Porter
Union Square Hospitality Group (USHG) has created some of New York's most beloved restaurants, cafs, and bars, offering outstanding food delivered with our signature warmth and hospitality. Founded by Danny Meyer with the opening of Union Square Cafe in 1985, USHG now includes an acclaimed portfolio of restaurants and an expanding collection of fast-casual concepts.
Born in 2017 from the kitchen of Danny Meyer's Union Square Cafe in New York City, Daily Provisions is a growing collection of all-day neighborhood cafes with restaurant roots. Daily Provisions offers a familiar, yet elevated, menu of classic dishes, including its signature crullers, all-day breakfast sandwiches with a runny yolk, and freshly brewed coffee and teas. Throughout the afternoon and evening, the restaurant serves chef-driven salads, made-to-order sandwiches, seasonal sides, and comforting dinner dishes like its famous Roast Chicken. A beloved neighborhood institution among New Yorkers, Daily Provisions has expanded to multiple locations total across New York, Jersey City, Boston, and Washington, D.C.
Who you are :
Porters are responsible for the overall cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and restaurant by washing pots and pans, keeping the kitchen and dining room areas clean, and ensuring adherence to proper sanitation standards. Porters are required to handle multiple daily responsibilities, display an ability and willingness to learn and take direction, and work in a team environment.
What you'll do :
- Consistently support a culture of Enlightened Hospitality
- Availability to work evening shifts
- Display cooperation, sense of urgency, house pride, and an unwavering care for our guests and food safety through high integrity performance of ware washing and facility maintenance duties
- Work with the kitchen team to keep all cookware and storage containers in good shape and returned to storage areas properly
- Learn and retain standard operating procedures for all sanitation duties while consistently following a timeline and cleaning project schedule
- Partner with kitchen team to promote teamwork and efficient excellence in station turnover and end of shift breakdown
- 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 kitchen support position within a similar environmentAbility to walk or stand for long periods of timeEnglish fluency and additional languages preferred, but not requiredWhat 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 Porter, you'll enjoy :
Competitive pay : Hourly rate of $17 / hourQuick access to earnings : Eligibility for the USHG Digital Wallet, where you'll have next-day access to earnings and flexible saving optionsComprehensive health coverage : Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus flexible spending options for healthcare and dependent careTime to recharge : Generous paid time off and paid parental leave to support life outside of workInvest in your future : A matched 401(k) plan to help you grow long-term savingsPeace of mind : Life insurance, employee assistance programs, and exclusive access to primary care, mental health, and other wellness servicesSupport in times of need : Access to the USHG HUGS Employee Relief Fund, offering direct assistance to team members facing unexpected hardshipDining Discount : A 51% dining discount across the entire USHG family of restaurants to share unforgettable meals with friends and loved onesConvenience & flexibility : Pre-tax commuter benefits for transit and parkingGrowth and community : Opportunities for learning, mentorship, and collaboration with some of the most passionate people in hospitalityPutting 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 belongTurn over the rocks and always be connecting dots to build uplifting experiences and relationshipsCenter the salt shaker with an unwavering commitment to excellence and the values that matter mostWrite a great next chapter. The road to success is paved with mistakes well-handledBring a charitable assumption and err on the side of generosityLeave our campsite better than we found it; always responsible for the impact of our wakeThe 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.