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  • Head Maitre d'
    Head Maitre d'
    1 hour ago
    $90000–$100000 yearly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    About the Role The Head Maître d’ owns NORTE’s reservation book and leads the guest experience from the first request for a table through the end of the visit. This role combines commercial judgment, precise dining room management, and highly personal hospitality. Working closely with the General Manager, the Head Maître d’ builds demand, develops regular guests, and ensures the room feels exceptional every night. In preparation for our upcoming opening, this position requires participation in a mandatory training program. Key Responsibilities Strategic Floor & Reservation Management • Own table inventory, availability, seating plans, pacing, and turn times., • Manage cancellations, waitlists, last-minute requests, and walk-ins to make effective use of every service., • Protect the guest experience while making sound decisions about covers and revenue., • Balance regulars, first-time guests, VIPs, celebrations, and walk-ins throughout the room. Guest Relations • Recognize guests, anticipate preferences, and turn first visits into lasting relationships., • Maintain accurate guest profiles and visit history in Loyalist., • Build genuine relationships with regulars, concierges, and the New York hospitality community., • Handle sensitive requests and guest recovery with discretion, warmth, and sound judgment. Service Leadership • Partner with the General Manager on daily reservation priorities, VIP arrivals, pacing, and guest experience., • Communicate seating decisions and guest information clearly to the host and service teams., • Make timely decisions during service as conditions change., • Serve as a trusted point of contact and an informed presence in the dining room. Qualifications • Prior experience as a Maître d’, Head Maître d’, or Reservations Manager at a high-demand New York City restaurant., • Direct, hands-on ownership of the reservation book, table inventory, waitlist, VIP relationships, and service pacing., • Strong command of Resy or OpenTable and restaurant table management., • Demonstrated ability to recognize guests, build regular clientele, and make effective decisions under pressure., • Excellent communication, organization, discretion, and sound business judgment., • Required: Fluent in English and Spanish, with the ability to communicate effectively in both languages, • Strong social intelligence, presence, and emotional awareness in high-profile guest-facing environments, • Proven ability to handle confidential and sensitive guest matters with professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment, • Warm, polished, and hospitality-driven demeanor, with a genuine passion for creating memorable guest experiences., • High level of professionalism, confidence, and poise in fast-paced, high-demand restaurant environments, • Preferred: Experience with a hospitality CRM such as Loyalist and established relationships within New York City’s restaurant community. Physical Requirements • Ability to work standing and walking for extended periods of time, • Ability to move and lift items up to 40 lbs as needed Measures of Success Success will be evaluated through covers and occupancy, effective use of released inventory, waitlist conversion, repeat visits, growth of the regular guest base, guest recognition, revenue performance, and the quality of the dining room experience Compensation Details • Compensation: $90,000.00 - $100,000.00 annual salary, • Schedule: Full-time, • Benefits & Perks: Paid Time Off, Employee Discounts, Health Insurance

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  • Open Call - Team Lead, 9/1 & 9/4 3-5 PM
    Open Call - Team Lead, 9/1 & 9/4 3-5 PM
    1 day ago
    $23–$25 hourly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    About Us Counter Service is an innovative, chef-driven restaurant brand founded by Steve Ells, the visionary behind Chipotle. We are looking for a Restaurant Lead to help drive excellence. We’re seeking passionate, detail-oriented leaders to help drive excellence in our restaurant operations. As a Restaurant Lead, you’ll play a key role in managing shifts, developing team members, and ensuring exceptional guest experiences—while preparing to grow into a future management role. What You’ll Do Lead Daily Operations • Manage restaurant operations during assigned shifts, ensuring smooth, on-time service, • Open and/or close the restaurant following company procedures and checklists, • Troubleshoot customer concerns and provide timely, effective solutions, • Support the Restaurant Manager in maintaining labor targets, shift flow, and overall team coordination Drive Food Quality & Safety • Monitor food preparation and presentation for consistency and excellence, • Conduct line checks and taste through the line daily to uphold food standards, • Train team members on tasting protocols and quality control practices, • Ensure full compliance with NYC Department of Health regulations and sanitation standards Team Development & Training • Onboard and train new team members; support skill development across roles, • Deliver in-the-moment coaching and performance feedback, • Foster a positive, high-hustle, and respectful team culture Support Administrative & Operational Needs • Write and update prep lists based on par levels, sales, and menu needs, • Assist with inventory tracking, placing orders, and receiving deliveries when delegated, • Collaborate with management on team deployment to optimize service and labor Attendance & Reliability • Maintain consistent and dependable attendance in alignment with scheduled shifts. Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to contribute to a high-functioning production environment. What We’re Looking For • 1–2 years of restaurant or food service experience (shift lead or supervisory experience a plus), • Strong organizational and communication skills, • Calm under pressure, comfortable multitasking in a high-volume environment, • A true team player who leads by example and hustles, • Passion for food, hospitality, and team development, • NYC Food Protection Certificate (preferred or willingness to obtain), • Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays, • Fast food or quick-service restaurant experience

