EVENT STAFF

EVENT STAFF

Event’s and Catering Staff by Gotham

Full-Service Hospitality Teams for Every NYC Occasion

Gotham Catering Event Staffing Services in New York

Gotham Catering offers a full suite of professional event staffing services to support corporate functions, social gatherings, brand activations, and private events in New York. Each team member is carefully selected for their professionalism, appearance, and service expertise.

Core Event Staff:

  • Event Captains – Oversee event logistics and lead on-site staff coordination.
  • Bartenders – Trained mixologists providing expert beverage service with professionalism and flair.
  • Event Servers – Attentive, experienced staff ensuring smooth food and drink service throughout the event.
  • Baristas – Skilled in preparing espresso drinks, tea service, and specialty café offerings.
  • Model Servers – Sophisticated presence for upscale events, combining service with style.
  • Brand Ambassadors – Charismatic professionals ideal for representing brands at launches, promotions, and experiential events.

Supplementary Staff Roles:

  • DJs and music specialists
  • Photographers and videographers
  • Florists and floral designers
  • Event motivators and emcees
  • Hostesses and greeters
  • Chefs, line cooks, and carvers
  • Buffet attendants, bussers, and sanitation staff
  • Dishwashers, pantry staff, and food prep
  • Maitre D’s, bar backs, and floor captains
  • Butlers, ushers, door staff, and security personnel
  • General hospitality staff for high-volume or specialty service

Whether you're planning a formal gala, pop-up activation, or private celebration, Gotham’s staffing team delivers consistency, polish, and peace of mind—ensuring your event runs seamlessly from start to finish. Discover our full event staff capabilities.

Trained, Professional, and Always on Brand

What separates Gotham from typical staffing services is our commitment to training, presentation, and performance. We assign event professionals who not only meet but exceed the expectations of upscale hospitality. From brand ambassadors for fashion week to floor captains at executive dinners, each role is filled with a specialist who knows how to blend service with situational awareness. Our teams adapt their appearance, approach, and communication style to suit your event tone—whether that’s a cocktail reception, mitzvah, graduation party, or all-day seminar. Learn more about how we pair staffing with complete event and corporate planning.

More Than Just Staff – Seamless Event Execution

Because our staff is trained within a catering-first company, their awareness of service flow is unmatched. We don’t just assign people—we place them inside an operational plan that considers venue layout, timing, food service, guest experience, and vendor coordination. From pantry support to plated dinners, Gotham’s approach ensures that your team arrives ready to execute, not guess. If you already work with our workplace dining team, staffing can be integrated into your internal hospitality calendar.

Styled, Themed, and Photo-Ready Service Teams

Gotham's hospitality staff are not just functional—they’re curated to enhance your event’s visual experience. For themed events, pop-ups, and branded activations, our model servers and brand ambassadors dress and serve in alignment with your aesthetic. When paired with our in-house floral design, rental setups, and lighting packages, your service team becomes part of the presentation. For creative concepts like casino nights, engagement parties, or New Year’s Eve celebrations, we even help plan the staff styling. Explore how our team aligns with your vision through our floral designs and arrangements.

Bar Services and Beverage Specialists

From elegant wine-paired dinners to interactive cocktail stations, Gotham Catering’s bar staff executes beverage service with precision and flair. Our bartenders and bar backs are trained mixologists who manage custom drink menus, open bars, and specialty cocktails. Baristas are also available for morning or mid-event coffee service, delivering espresso drinks and teas with the same level of polish. We bring and set up full-service bars, glassware, and staging materials tailored to your event. Browse our party equipment rentals for beverage stations, bar structures, and presentation upgrades.

Supporting Teams for Media, Entertainment, and Logistics

Great events require more than just service staff. Gotham provides experienced DJs, emcees, motivators, and greeters to engage your guests. Behind the scenes, chefs, line cooks, buffet attendants, bussers, and dishwashers keep things running smoothly. For branded or social experiences, we offer skilled photographers and videographers to capture the energy and elegance of your event without disrupting flow. These professionals work alongside our floor captains, security, and usher staff to ensure nothing is missed.

