PORTER (FULL TIME)

Location: Union Square Events - 147 41st, 4th Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11232

About the role

At Union Square Events and CxRA, we believe great hospitality starts with great people. Together, our organizations combine culinary excellence, operational expertise, and genuine hospitality to create exceptional experiences across New York City and beyond. Founded in 2005, Union Square Events has grown into a leading hospitality company serving a diverse portfolio of cultural, corporate, entertainment, and private venues, while CxRA—established in 1996 as the catering arm of Restaurant Associates—has built a reputation for highly customized events, innovative menus, and impeccable execution. In 2026, Union Square Events and CxRA began operating from a shared kitchen and commissary, expanding opportunities for collaboration, innovation, and culinary excellence across both brands. Team members have the opportunity to support a diverse range of venues and events while contributing to organizations that share a commitment to quality, professionalism, and exceptional hospitality. Together, we believe great hospitality is about more than outstanding food—it’s about creating memorable experiences and making every guest feel genuinely welcomed.

Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of the front of the house, including all tables, counters, floors, windows, and beverage station.

Responsibilities

• Ensures tables are bussed, cleared and cleaned and floors are cleared and swept during peak service times and are prepped prior to service.
• Follows safety procedures when transporting dishes and utensils from the front of the house to the kitchen area using trays, bus tubs or carts.
• Washes dishes, glasses and pots; cleans cooking stations and equipment to expedite a smooth flow of service while maintaining sanitation standards.
• Scrapes and rinses food from dishes and washes them by hand or places them in racks or on conveyor to dishwashing machine depending on assigned equipment. Ensures complete cleanliness and sanitation.
• Keeps display equipment clean, free of debris and in compliance with all safety and sanitation standards during meal service.
• Helps receive heavy deliveries from dock and transports them to assigned storage areas while observing all safe lifting standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Ensures proper presentation, portion control and maintenance of serving temperatures; follows HACCP standards.
• Personal commitment to your own safety and that of others.
• 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.

Requirements

• Previous porter experience is preferred.

Schedule

Full time; Monday through Friday, hours may vary. More details upon interview.

Pay

Pay Range: $17.00 per hour to $20.00 per hour. Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available.