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  • Food Truck Chef
    Food Truck Chef
    1 month ago
    $2500–$4000 monthly
    Full-time
    Carlstadt

    Overview We're seeking an experienced, high-energy Food Truck Chef to lead daily kitchen operations and deliver consistently delicious, high-quality meals to our customers. This role is perfect for a chef who thrives in a fast-paced, mobile environment - someone who can manage prep efficiently, maintain tight food/safety standards, and create menu items that cater to our established clientele. In this position, you'll oversee cooking and line service during service hours, ensure smooth workflow in a limited space, and help maintain our signature flavors - from prep to plating and serving. You'll also collaborate with the team on menu execution, ingredient sourcing, and day-to-day improvements to operations. This is an exciting opportunity to showcase your culinary expertise with a constantly growing and expanding culinary group. Cowbella's Sizzlin' Street Food is parked at Bolero Snort Brewery and Tasting Room in Carlstadt, NJ. Duties • Prepare and cook a variety of menu items with precision, ensuring consistent quality and presentation., • Oversee daily kitchen operations, including inventory control, food safety compliance, and equipment maintenance., • Lead and supervise a small team of kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative and motivated work environment., • Manage food production schedules to meet customer demand during peak hours and special events., • Plan menus that incorporate fresh ingredients, dietary considerations, and innovative flavor combinations., • Ensure proper food handling procedures are followed to uphold hygiene standards and safety regulations., • Coordinate with vendors for timely procurement of ingredients and supplies, maintaining optimal inventory levels. Skills • Some culinary experience with a strong love in food preparation, cooking, and kitchen management., • Proven supervising experience in fast-paced restaurant or catering environments., • Knowledge of dietary restrictions and ability to adapt recipes accordingly., • Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage teams effectively and maintain high morale., • Experience in inventory management, food safety protocols, and food service management practices., • Excellent organizational skills for menu planning, shift management, and ensuring smooth daily operations.

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  • Restaurant Manager
    Restaurant Manager
    5 days ago
    $65000–$75000 yearly
    Full-time
    Hackensack

    JOB DESCRIPTION | RESTAURANT MANAGER FOH Are you ready to lead where every shift feels like a celebration? At Rosa Mexicano, we blend the vibrant spirit of Mexico with elevated dining and unforgettable hospitality. We're looking for a passionate, driven Operations Manager who believes great restaurants are built on people, pride, and performance. This is more than a management job — it's your chance take ownership of your business, lead a team with heart, and deliver Warm Latin Hospitality while maximizing results. Bring your leadership, hospitality instinct, and entrepreneurial mindset — we'll provide the platform and tools. WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING WITH US • A culture rooted in Passion, Respect, Integrity, Determination, Excellence, • Real ownership mentality — lead your restaurant like it's your own, • Strong bonus potential tied to sales, guest experience, and profitability, • Dining discounts for you (and your favorite people!), • Health & commuter benefits, • Career growth across our Rosa Mexicano family WHAT YOU'LL DO Lead With Hospitality • Create regular guests — you are the tone-setter for Warm Latin Hospitality, • Coach your team to anticipate guest needs and create unforgettable moments, • Handle guest feedback with care, urgency, and grace, • Ensure our brand story — from Chef Josefina Howard's legacy to our tableside guacamole — is alive in every shift Own Your Business • Drive sales through smart floor leadership, upselling culture, and local store marketing, • Manage labor, scheduling, and productivity to hit financial targets, • Monitor PMIX, check averages, and guest counts to grow revenue, • Control costs while protecting quality Build & Develop Your Team • Recruit, hire, and train FOH team members with RM standards, • Lead inspiring pre-shifts and ongoing training, • Coach Salesmanship daily, • Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and celebration, • Recognize great performance — because appreciation drives retention Execute With Excellence • Maintain service steps, sanitation standards, and DOH compliance, • Ensure clean, organized dining rooms and bars — never walk past a napkin, • Communicate constantly with BOH and bar teams, • Protect brand standards for food, beverage, and presentation, • Lead responsible alcohol service Skills & Qualifications • 2+ years restaurant management experience preferred, • Strong knowledge of restaurant financials (labor %, COGS, PMIX, P&L basics), • Excellent communication and leadership skills, • Comfortable in a fast-paced, high-energy environment, • Experience with POS & scheduling systems (Toast, Harri/7Shifts, Restaurant365 a plus), • Flexible schedule — evenings, weekends, holidays, • Ability to stand/walk for extended periods, • Ability to lift up to 40 lbs, • Comfortable working in both dining room and bar environments Benefits • Competitive salary + performance bonus, • Health, dental, vision options, • Paid time off, • Dining discounts, • Career growth opportunities across Rosa Mexicano

