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  • Restaurant Manager
    Restaurant Manager
    10 hours ago
    $59498–$80000 yearly
    Full-time
    Kearny

    Position & Perks: Bring your leadership, passion, and drive to the table. Applebee’s is hiring Restaurant Managers who are ready to lead teams, grow a business, and create a neighborhood restaurant where guests and team members feel at home. Whether you’re an experienced Restaurant Manager, Assistant General Manager, or Kitchen Manager, this is an opportunity to build a long-term career with a brand rooted in community, teamwork, and opportunity. At Applebee’s, our managers don’t just run restaurants—they lead people, drive results, and set the tone for unforgettable guest experiences. What We Offer • Competitive pay, • Quarterly bonus opportunity, • Health care benefits (medical, dental, vision, FSA), • Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance, • Paid Time Off, • 401(k) with company match, • Paid, on-the-job leadership training, • Dining perks across all our brands, • Discounts with partner brands (Verizon, Dell, gyms, and more), • Real advancement and long-term career growth opportunities, • WOW-a-Friend Foundation – Employee Assistance Program Responsibilities: What You’ll Do Restaurant & Operational Leadership • Lead day-to-day restaurant operations with a focus on guest satisfaction, food quality, and service excellence, • Drive sales, profitability, and operational efficiency in a high-volume environment, • Ensure adherence to Applebee’s systems, standards, and company policies, • Maintain compliance with all health, safety, and alcohol service regulations People & Culture • Hire, train, coach, and develop high-performing teams, • Lead with a people-first mindset, creating a positive, inclusive, and motivating work environment, • Empower supervisors and team members to grow, succeed, and advance, • Model professionalism, integrity, and hospitality at all times Business & Financial Accountability • Manage labor, food costs, and controllable expenses, • Support financial goals through strong execution, planning, and follow-through, • Protect company assets and ensure proper cash handling and inventory controls Community & Brand Engagement • Represent Applebee’s in the local community, • Support local restaurant marketing and promotions, • Build strong relationships with guests, vendors, and team members Qualifications: • 1–3+ years of restaurant management experience, • Strong leadership, coaching, and communication skills, • Ability to lead in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, • ServSafe Food and Alcohol certifications a plus (training provided) If you’re ready to lead a neighborhood restaurant, grow your career, and make an impact every day, apply today to become a Restaurant Manager at Applebee’s.

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  • Regional Culinary Director
    Regional Culinary Director
    2 days ago
    $95000–$105000 yearly
    Full-time
    SoHo, Manhattan

    Maman - Regional Culinary Director maman is a french bakery, café and leading lifestyle brand founded in 2014 by owners elisa marshall benjamin sormonte, with locations across north america and canada. inspired by family traditions, and the highest quality ingredients, maman offers a selection of delicious baked goods {including their famous nutty chocolate chip cookie}, coffee, fresh breakfast, and lunch options spanning from hearty salads sandwiches to savory quiches. in addition to hosting intimate events, maman has partnered with leading brands for partnerships and activations. from baby showers and birthday parties to engagements, we're able to help celebrate customers make new beautiful memories. in september 2021, maman founders elisa marshall benjamin sormonte released the highly anticipated maman: the cookbook. our ideal candidate is an experienced culinary leader who brings energy, respect, and passion into their everyday interactions. you are a mentor and problem solver who effectively develops high-performing teams and fosters a collaborative, four-walls culture in every location. you have extensive experience with multi-unit leadership and maintain operational excellence by upholding the highest standards of quality, consistency, safety and brand integrity. you have strong culinary expertise in french, mediterranean, and american cuisines, and are fluent in both english and spanish. Position Summary The Regional Culinary Director oversees all Back of House operations across maman's Tri-State locations, leading the Culinary Management team and partnering closely with the VP of Operations to ensure alignment between culinary execution and overall business strategy. The Regional Culinary Director drives culinary excellence, operational consistency, financial performance, and team development across the Tri-State region. Through hands-on leadership, strategic oversight, and strong mentorship, the Regional Culinary Director ensures each kitchen operates efficiently and profitably while upholding maman's standards, brand identity, culture and values. Essential Responsibilities Culinary Leadership Standards • Oversee all kitchen operations across multiple locations to ensure consistency, quality, and execution of brand standards, • Maintain rigorous food quality, presentation, and portion control standards, • Train and coach BOH teams to ensure proper execution of all culinary initiatives, • Drive successful menu rollouts and ensure seasonal updates are executed flawlessly, ensuring brand standards are met and portioning and control is consistent across all markets, • Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation regulations as directed by State and local governments, • Audit ServSafe Food Handler certifications for management at all locations Operational Excellence • Oversee the performance and accountability of each region by reviewing weekly reports, conducting store visits, and holding weekly team meetings as needed • Lead, coach, and inspire Culinary Management team and onsite Kitchen Leaders, • Conduct performance reviews, provide ongoing coaching and foster career development conversations, • Partner with VP of Operations to foster a collaborative, four-walls environment in each location, • Ensure Kitchen Leaders uphold training, service, and culinary standards and drive alignment between store-level operations and company-wide goals Inventory, Cost Control Financial Performance • Enforce best practices for inventory management, ordering procedures, and portion control, • Oversee COGS guidelines and food cost targets to protect and improve margins, • Optimize labor scheduling and productivity across all locations, • Manage regional vendor relationships and purchasing strategies to ensure cost efficiency and product quality, • Utilize various technologies and tools to analyze and strategize financial performance Clear Communication Hands-On Support • Maintain open communication with Kitchen Leaders, Tri-State Regional Managers and the VP of Operations regarding progress, challenges, and opportunities, • Support cross-functional projects and activations, ensuring alignment with brand standards, • Provide insights to leadership regarding staffing needs, market trends, and operational improvements Qualifications \& Skills • 10+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience, including 3+ years in a multi-unit or regional leadership role, • Strong financial acumen with proven ability to manage budgets, labor, and costs effectively, • Proficiency in Google Workspace expected; experience with third-party delivery platforms, MarginEdge, and Harri preferred, • Extensive knowledge of State and local food safety regulations across NY, NJ, and CT, • Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, • Willingness and ability to travel frequently throughout the Tri-State area, • Energetic, approachable, adaptable with experience building and leading high-performing teams • Bi-lingual in English and Spanish What We Offer At maman, we're proud to provide a supportive and people-first environment where leaders can thrive and grow. Our Regional Culinary Directors enjoy: • A collaborative culture that values teamwork, initiative, and continuous improvement, • Competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, and growth opportunities within a fast-growing brand, • Comprehensive healthcare options, 401k and commuter benefits, • Paid time off and a flexible, supportive work environment, • Ongoing professional development, training, and opportunities for internal mobility, • Sweet perks cookies, coffee, and in-store discounts, • A company culture where we roll up our sleeves, support one another, and celebrate shared success Keep in mind that maman is growing and developing everyday. We all do a little bit of everything like to roll our sleeves up and get our hands dirty to help a colleague out. Thank you for your interest in maman and look forward to chatting with you.

