Maintenance Personnel

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 Maintenance Personnel is responsible for overseeing the maintenance of all events hosted at Manhatta including the set-up of furniture and fixtures. The primary responsibility will be working with the events; however, there is some overlap with maintenance needs on the restaurant side. This person will be required to maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment for all employees and operations. We are looking to fill this role for the holiday season, with potential for long term employment.


What you’ll do:

• Consistently support a culture of Enlightened Hospitality
• Maintain a clean event space, including but not limited to sweeping and mopping floors, dusting of walls and fixtures, vacuuming carpets, and cleaning bathrooms
• Immediately resolve minor repairs such as hanging light bulbs, getting floor re-stained or filling in scratches
• Movement of furniture: tables, chairs, couches, lounge furniture
• Coordinate with both kitchen and service teams during events to ensure both have the necessary supplies needed to properly execute the event (i.e. CGS, linens, disposables, decor)
• Coordinate with event staff at the end of an event to ensure each room is flipped from the current event and set for the next
• Coordinate with the dishwashing team to ensure all used CGS is returned to its proper storage location

What we need from you:

• Previous experience in maintenance or in a similar setting
• Ability to move and lift objects of 20Ibs or more. May involve reaching with arms and hands, bending and stooping
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time

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 Maintenance Personnel, you’ll enjoy:

• Competitive pay: Hourly rate of $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
• Dining Discount: A 51% dining discount across the entire USHG family of restaurants to share unforgettable meals with friends and loved ones
• 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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