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  • Produce Associate ($18-$20)
    Produce Associate ($18-$20)
    10 days ago
    $18–$20 hourly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Led by dynamic owner Joe Gurrera (and his commitment to superior quality) Citarella has grown from a respected NYC fish market into a full-scale, Ultimate Gourmet Market with locations across New York City, the Hamptons, and Greenwich, Connecticut. A family-run business, we’re driven by a passion for great food. We delight customers with the finest selection of fresh seafood, prime, dry-aged beef, chef-prepared specialties and handcrafted pastries, international cheeses, imported groceries, and more. Join our team of seasoned professionals and become a part of the fabric of the New York food scene. As a member of the Produce team, our team members must take pride in having a vast knowledge of our produce items. They will deliver exceptional guest service, be responsible for display items for the department, monitor waste, and be a strong team player. Responsibilities & Duties: • Help department to maximize sales by providing exceptional guest service., • Ability to increase sales by suggestively selling products to every guest., • Unload products from truck, break down pallets, take in deliveries, and separate produce for sales floor, and cooler., • Process and/or wraps produce items prior to filling displays., • Basic knife skills., • Responsible for product rotation, facing, restocking, culling, product displays., • Adhere to all DOH, DOA and OSHA standards. Handle chemicals (spectrum veggie wash and sanitize solution)., • Follow, maintain and perform safety and sanitation procedures; throughout all shifts., • Communicate effectively with peers and management., • Always maintain professionalism and treat everyone with respect and courtesy., • Must always be guest focus and forward facing., • Adhere to all assigned duties by management team. Minimum Requirements • Minimum of 6 months to 1 year with food handling, guest service and sales experience., • Exceptional guest service, organization, and merchandizing skills., • Ability to retain product knowledge., • Ability to act with a sense of urgency and remain productive in a fast-paced environment., • Must possess problem solving skills., • Empowered team player willing to assist fellow associates. Additional Requirements: • Report to work at the scheduled time, neatly groomed, and the in the correct uniform, • The associate is occasionally required to sit, stand, reach, lift, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, push and pull items weighing 20–75 pounds., • The position requires manual dexterity, visual skills, and the ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures, • Ability to work within temperature-controlled environments, • Handling and controlling cleaning supplies, • Maintain a clean and safe environment by following Citarella and DOA standards, • Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays, • Other duties may be assigned as business needs change. IN RETURN, WE OFFER! Competitive Wages, Medical/Dental/Vision /Company sponsored life insurance benefits, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Discounts, Paid Time Off, 401k Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match! Citarella is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

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  • FOH Manager
    FOH Manager
    5 days ago
    $75000–$85000 yearly
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    JOB DESCRIPTION | RESTAURANT MANAGER FOH Are you ready to lead where every shift feels like a celebration? At Rosa Mexicano, we blend the vibrant spirit of Mexico with elevated dining and unforgettable hospitality. We're looking for a passionate, driven Operations Manager who believes great restaurants are built on people, pride, and performance. This is more than a management job — it's your chance take ownership of your business, lead a team with heart, and deliver Warm Latin Hospitality while maximizing results. Bring your leadership, hospitality instinct, and entrepreneurial mindset — we'll provide the platform and tools. WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING WITH US • A culture rooted in Passion, Respect, Integrity, Determination, Excellence, • Real ownership mentality — lead your restaurant like it's your own, • Strong bonus potential tied to sales, guest experience, and profitability, • Dining discounts for you (and your favorite people!), • Health & commuter benefits, • Career growth across our Rosa Mexicano family WHAT YOU'LL DO Lead With Hospitality • Create regular guests — you are the tone-setter for Warm Latin Hospitality, • Coach your team to anticipate guest needs and create unforgettable moments, • Handle guest feedback with care, urgency, and grace, • Ensure our brand story — from Chef Josefina Howard's legacy to our tableside guacamole — is alive in every shift Own Your Business • Drive sales through smart floor leadership, upselling culture, and local store marketing, • Manage labor, scheduling, and productivity to hit financial targets, • Monitor PMIX, check averages, and guest counts to grow revenue, • Control costs while protecting quality Build & Develop Your Team • Recruit, hire, and train FOH team members with RM standards, • Lead inspiring pre-shifts and ongoing training, • Coach Salesmanship daily, • Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and celebration, • Recognize great performance — because appreciation drives retention Execute With Excellence • Maintain service steps, sanitation standards, and DOH compliance, • Ensure clean, organized dining rooms and bars — never walk past a napkin, • Communicate constantly with BOH and bar teams, • Protect brand standards for food, beverage, and presentation, • Lead responsible alcohol service Skills & Qualifications • 2+ years restaurant management experience preferred, • Strong knowledge of restaurant financials (labor %, COGS, PMIX, P&L basics), • Excellent communication and leadership skills, • Comfortable in a fast-paced, high-energy environment, • Experience with POS & scheduling systems (Toast, Harri/7Shifts, Restaurant365 a plus), • Flexible schedule — evenings, weekends, holidays, • Ability to stand/walk for extended periods, • Ability to lift up to 40 lbs, • Comfortable working in both dining room and bar environments Benefits • Competitive salary + performance bonus, • Health, dental, vision options, • Paid time off, • Dining discounts, • Career growth opportunities across Rosa Mexicano

