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  • Lobby Attendant
    Lobby Attendant
    13 days ago
    $20–$25 hourly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Are you the kind of person who makes everyone feel at ease the moment they walk in or call? We’re looking for a Reception Specialist Associate — someone organized, professional, and people-focused who thrives in fast-paced, front-facing environments. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys connecting with people, keeping things running smoothly, and creating great first impressions every single day. What You’ll Do Welcome visitors, clients, and guests with a professional and friendly attitude Manage phone calls, messages, and scheduling with efficiency and clarity Handle basic administrative tasks — email coordination, data entry, and record keeping Assist management and staff with meeting coordination and front office operations Keep the reception and lobby area neat, organized, and inviting Provide information, direct inquiries, and represent the company with professionalism What We’re Looking For Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Professional appearance and positive attitude Organized, reliable, and detail-oriented Basic computer and office software skills (email, spreadsheets, etc.) Prior experience in reception, admin, or hospitality is helpful — not required Team player with a calm and confident approach What We Offer $20–$25 per hour depending on experience Weekly pay schedule Career growth and training opportunities Supportive team culture Flexible scheduling options Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in professionalism, kindness, and teamwork. If you love helping people and keeping things organized, we’d love to meet you!

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  • Customer Service Representative (CSR)
    Customer Service Representative (CSR)
    19 days ago
    $18–$20 hourly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Position: Customer Service Representative Location: New York, Manhattan Are you ready to grow your career with Whizz, a leader in providing innovative transportation solutions for delivery riders? We are seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Customer Service Representative to join our team and take charge of the day-to-day operations of one of our e-bike stores in New York, Union Square. In this role, you will oversee customer service, inventory tasks, and operational tasks, while ensuring that the store operates seamlessly. Your dedication will be rewarded with a competitive hourly rate of $18-$20 per hour, along with performance-based bonuses. Join Whizz today and help us make transportation solutions faster, smoother, and more innovative! Key Responsibilities: New Customers: • Help customers choose the right bike, battery, accessories, and services., • Assist with signing up for subscriptions, processing payments, and setting up accounts., • Explain bike features and make sure customers have a great first experience. Existing Customers: • Support customers with repairs, payments, and subscription questions., • Coordinate repairs with mechanics and perform minor bike adjustments when needed., • Handle invoicing, service follow-ups, and work with customer accounts., • Inspect bikes and manage fines when necessary. Operations & Store Support: • Prepare reports about sales, inventory, and store operations., • Monitor inventory levels and coordinate stock as needed., • Keep the store clean, organized, and welcoming., • Assist with opening and closing the store., • Support your team and supervisor with other tasks as needed. Requirements: • Comfortable using Microsoft Office, Google Sheets, and other common productivity tools., • Good at multitasking and staying organized in a busy environment., • Ability to connect and work well with different types of people., • Flexible to work weekdays and weekends (if necessary)., • Knowledge of additional languages (Spanish, French, or others) is a plus. Employee benefits: Training provided: We believe in empowering you to reach new heights. Paid time off: Recharge and relax with vacation, sick leave, and public holidays. 401(k) retirement plan: Invest in your future. Performance-based bonuses: Enjoy additional bonuses tied to your outstanding performance. Flexible 8-hour shifts: Balance work and life seamlessly.

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  • Front Desk Postion
    Front Desk Postion
    14 days ago
    $20–$25 hourly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Are you the kind of person who makes everyone feel at ease the moment they walk in or call? We’re looking for a Reception Specialist Associate — someone organized, professional, and people-focused who thrives in fast-paced, front-facing environments. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys connecting with people, keeping things running smoothly, and creating great first impressions every single day. What You’ll Do Welcome visitors, clients, and guests with a professional and friendly attitude Manage phone calls, messages, and scheduling with efficiency and clarity Handle basic administrative tasks — email coordination, data entry, and record keeping Assist management and staff with meeting coordination and front office operations Keep the reception and lobby area neat, organized, and inviting Provide information, direct inquiries, and represent the company with professionalism What We’re Looking For Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Professional appearance and positive attitude Organized, reliable, and detail-oriented Basic computer and office software skills (email, spreadsheets, etc.) Prior experience in reception, admin, or hospitality is helpful — not required Team player with a calm and confident approach What We Offer $20–$25 per hour depending on experience Weekly pay schedule Career growth and training opportunities Supportive team culture Flexible scheduling options Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in professionalism, kindness, and teamwork. If you love helping people and keeping things organized, we’d love to meet you!

