Manager - Precision builders - New York

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

Grizzly Management Duties 🐻 At Grizzly, management is more than just overseeing the shift — it’s about keeping everything running smoothly every single day. Responsibilities include employee oversight and rule enforcement, inspection preparation, maintaining customer satisfaction, inventory checks and supply runs, managing scheduling apps, monitoring clock-ins and clock-outs, handling timesheets, tracking sales, supporting staff, and making sure every Grizzly location operates at the highest standard.

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 Salary: 65k - 85k 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. 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 Menu Systems Manager is responsible for building, maintaining, and optimizing NAYA's menu architecture across all ordering platforms---POS, digital channels, and third-party delivery. This role ensures that guests have a consistent, accurate, and intuitive experience no matter how they choose to place their orders. You will oversee integrations between ordering, payment, and fulfillment tools; manage menu-related data accuracy; lead testing for new items and system updates; and partner cross-functionally to support flawless rollouts. You'll be the person who sees the menu as a system, not a set of disconnected items---someone who is highly organized, deeply detail-oriented, and passionate about creating operational excellence through clean, scalable menu design. How You'll Impact • Deliver a seamless ordering experience for guests across in-store, digital, and delivery channels through clean, consistent menu architecture., • Increase operational efficiency and reduce errors by ensuring accurate routing, pricing, modifiers, and integrations., • Support profitability and speed of service through menu clarity, system reliability, and proactive issue resolution., • Enable flawless launches of new menu items, system updates, and new restaurant openings. What You'll Do Menu Architecture Configuration • Configure, maintain, and optimize NAYA's menu across all ordering platforms including POS, digital ordering, and third-party delivery partners., • Build comprehensive, scalable menu structures that support evolving business needs, pricing, and product strategy., • Implement and maintain 86ing processes across all channels, providing visibility into trends and operational impacts. Systems Integration Data Accuracy • Manage data flow and integrations between ordering, payment, and fulfillment systems to ensure accurate aggregation, routing, and reporting., • Monitor and troubleshoot integration issues, partnering with internal teams and external vendors to resolve quickly and prevent recurrence. Testing, Launches QA • Lead end-to-end QA testing for new menu items, system upgrades, and limited-time offers before go-live., • Develop and maintain documentation including configuration standards, QA checklists, and rollout playbooks., • Onboard new restaurant locations into all menu systems with accuracy and consistency. Cross-Functional Collaboration • Collaborate closely with Culinary, Marketing, Operations, Technology, Finance, and Leadership teams., • Ensure alignment on menu accuracy, pricing strategy, promotional setups, and launch timelines., • Serve as a subject-matter expert on how menu configuration impacts guest experience, speed of service, and reporting. What you Bring • Bachelor's degree preferred---ideally in Information Systems, Hospitality, or a related field., • 3--5 years of hands-on experience in menu configuration, POS management, or digital ordering systems in a multi-unit restaurant environment., • 5+ years of experience in restaurant operations, technology, or systems enablement roles., • Proven experience managing cross-channel menu integrations using tools such as Toast, Lunchbox, Checkmate, and On Line Ordering Systems., • Demonstrated success implementing process improvements, QA procedures, and data accuracy initiatives., • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills. A mindset that is: • Highly detail-oriented, • Exceptionally organized, • Able to see the menu as a cohesive system---not a collection of parts, • Passion for improving guest and team experience through streamlined systems and thoughtful design., • Performs other related duties as assigned by the Management Team, approaching every task with care, consistency, and a positive attitude.

