Volunteers may be positioned around the city in order to make a helpful lasting impression on visitors. Volunteer areas may be at the #DEN event, transportation hubs, hotels, and the volunteer headquarters. Responsibilities include event planning, greeting, way-finding, information support, and volunteer headquarters & event support.

While available volunteer positions depend on each city, the below is a full list of positions:

Event Planning Committee Members: We need energetic, spirited and motivated individuals to work on planning committees in the areas of event logistics, event planning, corporate relations & partnering sponsorship, communications & public relations, guest experience & VIP relations and entertainment/programming in order to produce a highly successful event!

Group Leaders: Our group leaders are responsible for a team of table leaders. Group Leaders ensure communication is disseminated and that last minute issues on the day of the event are handled.

Table Leaders: Tables leaders ensure that everyone at their table sits/sets up at their designated space and that all rules are followed.

Information Specialist: Our information specialist may be stationed at locations around the host city or at the event. Their responsibilities may include registration, handling of VIPs, event support, etc.

The online volunteer application is now available. All applicants must fully complete the online application for consideration. Once completed, you will be contacted for an in-person/Skype interview.

All applicants must be at least 21 years old at the time of submission.

The safety and security of our volunteers and guests is top priority for all Diner en Noir events and lays the foundation for an exceptional experience. Your Social Security number SSN), or equivalent identification, is required in order to conduct the necessary background screening to participate in the volunteer program. This information is securely and confidentially stored in the volunteer management system until select decisions are made, and then securely and confidentially transmitted to the appropriate agency for screening.

Should to be selected to serve as a volunteer, you SSN will be required for our Volunteer Service Agreement (similar to an employment contract) as you be handling sensitive information, financial documentation, processing payment informaton and handling money.

Yes, Diner en Noir Membership is required to attend and volunteer all Diner en Noir events

After the completion of the online application, every applicant must complete a face-to-face/Skype interview. Volunteers will be selected based on enthusiasm, volunteer experience dedication to service and a set of determining factors based on the specific position. Once selected, volunteers must pass a criminal background check in order to participate.

Planning Committee Members are an integral part of the production and success of our Diner en Noir events, globally. They help streamline communication and provide structure and direction in fulfilling the expectations for both members, local vendors, and Diner en Noir Worldwide.

The following skills are required of all Planning Committee Members:

• Leadership

• Great communication

• Positivity

• Professionalism

• Experience leading large groups

• Dedication - able to commit at least 10 hours a week for 3 months leading to the event date

• Problem-solve

• Experience in one of the following areas:

  • Event planning

  • logistics

  • communications/public relations/marketing

  • corporate sponsorship, community/business engagement

Each Host City Planning Committee is usually comprised of the following sub-committees:

• Logistics

• Public Relations & Marketing

• Sponsorships & Business Engagement

• Attendee Engagement.

Selected individuals will be notified via email.

Once the event date is announced in your city, hundreds of members and their guests will anticipate the location and experience of the event. As a volunteer, you have an opportunity to represent your city during this historic event. With events scheduled throughout the globe, Diner en Noir is poised to be one of the largest growing dining events and being part of our events is a rare opportunity.

In addition to being a part of history volunteers receive the following overall and level-specific benefits:

Planning Committee Members: Will receive 2 Full Registration Tickets (for 4 people) for the current planning event. Please Note: Planning Committe Members must be active at least 4 weeks PRIOR to registration opening.

Group Leaders: Will receive 1 Full Registration Ticket to the NEXT Diner en Noir event happening in your city.

Table Leaders: Will receive 1 Dining Registration Ticket to the NEXT Diner en Noir event happening in your city.

Information Specialist: Volunteers who successfully work a TWO-hour shift will receive access to the Founder's Lounge "After-Dinner" Party with applicable benefits for the Member and their guest.

Supporting Your Local Community: Our events are community fundraising events supporting local mission-aligned non-profits.

Business/Brand Expansion: Expand your business/brand, grow contacts and resources, while working with a global organization synonymous with Black excellence, sophistication, and community support.