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  • FOH Manager
    FOH Manager
    5 days ago
    $75000–$85000 yearly
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    JOB DESCRIPTION | RESTAURANT MANAGER FOH Are you ready to lead where every shift feels like a celebration? At Rosa Mexicano, we blend the vibrant spirit of Mexico with elevated dining and unforgettable hospitality. We're looking for a passionate, driven Operations Manager who believes great restaurants are built on people, pride, and performance. This is more than a management job — it's your chance take ownership of your business, lead a team with heart, and deliver Warm Latin Hospitality while maximizing results. Bring your leadership, hospitality instinct, and entrepreneurial mindset — we'll provide the platform and tools. WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING WITH US • A culture rooted in Passion, Respect, Integrity, Determination, Excellence, • Real ownership mentality — lead your restaurant like it's your own, • Strong bonus potential tied to sales, guest experience, and profitability, • Dining discounts for you (and your favorite people!), • Health & commuter benefits, • Career growth across our Rosa Mexicano family WHAT YOU'LL DO Lead With Hospitality • Create regular guests — you are the tone-setter for Warm Latin Hospitality, • Coach your team to anticipate guest needs and create unforgettable moments, • Handle guest feedback with care, urgency, and grace, • Ensure our brand story — from Chef Josefina Howard's legacy to our tableside guacamole — is alive in every shift Own Your Business • Drive sales through smart floor leadership, upselling culture, and local store marketing, • Manage labor, scheduling, and productivity to hit financial targets, • Monitor PMIX, check averages, and guest counts to grow revenue, • Control costs while protecting quality Build & Develop Your Team • Recruit, hire, and train FOH team members with RM standards, • Lead inspiring pre-shifts and ongoing training, • Coach Salesmanship daily, • Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and celebration, • Recognize great performance — because appreciation drives retention Execute With Excellence • Maintain service steps, sanitation standards, and DOH compliance, • Ensure clean, organized dining rooms and bars — never walk past a napkin, • Communicate constantly with BOH and bar teams, • Protect brand standards for food, beverage, and presentation, • Lead responsible alcohol service Skills & Qualifications • 2+ years restaurant management experience preferred, • Strong knowledge of restaurant financials (labor %, COGS, PMIX, P&L basics), • Excellent communication and leadership skills, • Comfortable in a fast-paced, high-energy environment, • Experience with POS & scheduling systems (Toast, Harri/7Shifts, Restaurant365 a plus), • Flexible schedule — evenings, weekends, holidays, • Ability to stand/walk for extended periods, • Ability to lift up to 40 lbs, • Comfortable working in both dining room and bar environments Benefits • Competitive salary + performance bonus, • Health, dental, vision options, • Paid time off, • Dining discounts, • Career growth opportunities across Rosa Mexicano

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  • Sous Chef
    Sous Chef
    5 days ago
    $75000–$85000 yearly
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Rosa Mexicano Restaurants, a NYC based, successful casual fine dining restaurant group known for outstanding hospitality and service and for offering an authentic menu. Sous Chef are responsible for assisting with the overall success of the food program and overseeing culinary functions for the restaurant. The position entails assisting the Executive Chef / Chef in all phases of planning, ordering, inventory, and food preparation. The Sous Chef motivates, trains, develops, and directs the back of house employees preparing and cooking foods to accomplish the objectives of the operation to the satisfaction of the customers, clients, and management. Key Responsibilities: • Evaluates food products to ensure that quality standards are consistently attained., • Assists in coordinating and participating in the preparation and cooking of various food items., • Rolls out new culinary programs in conjunction with the marketing and culinary team., • Assists the Executive Chef / Chef with managing cost controls and controlling expenditure., • Trains kitchen staff in food preparation, safe handling, operation of equipment, food safety and sanitation based on Company and regulatory standards, • Establishes and maintains cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment, storage and work areas. Ensures that kitchen staff follows and completes schedules as assigned, • Maintains inventory of food and non-food supplies to stay within established guidelines while assuring that necessary product is available when needed, • Makes all decisions regarding utilization of leftover food products staying within Company guidelines for such products, • Complies with federal, state and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures as evidenced through local health department and third-party audits, • Participates and attends departmental meetings, staff development, and professional programs, as appropriate Preferred Qualifications: • Culinary degree preferred, • Bachelor's Degree in Food Services Technology/Management/or related field preferred, • Three to five years of progressive culinary or kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training, • Experience with planning and managing catering events from a culinary perspective, • Strong leadership skills and desire to work with an industry leader, • Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation, • Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office, Email and the Internet), • Ability to communicate on various levels including management, departmental, customer and associate, • Ability to work a continuously flexible schedule including days, evenings, and weekends with varying days off to support a seven-day-a-week dining operation, • ServSafe® Certification

