New York Craze

About the Concept We are a waterfront restaurant in Jersey City entering an exciting new chapter as a modern, Thai-inspired pan-Asian kitchen & bar. The concept blends bold Southeast Asian flavors, elevated casual dining, a cocktail-forward bar program, and a strong focus on year-round operations, takeout & delivery, and disciplined service standards. We are seeking a hands-on Restaurant Manager to help lead day-to-day operations, maintain structure across teams, and support inventory and vendor management across both FOH and BOH. Position Summary The Restaurant Manager is responsible for overseeing daily operations and front-of-house execution while partnering closely with the kitchen and bar teams to ensure consistency across service, labor, inventory, and the overall guest experience. This role requires a highly organized, detail-oriented operator who is comfortable managing inventory and vendor relationships, driving cost control, and leading cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, Asian or Asian-inspired restaurant environment. This is not a passive management role — the ideal candidate thrives in building systems, coaching teams, and driving results. Key Responsibilities Operations & Leadership • Oversee daily restaurant operations, with primary ownership of front-of-house execution, • Lead by example on the floor during service, ensuring pacing, quality, and hospitality standards, • Ensure proper opening and closing procedures are followed; personally open/close shifts as needed, • Partner closely with the kitchen and bar teams to maintain food and beverage consistency Inventory, Ordering & Vendor Management • Track and manage bar inventory levels, including spirits, wine, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages, • Monitor usage, par levels, and ordering cadence to minimize waste and stockouts, • Support BOH leadership with kitchen inventory and ordering, as needed, • Manage and maintain relationships with multiple vendors (food, beverage, beverage distributors, supplies), • Coordinate deliveries, resolve discrepancies, and ensure timely replenishment of stock, • Assist with cost control and inventory accuracy Team Management & Training • Hire, train, and develop FOH staff including servers, bartenders, runners, and hosts, • Enforce service standards, appearance guidelines, and operating procedures, • Conduct ongoing coaching, performance feedback, and corrective action when necessary, • Build clear training systems for menu knowledge, service flow, and guest interaction Labor, Scheduling & Performance • Create and manage schedules aligned with sales volume and labor targets, • Monitor labor cost, sales per labor hour, and staffing efficiency, • Ensure staff performance aligns with expectations and business needs Guest Experience • Handle guest concerns and service recovery professionally and efficiently, • Maintain a consistent, elevated guest experience during all service periods, • Monitor guest feedback and identify opportunities for improvement Financial & Administrative Oversight • Support inventory management and cost-control initiatives, • Review sales performance, labor metrics, and operational reports, • Utilize POS and restaurant management systems (Toast experience preferred) Qualifications • Minimum 4+ years of restaurant management experience in full-service dining, • Experience in Asian or Asian-inspired concepts strongly preferred, • Proven ability to manage high-volume service environments, • Ability to create and implement SOPs for FOH staff to follow and execute, • Strong understanding of FOH systems, labor management, and service standards, • Comfortable enforcing accountability and performance expectations, • Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills, • Proficiency with POS systems (Toast a plus), • Flexible availability including nights, weekends, and holidays What We Offer • Leadership role in a growing, evolving concept, • Opportunity to shape systems, standards, and culture, • Year-round operation with strong bar and dinner traffic, • Competitive compensation + performance bonus based on experience, • Growth potential as the concept continues to evolve If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you! Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

