Assistant Manager - Dolly's Swing and Dive - New York

About Us At Blank Street, we're on a mission to become the defining food and beverage brand of our generation. From the very beginning, we've set out to add a spark to ordinary experiences through elevated products, attention-to-detail, and a commitment to making every moment memorable. We're motivated by the millions of customers we serve across cities, and know that our potential is unlimited. It all starts with our people and their commitment to make magic happen each and every day. Like the sound of this? Keep reading. Add a Spark to the Ordinary... Blank Street is in search of a Talent Acquisition Managerto lead and innovate our recruiting efforts across the US. We're seeking someone who thrives at both thinking strategically and getting things done. In this role, you'll own the end-to-end talent acquisition lifecycle for a growing brand, partnering closely with leaders across the business to hire exceptional talent for our stores and HQ team. You'll drive recruiting strategy, employer branding, and process improvement all while delivering an outstanding candidate experience in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. This is a fully in-person role based at our Brooklyn, NY HQ, reporting to the Senior Director of People. Who We're Looking For What You'll Own • Support the execution of hiring top talent at HQ, • Lead the execution of hiring an A+ barista and shift lead talent pool, • Deliver data driven insights to elevate hiring performance, • Innovate and evolve our recruitment strategy Requirements • 4+ years of experience in Talent Acquisition or Recruitment at a high-growth, consumer-focused brand, • Experience managing and building a team of direct reports is a plus., • Proven ability to manage multiple projects and drive them to completion, • Track record of building scalable, metrics-driven recruitment processes that incorporate continuous feedback and improvement, • Experience with compensation benchmarking and pay band research Benefits \& Perks: • $100,000 - $130,000 annual base salary, • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage. Blank Street covers the full premium for low and mid-tier employee-only plans., • Paid sick time, • Paid time off + company holidays, • Paid parental leave, • Equity, • Learning and development opportunities. We're growing and we'd like for you to be a part of the journey.

At NAYA, we're on an exciting journey - growing fast, sharing authentic, fresh and nutritious Middle Eastern flavors, and building a team that grows right along with us. At NAYA, our mission is to share the Middle Eastern flavors that nourish and inspire us We are looking for an experienced, passionate person to grow with us as we live our mission. If you're ready to lead with heart, inspire others, and be part of something bigger, NAYA is the place to make it happen. You will love working at NAYA We believe great people deserve great rewards. NAYA offers a comprehensive and people-focused benefits package designed to support you at work and beyond, including: • Competitive pay to recognize your impact, • Competitive bonus plan Paid Vacation time • Medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you healthy and thriving, • Flexible Spending Account, • Commuter benefits to make life easier, • Employee discounts and free NAYA meals --- because we believe in enjoying what we serve, • Pet Insurance - because, • Growth opportunities at every level --- we invest in developing leaders from within Employee Assistance, Pay on Demand, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, and much more! At NAYA, you'll find more than a job --- you'll find a community that values you, supports your goals, and celebrates your success. The Guest Experience Manager is responsible for leading and evolving NAYA's end-to-end guest experience strategy across all channels --- including digital, in-store, and post-visit engagement. This role goes beyond response management to build scalable systems, insights, and processes that elevate guest satisfaction, loyalty, and brand perception. You will serve as the voice of the guest at a strategic level --- translating feedback into actionable insights, partnering cross-functionally to drive improvements, and ensuring consistency in how NAYA shows up for every guest. This is a highly visible role requiring a balance of empathy, operational awareness, analytical thinking, and leadership. How You'll Impact • Build and lead a best-in-class guest experience function that scales with NAYA's growth, • Increase guest satisfaction, retention, and brand loyalty through thoughtful engagement and recovery strategies, • Influence operational, digital, and marketing decisions through actionable guest insights, • Establish consistent, high-quality standards for guest communication across all platforms What You'll Do Guest Experience Strategy Leadership • Own and evolve NAYA's guest experience vision, standards, and communication approach, • Develop scalable processes for managing guest feedback across