Hospitality Associate - New Club Opening

Job DetailsJob Location: Chelsea Piers Fitness - Hudson Square - New York, NY 10014Salary Range: $18.00 - $18.00 HourlyJob Category: HospitalityAbout Chelsea Piers:
At Chelsea Piers you will find colleagues who are passionate about what we do. Careers at Chelsea Piers offer unmatched facilities, excellent benefits, and proven career growth opportunities for people who are passionate about transforming the lives of our community through sports, fitness, and event experiences.

With four locations in NYC and growing, Chelsea Piers Fitness is redefining the luxury fitness experience. We are a community built on Empowerment, Purpose, Transformation, and Community. Our Hospitality Associates are the heartbeat of our brand – setting the tone for every workout, every recovery session, and every member interaction.

The Opportunity

At Chelsea Piers Fitness, we’re more than a gym – we’re a destination for connection, transformation, and community. As a Hospitality Associate, you’ll be the first and last impression for every member who walks through our doors and you have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the member experience. If you’re passionate about people, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and are looking to grow your career in the fitness and wellness space – we want to meet you.

Our newest location, opening in Hudson Square this fall, is a 50,000 sq-ft facility spanning three floors in the heart of downtown Manhattan, just steps from the West Village and Greenwich Village. The club will feature four boutique fitness studios, a full-service Recovery Suite with cold plunges and sauna, and an expansive Member Lounge for co-working and community events. This is a unique opportunity to join our Hudson Square founding team and help bring the Chelsea Piers Fitness brand of hospitality to a brand-new neighborhood – building that culture from the ground up.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

You’ll Make Someone’s Day – every shift is a chance to do purpose-driven work and help someone feel seen, supported, and successful.

You’ll Play As A Team – we win together and support each other every day.

You’ll Experience Pathways for Growth – when you pay attention to the details and take ownership of your responsibilities, you open the door to opportunities across the organization.

It’s Fun – employees receive a complimentary all-access membership to Chelsea Piers Fitness plus discounts on in-club services.

The Role & Responsibilities

As a Hospitality Associate, you will have the responsibility of delivering excellent 5-star hospitality in line with our Chelsea Piers Standards of Excellence and our High Five Approach – creating moments of genuine connection, recognition, and warmth in every interaction.

The responsibilities and duties described here are representative of those an employee must perform. This is not a comprehensive list and other duties may be assigned.

Welcoming every member, prospective member and guest like a regular – using names when possible and creating a warm first and last impression

Mastering our member systems to ensure smooth check-ins, class arrivals, and guest experiences

Answering phones and member questions with energy, empathy and ownership – ensuring every interaction feels personal and helpful

Supporting shift-specific needs like front desk, concierge, marketing, or street team activations

Keeping an eye on everything – facilities, locker rooms, events, and personal training sessions – and submitting tickets through appropriate systems

Monitoring guest awareness and maintaining security awareness

Problem solving like a pro – you’ll be trained to resolve issues and know when to escalate

Collaborating with every department, from sales to operations, because hospitality – and recognizing great work – touches everything

Qualifications

This Role Is For You If You Are

A natural people-person who believes small moments matter – a smile, a name, a high five – and takes pride in making someone’s day

A team player who takes pride in their work

A proactive problem solver

Energized by the fitness & wellness world, regardless of your background – we welcome athletes, performers, coaches, or creators!

Excited to learn, grow, and take on new challenges

Calm under pressure and able to multitask in a high-traffic, high-energy space

Flexible with your schedule – availability on nights, weekends, and holidays

Comfortable standing for extended periods and lifting up to 30 lbs

Preferred Qualifications

6+ months experience in customer service, hospitality, or fitness

Knowledge of gym operations, group fitness, or front-line tech platforms

High school diploma/GED required. Preferably Associate Degree or higher

Compensation

Status: part or full-time availability depends on club’s needs

Part-time = 12-29 hours

Full-time = 30-39 hours

Pay Transparency

$18/hour

Anticipated Start Date

Two weeks prior to the club opening (targeting fall 2026)