Event Host at Cocoon Upper West Side

Cocoon is a rapidly expanding members-only club for families, offering a blend of play spaces, classes, and community support inspired by Montessori and Reggio Emilia philosophies. Located in Tribeca and the Upper West Side, Cocoon is committed to inclusivity, with every membership fee supporting prenatal and postpartum programming for parents of all income levels.

Job Description
Cocoon is seeking enthusiastic and detail-oriented Event Hosts with experience in hospitality, customer service, and event maintenance. The ideal candidates should have a knack for creating memorable experiences, especially for families and children, and be skilled in maintaining a clean, organized environment during events. Event Hosts play a crucial role in ensuring that each event, including birthday parties, runs smoothly and delivers a high-quality experience for all guests. We hire kind-hearted professionals who tackle every challenge—no task too small, no goal too big.

Key Responsibilities:

• Set up and break down event spaces, including decorations, food and drink stations, table arrangements, bounce houses, helium balloons, goodie bags, and more.
• Manage the event timeline (e.g., scheduling food service, cake cutting, and other key moments).
• Serve food and drinks, including pizza, catered items, cakes, and alcoholic beverages, in line with event requirements.
• Perform or be willing to learn creative skills such as balloon twisting, face painting, and glitter tattoos to enhance the event experience. Training can be provided for these skills if needed.
• Collaborate closely with the Events Manager and party team to ensure seamless event execution.
• Uphold Cocoon's core values and contribute to our mission of providing exceptional family experiences.
• Maintain the cleanliness and orderliness of the entire facility throughout the event.
• Perform cleaning tasks, including sweeping, mopping, running the dishwasher, and emptying trash cans.
• Assemble and rearrange furniture as needed for different event setups.
• Assist with closing and securing the facility at the end of the day.

Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum of 1 year in events, customer service, and hospitality.
• Experience working with children is preferred but not required.
• A keen eye for detail and a positive, can-do attitude.
• Ability to work well under pressure, multitask, and manage time effectively..

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $30.00 per hour

Schedule:

• On-call
• Weekends

Application Process:
We’re thrilled that you’re interested in joining our dynamic team at Cocoon! If you possess a passion for events, a commitment to hospitality excellence, and a genuine affinity for working with children, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume along with a brief cover letter highlighting your relevant experience to Karl at hr@joincocoon.com. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

Pay: From $30.00 per hour

Experience:

• Customer service: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person