all channels, • Define success metrics (CSAT, response time, resolution rates, sentiment trends) and drive performance against them, • Lead initiatives that proactively enhance the guest journey, not just react to issues Guest Communication Recovery • Oversee all guest communications across email, surveys, social media, and third-party platforms, • Ensure responses are timely, empathetic, brand-aligned, and solutions-driven, • Design and implement elevated recovery strategies that turn negative experiences into loyalty-building moments, • Guide tone, voice, and messaging consistency across channels Insights Continuous Improvement • Analyze guest feedback to identify trends, root causes, and opportunities, • Translate insights into clear, actionable recommendations for Operations, Marketing, and Technology teams, • Partner cross-functionally to implement changes that improve both in-store and digital experiences, • Create reporting dashboards and regular insights summaries for leadership Cross-Functional Collaboration • Act as the central liaison between guest experience and internal teams, • Escalate and track critical issues, ensuring accountability and resolution, • Collaborate on product, menu, and operational changes based on guest feedback Systems, Tools Process Optimization • Own and optimize CRM and reputation management tools (e.g., Tattle, SOCI, Olo Engage, Yext, Salesforce, etc.), • Improve workflows, automation, and documentation practices, • Ensure all guest interactions are properly tracked, categorized, and leveraged for insights Operational Brand Alignment • Maintain deep knowledge of NAYA's menu, operations, and evolving systems, • Ensure all guest-facing communication reflects current offerings and brand standards, • Identify gaps between intended and actual guest experience What you Bring • 3+ years of experience in guest experience, customer experience, or hospitality operations (multi-unit or high-growth environment preferred), • Proven ability to move from execution to strategy --- building systems, not just managing tasks, • Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal), with a strong sense of tone and brand voice, • Experience with CRM, guest feedback, and reputation management platforms, • Strong analytical mindset with the ability to turn data into action, • High attention to detail and organizational discipline, • Experience collaborating cross-functionally and influencing without direct authority A mindset that is: • Guest-obsessed: Sees every interaction as an opportunity to build trust and loyalty, • Strategic thinker: Looks beyond individual issues to identify patterns and long-term solutions, • Empathetic communicator: Balances care with clarity in every interaction, • Operator at heart: Understands the realities of restaurant environments and designs practical solutions, • Curious and growth-driven: Continuously looks for ways to improve systems, tools, and outcomes Ownership mentality: Takes full accountability for the guest experience end-to-end

At NAYA, we're on an exciting journey - growing fast, sharing authentic, fresh and nutritious Middle Eastern flavors, and building a team that grows right along with us. We are looking for experienced, passionate General Managers to grow with us! At NAYA, your development is our priority --- we train, mentor, and promote from within because we believe our people are the heart of our success. If you're a natural leader who loves great food, thrives in a team environment, and is excited to build your future with a brand on the rise, we want to meet you! If you're ready to lead with heart, inspire others, and be part of something bigger, NAYA is the place to make it happen. Reports to: Area Manager You will love working at NAYA We believe great people deserve great rewards. NAYA offers a comprehensive and people-focused benefits package designed to support you at work and beyond, including: • More on the way! At NAYA, you'll find more than a job --- you'll find a community that values you, supports your goals, and celebrates your success. How You'll Impact The General Manager is responsible for inspiring, managing, developing, hiring and training the restaurant staff and management team. The GM is also accountable for meeting stated objectives in sales, costs, employee retention, guest service and satisfaction, food quality, cleanliness and sanitation. What You'll Do • Ensures, and is accountable for, the profitability of the store by growing sales and controlling labor, cost of goods and operating expenses., • Hires, trains, manages, coaches, counsels, and evaluates all team members in partnership with the Human Resources Business Partner., • Responsible for creating a culture of development in the restaurant., • Must be able to develop Shift Leaders into their role as well as develop them to be the future General Managers at NAYA., • Achieves NAYA's objectives in sales, service, quality, cleanliness, and restaurant appearance through staff training and creating a positive and productive environment, • Ensures that all food