Hostess & Mates
The Honorable William Wall is a vessel and NYC's most unique summer venue. It is run by Manhattan Sailing Club and located in NY Harbor.
The club is currently looking to fill a Hostess position as well as Mate positions.
The Hostess position is a person who will handle reservations to visit the clubhouse and field requests for private events. General hours are 12 noon to 8 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. This job involves working at a computer to process requests. The job also involves checking people in for the launch and making sure those people with reservations get the limited spots 9the clubhouse holds 149 people).
Mates are an entry level
position into the marine industry. Mates assist USCG-licensed captains in
the operation of several vessels.
To be a good mate, you need to
be well-presented and dressed. Partial uniforms will be provided.
You need to be dependable and show up always on-time (or 5 minutes is better).
You need to be focused on your job and fast at tying up boats and making cleats.
You need to be aware of your surroundings and be able to anticipate customer
safety and needs. If you are energetic, a
self-starter, learn quickly, take direction well and can focus on details, this
can be you entry into the marine industry. You will also accumulate
valuable "days" on USCG-certified vessels which are required in order to get a
USCG Masters License. Mates are enrolled in random drug testing and must
pass a pre-employment screening.
Salary for these positions is $15 per hour. Work is Tuesday through Saturday. This position will be from now through the end of the season which is just after Columbus Day Weekend.
If you are interested in applying to be a Hostess or Mate at the sailing club, please complete this form below: