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  • District Manager
    District Manager
    2 days ago
    $100000–$110000 yearly
    Full-time
    Moonachie

    Reports to: Director of Operations With a projected 1,000 cafes in the United States by 2030, Paris Baguette is one of the fastest-growing neighborhood bakery cafés in the world. Our vision is to reestablish the neighborhood bakery café as the heart of the community around the world. Paris Baguette's mission is to bring expertly crafted baked and brewed goods through a warm and welcoming bakery café experience that delivers joy to everyone. If you are someone who has heart, wants to spread joy, nourish community and is ready to rise to the occasion, we are looking for you to join our growing team! WHAT WE ARE HUNGRY FOR As District Manager you are responsible for maximizing the assigned district's revenue and cash flow growth by efficient use of people, processes and planning. You will be responsible for the execution of an obsessive guest experience that continually exceeds guest expectations. The ideal candidate will provide leadership and vision to their District management staff in our vision to re-establish the neighborhood bakery café as the heart of the community around the world. KNOWLEDGE AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Support strategic planning, implementation and follow up initiatives amongst the team of managers in their market., • Responsible for the primary focus on corporate café operations and all aspects of corporate talent, including talent acquisition, retention and development, where applicable., • Offer guidance and mentorship to other members of the operations team in their respective market - when / where applicable., • Identifies the training needs of cafe managers and works in conjunction with training team to execute applicable training., • Facilitates one-on-one or classroom training as appropriate and needed with franchisee teams., • Creates a mentoring and supportive environment focused on continuous development of teams., • Supports franchisee owners and their GMs to ensure they have processes and procedures to manage performance, like skills evaluations and assessments and performance management, • Also support owners and GMs to ensure they are knowledgeable and aware of the training and development curriculum to ensure their teams have the training necessary to do their jobs to the best of their abilities., • Continually inspects the Region/District's Operational and Guest Service standards; consistently communicates standards to cafe managers and ensures execution at café level., • Proactively meets or exceeds guest experiences; deals promptly with complaints received and puts action plans into place to address service gaps., • Consistent with the Region/Districts plan, ensures cafe managers have specific, focused and well-executed sales and marketing plans. Evaluates cafe financial progress and performance and helps to develop action plans accordingly., • Ensures adherence to policies and procedures for food and beverage sales and consumption, food safety and health/sanitation., • Ensures that policies and procedures are in compliance with organization's policies and with all local and state regulations., • Utilizes preventive maintenance programs to maintain cafe facilities., • Ability to work varying shifts, weekends and holidays, as well as extended workdays to support business needs., • Other duties may be assigned. WHAT YOU NEED TO HAVE • Bachelor's degree and 5-7 years of progressive related experience in high-volume retail, entertainment, hospitality, or restaurant venue are required., • At least 3 to 5 years of progressive management experience managing teams., • Relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is also acceptable., • Thorough knowledge of working Point of Sale (POS) register systems, Toast experience preferred., • Strong Inventory Planning and Management skills required., • P&L capability and sales/marketing skills and abilities., • Flexible, adaptive, upbeat, open and visible management style, with a successful record of accomplishment of managing senior operations leaders across a large geographically decentralized portfolio., • Passion for people! Dynamic and engaged leader who has a passion for empowering, inspiring, motivating & developing team members., • Exceptional organizational and communication skills with the ability to effectively balance priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced, ever-changing, and highly entrepreneurial environment., • Feedback is a gift! Ability to provide constructive feedback and recognition to every member of the organization, to ensure we have an open and transparent culture of high-performance standards., • High emotional intelligence with the ability to work with, and manage diverse teams by being highly empathetic, intuitive, self-motivated and driven., • Teams Win! Has to be a team player who fosters a collaborative and engaged teamwork environment., • Being a Brand Ambassador, with an excellent knowledge of and commitment to Paris Baguette's Mission, Vision, Brand Values and Culture., • Love of travel! Ability to commute to all current Corporate and Franchise locations, as well as proposed openings. SWEET BENEFITS • Competitive compensation, • Free Cake for your Birthday, • Medical, Dental, Vision benefits, • 401K Retirement Plan, • Paid time off, paid Holidays, • High Performance Culture