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  • Food Runner
    Food Runner
    5 days ago
    Part-time
    Hackensack

    JOB DESCRIPTION | FOOD RUNNER Are you ready to work where every shift feels like a celebration? At Rosa Mexicano, we combine the vibrant spirit of Mexico with an elevated dining experience — and we're looking for passionate, upbeat Food Runners to join our team! If you thrive in a fast-paced, fun environment and love creating memorable moments for guests, this is your chance to shine. Bring your energy, hospitality, and smile — we'll provide the rest! Why You'll Love Working With Us • A culture that celebrates teamwork, diversity, and genuine hospitality, • Great earning potential and career growth opportunities, • Dining discounts for you (and your favorite people!), • Commuter benefits & health coverage options, • A place where your personality matters as much as your skills What You'll Do • We believe in Warm Latin Hospitality, welcome every guest like they're walking into your home, • Serve up the best part of the guest experience – the culinary experience, • Follow our Service Steps as outlined, • Double check each dish at Expo for accuracy, special requests, and timing, • Garnish and finish every plate before it leaves the kitchen, following our recipe specs, • Move with purpose and positivity, staying calm and focused even when the restaurant is buzzing, • Ensure food arrives promptly, presented by seat numbers, and at the right temperature, • Maintain all Health and Sanitation Standards, • Keep a "never walk past a napkin on the floor" mentality, • Act as the link between the dining room and the kitchen, communicating effectively, • Work with Chef and the kitchen to maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked expo area so the kitchen runs efficiently through every rush, • Quickly clean and turnover tables to maintain dining room efficiency, • Handle glassware, silverware, and plateware with care, • Participate in pre-shifts, trainings, and team meetings — because we grow together, • Work together with your teammates to keep the energy high and the service seamless — at Rosa Mexicano, teamwork is always on the menu Interested? Walk in any day of the week between lunch and dinner service (2-5 PM) Ask for a manager; we never miss the chance to meet top talent. Skills and Qualifications • Guest Service Experience - 1 Year preferred, • Ability to multi-task while staying organized, • Ability to stand on your feet through a shift, • High School Degree or GED required COMPETITIVE PAY Consistent with experience Supplemental Pay Tips Rosa Mexicano provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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  • Food Runner
    Food Runner
    5 days ago
    Part-time
    Hackensack

    JOB DESCRIPTION | FOOD RUNNER Are you ready to work where every shift feels like a celebration? At Rosa Mexicano, we combine the vibrant spirit of Mexico with an elevated dining experience — and we're looking for passionate, upbeat Food Runners to join our team! If you thrive in a fast-paced, fun environment and love creating memorable moments for guests, this is your chance to shine. Bring your energy, hospitality, and smile — we'll provide the rest! Why You'll Love Working With Us • A culture that celebrates teamwork, diversity, and genuine hospitality, • Great earning potential and career growth opportunities, • Dining discounts for you (and your favorite people!), • Commuter benefits & health coverage options, • A place where your personality matters as much as your skills What You'll Do • We believe in Warm Latin Hospitality, welcome every guest like they're walking into your home, • Serve up the best part of the guest experience – the culinary experience, • Follow our Service Steps as outlined, • Double check each dish at Expo for accuracy, special requests, and timing, • Garnish and finish every plate before it leaves the kitchen, following our recipe specs, • Move with purpose and positivity, staying calm and focused even when the restaurant is buzzing, • Ensure food arrives promptly, presented by seat numbers, and at the right temperature, • Maintain all Health and Sanitation Standards, • Keep a "never walk past a napkin on the floor" mentality, • Act as the link between the dining room and the kitchen, communicating effectively, • Work with Chef and the kitchen to maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked expo area so the kitchen runs efficiently through every rush, • Quickly clean and turnover tables to maintain dining room efficiency, • Handle glassware, silverware, and plateware with care, • Participate in pre-shifts, trainings, and team meetings — because we grow together, • Work together with your teammates to keep the energy high and the service seamless — at Rosa Mexicano, teamwork is always on the menu Interested? Walk in any day of the week between lunch and dinner service (2-5 PM) Ask for a manager; we never miss the chance to meet top talent. Skills and Qualifications • Guest Service Experience - 1 Year preferred, • Ability to multi-task while staying organized, • Ability to stand on your feet through a shift, • High School Degree or GED required COMPETITIVE PAY Consistent with experience Supplemental Pay Tips Rosa Mexicano provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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