Locations: Upper West Side (10024) & Lower Manhattan (10007) A NYC Food Handler's is required Job Overview We are seeking a dynamic, service-driven Assistant Manager to join our team across two New York City locations. This role is rooted in hospitality—creating a warm, welcoming, and consistent guest experience while ensuring smooth and efficient store operations. As Assistant Manager, you will lead by example on the floor, inspiring your team to deliver exceptional service, maintain high standards, and foster a positive, guest-first environment. You will serve as a key operational leader, supporting staff, resolving issues in real time, and ensuring that every guest interaction reflects our commitment to excellence. Key Responsibilities Hospitality & Guest Experience • Lead by example to ensure exceptional hospitality is consistently delivered by you and the entire team, • Create a welcoming, service-oriented environment that prioritizes guest satisfaction and repeat business, • Handle customer inquiries and concerns with professionalism, empathy, and urgency, • Enforce company standards for customer service, cleanliness, and product quality Team Leadership & Support • Supervise, coach, and support staff during shifts to ensure smooth service and strong team morale, • Perform all responsibilities expected of a team member, stepping in wherever needed, • Cover shift call-outs when no other team member is available, • Ensure all staff adhere to uniform policies and health & safety compliance standards, • Support hiring, onboarding, training, and ongoing development of team members Operations & Store Management • Oversee daily store operations to ensure efficient, seamless service across both locations, • Serve as the first point of contact for operational issues and escalate to the Assistant Director of Operations when necessary, • Assist with opening and closing procedures, ensuring readiness and accuracy, • Enforce company standards across all areas, including cleanliness, drink quality, and overall store presentation Inventory & Compliance • Monitor and maintain store inventory, including paper goods, milk, pastries, and other essential supplies, • Oversee stock replenishment and organization to support uninterrupted service, • Ensure the store consistently meets NYC Health Department standards and regulations Financial & Administrative Duties • Manage cash handling procedures with accuracy and integrity, • Conduct bank runs, including obtaining change, making deposits, and cashing petty cash, • Support payroll processing and basic administrative tasks as needed Sales & Business Growth • Motivate the team to meet and exceed sales goals while maintaining a hospitality-first mindset, • Assist with merchandising and in-store initiatives that enhance the guest experience and drive revenue, • Support local marketing and promotional efforts to increase store visibility Requirements • Proven experience in a supervisory or Assistant Manager role, ideally in retail, café, or hospitality environments, • Strong leadership skills with a hands-on, team-first approach, • Passion for hospitality and delivering exceptional guest experiences, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; bilingual abilities are a plus, • Proficiency in POS systems, cash handling, and retail operations, • Experience with inventory management, purchasing, and basic administrative functions, • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities in a fast-paced environment, • Knowledge of health, safety, and sanitation standards (NYC experience preferred) Why Join Us? Join a team that puts hospitality at the heart of everything we do. This is an opportunity to grow as a leader, make a meaningful impact on both guests and team members, and be part of a collaborative, high-energy environment. We’re looking for someone who thrives on creating memorable experiences, leading with intention, and continuously raising the bar.

We started Van Leeuwen Ice Cream in a yellow truck on the streets of NYC in 2008 with a mission to make good ice cream that makes you feel good. Nowadays, people can spend so much time on what's "healthy" they don't stop to consider what's healthy. As far as we're concerned, happiness is healthiness. We strive to ensure every scoop, store and employee feels and creates one community to contribute to the overall brand. Van Leeuwen Ice Cream is hiring a full-time Multi-Unit General Manager to oversee multiple New York City locations (). This is a great opportunity for a highly experienced individual to work closely with the founding team of Van Leeuwen Ice Cream as they embark on their next stage of accelerated growth. The ideal candidate is someone who has experience operating food retail spaces (multi-unit or high volume single-unit), loves building and leading teams, and can thrive in a fast-paced environment (and loves ice cream!). The Multi-Unit General Manager is responsible for the overall operation of their assigned store(s). This includes managing people operations, sales, inventory, and the guest service experience. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES • Completes store operational requirements by scheduling and assigning stations for employees, • Maintains store staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees, • Maintains store staff job results by coaching, counseling, disciplining, and terminating employees; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results, • Achieves financial objectives by monitoring sales targets, maintaining budgets, and properly forecasting labor, • Upholds excellent standard of customer service, • Ensures availability of merchandise and services by communicating with vendors; maintaining inventories, • Maintains a safe and clean environment for customers and employees, • Rolls out new menu items to team members and communicates these changes throughout the retail space, • Processes weekly payroll in a timely and accurate manner, • Orders and maintains uniform supply and successfully holds all employees to uniform standard, • Addresses all maintenance issues JOB REQUIREMENTS • NYC DOH Food handlers license required, • 3+ years of experience in a food retail management role preferred, • Prior experience managing a team required, • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, • Possess dexterity to prepare and serve guests all menu items in accordance with established service and build-out standards, • Able to push/pull/lift 50 lbs of weight regularly, • Stand for extended periods of time regularly, • Walk up and down stairs regularly, • Stand, bend and reach for prolonged periods of time, • Ability to multi-task and thrive in a fast-paced environment PERKS + BENEFITS • Employee Scoop Card (Enjoy Ice Cream from any of our scoop shops nationwide), • Medical, Dental + Vision Insurance with 70% Employer Contribution, • 401k with up to 4% Employer Match, • Cell Phone Reimbursement Plan, • Paid Time Off - 3 Weeks / 120 Hours Total, • Paid Sick Time, • Yearly Performance Reviews Van Leeuwen Ice Cream is committed to pay transparency and equity among all employees and provides employees an environment where pay transparency and dialogue on compensation are allowed. Van Leeuwen Ice Cream complies with Equal Employment Opportunity laws as well as federal, state, and local laws on compensation, pay transparency, and pay equity. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held. Salary Range $65,000---$75,000 USD Here at Van Leeuwen, Good Ice Cream Is For Everyone! As an equal opportunity employer, we strive to foster a welcoming, diverse environment for every employee and customer. We pride ourselves on the creativity that goes into our ice cream and is built in our stores (by YOU) that help us meet our missions and values.