Staffed for Celebration — From Baby Showers to Galas

Every celebration is an opportunity to make guests feel special—and the staff plays a big role in that impression. Whether you're planning a bridal shower, bar mitzvah, charity dinner, posh lounge event, or themed farewell party, Gotham scales the right team to fit. We take into account location, timeline, guest count, and tone to assemble the ideal staff roster. When your event includes a custom dessert bar or multi-tiered display, our team coordinates delivery and setup with your wedding cake or sweets designer.

Plan With Confidence Using Gotham’s Resources

Our clients don’t just hire staff—they gain a partner in event execution. We support organizers, HR teams, venue managers, and brand reps with planning tools, event flow checklists, and service guides to keep things on track. From initial staffing estimates to day-of coordination and post-event breakdown, our systems are designed to reduce stress and improve outcomes. Visit our resources page to explore how we simplify staffing and event logistics for every type of NYC gathering.

Book Your Event Staffing Team Today

Whether you’re hosting a pop-up, holiday event, engagement party, or corporate seminar, Gotham’s hospitality staff is ready to serve. We provide more than hands—we deliver presence, professionalism, and peace of mind. With a seamless blend of service roles, stylistic presentation, and logistical support, your event will feel effortless from start to finish. Get in touch with our staffing coordinators to start building your team today.

Staffing Prices

Position Rate Per Hour Sat/Sun Rate (5 Hour Minimum)
Event Captain $75 $100
Model Staff $75 $100
Head Waiter $60 $90
Chef $75 $110
Sanit Captain $75 $110
Kitchen Assistant $60 $90
Licensed Bartender $120 $140
Bartender $75 $100
Waiter $50 $75
Doorman $50 $75
Busser $50 $75
Sanitation $50 $75
Restroom Attendant $50 $75

Minimums:

4-hour minimum Monday–Thursday and a 5-hour minimum Saturday/Sunday.

Notes:

  • Rates may be higher for last-minute bookings, holidays, or premium/model staff.
  • Service fees and administrative charges may apply.
  • Actual rates can vary by event type, and experience level.
  • For the most accurate quote, contact us with event details.

EVENT STAFF Questions —Answered

More Questions?

What types of event staff does Gotham Catering provide?

We provide event captains, bartenders, servers, baristas, model servers, brand ambassadors, and many other professional roles tailored for both corporate and social events.

Can Gotham supply back-of-house staff like cooks and dishwashers?

Yes. Our staffing includes chefs, line cooks, carvers, buffet attendants, bussers, dishwashers, pantry staff, and general prep crew members.

Do you provide staff for large-scale events and small private parties?

Absolutely. Our team is scalable—from intimate gatherings to large galas or brand activations with over 1,000 guests.

Are Gotham’s staff trained and uniformed?

Yes. All staff are professionally trained, service-oriented, and dressed appropriately for your event’s tone—ranging from formal to themed.

Can I request model servers or brand ambassadors for my event?

Yes. We offer upscale service options including model servers and charismatic brand ambassadors, ideal for fashion events, launches, or VIP settings.

What types of beverage staff are available?

We provide bartenders, bar backs, and baristas experienced in everything from cocktail mixology to espresso service and wine pours.

Do you also staff entertainment and media professionals?

Yes. We offer DJs, emcees, event motivators, as well as photographers and videographers familiar with branded and private event environments.

Can you staff themed or seasonal events like casino nights or holiday parties?

Definitely. We help design the staff style and roles to match themes for bar mitzvahs, casino nights, bridal showers, holiday celebrations, and more.

What areas do you serve?

We provide staffing services across New York City, the Hamptons, and the Tri-State area.

How do I book staff through Gotham Catering?

Simply contact our team with your event details. We’ll guide you through staff selection, timing, and coordination based on your event needs.

Let’s Start Planning Your Event!

Our planners are standing by to answer your questions and bring your vision to life.

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Let’s Start Planning Your Event!

Our planners are standing by to answer your questions and bring your vision to life
Contact Gotham Catering And Events For Your Next Event . Corporate or wedding Gotham catering And Events will offer you the best services available. From Healthy Choices To Special diets please call us today. Contact Gotham Catering