and beverage items are prepared and served in a timely manner and according to NAYA's recipes, portioning, cooking, and serving standards, • Creates and approves the weekly schedule and ensures proper staffing levels per business needs while meeting labor targets and FWW compliance., • Actively builds and maintains the reputation of NAYA in the community, including monitoring online reviews, taking necessary recovery and recognition activity with the guests and team members, • Controls inventories of food, equipment, smallware, and report issues as necessary, • Conducts ordering and monthly inventory, • Reviews daily time punches for accuracy; addresses time clock abuse (clocking in early or late) via coaching and/or documentation, • Submits weekly payroll for approval, • Controls cash and other receipts by adhering to cash handling and reconciliation procedures in accordance with restaurant policies and procedures, • Utilizes daily, weekly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting tools, • Ensures all administrative tasks are complete in a timely manner, like weekly payroll, accident and injury reporting etc., • Supports any marketing initiatives and promotions. Who You Are • 5+ years of restaurant management/leadership operations experience, • Strong leadership, analytical and problem-solving skills, • Superior interpersonal skills and ability to earn trust and respect from colleagues and staff, • Exceptional financial acumen, • Thrives in a constantly evolving, fast-paced environment, • Strong written and verbal communication skills, • Ability to utilize traditional software programs such as Gmail, Microsoft Office and any additional systems as needed; Ability to access and accurately input information using a moderately complex computer system, • Able to work nights, weekends and holidays, and variable schedule, per the needs of the business, • Able to lift at least 50 pounds on a regular basis and bend, stoop, stand and perform extensive walking for 8-10 hours a day

At NAYA, we're on an exciting journey - growing fast, sharing authentic, fresh and nutritious Middle Eastern flavors, and building a team that grows right along with us. Our mission is to build genuine connections through the Middle Eastern flavors that nourish and inspire us We are looking for an experienced, passionate person to grow with us as we live our mission. If you're ready to lead with heart, inspire others, and be part of something bigger, NAYA is the place to make it happen. You will love working at NAYA We believe great people deserve great rewards. NAYA offers a comprehensive and people-focused benefits package designed to support you at work and beyond, including: • Competitive pay to recognize your impact, • Competitive bonus plan Paid Vacation time • Medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you healthy and thriving, • Flexible Spending Account, • Commuter benefits to make life easier, • Employee discounts and free NAYA meals --- because we believe in enjoying what we serve, • Pet Insurance - because we love our furry friends, • Growth opportunities at every level --- we invest in developing leaders from within Employee Assistance, Pay on Demand, Identity Theft Protection, and much more! At NAYA, you'll find more than a job --- you'll find a community that values you, supports your goals, and celebrates your success. About the Role The Learning Experience Designer (LXD) is responsible for designing engaging, practical, and scalable learning experiences that support our frontline and leadership teams across the NAYA system. This role owns the end-to-end design of training in our LMS, Opus, translating real-world restaurant operations into clear, accessible, and impactful learning. You'll partner closely with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), operators, and People Culture leaders to build blended learning experiences---including eLearning, video, job aids, and assessments---rooted in adult learning best practices and designed for a diverse, frontline workforce. This role is ideal for someone who blends creative instructional design, strong technical execution, and a deep understanding of how adults learn on the job. What You'll Do Operational Instructional Design Content Creation • Design innovative, engaging learning experiences using eLearning, microlearning, blended learning, video, graphics, voiceovers, simulations, and job aids, • Apply modern instructional design methodologies (ADDIE, microlearning, scenario-based learning, blended learning) to meet diverse learning styles, • Translate complex operational and behavioral concepts into clear, learner-friendly content, • Source and/or create visuals, images, and media that elevate the learning experience and reflect the NAYA brand, • Review and refresh existing training content to ensure accuracy, relevance, and brand consistency Curriculum Design, LMS Management Collaboration • Conduct training needs assessments in partnership with operational and support center leaders, • Collaborate cross-functionally to build scalable