We're seeking a Task Force Assistant General Manager to join our Operations team in NY. The Taskforce Assistant General Manager will report directly to the General Manager.
The Task Force Assistant General Manager supports all aspects of the Location/Property Management at their home location, as well as supports other locations through training, standards support, and temporary placements in accordance with Convene’s vision, mission and values including our core principles.
- Effectively communicate via verbal and written correspondence with all level of employees and clients; exhibiting GRIT in all interactions
- Support new training initiatives throughout the organization
- Support and facilitate standards checks at various properties throughout the organization
- Fill in as acting property leader during periods without at various locations throughout the organization
- Work dynamically and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines
- Oversee and coordinate the setup and execution of all functions
- Coach, mentor and develop all level of employees at your location
- Comply with Convene standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient operations including scheduling, varying according to the needs of the facility
- Maximize efforts towards productivity by identifying problem areas and implementing solutions
- Responsible for overseeing Service, Production, Culinary, and A/V teams including hiring, staffing, scheduling, training, payroll, and conducting performance reviews in accordance with Convene standards
- Ensure inspection of all conference center areas for cleanliness and maintenance on a regular basis
- Attend and run meetings in accordance to Convene meeting cadence, running efficient and productive agendas. Oversee daily and weekly PEO meetings as well as weekly staff meetings
- Responsible for controlling and maintaining all service equipment, communicating with facilities management and outside vendors to ensure all equipment remains in working order.
- Create and maintain positive relationships with building management
- Develop client relationships to ensure a successful event.
- Responsible for driving impactful financial decisions
- Maintain healthy financials, managing all aspects of your property’s PEO
- Assist with developing a healthy employee relations environment, including employee motivation and coaching.
- Provide overall direction, coordination, and ongoing evaluation of operations, production, culinary, and technology departments
- Ensure Standard Operating Procedures are consistent, up to date and being followed
- Review and update all internal and external forms and processes to ensure continuous improvement and quality standards
- Confirms that all payroll reports are accurate prior to approval and that all employees are compensated properly for their time.
- Alongside General Manager and Area Director of Operations, establish strategic plan and lead site via specific action steps to achieve financial, quality goals and survey scores
- Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Convene standards, as required by scheduling, which will vary according to the needs of the facility
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in hospitality, including previous supervisory experience
- Ability to travel throughout the New York City region
- Ability to lead, develop other team members
- Ability to work effectively with clients
- Flexible hours required
- Ability to move, lift, carry, push, pull and place objects up to 25 pounds without assistance
- Ability to reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping
- Ability to stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time
Base Salary:
Salary Min: $85,000 Salary Max: $90,000
This role is also eligible for Convene's annual incentive performance bonus plan.
This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors.
Convene is a global lifestyle hospitality company that designs and operates premium meeting, event, and flexible office spaces. It is the largest single provider of dedicated meeting and event venues in North America and the UK with a network of 39 locations across nine cities; Convene’s portfolio of brands includes etc.venues, Club 75, and the “by Convene” label for bespoke locations in partnership with other organizations. With a combined 44 years of experience, Convene brands bring hospitality and lifestyle into traditional commercial real estate assets, partnering with the industry’s top landlords to deliver increased building value while also creating premium experiences for tenants. The company counts Ares, RXR Realty, and Hudson’s Bay Company among its investors, and has been named one of America’s 100 Most Promising Companies by and a Best Workplace by magazine, magazine, and . Learn more at https://convene.com/.
At Convene, you’ll receive:
- Excellent health coverage for you and your family starting day one
- Medical and insurance navigation support through Eden Health
- Flexible vacation time plus time off for your birthday
- A Holiday closure each year to allow all employees to unplug and recharge
- 401K plan with company matching
- Professional development support
- A chance to be part of a dynamic, growing team
- The opportunity to have a significant impact on your team and the business in the work that you do
- A culture of GRIT (Genuine, Relentless, Integrity and Teamwork)
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What We Do
Convene is the leading provider of premium meeting and workday experiences with a global network of venues and flexible office locations. Combining design, technology, and hospitality to elevate today’s modern work experience, Convene creates the spaces and experiences that help teams succeed. With Studio, an all-in-one solution for digitally-enabled events, and 23 locations across the U.S. & London including meeting spaces and flexible workplaces, Convene creates your best day at work, wherever it happens. The company has been named one of America’s 100 Most Promising Companies by Forbes and a Best Workplace by both Inc. and Fortune Magazine.
Learn about what it is like to work here on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/lifeatconvene/
Why Work With Us
Be part of a passionate community of individuals dedicated to helping companies host their most important in-person, virtual, and hybrid events, or supporting them as they make their home in one of our premium office suites. Born from hospitality, fueled by grit - our people get us past the horizon. Join us: https://convene.com/careers/
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