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  • PM Cook / Wok Cook
    PM Cook / Wok Cook
    2 days ago
    $20–$22 hourly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Position Summary We are looking for an experienced PM Cook / Wok Cook to prepare food, run the kitchen line, and support closing operations. The ideal candidate has strong wok experience and is reliable, fast, clean, and comfortable working in a busy fast-casual restaurant. Responsibilities · Prepare and cook menu items according to restaurant recipes, portions, and quality standards. · Cook proteins, vegetables, noodles, and sauces using wok techniques as needed. · Set up and maintain the PM line with proper mise en place, labeling, and restocking. · Maintain food safety, sanitation, temperature, and storage standards. · Complete closing duties, including breakdown, cleaning, labeling, and end-of-shift restock. · Communicate low stock, quality issues, or equipment problems to the manager. · Support teammates with prep, packing, dishwashing, cleaning, and other tasks as needed. Qualifications · 1-2 years of kitchen, line cook, prep cook, or fast-casual restaurant experience required. · Wok cooking experience required; Asian cuisine experience preferred. · Must be available Saturday and Sunday nights, plus 2-3 weekday nights. · Reliable, responsible, punctual, and comfortable working PM/closing shifts. · Able to work quickly while maintaining accuracy, cleanliness, and food quality. · Hands-on team player willing to support other stations when needed. · NYC Food Protection Certificate is a plus, but not required.

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  • Team Leader
    Team Leader
    1 day ago
    $23–$25 hourly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    About Us Counter Service is an innovative, chef-driven restaurant brand founded by Steve Ells, the visionary behind Chipotle. We are looking for a Restaurant Lead to help drive excellence. We’re seeking passionate, detail-oriented leaders to help drive excellence in our restaurant operations. As a Restaurant Lead, you’ll play a key role in managing shifts, developing team members, and ensuring exceptional guest experiences—while preparing to grow into a future management role. What You’ll Do Lead Daily Operations • Manage restaurant operations during assigned shifts, ensuring smooth, on-time service, • Open and/or close the restaurant following company procedures and checklists, • Troubleshoot customer concerns and provide timely, effective solutions, • Support the Restaurant Manager in maintaining labor targets, shift flow, and overall team coordination Drive Food Quality & Safety • Monitor food preparation and presentation for consistency and excellence, • Conduct line checks and taste through the line daily to uphold food standards, • Train team members on tasting protocols and quality control practices, • Ensure full compliance with NYC Department of Health regulations and sanitation standards Team Development & Training • Onboard and train new team members; support skill development across roles, • Deliver in-the-moment coaching and performance feedback, • Foster a positive, high-hustle, and respectful team culture Support Administrative & Operational Needs • Write and update prep lists based on par levels, sales, and menu needs, • Assist with inventory tracking, placing orders, and receiving deliveries when delegated, • Collaborate with management on team deployment to optimize service and labor Attendance & Reliability: • Maintain consistent and dependable attendance in alignment with scheduled shifts. Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to contribute to a high-functioning production environment. What We’re Looking For • 1–2 years of restaurant or food service experience (shift lead or supervisory experience a plus), • Strong organizational and communication skills, • Calm under pressure, comfortable multitasking in a high-volume environment, • A true team player who leads by example and hustles, • Passion for food, hospitality, and team development, • NYC Food Protection Certificate (preferred or willingness to obtain), • Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays, • Fast food or quick-service restaurant experience