Job Title: Property Manager (Residential & Commercial Real Estate) Location: Fort Lee, NJ Job Type: Full-time Job Description: We are seeking a motivated and experienced Property Manager to oversee the daily operations of our portfolio of residential and commercial real estate properties in Fort Lee, NJ. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of property management experience, a customer-focused approach, and a strong knowledge of New Jersey real estate laws. This role involves managing tenant relations, property maintenance, leasing, and ensuring that properties operate efficiently and profitably. Key Responsibilities: • Property Oversight: Manage day-to-day operations of both residential and commercial properties, ensuring properties are well-maintained and tenant issues are addressed promptly and professionally., • Tenant Relations: Serve as the primary point of contact for tenants, addressing inquiries, concerns, and complaints. Handle lease renewals, evictions, and manage lease agreements., • Lease Management: Oversee the execution of lease agreements, ensuring all terms are met. Monitor rent collections and work with the bookkeeper to address delinquent accounts., • Maintenance & Repairs: Coordinate and manage property maintenance, repairs, and inspections for both residential and commercial properties. Ensure compliance with safety and local regulations., • Vendor Management: Work with contractors and vendors for services such as landscaping, cleaning, security, and repairs. Negotiate contracts to ensure cost-effective services., • Financial Oversight: Collaborate with the bookkeeper to ensure accurate billing, rent collection, and financial reporting. Assist in preparing property budgets and monitoring expenses., • Marketing & Leasing: Advertise vacant properties, conduct property showings, and manage the leasing process to ensure properties are filled promptly. Set competitive rental rates., • Compliance & Regulations: Ensure properties comply with New Jersey state laws and local regulations, including landlord-tenant laws, and maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes in real estate regulations., • Reporting: Provide regular updates to ownership or senior management on property performance, occupancy rates, maintenance issues, and tenant feedback., • 2-3 years of experience in property management, with a proven track record of managing both residential and commercial real estate properties., • Knowledge of New Jersey real estate laws, including landlord-tenant laws and local regulations., • Experience using AppFolio or other property management software is preferred., • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with tenants, contractors, and vendors., • Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple properties., • Ability to handle emergency situations calmly and professionally., • Knowledge of basic maintenance and repair processes, or the ability to coordinate and supervise maintenance personnel., • Ability to negotiate contracts and manage vendor relationships effectively., • Bachelor’s degree in real estate, business, or a related field is a plus, but not required.

Bar & Restaurant Event Hall on the Mezzanine Job Responsibilities: Providing excellent customer service and experience: Restaurant service captains are responsible for customer satisfaction and providing flawless service to guests. • Planning event details and executing events from start to finish, • Thanking guests and conveying gratitude while they are exiting, • Explaining different menu items and offering recommendations, • Answering any questions about the ingredients of a dish on the menu, • Serving food and beverages to guests, if required, • Addressing any guests’ complaints or requests Managing guest reservations and seating: Managing reservations and seating plans effectively can be crucial for a restaurant to operate smoothly and ensure customer satisfaction. Captains usually assist guests with table reservations and seating and ensure that all tables have adequate furniture and utensils. They also convey this information to help chefs in the kitchen department and the serving staff prepare for the day. During operational hours, captains are generally available at reservation desk to receive guests with advance reservations or respond to queries about waiting time. Organizing special events and parties: Restaurants may host special events such as private parties or large group dining. Captains play an integral role in this process, as they liaison between the guests and restaurant staff to ensure that the restaurant meets all requirements related to food, seating and decor. Captains are also responsible for detailing event details and preparing the menu. Inspecting the hygiene and cleanliness of restaurant premises: Besides supervising the cleanliness of the entire premises, captains usually ensure that the table, tableware, drinkware, linen ,and cutlery are clean and hygienic. They are also typically responsible for following all safety and hygiene regulations to ensure compliance with laws. When they are serving tables, captains also usually clear the table and may pack uneaten food items for guests. Collecting customer feedback for improvement: As captains interact with guests during their dining experience, they are responsible for collecting customer feedback and reviews about the food and service. They generally check with guests about their overall experience and specific feedback about each food product or beverage. Captains also forward this information to chefs and managers to help improve the restaurant's menu, quality and service. Managing and training junior servers and staff: Captains help manage and train junior servers and other staff members. They typically acquaint new staff members with the restaurant's protocols and culture and may conduct short onboarding training sessions. Important skills of a restaurant captain • Communication, • Communication is important for professionals in the restaurant industry to interact with guests, coordinate with colleagues and offer excellent customer service, • Customer service, • Customer service skills are crucial in the food and beverage industry as these professionals regularly interact with guests and customers. Being polite, having a pleasing personality and providing customers with a pleasant experience are some aspects of having strong customer service skills., • Knowledge of food and beverages, • Strong knowledge of different cuisines, food, ingredients and beverages can be essential for restaurant service captains. This can help them answer queries about items on the menu and share information about different dishes. This knowledge can also be beneficial in helping customize their orders as per allergies and special dietary requirements. Similarly, being culturally aware can help captains serve guests from different backgrounds and identities effectively., • Collaboration and coordination, • Captains require strong collaboration and coordination skills as they interact with guests, chefs, servers and other staff regularly. These abilities can help convey relevant information timely and ensure guests have a comfortable dining experience. These skills can also help them develop strong professional relationships with colleagues and create a positive workplace culture for their team members., • Attention to detail, • Multitasking