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  • Head of Corporate IT & Security
    Head of Corporate IT & Security
    2 days ago
    Full-time
    New York

    About Blank Street Blank Street is on a mission to become the defining food & beverage brand of our generation. At 100+ locations, we've built one of the fastest-growing consumer brands in the US and UK, and are quickly becoming the go-to spot for the next generation of coffee and matcha drinkers. With a large global roadmap ahead, we're shaping the future through elevated beverages, thoughtful store designs, and hospitality-driven experiences. Add a Spark to the Ordinary Corporate IT is a critical enabler of how Blank Street grows, powering our teams to move fast, stay connected, and operate securely at scale. This role leads the strategy and execution of Corporate IT, with clear decision-making ownership and close, dotted-line partnership with Field IT leads across the US and UK to ensure a seamless, high-performing experience across every store and office. What You'll Own: • Corporate IT strategy and operating model (support intake, prioritization, escalation, documentation), • Dotted-line partnership with Ishaq (UK Field IT) and alignment with the US Field IT hire — you set global strategy and standards, local teams execute, • Security fundamentals: identity, access, endpoint security posture, incident readiness, • MDM and endpoint standards: provisioning, compliance, refresh cycles, secure configuration baselines, • SaaS consolidation: reduce sprawl, manage vendors, improve cost and risk controls, • Training and enablement: onboarding/offboarding, security hygiene, self-serve playbooks, • AI enablement and governance: safe usage policy, approved tools, training, evaluation of new tools, • Field IT alignment (US + UK): standards, tooling alignment, decision-making, escalations Who You Are: • Senior operator who can set strategy and build an IT operating model from scratch — this is a greenfield function, • Strong security and risk mindset with practical, hands-on execution, • Clear communicator who can train and influence across the business, from store teams to executives, • Comfortable working across geographies (US + UK) and multiple retail sites, • Experience with AI governance and establishing safe usage policies across an organization Requirements: • 8+ years in Corporate IT, IT Operations, Security, or related roles, • Hands-on experience with identity/access management and endpoint management (MDM), • Experience consolidating SaaS tools and managing vendors/budgets, • Experience operating across multiple sites and geographies, • Experience building or scaling an IT function (not just maintaining an existing one), • Familiarity with AI tool governance and policy development is a plus, • Background in retail, hospitality, or multi-site consumer businesses is a plus Benefits & Perks: • $150,000 - $200,000 annual base salary, • Blank Street, in good faith, believes that the posted salary range is accurate for this role in New York City at the time of posting. Our salaries are rooted in the desire to pay competitively relative to our organization size and industry, reflecting just one part of the total compensation package. Additional components include equity, healthcare benefits, paid time off and various work perks (commuter benefits, free coffee). Details will be discussed during the interview process. Blank Street may pay more or less than the posted range based on factors such as relevant experience and skills, qualifications and location, among others. This range may be modified in the future., • Equity package, • 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

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  • Tax Manager
    Tax Manager
    3 days ago
    Full-time
    New York

    WHY WORK AT JOE & THE JUICE JOE & THE JUICE is a people-centric food and beverage company built around culture, not just juice, sandwiches, coffee, and much more. When joining us, you step into a high-energy community where the music is loud, the bar is your stage, and your personality matters as much as your skills. We believe in four simple virtues that shape everything we do: • Positive Attitude, • Inclusion, • Social Ties, • Growth For us, this means that when you choose a cup-half-full mindset, welcome people from every background, build real friendships across the bar by creating great guest experiences, and use every shift as a chance to learn something new — you become more than just a Juicer; like us, you continue to search and find purpose and meaning in what you do. From your first day, you'll be part of an international network of Juicers who support each other, celebrate wins together, and push each other to grow. You will learn by doing, move through a clear Moneyball career path, and be part of a company where most leaders have earned their stripes behind the bar (fun fact: over 75% of our employees started as Juicers!). If you love fast-paced service, music, people, and the idea of turning a job into a lifestyle, JOE can become a place to build skills, friendships, and a career that can take you across cities, countries, and roles. POSITION SUMMARY The Joe & The Juice Team is looking for a highly motivated, skilled tax professional to join our in-house tax team. Based in New York City, this role will report into the Senior Manager, Tax, in Copenhagen. The Manager of Tax will be a key member of the tax team, responsible for the day-to-day operations, including the accuracy and timeliness of compliance and tax reporting matters. This position will support direct and indirect tax compliance and tax accounting matters for Joe & The Juice's US and global operations. The role will partner with Accounting and Finance stakeholders to support them with all tax related matters. The role interfaces with partners across the organization, including the Accounting, Treasury, HR, Finance, Real estate & Growth and Legal teams to optimize existing processes, solve business challenges, design new workflows, and implement new technology solutions to drive efficient and accurate reporting. You will be responsible for strengthening relationships with third party advisors. You will be a critical member in the development of an adaptive Tax department that continues to scale to support Joe & The Juice's growth goals. The ideal candidate takes a proactive approach towards driving quality results, thrives in a fast-paced environment, thinks creatively, and strives to consistently exceed expectations. Primary responsibilities include: • Manage U.S. federal, state and local, and foreign income tax return filings with third party service providers;, • Manage sales and use tax filings, including future registrations;, • Evaluate sales taxability of Joe & the Juice products based on applicable state and local regulations;, • Manage annual extension process, including remittance of payments;, • Maintain documentation of ASC 740 tax positions;, • Collaborate with Accounting and FP&A departments on tax reporting matters;, • Partner with Accounting to ensure transfer pricing agreements are adhered to and appropriately recorded;, • Develop strong relationships and collaboration with the Real Estate & Growth team and build out process for entering new states for tax compliance;, • Partner with Legal to support the drafting and submission of voluntary disclosure agreements;, • Ensure accurate, timely filing of all business-related filings, including franchise, property and commercial rent tax returns;, • Manage inquiries from government authorities, including notice resolution and audits;, • Monitor legislative and regulatory tax law developments and communicate the effects of these developments;, • Understand and conduct research on tax issues to support inquires from the business;, • Maintain control environment by adhering to requirements and updating documentation;, • Develop strong relationships with Accounting department to maximize opportunities for automation of data and ensure completeness, accuracy, and efficiency;, • Identify and implement technological and procedural improvements with a strong commitment to detail;, • Provide ad hoc support on various projects; EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION • 4-6 years working in the corporate tax function and/or a public accounting/tax advisory firm, exposure to international tax or multi-jurisdictional compliance preferred.;, • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field;, • CPA required; MBA or JD with tax concentration a plus;, • Excellent project management skills with proactive approach towards driving quality results;, • Significant experience in ASC 740 and tax related financial reporting;, • Exposure to global transfer pricing rules and regulations are preferred;, • Experience with tax provisioning software and Avalara is a plus, • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in order to collaborate with key stakeholders across the organization and articulate complex information;, • Superior organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments in a fast-paced environment with small team., • Compensation- Starting at $130,000 Joe & the Juice is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We're committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome all qualified applicants — no matter your race, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, or background. NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY [https://tinyurl.com/joejuicenotice](https://www.linkedin.com/redir/redirect/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftinyurl%2Ecom%2Fjoejuicenotice&urlhash=QeP9&isSdui=true){#menur9g41}] ABOUT JOE & THE JUICE JOE & THE JUICE is a healthy fast-casual concept founded in Copenhagen in 2002; since then, we have grown to more than 500 locations across 20 countries and now employ more than 4,500 people worldwide. From day one, our ambition has been to prove that there should be no trade-off between taste and health. We serve high-quality, freshly prepared juices, shakes, coffee, and sandwiches in relaxed, contemporary concept cafés that combine convenience with distinct urban atmospheres. JOE & THE JUICE goes beyond products toward the full experience around the bar, creating a consistent universe for guests and Juicers in all our locations. We invest heavily in internal development through our Moneyball career system and a culture where most leaders, including C-suite, VPs, and directors, have started behind the bar. We continue to evolve our people-centric and sustainability agenda that is part of our Nordic heritage and our commitment to a better future.

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  • Director of Marketing & Communications
    Director of Marketing & Communications
    14 days ago
    $70000–$80000 yearly
    Full-time
    Concourse, The Bronx

    ABOUT BXEDC The Bronx Economic Development Corporation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing economic growth, tourism, and opportunity across the Bronx. Through small business support, access to capital, commercial corridor development, tourism promotion, and strategic partnerships, BXEDC works to strengthen the borough’s economy and promote the Bronx as a destination for business, culture, tourism, and investment. POSITION OVERVIEW The Director of Marketing & Communications will lead BXEDC's marketing, communications, digital content, and public-facing storytelling. This role will promote BXEDC's programs, events, small business services, tourism initiatives, and economic development work across digital, print, press, website, and event platforms. The Director will support key BXEDC initiatives, including Bronx Week, Tour de Bronx, the Bronx Walk of Fame, the Bronx Walk of Fame app and signage initiative, BX-Factor Small Business Challenge, small business workshops, loan programs, technical assistance efforts, tourism campaigns, commercial corridor initiatives, ribbon cuttings, press conferences, and partner events. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES · Develop and implement marketing and communications strategies that support BXEDC's mission, programs, events, and organizational priorities. · Manage BXEDC's brand identity, messaging, tone, and visual consistency across digital, print, press, website, and event materials. · Create, edit, and coordinate marketing materials, including flyers, newsletters, social media graphics, event invitations, program summaries, press materials, presentations, and other collateral. · Manage BXEDC's social media channels, website content, email newsletter, content calendar, and digital performance tracking. · Create written, photo, video, and graphic content highlighting Bronx businesses, entrepreneurs, neighborhoods, cultural assets, commercial corridors, and BXEDC initiatives. · Lead marketing and promotional efforts for Bronx Week, Tour de Bronx, the Bronx Walk of Fame, BX-Factor, business workshops, summits, tourism campaigns, and partner events. · Interact and engage with elected officials, government agencies, community partners, and other external stakeholders to support BXEDC events, communications, public-facing initiatives, and partnership opportunities. · Attend events as needed to capture content, coordinate social media coverage, support photographers and videographers, and ensure consistent public messaging. · Develop small business spotlights, neighborhood features, tourism content, entrepreneur stories, and program impact stories. · Support press releases, media advisories, talking points, event scripts, public statements, sponsor recognition, funder visibility, and post-event recaps. · Coordinate with external vendors and consultants, including graphic designers, web developers, photographers, videographers, printers, and public relations support. · Maintain organized marketing files, templates, digital assets, photo archives, brand materials, and content folders. · Assist with special projects and organizational priorities as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS · Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, public relations, journalism, public administration, nonprofit management, business, urban studies, or a related field required. · Five or more years of relevant experience in marketing, communications, public relations, nonprofit management, economic development, government, tourism, community engagement, or related work. · Strong writing, editing, proofreading, storytelling, and public-facing communications skills. · Experience managing social media, newsletters, websites, content calendars, campaigns, event marketing, press support, and stakeholder engagement. · Ability to translate programs, events, funding opportunities, and economic development initiatives into clear and compelling public messaging. · Strong understanding of Bronx communities, small businesses, tourism, neighborhood development, public-sector partnerships, or nonprofit economic development preferred. · Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Canva, and common social media platforms required; experience with Adobe Creative Suite, Constant Contact, Mailchimp, WordPress, Wix, Squarespace, Meta Business Suite, Google Analytics, or similar platforms preferred. · Familiarity with photography, videography, short-form video, graphic design, and content production strongly preferred. · Highly organized, detail-oriented, creative, and able to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. · Availability for occasional early morning, evening, and weekend events required; bilingual English/Spanish skills preferred. COMPENSATION The salary range for this position is $70,000 - $80,000, commensurate with experience. BXEDC offers a competitive benefits package consistent with organizational policy.

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  • Senior Legal Manager US (NY Based)
    Senior Legal Manager US (NY Based)
    3 days ago
    Full-time
    New York

    WHY WORK AT JOE & THE JUICE JOE & THE JUICE is a people-centric food and beverage company built around culture, not just juice, sandwiches, coffee, and much more. When joining us, you step into a high-energy community where the music is loud, the bar is your stage, and your personality matters as much as your skills. We believe in four simple virtues that shape everything we do: • Positive Attitude, • Inclusion, • Social Ties, • Growth For us, this means that when you choose a cup-half-full mindset, welcome people from every background, build real friendships across the bar by creating great guest experiences, and use every shift as a chance to learn something new — you become more than just a Juicer; like us, you continue to search and find purpose and meaning in what you do. From your first day, you'll be part of an international network of Juicers who support each other, celebrate wins together, and push each other to grow. You will learn by doing, move through a clear Moneyball career path, and be part of a company where most leaders have earned their stripes behind the bar (fun fact: over 75% of our employees started as Juicers!). If you love fast-paced service, music, people, and the idea of turning a job into a lifestyle, JOE can become a place to build skills, friendships, and a career that can take you across cities, countries, and roles. Head Legal Counsel / Senior Manager US Position Overview As Joe & the Juice continues its rapid expansion across the United States, we are seeking a senior legal leader to serve as the primary legal partner for the U.S. business. This role will provide strategic and practical legal guidance across a broad range of commercial, operational, employment, real estate, compliance, and corporate matters while helping build the legal infrastructure necessary to support long-term growth. The candidate will be reporting to the CLO, Group General Counsel based in Europe and on a day-to-day have a seat on the US leadership team, partnering closely with cross-functional stakeholders, this individual will play a critical role in balancing legal risk with business objectives, enabling growth, and strengthening governance across the U.S. organization. This position is based at our U.S. Headquarters in New York City and will serve as the lead legal resource supporting all U.S. operations and future expansion initiatives. This role represents an opportunity to build and shape the legal function for a rapidly growing U.S. business. The successful candidate will not only provide day-to-day legal counsel but will also help establish the governance, processes, and legal infrastructure necessary to support significant future expansion. The ideal candidate is equally comfortable sitting at the executive table helping shape business strategy as they are rolling up their sleeves to solve complex legal and operational challenges. Key Responsibilities Strategic Business Partnership • Serve as a trusted legal advisor to the U.S. Executive Leadership Team. Partner with senior leaders across Operations, People, Finance, Procurement, Development, Marketing, and Technology to support business objectives. Provide practical, commercially focused legal guidance that enables growth while appropriately managing risk. * Advise strategic initiatives, market expansion, organizational changes, and business transformation efforts. Commercial & Corporate Legal • Lead the drafting, review, negotiation, and execution of complex commercial agreements. Support vendor, supplier, procurement, technology, licensing, marketing, and service agreements. Advise stakeholders on contractual obligations, risk exposure, and negotiation strategy. Support corporate governance, entity management, board-related matters, and internal governance frameworks. Establish scalable contract management and legal review processes. Real Estate & Development • Serve as the legal partner for all U.S. real estate, development, and store growth activities. Lead and support the U.S. legal agenda, partnering closely with the business to align legal priorities