curricula aligned to business priorities and KPIs, • Partner with SMEs to develop learning that maximizes retention and on-the-job application, • Build, test, launch, and maintain courses in Opus, ensuring accuracy, functionality, and usability, • Manage LMS content including posting videos, animations, and images, • Drive LMS adoption and promote a culture of continuous learning, • Proactively update training as processes, systems, or standards evolve, • Troubleshoot LMS and course issues as needed Training Evaluation Effectiveness • Measure learning effectiveness through assessments, learner feedback, dashboards, and business metrics, • Evaluate learning outcomes and ensure alignment with operational and people goals, • Apply a test-and-learn mindset to continuously improve content and impact Coaching, Support Field Connection • Draft and distribute communications announcing new or updated learning, • Support learners and stakeholders during launches and updates, • Visit restaurants to observe operations, validate training effectiveness, and gather feedback, • Act as a connector and influencer across teams to accelerate adoption and embed learning into daily work, • Champion a culture of growth, agility, and continuous learning About You Experience Skills • 3+ years of experience designing learning experiences (eLearning, video, classroom, blended learning), • Strong foundation in adult learning theory and frontline workforce training, • Proficiency with eLearning authoring tools such as Opus, Articulate 360, Storyline, • Proficiency with video tools such as Vyond and Camtasia, • Experience managing or working within a Learning Management System, • Ability to juggle multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, • Analytical mindset with a focus on continuous improvement, • Desire to learn and grow with our rapidly growing company Nice to Have (but not required) • Restaurant, QSR, retail, or hospitality experience, • Knowledge of food safety standards, QSR operations, or hospitality principles, • Degree or certification in Instructional Design, Organizational Development, Education, HR, or related field, • Ability to read and write in Spanish How You Show Up • Collaborative, relationship-driven, and solution-oriented, • Self-starter with an ownership mindset, • Curious, creative, positive, and energized by building things from scratch, • Likes to have fun while being challenged every day

At NAYA, we're on an exciting journey - growing fast, sharing authentic, fresh and nutritious Middle Eastern flavors, and building a team that grows right along with us. We are looking for experienced, passionate General Managers to grow with us! At NAYA, your development is our priority --- we train, mentor, and promote from within because we believe our people are the heart of our success. If you're a natural leader who loves great food, thrives in a team environment, and is excited to build your future with a brand on the rise, we want to meet you! If you're ready to lead with heart, inspire others, and be part of something bigger, NAYA is the place to make it happen. Reports to: Area Manager You will love working at NAYA We believe great people deserve great rewards. NAYA offers a comprehensive and people-focused benefits package designed to support you at work and beyond, including: • More on the way! At NAYA, you'll find more than a job --- you'll find a community that values you, supports your goals, and celebrates your success. How You'll Impact The General Manager is responsible for inspiring, managing, developing, hiring and training the restaurant staff and management team. The GM is also accountable for meeting stated objectives in sales, costs, employee retention, guest service and satisfaction, food quality, cleanliness and sanitation. What You'll Do • Ensures, and is accountable for, the profitability of the store by growing sales and controlling labor, cost of goods and operating expenses., • Hires, trains, manages, coaches, counsels, and evaluates all team members in partnership with the Human Resources Business Partner., • Responsible for creating a culture of development in the restaurant., • Must be able to develop Shift Leaders into their role as well as develop them to be the future General Managers at NAYA., • Achieves NAYA's objectives in sales, service, quality, cleanliness, and restaurant appearance through staff training and creating a positive and productive environment, • Ensures that all food and beverage items are prepared and served in a timely manner and according to NAYA's recipes, portioning, cooking, and serving standards, • Creates and approves the weekly schedule and ensures proper staffing levels per business needs while meeting labor targets and FWW compliance., • Actively builds and maintains the reputation of NAYA in the community, including monitoring online reviews, taking necessary recovery and recognition activity with the guests and team members, • Controls inventories of food, equipment, smallware, and report issues as necessary, • Conducts ordering and monthly