Dining Host - Cornell - Part Time - Rotating Shifts

NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center is one of the premier medical institutions located in New York City, New York. Affiliated with Weill Cornell Medicine, this 862-bed medical center is renowned for providing comprehensive emergency, primary, and specialty care across virtually every medical discipline. The institution prides itself on delivering the highest quality and most compassionate care in a warm and friendly environment, making it a beacon of hope and healing not just for the New York metropolitan area but also for patients across the United States and around the globe. As part of the acclaimed NewYork-Presbyterian healthcare system, it stands out for its commitment to medical education, groundbreaking research, and innovative patient care, consistently earning recognition as a leader in these fields. The role of Dining Host at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center offers a unique opportunity to be part of this prestigious healthcare environment, serving patients, staff, and visitors by graciously delivering food and beverages in compliance with dietary restrictions. This part-time position requires working rotating shifts including weekends and holidays, ensuring attentive service in a highly professional setting. The Dining Host is expected to facilitate meal selections, articulate menu items and specials with appropriate descriptions, and ensure cleanliness and presentation standards by monitoring tableware and service equipment. Exceptional customer service skills are essential to promote menu items, take and repeat orders accurately, and engage with guests warmly and helpfully. This role not only enhances the dining experience but also contributes significantly to the overall patient care environment by fostering comfort and satisfaction during meal times. NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center values employees who demonstrate hospitality and professionalism, especially those with experience in formal food service settings. Preferred candidates bring strong backgrounds in room service or waiter roles, showcasing their ability to provide distinguished customer interactions in dynamic environments. The hospital also emphasizes a culture of respect, belonging, and inclusion, inviting prospective employees to join a workplace recognized as a great place to work by multiple prestigious honors and awards, including "Great Place To Work Certified" and "America's Best Large Employers" by Forbes in 2024. The compensation for the Dining Host role is competitive, with hourly wages ranging from $27.50 to $34.15, supplemented by comprehensive benefits that support employees and their families in various aspects of life. Employees must reside within commuting distance of the hospital as the role requires onsite presence. This opportunity represents a meaningful pathway to join a respected healthcare system where personal and professional growth is encouraged and valued, offering a fulfilling career in a caring, vibrant community.

• high school diploma or GED
• ability to read, write, and speak English sufficiently to understand menus, record orders, and communicate with guests
• ability to repeatedly transport large serving trays weighing up to 40 pounds through crowded areas
• availability for rotating shifts including weekends and holidays
• live within a commutable distance to NewYork-Presbyterian
• willingness to work onsite