with growth plans. Review and negotiate leases, amendments, renewals, landlord disputes, and occupancy-related matters. Partner closely with Development, Operations, and Retail leadership to support the store pipeline, new store openings, and market expansion. Provide legal guidance on real estate transactions, obligations, and risk mitigation strategies. * Support the continued scaling of the U.S. business by helping build the right legal processes, structure, and team support as the market grows. Employment, Labor & Regulatory Compliance • Advise leadership on employment-related legal matters and workplace risk. Partner closely with the People Team and external counsel on employee relations, investigations, claims, and litigation matters. Support policy development, handbook updates, compliance initiatives, and workplace governance. * Monitor and advise on evolving federal, state, and local employment regulations impacting the U.S. business. Risk Management, Compliance & Governance • Develop and strengthen legal, compliance, and governance frameworks across the U.S. organization. Identify emerging legal and business risks and implement proactive mitigation strategies. Create scalable legal processes, controls, and documentation standards to support future growth. Oversee relationships with external counsel and manage legal spend effectively. Support enterprise risk management initiatives and regulatory compliance efforts. Desired Candidate Profile • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school. Licensed attorney in good standing. 8–12+ years of legal experience. Combination of top law firm and in-house counsel experience strongly preferred. Experience supporting multi-unit retail, hospitality, restaurant, consumer, franchise, or other high-growth organizations preferred. Strong background in commercial contracting, corporate law, and business transactions. Experience supporting real estate, employment, compliance, and operational matters. Proven ability to influence and advise senior executives. Strategic thinker with a practical, solutions-oriented approach. * Comfortable operating independently in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. Success Measures • Effective legal support across all U.S. operations and growth initiatives. Timely and strategic review of commercial agreements and business transactions. Reduced legal, regulatory, and compliance risk. Strong governance frameworks and scalable legal processes. Trusted partnership with executive leadership and cross-functional teams. Successful support of new market expansion and development initiatives. Establishment of a legal function capable of scaling alongside the continued growth of the U.S. business. Competitive Compensation starting at $185,000 Joe & the Juice is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We're committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome all qualified applicants — no matter your race, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, or background. NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY [https://tinyurl.com/joejuicenotice](https://www.linkedin.com/redir/redirect/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftinyurl%2Ecom%2Fjoejuicenotice&urlhash=QeP9&isSdui=true)] ABOUT JOE & THE JUICE JOE & THE JUICE is a healthy fast-casual concept founded in Copenhagen in 2002; since then, we have grown to more than 500 locations across 20 countries and now employ more than 4,500 people worldwide. From day one, our ambition has been to prove that there should be no trade-off between taste and health. We serve high-quality, freshly prepared juices, shakes, coffee, and sandwiches in relaxed, contemporary concept cafés that combine convenience with distinct urban atmospheres. JOE & THE JUICE goes beyond products toward the full experience around the bar, creating a consistent universe for guests and Juicers in all our locations. We invest heavily in internal development through our Moneyball career system and a culture where most leaders, including C-suite, VPs, and directors, have started behind the bar. We continue to evolve our people-centric and sustainability agenda that is part of our Nordic heritage and our commitment to a better future.

