• Understand customer service and hospitality;
• Pay attention to the details, Work fast and efficiently under pressure;
• Have a welcoming and friendly attitude (smile and proper greetings);
• Work well with others and know when to get the help of a supervisor;
• Possess the ability to learn a point-of-sale system and retain the information;
• Availability for the whole city duration;
• Speak English Mandatory – other languages are an asset;

Physical Demands:

• This job may require extended periods of walking, standing, bending, lifting, twisting and kneeling for up to 8 hours.