We started Van Leeuwen Ice Cream in a yellow truck on the streets of NYC in 2008 with a mission to make good ice cream that makes you feel good. Nowadays, people can spend so much time on what's "healthy" they don't stop to consider what's healthy. As far as we're concerned, happiness is healthiness. We strive to ensure every scoop, store and employee feels and creates one community to contribute to the overall brand. Van Leeuwen Ice Cream is hiring a full-time Multi-Unit General Manager to oversee two locations opening in our growing DMV market. This is a great opportunity for a highly experienced individual to work closely with the founding team of Van Leeuwen Ice Cream as they embark on their next stage of accelerated growth. The ideal candidate is someone who has experience operating food retail spaces (multi-unit or high volume single-unit), loves building and leading teams, and can thrive in a fast-paced environment (and loves ice cream!). The Multi-Unit General Manager is responsible for the overall operation of their assigned store(s). This includes managing people operations, sales, inventory, and the guest service experience. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES • Completes store operational requirements by scheduling and assigning stations for employees, • Maintains store staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees, • Maintains store staff job results by coaching, counseling, disciplining, and terminating employees; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results, • Achieves financial objectives by monitoring sales targets, maintaining budgets, and properly forecasting labor, • Upholds excellent standard of customer service, • Ensures availability of merchandise and services by communicating with vendors; maintaining inventories, • Maintains a safe and clean environment for customers and employees, • Rolls out new menu items to team members and communicates these changes throughout the retail space, • Processes weekly payroll in a timely and accurate manner, • Orders and maintains uniform supply and successfully holds all employees to uniform standard, • Addresses all maintenance issues JOB REQUIREMENTS • ServSafe Manager Food Handlers license required, • 2+ years of experience in a food retail management role preferred, • Prior experience managing a team required, • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, • Possess dexterity to prepare and serve guests all menu items in accordance with established service and build-out standards, • Able to push/pull/lift 50 lbs of weight regularly, • Stand for extended periods of time regularly, • Walk up and down stairs regularly, • Stand, bend and reach for prolonged periods of time, • Ability to multi-task and thrive in a fast-paced environment PERKS + BENEFITS • Employee Scoop Card (Enjoy Ice Cream from any of our scoop shops nationwide), • Medical, Dental + Vision Insurance with 70% Employer Contribution, • 401k with up to 4% Employer Match, • Cell Phone Reimbursement Plan, • Paid Time Off - 3 Weeks / 120 Hours Total, • Paid Sick Time, • Yearly Performance Reviews Van Leeuwen Ice Cream is committed to pay transparency and equity among all employees and provides employees an environment where pay transparency and dialogue on compensation are allowed. Van Leeuwen Ice Cream complies with Equal Employment Opportunity laws as well as federal, state, and local laws on compensation, pay transparency, and pay equity. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held. Salary Range $70,000---$73,000 USD Here at Van Leeuwen, Good Ice Cream Is For Everyone! As an equal opportunity employer, we strive to foster a welcoming, diverse environment for every employee and customer. We pride ourselves on the creativity that goes into our ice cream and is built in our stores (by YOU) that help us meet our missions and values.