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  • Chef de Cuisine - Wollman Rink
    Chef de Cuisine - Wollman Rink
    20 days ago
    $8500–$9000 yearly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    About us: From innovative menus and striking design to impeccable service and critical attention to detail, at Great Performances, we weave our mission into all we do. Serving New York City for over four decades Great Performances has evolved from a waitress staffing agency to the leading catering, events, and hospitality companies in the greater New York area. We provide food services in an array of celebrated New York City cultural institutions including Jazz at Lincoln Center, Brooklyn Museum, Brooklyn Academy of Music, Wave Hill, and The Apollo Theater. We are known for full-service catering and events, corporate workplace dining and amenity programs, and large-scale event and festival production. Great Performances is the nation’s first caterer to own and operate an organic farm, Katchkie Farm located in Kinderhook, NY. Progressive from the start, we consistently set the pace for industry best practices. We are seeking highly motivated and talented individuals to join our team and to support our vision, mission, and values through everything they do. If you share our passion and want to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to apply. Our Vision: Building Community to Better Our World Our Mission: Unleash Joy through Genuine Hospitality Our Core Values: Craftsmanship: developing new menus, designs, and moments to deliver engaging experiences to our clients and guests. People: creating fair access, opportunity, and advancement for everyone. Our employees are our greatest asset. Sustainability: upholding and elevating standards for sustainable behaviors that support our planet. Collaboration: aligning with our clients’, colleagues’, and community’s visions to execute a successful experience. Doing Good through Food: engaging in action around food access, health and wellness, education, and philanthropy. We are seeking a talented, organized, and experienced Chef de Cuisine to lead our kitchen operations at Wollman Rink and deliver exceptional culinary experiences. The ideal candidate is a strong leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about food quality, team development, and operational excellence. This role is responsible for overseeing kitchen staff, maintaining the highest food safety and quality standards, managing inventory and purchasing, and ensuring every dish is prepared and presented with excellence and consistency. Responsibilities Culinary Excellence & Kitchen Operations • Ensure the timely preparation, freshness, quality, and consistency of all dishes served., • Maintain high standards for food presentation, plating, and execution across all services., • Assist with menu development, recipe creation, and seasonal culinary initiatives., • Monitor kitchen operations to ensure efficiency, organization, and smooth daily service. Leadership & Team Development • Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing kitchen team in a fast-paced environment., • Recruit, hire, train, coach, and mentor cooks, food preparation staff, and dishwashers., • Coordinate staff schedules, assignments, and daily workflow to meet operational needs., • Establish and maintain performance standards that promote accountability, consistency, and teamwork. Food Safety & Sanitation • Maintain strict compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations., • Implement and enforce hygiene, cleanliness, and workplace safety procedures., • Monitor kitchen equipment and workspaces to ensure cleanliness, functionality, and operational efficiency. Inventory, Purchasing & Administrative Management • Manage inventory levels and oversee the ordering of food, supplies, and kitchen equipment., • Submit purchase orders and maintain accurate inventory and cost controls., • Purchase products from company-approved vendors while ensuring quality and budget expectations are met., • Support operational and financial goals through effective labor and resource management. Collaboration & Guest Experience • Partner closely with the General Manager and front-of-house leadership to ensure strong communication and seamless service execution., • Address guest or client concerns related to food quality and service in a professional and timely manner., • Continuously seek feedback to improve culinary offerings and the overall guest experience. Qualifications • Minimum of 2 years of restaurant management experience in a high-volume hospitality environment., • Strong culinary background with professional references required., • Knowledge of food safety, sanitation standards, and kitchen operations best practices., • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Excel., • Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills., • Excellent organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving abilities., • Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with kitchen, service, and leadership teams., • Professional demeanor with a positive attitude and strong work ethic., • NYC Food Handler’s Certificate preferred. Location: Wollman Rink, 830 5th Avenue, New York, NY 10065 Position Type: Full-Time, On-Site Base salary: $85,000 – $90,000 year, based on experience Benefits: PTO, 401(k), medical, dental, and vision insurance, transit benefits, paid safe and sick leave, and an FSA (Flexible Spending Account). Must be able to provide valid documentation that you are legally eligible to work in the United States. Great Performance is an equal-opportunity employer. At Great Performances, we employ qualified individuals based solely on their ability, training, and experience. Great Performances does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment or promotion based on race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

