About us:

From innovative menus and striking design to impeccable service and critical attention to detail, at Great Performances, we weave our mission into all we do. Serving New York City for over four decades Great Performances has evolved from a waitress staffing agency to the leading catering, events, and hospitality companies in the greater New York area. We provide food services in an array of celebrated New York City cultural institutions including Jazz at Lincoln Center, Brooklyn Museum, Brooklyn Academy of Music, Wave Hill, and The Apollo Theater. We are known for full-service catering and events, corporate workplace dining and amenity programs, and large-scale event and festival production. Great Performances is the nation’s first caterer to own and operate an organic farm, Katchkie Farm located in Kinderhook, NY. Progressive from the start, we consistently set the pace for industry best practices.

We are seeking highly motivated and talented individuals to join our team and to support our vision, mission, and values through everything they do. If you share our passion and want to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to apply. 

Our Vision: Building Community to Better Our World

Our Mission: Unleash Joy through Genuine Hospitality

Our Core Values:

Craftsmanship: developing new menus, designs, and moments to deliver engaging experiences to our clients and guests.

People: creating fair access, opportunity, and advancement for everyone. Our employees are our greatest asset.

Sustainability: upholding and elevating standards for sustainable behaviors that support our planet.

Collaboration: aligning with our clients’, colleagues’, and community’s visions to execute a successful experience.

Doing Good through Food: engaging in action around food access, health and wellness, education, and philanthropy.

We are seeking a Café/Pantry Attendant to join our team at Great Performances. This role is perfect for someone who takes pride in creating a clean, organized, and fully stocked café and pantry while delivering outstanding customer service. You’ll help ensure a warm, welcoming atmosphere and support the seamless flow of daily food and beverage operations.

Responsibilities

• Set up, stock, and maintain café and pantry areas with food, beverages, and supplies.
• Prepare and serve coffee, tea, and light food items as needed.
• Ensure all pantry items are fresh, properly labeled, and replenished throughout the day.
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the café, pantry, and dining areas.
• Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines at all times.
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate restocking needs to management.
• Assist with receiving and organizing deliveries.
• Provide friendly, professional service to guests and employees.
• Support event or meeting setups with pantry items when required.
• Operate basic equipment such as coffee machines, microwaves, and dishwashers.
• Performs additional duties as required based on the needs of the operation.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of relevant experience in a cafe, pantry, hospitality, or hospitality setting preferred.
• Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multitask effectively.
• Reliable, punctual, and detail-oriented.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic understanding of inventory and stocking procedures.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds and stand for extended periods.
• Flexible schedule, including early mornings, evenings, or weekends as needed.

Location: New York, NY

Schedule: Full Time, On-Site

Base salary: $26.00/hour

Benefits: PTO, 401K, Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, Transit, Safe & Sick Time, and FSA (Flexible Spending Account)

Must be able to provide valid documentation that you are legally eligible to work in the United States.

Great Performances is an equal opportunity employer. At Great Performances we employ qualified individuals based solely on ability, training, and experience. Great Performances does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment or promotion based on race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.