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  • Supply Chain Manager
    Supply Chain Manager
    1 month ago
    $55000–$60000 yearly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Expeditor MTO Department | Industrial Construction 📍 New York, 17 State Street Full-time | In-office (5 days a week) About Us PNK Group is an engineering and production company specializing in industrial construction. We are a vertically integrated organization that brings together investment, development, engineering, and general contracting expertise under one roof. As an investor, we finance our own projects. As a developer, we manage the entire construction process. As an engineering company, we design efficient, future-ready industrial buildings. And as a general contractor, we deliver them using large-unit building components manufactured at our own production facilities. We are a growing company driven by innovation and a practical, hands-on approach to problem-solving. At PNK Group, you’ll work on meaningful projects with real end-to-end impact, collaborate with experienced professionals, and have the opportunity to grow alongside the company. We value initiative, teamwork, and fresh ideas, and we believe that our people play a key role in shaping the future of industrial development. The Role We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Expeditor to support procurement operations and coordinate orders between suppliers and construction sites. This role is essential in ensuring timely delivery, accurate order tracking, and smooth communication across departments. The ideal candidate is proactive, structured, and comfortable managing multiple orders simultaneously. What You Will Do Order Coordination & Delivery Control Coordinate orders between suppliers and construction sites Ensure timely delivery and payment processing Monitor order status and proactively resolve delays Maintain high OTIF performance (97%+) Cross-Functional Communication Communicate with site managers, suppliers, procurement, and accounting teams Provide status updates on open Purchase Orders (POs) Escalate risks or delivery issues when necessary Procurement & Administrative Support Assist with preparation of purchase orders Support procurement and accounting departments with documentation Ensure complete and accurate order tracking records Data & Database Management Maintain and update order database Ensure all POs older than 2 days have fully completed order tracking cards Maintain at least 80% completeness of supplier contact data in the database Performance Expectations (KPIs) Fully completed order tracking cards for all POs older than 2 days 97%+ OTIF (On-Time-In-Full) delivery performance 80%+ completeness of supplier contact data in database What We Are Looking For Conversational English required Experience maintaining databases is a plus Experience in procurement or construction is a plus Strong organizational and coordination skills Ability to manage multiple active orders simultaneously High attention to detail and accountability What We Offer Starting salary: $55,000 $60,000 after 90-day probation period Health insurance PTO and paid holidays Office located in Wall Street Opportunity to grow within procurement and construction operations Exposure to large-scale industrial projects

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  • New Store Opening, Culinary Trainer
    New Store Opening, Culinary Trainer
    4 days ago
    $80000–$120000 yearly
    Full-time
    SoHo, Manhattan