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  • Hot Line Cook
    Hot Line Cook
    2 months ago
    $17 hourly
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    We are a growing family-owned business looking for teammates who are passionate about hospitality, food, and coffee! Summary/Objective To prepare, serve, sell and maintain food/beverage items. This includes, taking orders, receiving vendor deliveries and cleaning of food items. These tasks are to be performed in a timely and professional manner to achieve the highest level of guest satisfaction. Essential Function • Understand that our guest is our #1 priority., • Greet guests in a courteous and friendly manner (where applicable)., • Follow all recipes and practice portion control to prepare, garnish, and present ordered items., • Maintain proper and adequate set-up of the kitchen/station daily. This includes requisitioning and stocking of all required food, paper products, and condiments., • Handles, stores, and rotates all products properly., • Responsible for set-up, regular maintenance, cleaning, and break-down of any machinery and equipment., • Responsible for maintaining stock, cutting, and storage of all perishables daily to ensure product quality., • Complete opening, on-going, and closing checklists as required., • Return all items used during your shift to the proper place, clean and organize all work and storage areas, including all coolers and refrigerators, and empty and reline all trash containers., • Assumes 100% responsibility for the quality of products served., • Perform general and specific cleaning tasks using standard cleaning products as assigned by the supervisor to adhere to health standards., • Other duties as assigned., • Required Education & Experience, • One year experience working in food service environment is essential., • High school diploma preferred., • Verbal and written communication is essential. Able to read, speak and understand the Englishlanguage in order to communicate with guests and take orders., • Experience in dealing with problems involving customer service., • Basic mathematical skills necessary to operate a cash register make change, total guest checks, count total bank, prepare cash drops, total all other charges., • Food Handlers permit as required by law., • Brand Certification as required by law., • Ability to remember, recite and promote the variety of menu items., • Ability to operate a keyboard & point of sale procedures to pre-check an order & close out a check., • Ability to stand and work in confined spaces for long periods of time. Position Type / Expected Hours of Work Must have availability to work weekdays and weekend. Hours of employment are contingent on business needs, work required and/or as job duties demand. This role routinely will have to maintain a safe and clean work environment, where chemicals are utilized to clean kitchen appliances such as, stoves, burners, ovens, sinks, refrigerator, and knives. The team member will be exposed to extreme temperatures while completing essential job tasks and duties. The team member is required and must have the ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, stoop, reach, twist, and lift for extended periods of time. Hungry Llama LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate against team members. All Hungry Llama LLC employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: From $17.00 per hour Expected hours: 20 – 30 per week Employee discounts Experience level: 2 years Restaurant type: Casual dining restaurant Restaurant experience: 2 years (Required) Ability to Commute: New York, NY 10014 (Required)

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  • Jersey City Local Outreach Gig for School Awareness Campaign
    Jersey City Local Outreach Gig for School Awareness Campaign
    2 months ago
    $20–$24 hourly
    Part-time
    Newport, Jersey City

    We are looking for a reliable and personable local individual to help with a longer term, on the ground community outreach effort in Jersey City, NJ. This project supports a Jersey City charter school that is running a neighborhood awareness and promotion campaign. The work is straightforward, community focused, and highly flexible. What you will do Visit local merchants, apartment buildings, community centers, cafes, libraries, and similar neighborhood locations Ask permission to post school posters in approved public areas Introduce a school merchant partner program to local businesses If a merchant agrees, place a small school decal on their storefront window Collect basic information from participating merchants for inclusion in the school’s online partner directory Take quick photos to confirm poster and decal placement About the merchant partner program Participating merchants receive free promotion on the school’s website in a public partner directory This is a community partnership, not a sales role You are simply explaining the program and asking if they would like to participate Time commitment and duration Three to four month engagement Approximately 10 to 20 hours per week Work can be done on your own schedule whenever it is most convenient for you Compensation $20 per hour Paid on a regular schedule All materials provided including posters and decals Who we are looking for Based in or very familiar with Jersey City neighborhoods Comfortable speaking with local business owners and managers Friendly, respectful, and professional Able to follow simple instructions and document completed work Previous outreach, brand ambassador, or community work experience is a plus but not required How to apply Please reply with A short note about yourself Your familiarity with Jersey City neighborhoods Any relevant experience with community outreach or promotions This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys being out in the community and supporting local schools.

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