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Job Overview We are seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Bartender to join our vibrant team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for mixology and a commitment to providing exceptional service in a fast-paced environment. As a Bartender, you will be responsible for crafting cocktails, serving drinks, and ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for our guests. Your ability to engage with patrons and create memorable experiences will be key to your success in this role. Responsibilities - Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to standard recipes and customer preferences. - Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar area, including washing glassware and cleaning countertops. - Engage with customers, providing recommendations and answering questions about drink options. - Handle cash transactions accurately, including processing payments and managing tabs. - Monitor customer behavior to ensure responsible alcohol service and compliance with legal regulations. - Assist with inventory management, including tracking stock levels and placing orders as needed. - Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure timely service of food orders when applicable. - Participate in promotional events or special catering functions as required. - Skills - Experience in fine dining environment is preferred. - Strong hospitality skills with the ability to create a welcoming atmosphere for guests. - Knowledge of brewing methods and cocktail recipes is an advantage. - Proficient in cash handling and basic math skills for accurate transaction processing. - Familiarity with food handling practices to ensure safety and compliance standards are met. - Sales skills to effectively promote menu items and increase customer satisfaction. - Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining attention to detail. - Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with customers and team members. - Join us as we create unforgettable experiences for our guests through exceptional service and expertly crafted beverages!

Cook/Chef will be responsible for packing, cooking, and assisting with a variety of programs and special events. This includes supporting cooking classes, wellness events, food drives, and community gatherings by producing fresh, high-quality food in a mobile and dynamic environment. Qualifications: - Proven experience as a cook or chef in catering, restaurant, or large-scale food preparation. - Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards (NYC Food Handler’s Certificate preferred) - Ability to work independently and efficiently in mobile/temporary kitchen setups. - Comfortable working in diverse community settings. - Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. - Ability to lift and transport food and equipment (up to 50 lbs). - Flexibility to work varied schedules, including some evenings and weekends. - Reliable transportation to different program locations. Compensation: Competitive hourly rate based on experience. How to Apply: Please submit your resume.

We’re seeking experienced Event Servers to join our team on a per-event basis. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, professional setting and is confident in food service, basic drink handling, and cleanup responsibilities. This is not a restaurant shift role — it is strictly for private events and functions. Responsibilities: - Serve plated meals, passed appetizers, or buffet-style dishes depending on the event - Pour and serve wine or non-alcoholic beverages as needed - Maintain clean tables and assist with overall event flow - Support set-up and breakdown of food service areas - Follow all food handling and service protocols Requirements: - Minimum 2 years of serving experience at events, banquets, or restaurants - Professional demeanor and a strong sense of hospitality - Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. and stand for extended periods - Availability for nights and weekends - Punctual, team-oriented, and attentive to detail

Are you a culinary leader with a passion for excellence and a love of collaboration? Dish Food & Events, an award-winning catering and events company in the heart of NYC, is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to join our dynamic team. With over 15 years of experience creating unforgettable events, we’re known for our warm hospitality, delicious and innovative cuisine, and a team-focused culture that empowers every team member to thrive. As Executive Sous Chef, you’ll work closely with our Executive Chef to lead and inspire a talented kitchen team, ensuring the highest standards of quality, flavor, and service. From mentoring new kitchen leaders to overseeing production for extraordinary events, this role offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact on both our team and our clients. If you’re ready to bring your leadership skills, creativity, and passion for culinary excellence to a company that values authenticity, creativity, and teamwork, we’d love to hear from you! Qualifications Culinary degree or equivalent professional training preferred NY Department of Health Food Handler’s License required. Minimum 5 years of culinary experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership role, ideally in high-volume catering, fine dining restaurants or events. Strong leadership skills with a proven ability to mentor and develop diverse kitchen teams. Expertise in food costing, inventory management, and achieving financial goals. Exceptional organizational and time-management skills to oversee production and maintain quality standards. Proficient in recipe development, menu planning, and maintaining consistency across events. Knowledge of NYC Department of Health guidelines and a commitment to maintaining a safe, sanitary kitchen. Outstanding communication skills for team coordination, client interaction, and vendor relationships. Passion for delivering creative, high-quality dishes that align with seasonality and client preferences. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and attend off-premise events (1-2 per month) as needed. Fluency in English is required; proficiency in Spanish is strongly preferred Job Description Responsibilities would include but not be limited to: LEADERSHIP Create a positive and inspiring environment for the commissary team. Provide coaching and mentorship to our team. Foster new kitchen leadership. Maintain a safe and sanitary kitchen as per NYC Dept of Health guidelines. DOH Food Handler’s license required. Lead kitchen when executive chef is absent with sous chef. Assist in hiring, training, scheduling and managing a diverse and professional kitchen and event staff Delegate team on event production, commissary cleaning, and organizing. Train and foster new leadership. Lead and maintain a high performing team that produces quality work and excellent food. Control and maintain a high level of quality. This includes supervising and creating systems for packing events and communication of serving standards. Set a standard of quality and flavor. Lead + delegate production of an exciting and fun daily family meal for our team. Lead training sessions for commissary and event kitchen staff. Occasionally attend off premise full service events (approximately 1-2 per month) to gain insight into our operations, lead the event kitchen team and ensure quality control. Represent the company in front of our clients and in media (i.e. tastings, interviews with blogs, magazines, social media) PRODUCTION, PURCHASING + MAINTENANCE Collaborate with Sous Chef to develop daily prep lists and then execute food production in our kitchen, resulting in quality work and delicious food Oversee daily, weekly, and monthly inventory of food product and supplies Assist the Executive Chef in meeting financial goals for food, kitchen labor and kitchen supply costs Alongside, the Executive Chef prepares event questions and changes for production meetings. Communicate efficiently and effectively with kitchen team, operations department, event staff, sales team and vendors Execute Client tastings and lead at a high performance level on an as needed basis Together with the Operations Manager, Executive Chef and Sous Chef and Pastry Chef, update and maintain recipes, costing, and other menu details in our catering system (Total Party Planner) Delegate and oversee facility maintenance including implementation of our preventive maintenance schedule. R&D Test out flavors of dishes that include sub recipes. Measure and weigh individual ingredients using a scale. Keep all records up to date and organized utilizing our catering system (Total Party Planner). Understand all policies, procedures, standards, specifications, guidelines and training programs. Attend and actively participate in required meetings and bring suggestions for improvement. Fully understand and comply with all federal, state, county and municipal regulations that pertain to health, safety and labor requirements of the restaurant, employees and guests. CORE VALUESExemplify our company core values, mission statement and standards. Foster positive communication with the front and back of house team. Actively participate in our Continuous Employee Success Management program including weekly 1:1s, six-month check-ins and annual performance reviews. Compensation + Benefits Competitive annual salary in the range of $80-90k with bonus potential. Option to enroll in major medical, dental and vision insurance Paid Days Off (Vacation + Personal Days + Dish Holidays) Paid Volunteer Time Off (VTO) program designed to support the communities where we live and work Paid Family Leave, Sick Pay, ST and LT Disability insurance 401k Plan to invest in your future after 12 months of full-time employment Commuter transportation benefits Company dining program of daily delicious family meals (aka free lunch!) Dish provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, 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.