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  • Piercer/Stylist
    Piercer/Stylist
    14 days ago
    $18–$22 hourly
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    MUST HAVE PROFESSIONAL EAR PIERCING EXPERIENCE.Doviana is a new-generation jewelry brand launched in New York City. We make affordable everyday fine jewelry for good vibes and redefine personal jewelry decisions.Doviana is part of a growing trend of direct-to-consumer brands selling fine jewelry at affordable prices by cutting out middlemen. We provide our community the opportunity to get their favorite jewelry for a fraction of the price of larger mainstream jewelers. And we provide our Millennial customers, who’s craving for rapid fresh and affordable jewelries.Our goal is to make timeless, top quality, and affordable luxury jewelry that you can wear every day. We always seek to make simple yet stunning pieces for your daily accessory outfits. We have more than 40 years of jewelry making experience which allow us to combine quality and stylish into one platform for all age shoppers. Simplicity achieves marvelous and Doviana achieves eternally.The Role: (must have ear piercing experience)The Piercer/Stylist is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the Doviana Piercing Studio while driving customer service excellence, increasing profitability and fostering an environment of superior store services to Doviana clientele. They maintain excellent knowledge of infection control and sanitization procedures and keep the piercing studio to the highest sanitization standards at all times.Operations:Ensure health and safety standards are maintained by following internal standards, and local guidelines. Ensure excellent cleanliness of the studio, maintenance of sharps and biohazard waste, and physical space requirements are met.Uphold legal compliance in all customer interactions including verifying proper identification, requirements, and waivers. Update Store Manager on all local laws and protocol updates.Maintain strong communication with Store Manager to manage piercing studio product display.Remain knowledgeable on Doviana products and become an expert on the piercing jewelry assortment inclusive of labret sizing, materials, gemstones, and metals.Work with the Store Manager to minimize shrink of piercing inventory through effective communication and compliance with inventory management systems.Communicate with Store Manager to order necessary piercing equipment.Ensure all legislated paperwork and client record keeping is met and maintained at all times.Oversee and manage all aspects of the piercing studio, working closely with the Store Manager.Support a memorable and customized customer service experience.Answer customers questions regarding to merchandise, brands, etc.Help make informed suggestions that affect the service, and productivity.Help contribute to social media content.Clean and organize the showroom/store/piercing studio.Comfortable with technology and facilitate the checkout process through POS.Help contribute to social media content.Qualifications:1+ years experience with needle piercing.Experience working with threadless 2-piece piercing jewelry.Up to date with First Aid and Blood-borne Pathogens OSHA Certifications.Have or be registrable with local law enforcement (license or permits).Understanding of local market piercing law requirements.Strong knowledge of health and safety protocols surrounding piercing procedures.Excellent communication & customer service skills.Proficient in Shopify, Points of Sales (for checking out). If not, willing to be trained.At least half-year working experience in retail stores.Ability is to work independently and manage multiple tasks.Flexible work schedule and ability to work overtime as needed.The Successful Candidate Will Have:Love and care Doviana and our customers.Love smiling & love your life (Important).Excellent problem solving skills.Pay attention to details.Strong sales records and able to hit sales targets.Ability to multitask and work well under pressure.Always looking for feedback from customers and co-workers.Schedule:Full-time or Part-time (Must be able to work weekends when need) Accommodation / Accessibility:DOVIANA does not discriminate in hiring or terms and conditions of employment because of an individual’s race, ancestry, colour, place of origin, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, family status or marital status, or any other protected category recognized by provincial or federal laws.Should you require any accommodation, please inform us and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs. For any accessibility-related assistance, requests for information in accessible alternative formats or to report any accessibility problems, please share in your application.Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour Expected hours: 8 – 40 per week Benefits:Employee discountFlexible scheduleParental leaveProfessional development assistanceSchedule:4 hour shift8 hour shiftHolidaysWeekends as neededSupplemental Pay:Bonus opportunitiesCommission payTipsExperience:Ear Piercing: 1 year (Preferred)License/Certification:First Aid Certification (Preferred)Ability to Relocate:New York, NY 10012: Relocate before starting work (Required)Work Location: In person

