NYC Front Desk Steward
Othership
USD 18-20 / hour
Posted on Oct 2, 2025
NYC Front Desk Steward
Job Overview
The Stewards’s role is of crucial importance to the overall experience of the journeyers. Stewards are the first person the journeyer (clients) meets when they enter the ship and the last person the journeyer see's when they leave, making our first and lasting impression. Stewards are the face and representative of the brand!
The Othership Steward is an individual who understands and embodies the Othership vision and core values. Stewards fit into a healthy, mindfulness driven environment, are personable, passionate, accountable and possesses a positive, encouraging and warm demeanour. The Steward is highly professional and possess leadership qualities within in their community.
The Front Desk Steward is responsible for managing multiple customer service aspects of the business; they are responsible for welcoming and checking in journeyers and overseeing the flow of the journeyers throughout the space, oversee the needs and operations of the facility, provide support to sauna guides and deckhands (cleaning support team) and are able to remain calm and organized in a fast paced environment.
Part-time opportunities available. Evening and weekend availability required.
Responsibilities
Being the face of Othership by embodying our core values through communicating with enthusiasm, empathy, respect and kindness to our journeyers and patrons, always with a consistent and strong expression of the highest customer service.
Offering thoughtful, clear communications with operations manager, fellow management colleagues, guides and cleaning support team.
Is knowledgeable and upholds an awareness of the mission, core values and culture of Othership.
Reports to Ship Captain: customer service needs, client account issues, sales reports, cleaning support needs including; regular inventory reporting, studio maintenance issues and any operational needs.
Responsible for managing all customer service needs: checking in journeyers, answering multitudes of phone calls + email inquiries. Engages in our discord channels, offers journeyer relationship development and offers proactive solutions for journeyer needs and complaints.
Responsible for managing Mariana Tek (database software); manages and oversees class sign-in and attendance, sales and booking services. Keeps journeyer accounts accurate and up to date; manages membership contracts; cancellations and collects overdue accounts.
Responsible for managing the reception desk: cultivates and builds community in all interactions through developing journeyer relationships; takes ownership of the journeyer experience; drives sales; has knowledge of the ship, all programming, promotions and sales.
Responsible for overseeing and maintaining facility operations: regular circulation of all areas to ensure proper organization and cleanliness; front desk, change rooms, maintaining tea room, sauna + ice bath maintenance, washrooms and staff/storage room, laundry, retail and organizes lost-and-found items.
Physical Requirements
Able to work on your feet for 8 hours
Able to move, pull carry or lift 20 pounds
Must be able to kneel, bend, reach, climb and stand for long durations of time
Able to work in an environment with large temperature variations
Qualifications
Must be available to work 2-3 shifts per week; ability to work a flexible schedule including, early mornings, late nights, weekends and some holidays (open year round)
Has an understanding of the lifestyle and a passion for growing the Othership community
Customer focused: Serving with empathy, kindness, patience and support
Uses the practices (sauna + Ice bath + breathwork + mindfulness)
Personally committed to continuous improvement and development
Outgoing, empathetic and friendly personality with a strong ability to connect with others
Strong work ethic and habits including reliability, punctuality, and organizational skills
Ability to multi-task and function in a fast paced environment; communicates clearly, is a self-starter and team player
Willingness to gain understanding and familiarity with the classes and programming offered at Othership
Proficiency with computers, Mariana Tek (client booking software) and Notion
Previous customer service, administrative and management experience required; fitness, wellness industry and sales experience preferred
Must have the proven ability to drive revenue, possess excellent time management, organizational and follow-up skills
Benefits
Engaging in charitable and community causes that make a positive impact
Personal development through training with world-leading facilitators
Access to exclusive services, nature retreats, and training programs
Discounts for friends and family to share the Othership experience
Access to partner services that complement your wellness journey
Retail and product discounts for your personal enjoyment
Exciting team events and activities to foster connections and camaraderie
Compensation
$18-$20 per hour based on experience
Promotion opportunities
About Us
Othership is building the future of emotional wellness through an immersive and social sauna + ice bath experience. We offer a sauna to sweat, ice baths to drop-in and a commons to be yourself with others.
We believe that learning to regulate yourself and your emotions in a world that can’t be regulated can and should be a memorable voyage – maybe even an adventure.
Our vision is to create peak experiences that enhance emotional and physical well-being in a way that inspires awe and belonging for all communities.
At Othership, you will experience incredible personal growth opportunities with training around emotional connection, being accountable and showing up, improving vulnerability and being seen, building more gratitude, and being of service to others.
You will help people transform their lives everyday — conquer fears, feel an experience of awe and magic, beat addiction, get healthy, get in touch with their emotions, feel self love. The Othership experience is powerful! If making people smile drives happiness for you, this happens daily — every single shift.
How to Apply
We love people that are excited about our mission. Please fill out the short survey below so we can get to know you more. You will then be prompted to complete a short 3 question video survey so we can dig in a little deeper.
1) Complete the application form below
2) Upon application submission, answer three short questions in the VideoAsk intake
After completing the survey and video ask survey, qualified candidates will be contacted via e-mail to schedule a zoom interview and review next steps.