inventory, • Reviews daily time punches for accuracy; addresses time clock abuse (clocking in early or late) via coaching and/or documentation, • Submits weekly payroll for approval, • Controls cash and other receipts by adhering to cash handling and reconciliation procedures in accordance with restaurant policies and procedures, • Utilizes daily, weekly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting tools, • Ensures all administrative tasks are complete in a timely manner, like weekly payroll, accident and injury reporting etc., • Supports any marketing initiatives and promotions. Who You Are • 5+ years of restaurant management/leadership operations experience, • Strong leadership, analytical and problem-solving skills, • Superior interpersonal skills and ability to earn trust and respect from colleagues and staff, • Exceptional financial acumen, • Thrives in a constantly evolving, fast-paced environment, • Strong written and verbal communication skills, • Ability to utilize traditional software programs such as Gmail, Microsoft Office and any additional systems as needed; Ability to access and accurately input information using a moderately complex computer system, • Able to work nights, weekends and holidays, and variable schedule, per the needs of the business, • Able to lift at least 50 pounds on a regular basis and bend, stoop, stand and perform extensive walking for 8-10 hours a day

About Blank Street At Blank Street, we're on a mission to become the defining food and beverage brand of our generation. From the very beginning, we've set out to add a spark to ordinary experiences through elevated products, attention-to-detail, and a commitment to making every moment memorable. We're motivated by the millions of customers we serve across cities, and know that our potential is unlimited. It all starts with our people and their commitment to make magic happen each and every day. Like the sound of this? Keep reading Add a Spark to the Ordinary... General Managersare central to the success of Blank Street and take full ownership of their four walls. They are accountable for training and developing all team members, leading by example on facilities, product quality, and customer experience, and maintaining strong operational standards through effective inventory and performance management. General Managers are also responsible for hiring great talent, driving business growth and continuous improvement, and may support light project work that contributes to the broader business and their own professional development. Who We're Looking For • Experience hiring, developing and managing hospitality teams, • Experience managing inventory and supply chain ordering, • Love for coffee and customer service, • Experience working in a unionized environment is a plus, • Strong knowledge of specialty coffee, espresso and equipment is a must, • Strong decision making and multi-taking skills, • Strong interpersonal communication skills What You'll Own • Create a motivating and engaging team culture by consistently celebrating, training, coaching, and mentoring your team., • Step in to cover scheduling gaps or time off in the store schedule, • Create and publish staff schedules according to state and local labor laws, • Review and approve timecards and paid time off requests in a timely manner ensuring your team is paid accurately and on time, • Recruit super star talent in collaboration with the People Team, • Oversee and validate the quality of training being executed by your Shift Leads, providing feedback and coaching where needed, • Ensure coffee accreditations are handled on time for new employees in line with company standards, • Work to maintain the very best team engagement scores, • Maintain food and beverage quality standards across your store and ensure recipes are executed accurately and consistently by your team, • Own all ordering, vendor relations, waste management, inventory counts and general compliance of our Inventory Management System, • Spend 50-70% of your week leading by example behind the bar through customer service and production of technically excellent food and beverage products, • Ensure the safety, cleanliness and presentation of your location in line with company policies, • Maintain operational excellence achieving company standard scores and above via our auditing platform, • Develop meaningful ties with neighborhood businesses and people to help grow local brand loyalty, • Be a champion of your store's financial performance and peak business throughput, • Grow your store AOV, meet sales goals through creative initiatives and gain team buy in to share the same vision, • Ensure your location meets operations and product quality audit standards, quickly action any feedback to improve Requirements • 4+ years of experience managing and leading single-store unit operations in high growth hospitality or consumer brands, • Full Time availability: 45 hours per week, 5 days of availability required and must be available to work 2 peak days (usually weekend days, weekend as described as Friday, Saturday, Sunday) Benefits \& Perks • Bonus program, • 15 days of paid annual leave (on top of company-observed holidays and sick time), • Three health plan options, with full coverage available for two employee-only tiers., • Commuter benefits, • Parental leave, • Bereavement leave, • Exclusive access to our coveted Regulars program -- yes, that means free coffee, matcha and more! ☕️, • Regular social outings with the team, • Free Blank Street swag