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  • CO-FOUNDER
    CO-FOUNDER
    19 days ago
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Seeking: Right Hand — Co-Founder / Operating PartnerCommission & Revenue Based | Remote Mostly | Serious Inquiries Only I am a founder and CEO who has been a one man show for a long time. I have built five live technology platforms across hospitality tech, civic tech, fintech, and consumer health — all from scratch, all real, all working. My flagship product is Haven Memory OS™ — a guest intelligence os™.platform for independent hotels built around a concept I coined called Institutional Alzheimer's™. The platform is live, the IP is protected, and it is ready for its first paying client. I need a right hand who can help me get there. This is a commission and revenue based role. There is no salary until cash comes in. You eat what you kill. If that does not work for you this is not the right opportunity. What I need from you: • Strong sales ability — you must be able to open doors, hold conversations, and close deals, • Marketing and branding skills — you understand how to position a product, build awareness, and create messaging that converts, • Professional communication — you represent this company in rooms and on Zoom calls I cannot always be in, • Business development experience — you know how to find the right people and get in front of them, • Some technical ability — you do not need to be a developer but you must be comfortable with technology, platforms, tools, and digital workflows, • Fundraising instinct — you understand investors and how to position an early stage company, • Integrity — you will have access to sensitive business information and you must be someone who can be trusted completely, • Self motivated — there is no hand holding here, you must be able to move independently and report back with results What you get: • Co-Founder or COO title, • Commission on every deal you close, • Equity stake negotiated based on performance and commitment, • Ground floor position in a company with five live products and a growing portfolio, • A founder who will back you fully once you prove yourself What this is not: • This is not a salaried position right now, • This is not a casual side project, • This is not for someone looking to take over the vision or demand equity before proving value If you are a closer, a connector, a marketer, and someone who believes in getting in early on something real — I want to hear from you. Message me directly. Tell me who you are, what you have done, and why you are the right person for this. ClarkFounder & CEO, HCCGSA LLCARCHITEK N ADVOCACY™New York, NY

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  • Line Cook Position
    Line Cook Position
    19 days ago
    Full-time
    Springfield/Belmont, Newark

    Newark Food Factory, powered by Ideal Institute of Technology, is seeking a dependable and motivated Line Cook to join our culinary team. The Line Cook will prepare high-quality meals, maintain a clean and organized workstation, and support catering, special events, takeout, delivery, and culinary training activities. Key Responsibilities • Prepare and cook food according to recipes, portion standards, and instructions from the Head Chef., • Set up and stock assigned cooking stations before each shift., • Assist with catering orders, private events, takeout, and delivery preparation., • Follow proper food-handling, sanitation, and temperature-control procedures., • Maintain a clean and organized kitchen, including equipment, workstations, and storage areas., • Label, date, rotate, and properly store food products., • Monitor inventory and report low-stock items to the Head Chef., • Assist with receiving and storing food deliveries., • Minimize food waste and use ingredients responsibly., • Follow all Newark Food Factory safety policies and kitchen procedures., • Work cooperatively with chefs, kitchen staff, students, and event personnel., • Complete opening and closing duties as assigned., • Perform additional kitchen-related responsibilities when needed. Qualifications • Previous line cook, prep cook, restaurant, catering, or commercial kitchen experience is preferred., • Basic knowledge of food preparation and kitchen safety., • Ability to follow recipes and verbal instructions., • Strong attendance, punctuality, and teamwork skills., • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment., • Willingness to learn and accept feedback., • ServSafe Food Handler or ServSafe Manager certification is preferred or must be obtained within the required timeframe., • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Physical Requirements • Ability to stand for extended periods., • Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds., • Ability to work around hot equipment, sharp utensils, and refrigerated areas., • Ability to bend, reach, and perform repetitive kitchen tasks safely. Schedule Flexible availability may be required, including weekdays, evenings, weekends, and special events. About Newark Food Factory Newark Food Factory is a state-of-the-art commissary and teaching kitchen powered by Ideal Institute of Technology. We support culinary training, food entrepreneurship, catering, private chef experiences, multicultural cuisine, and community events. Newark Food Factory is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

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