    New Store Opening, Culinary Trainer maman Multi-Market Role (home base in NYC, Charlotte, Dallas, DC or Greater Miami) Extensive Travel Required At maman, we believe every café should feel like coming home --- warm hospitality, thoughtful food, beautiful spaces, and teams that care deeply about the guest experience. As we continue to grow, we are looking for a New Store Opening, Operations Training Specialists specialized in the back of house field. This role will help bring each new maman to life with excellence, consistency, and heart. This role is for a hands-on hospitality leader who thrives in fast-paced environments, loves building teams from the ground up, and feels energized by travel and new beginnings. While this role may be based in NYC, Charlotte, Dallas, DC, or the Greater Miami area, it requires extensive travel (approximately 9--10 months per year) to support new café openings, with cross-market support as needed. About the Role As our BOH NSO Specialist, you will lead kitchen pre-openings from setup through stabilization. You'll ensure every new maman kitchen opens organized, food-safe, fully trained, and operating with consistency from day one. You will oversee equipment ordering and installation, kitchen organization, BOH onboarding and certification, and operational readiness. During non-opening periods, you'll support retraining and operational reinforcement in existing markets. What You'll Do Kitchen Setup Launch • Order and set up kitchen equipment, smallwares, and appliances, • Organize BOH stations, storage, pars, and prep systems, • Oversee equipment installation and functionality checks, • Ensure full compliance with food safety and sanitation standards BOH Training Certification • Lead hands-on training for line cooks, prep cooks, bakers, and porters, • Train teams on recipe execution, portioning, labeling, dating, and storage, • Certify station proficiency and track training progress, • Coach in real time and address performance gaps with clarity and care Operational Excellence • Train on KDS, ordering platforms, inventory systems, and daily BOH procedures, • Support inventory controls, food ordering, and waste management, • Support in first schedule templates and schedule building, • Conduct readiness assessments before opening, • Step into shifts as needed to model standards and execution, • Partner cross-functionally to ensure smooth, scalable openings Who You Are • Experienced in multi-unit restaurant openings or high-volume kitchen training, • Strong culinary background (line cook experience required; baking experience a plus), • Deep knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and inventory systems, • A calm, accountable leader who builds trust in the kitchen, • Highly organized and detail-oriented, • Comfortable working hands-on in a fast-paced environment, • Bilingual (English/Spanish) candidates are highly celebrated within our growing markets, • Energized by travel and being on the road extensively Requirements • Must be 21 years of age or older and legally authorized to work in the U.S., • Ability to stand for extended periods and work full shifts, • Open availability, including holidays and weekends, • Reliable transportation and ability to travel extensively within assigned region, • State based Food Handler Certification (or willingness to obtain) Compensation Benefits Salary Range: 80,000 - 120,000 (location dependant) Multi-Location Role Extensive Travel Required We offer: • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, • 401(k) Retirement Plan opportunities, • Employee Discount Benefits salary may vary by state and eligibility

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  • Fashion Buyer
    Fashion Buyer
    1 month ago
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Design-Led Sourcing & Business Development Partner (Part-Time | NYC) We are building a global fashion sourcing and production bridge connecting New York brands with premium manufacturing partners across Turkey, India, Vietnam, and Bangladesh. We design, develop, and source fashion collections — and we are now expanding our presence in New York. We are looking for a style-aware, commercially sharp professional who can represent our collections, pitch seasonal capsules, and develop wholesale partnerships across NYC. Your Role: • Present and pre-sell new fashion collections to brands and boutiques, • Identify category gaps and develop sourcing solutions, • Build wholesale accounts and recurring production cycles, • Coordinate sampling and production timelines, • Experience in fashion wholesale, buying, or brand development, • Understanding of fabrics and garment production, • Strong communication and negotiation skills, • Entrepreneurial mindset, • Flexible part-time structure, • Competitive base + performance commission, • Direct exposure to global production network, • Growth opportunity into leadership role, • Founder-level mentorship If you understand fashion beyond trends — and see opportunity in design-led sourcing — we’d love to connect. WHAT THIS PERSON WILL DO 1️⃣ Pitch & Pre-Sell Collections • Present new styles and capsules to NYC brands & boutique buyers, • Sell collections pre-production, • Take category-wise orders (linen, resortwear, womenswear, kidswear, etc.), • Help brands source smarter (cost optimization + quality control), • Present fabric options (linen, cotton blends, specialty fabrics), • Connect brands to ethical manufacturing consortium, • Understand category gaps in brands, • Suggest line extensions, • Develop seasonal capsules, • Identify boutiques and mid-size brands, • Open new accounts, • Negotiate MOQs, • Track Garment District trends, • Understand pricing benchmarks, • Analyze buyer appetite, • Feed insights back into production planning 👤 IDEAL PROFILE We are looking for someone who: • Has experience in fashion wholesale, buying, or showroom representation, • Understands fabrics and garment construction, • Has relationships in NYC boutiques / small brands, • Is confident pitching to founders and buyers, • Can speak commercial language (margins, MOQs, timelines), • Is entrepreneurial and self-driven Bonus: • Experience in garment district, • Fashion merchandising background, • Experience in sourcing or manufacturing

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