We’re hiring a Drink Pourer to serve pre-made beverages at private events. No mixing required—this position is focused on pouring and serving wine, beer, and non-alcoholic options to guests in a polished and efficient manner. Responsibilities: -Pour and serve wine, beer, water, and specialty bottled drinks -Keep drink station tidy and stocked throughout the event -Monitor guest consumption and follow service guidelines -Assist with setup and clean-up of beverage station Requirements: -Previous experience in drink service (restaurant, catering, or events) -Comfortable serving alcohol responsibly -Friendly, composed, and reliable -Available for evenings, weekends, and event-based shifts -Must be 19+ (21+ if required by local law to serve alcohol)

About Me I run a boutique, delivery-only meal delivery service specializing in crafting authentic and innovative flatbreads and kebabs for my discerning clientele. As a delivery-only boutique culinary service, I take pride in the quality, creativity, and passion for culinary excellence I have provided to date. However, as I am a one-woman show, I want to take production and innovation to the next level! This is where you come in... About You You are a dedicated individual with the bandwidth to join me in my home kitchen **once a week for 4 hours, and possibly more for events. **Your primary responsibilities include:​ - Preparing doughs for various flatbreads such as paratha, roti, naan, and kulcha - Making chutneys and marinades - Assisting in refining and executing proprietary recipes - Assisting with prep and cooking for small catering and events; this will be done at the commissary kitchen About Us This unique role offers the opportunity to work closely with me, the chef-owner, with the potential for increased hours and responsibilities based on your performance and our synergy. Qualifications: - Prefer but not limited to: Culinary students or individuals with experience rolling out doughs.​ - Required: A genuine passion for culinary arts and a willingness to learn.​ - Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.​ - Ability to work collaboratively with others as I am building my team out. How to Apply: Interested candidates, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter in response to this post detailing what attracts you to this position! Looking forward to hearing from you. ​

Key Responsibilities: Guest Coordination: Welcome and check in guests for dinner cruises and charters Communicate cruise details, schedules, and expectations clearly to all guests Address on-site customer questions, requests, and issues with professionalism Event & Cruise Logistics: Coordinate with vendors (catering, entertainment, musicians, decorators, etc.) Ensure boat is cruise-ready (clean, set up, stocked, and staffed) Monitor timelines and manage boarding/disembarkation processes Maintain manifest accuracy and monitor guest counts Private Charters: Liaise with clients to confirm cruise details, timing, food and beverage choices, and special requests Provide day-of-event support to ensure charter expectations are met or exceeded Administrative: Assist in preparing run sheets and event schedules Track special requests and dietary accommodations Report any operational issues or incidents to management Qualifications: Prior experience in events, hospitality, or maritime coordination preferred Strong organizational and time-management skills Excellent communication and customer service abilities Comfortable working on water-based vessels Ability to stand and move for extended periods and lift up to 30 lbs Available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays Bonus Points For: Knowledge of NYC waterfront and tourism industry Bilingual or multilingual abilities Familiarity with event coordination software or booking systems Compensation: Competitive hourly wage or salary Tips or bonus incentives (if applicable) Opportunities for growth in a fast-growing cruise and events company

We’re seeking reliable and professional event servers to join our team for an upcoming wedding at Pioneer Works. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and delivering excellent guest experiences, we’d love to hear from you! Event Details: Date: Saturday, May 10th Shift: 12:30 PM – 1:00 AM Meals Provided: Lunch and dinner will be provided on-site. Your lunch break is not included in your hours. ** Dress Code:** - All-black professional attire is required: - Black dress pants - Black button-up collared shirt - Black shoes and socks - Optional layers must also be black (jacket or sweater) Requirements: Must be able to stand for the full duration of the shift (approximately 12+ hours) Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs Prior experience in event or banquet service is a plus, but not required Join us for a unique opportunity to be part of a beautiful celebration at one of Brooklyn’s most iconic venues.