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  • Retail Sales (Bilingual Mandarin/English)
    Retail Sales (Bilingual Mandarin/English)
    25 days ago
    Full-time
    Flushing, Queens

    ABOUT FUNZY PLAY Funzy Play is an award-winning indoor playground and family club dedicated to creating joyful, safe, and inspiring spaces for children and families. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for motivated, energetic team members to join our sales team — helping families discover, experience, and celebrate the Funzy magic. Position Overview The Sales plays a key role in driving Funzy’s success by converting walk-in guests into loyal members, managing party inquiries, and delivering exceptional customer service. You’ll be the first touchpoint for new families and the trusted advisor for our returning guests. This role combines sales, customer relations, and event coordination — ideal for someone who is personable, organized, and loves working in a lively, family-oriented environment. Key Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities 1. Sales & Conversion Introduce Funzy memberships, passes, and classes to walk-in customers. Handle party inquiries, provide package details, and close bookings. Maintain accurate sales records and update customer information in the system. Meet and exceed individual and team sales targets (KPI-based). 1. Customer Service Greet guests warmly and ensure an exceptional customer experience. Address questions about memberships, parties, and promotions clearly and professionally. Handle customer feedback and concerns with empathy and professionalism. 1. Marketing & Promotion Support social media content creation and in-store marketing activities. Assist with event planning and holiday campaigns to drive sales. Collaborate with the marketing team to track campaign results and conversion rates. 1. Teamwork & Reporting Work closely with party planners and front-desk staff to ensure smooth operations. Prepare weekly and monthly sales reports. Attend sales and strategy meetings to review performance and upcoming goals. Qualifications Friendly, outgoing, and confident communicator. Minimum 3 years of sales work experience. Excellent organizational and multitasking skills. Comfortable working with point-of-sale and CRM systems. Availability to work weekends and holidays. (Monday off) Experience of working with kids/early education preferred Compensation: Base Pay: Starting from $20–$25/hour Commission: Performance-based, tied to monthly revenue and conversion rate. Paid vacation and sick days (after probation) Complimentary Funzy membership for family Employee discounts on parties and events Growth and promotion opportunities Career Growth at Funzy Funzy is expanding! High-performing sales staff can grow into: Sales Manager (multi-location sales leadership) Party Planner Operations / Marketing Coordinator Corporate Sales or Franchise Development Team Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: $50,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year Benefits: Paid time off Experience: Sales: 3 years (Required) Language: Mandarin (Required) Work Location: In person

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  • Catering Staff
    Catering Staff
    1 month ago
    $20–$26 hourly
    Full-time
    Central Ward, Newark

    We are seeking a dynamic and organized Popup Food Catering Event Coordinator to oversee and execute catering events, ensuring exceptional guest experiences. This role involves going to various corporate offices, setting up, and serving guests build your own poke bowls. Size of popup events vary and can be as small as 60 meal events or as large as 160 meal events. These events are usually held during lunch time and may be located in New York City, New Jersey, and surrounding areas. Smaller events may only be one person, while larger events will have 2 or more people. You must possess a valid driver’s license. This role involves coordinating all aspects of food service for various events, from small gatherings to large-scale functions. The ideal candidate will possess strong event planning, customer service, and organizational skills, with a passion for hospitality and culinary presentation. The position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple events while delivering outstanding service and memorable experiences. There are two restaurants that you would be supporting that are located in Newark and Montclair, NJ. Duties Plan and coordinate catering events, including menu selection, setup, and execution Manage event logistics, including venue arrangements, staffing, and equipment needs Develop marketing strategies to promote catering services through various channels Oversee event marketing efforts to attract new clients and maintain existing relationships Ensure all events adhere to budget constraints while maintaining high-quality standards Provide excellent customer service by addressing client inquiries and resolving issues promptly Collaborate with kitchen staff, servers, and vendors to ensure smooth event operations Manage time effectively to meet deadlines for multiple concurrent events Conduct post-event evaluations to gather feedback for continuous improvement Requirements Proven experience in event planning, catering, hospitality, or related fields such as banquet management or restaurant/hotel experience Exceptional customer service skills with a focus on guest satisfaction Effective communication skills for liaising with clients, vendors, and team members Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and client needs in a dynamic setting A valid driver's license is required. Must be comfortable driving in New York City and surrounding areas. Must be punctual This role is ideal for someone passionate about hospitality and culinary arts who thrives on creating memorable event experiences. The successful candidate will demonstrate professionalism, creativity, and excellent interpersonal skills to excel as a Popup Food Catering Event Coordinator. Pay: $20.00 - $26.00 per hour Application Question(s): Do you have a valid driver's license? Ability to Commute: Newark, NJ 07102 (Required) Work Location: In person

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