General Manager Sophie's Cuban Cuisine Reports to: Director of Operations / Chief Operating Officer About the Role At Sophie’s Cuban Cuisine, we’re built on culture, tradition, and hospitality. For nearly 30 years, our family-founded, woman-led brand has delivered authentic Cuban flavors with warmth, consistency, and pride. As a General Manager, you are the leader of your restaurant—responsible for driving daily operations, building a strong team culture, and delivering exceptional guest experiences. You lead from the front, set the tone on the floor, and balance hands-on execution with strategic thinking. This role is for someone who takes ownership, leads with hospitality, and is passionate about developing people and growing a business. Compensation & Perks • Salary: $65,000 – $70,000, • A meal on us, with every shift, • Opportunity to grow within a company that promotes from within, • Clear growth path to roles such as District Manager and Director of Operations Key Responsibilities Team Leadership & Development • Recruit, hire, and develop team members aligned with Sophie’s culture, • Create and manage schedules based on sales and labor targets, • Provide real-time coaching and performance feedback, • Build a strong team environment rooted in accountability and respect, • Lead a guest-first culture rooted in warmth and attentiveness, • Resolve guest concerns with professionalism and care, • Ensure consistency across all channels: in-store, takeout, delivery, and catering, • Own and manage store P&L, • Monitor labor, food cost, and operational expenses, • Manage inventory, ordering, and vendor relationships, • Maintain proper cash handling and reporting procedures Operations Excellence • Ensure all opening, mid-shift, and closing procedures are followed, • Maintain DOH compliance, cleanliness, and food safety standards, • Oversee order accuracy, food quality, and speed of service, • Lead from the floor during peak hours, • Conduct daily huddles and ongoing team communication, • Develop assistant managers and future leaders, • Make informed decisions, balancing guest experience and operations Brand Growth & Community • Represent Sophie’s Cuban within the local community, • Monitor and respond to guest reviews, • Support local marketing and promotional initiatives Qualifications • 5+ years of experience as a GM or Assistant GM in a high-volume restaurant, • Strong leadership, communication, and hospitality mindset, • Solid understanding of restaurant financials (P&L, labor, COGS), • Fluent in English (Spanish strongly preferred), • Experience with POS systems (Toast preferred), • ServSafe certified (or willing to obtain within 30 days), • Ability to lead in a fast-paced, high-volume environment Availability • Must have open availability, including nights, weekends, and some holidays Work Environment This is a hands-on leadership role. You will spend the majority of your time on the floor leading your team, supporting service, and ensuring operations run smoothly. This role requires long periods on your feet and the ability to perform in a fast-paced environment. Why Sophie’s Cuban? At Sophie’s, we treat our team like family. We believe in promoting from within, investing in our people, and building careers—not just jobs. If you’re passionate about great food, strong teams, and authentic hospitality, this is your opportunity to grow with a brand that values culture, consistency, and community. Apply today and lead one of New York’s favorite Cuban concepts.

Entry Level Project Manager – Full Training Provided! 📍 Location: Manhattan, NY 💰 Pay: $800 – $1,400 / week Ready to kickstart your career in leadership and management? We’re looking for motivated, detail-oriented individuals to join our team as Entry Level Project Managers. What You’ll Do: • Learning from basic skills of face to face interaction all the way to project managers, • Assist with planning, organizing, and executing client projects., • Coordinate between departments to ensure smooth operations., • Manage timelines, track results, and support senior managers., • Learn leadership, communication, and business management skills. What We Offer: ✅ Project management training program (8-12months) ✅ Full training and hands-on mentorship ✅ Weekly pay + bonuses ✅ Career growth into management & leadership roles ✅ Fun, team-oriented work environment You Are: • Organized, ambitious, and a great communicator, • Eager to learn and grow professionally, • Ready to work full-time and take on new challenges No experience needed — we’ll train you to succeed! Apply now and start building your management career today!