Runner/Busser (JALC)

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 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 an energetic, polished, and welcoming Part-Time Runner/Busser to join the team at Dizzy’s Club at Jazz at Lincoln Center. The Runner/Busser plays a crucial role in providing an exceptional dining experience for guests.

This position is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the dining area, supporting the service staff, and ensuring that food and beverages are delivered promptly and accurately Responsibilities Clear and reset tables efficiently while maintaining a clean and organized dining area. Maintain cleanliness of tables, floors, and chairs during service Assist servers with food delivery and provide guests with additional napkins, utensils, and other requested items.

Provide extra napkins, utensils, and other items as requested by guests or servers Communicate effectively with servers and kitchen staff to ensure timely and smooth service. Welcome and assist with seating guests as they arrive. Provide friendly, attentive service and respond to guest needs and concerns promptly Set up dining areas for service, including placing table settings, arranging centerpieces, and stocking supplies Assist with restaurant opening and closing duties Maintain cleanliness in service stations, restrooms, and other areas as needed.

Follow all health, safety, and sanitation standards. Assist with special events and functions as needed Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

Previous experience in a restaurant or similar hospitality role preferred. Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and perform the physical requirements of the position.

Join the Team Bring your passion for hospitality to one of New York City’s most exciting live jazz experiences. At Dizzy’s Club, every performance is unique—and every guest experience should be, too. If you love connecting with people, thrive in an energetic environment, and take pride in making guests feel genuinely welcomed, we’d love to hear from you.

Location: Dizzy’s Club at Jazz at Lincoln Center, New York, NY 10019. Schedule: Part-Time | Work Location: On-Site | Schedule: Evenings, including late nights and weekends. Base salary: $11.35 per hour + tips.

Benefits

Paid and unpaid safe and sick hours 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.