Porter-Quick Hire!|Union City,NJ,USA,NJ|USHG | Hiring

The Modern is a renowned Michelin-starred contemporary American restaurant located within the prestigious Museum of Modern Art in New York City. Celebrated for its exceptional culinary artistry, The Modern offers guests highly refined and creatively playful dishes that emphasize the highest quality ingredients and seasonality. The restaurant features two unique dining experiences: a bold and sophisticated tasting or prix fixe menu available in the elegant dining room, and an à la carte menu served in the vibrant Bar Room. With two Michelin stars, a coveted Three Star review from the New York Times, four James Beard Awards, and the Grand Award from Wine Spectator, The Modern has established itself as a leader in fine dining and an icon in the culinary community. Union Square Hospitality Group, the esteemed organization behind The Modern, is currently hiring for the position of Porter. This is a full-time role offering competitive pay with an hourly rate of $17, alongside excellent benefits. The Porter is a key member of the kitchen and restaurant team responsible for maintaining cleanliness, organization, and sanitation standards in a fast-paced and demanding environment. The role requires supporting both the kitchen and dining room by washing pots and pans, ensuring all kitchenware and storage containers are in good condition and returned to their proper places, and following rigorous cleaning schedules and standard operating procedures. Ideal candidates should possess experience in a similar kitchen support position, demonstrate the ability and eagerness to learn, work effectively within a team, and uphold the highest standards of food safety and hygiene. The Porter position also requires physical stamina as individuals will be standing or walking for long periods and must be able to work evening shifts. English fluency is required, with additional languages considered an asset. Employees at The Modern enjoy a supportive, growth-oriented culture deeply rooted in care and creativity thanks to the larger Union Square Hospitality Group. The group offers unparalleled opportunities for personal and professional development, combined with comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off including parental leave, a matched 401(k) plan for retirement savings, life insurance, and access to wellness and mental health resources. Furthermore, team members gain additional perks including a substantial dining discount across the Union Square Hospitality Group family of restaurants, pre-tax commuter benefits, and financial assistance during times of hardship through the HUGS Employee Relief Fund. As a Porter at The Modern, you contribute to an environment where excellence, teamwork, and enlightened hospitality are paramount. Your diligence and commitment to facility upkeep directly enhance the dining experience for guests and support the restaurant’s mission to deliver unparalleled culinary service. The Modern values integrity, urgency, and pride in every task performed, welcoming individuals ready to engage in a collaborative setting and grow within a world-class hospitality organization.

• experience in a kitchen support position within a similar environment
• ability to walk or stand for long periods of time
• ability to work evening shifts
• English fluency
• additional languages preferred but not required