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  • General Manager
    General Manager
    5 hours ago
    $65000–$70000 yearly
    Full-time
    Garden City

    We started Van Leeuwen Ice Cream in a yellow truck on the streets of NYC in 2008 with a mission to make good ice cream that makes you feel good. Nowadays, people can spend so much time on what's "healthy" they don't stop to consider what's healthy. As far as we're concerned, happiness is healthiness. We strive to ensure every scoop, store and employee feels and creates one community to contribute to the overall brand. Van Leeuwen Ice Cream is hiring a full-time Multi-Unit General Manager to oversee our two Long Island locations (Roosevelt Field Mall + Roslyn). This is a great opportunity for a highly experienced individual to work closely with the founding team of Van Leeuwen Ice Cream as they embark on their next stage of accelerated growth. The ideal candidate is someone who has experience operating food retail spaces (multi-unit or high volume single-unit), loves building and leading teams, and can thrive in a fast-paced environment (and loves ice cream!). The Multi-Unit General Manager is responsible for the overall operation of their assigned store(s). This includes managing people operations, sales, inventory, and the guest service experience. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES • Completes store operational requirements by scheduling and assigning stations for employees, • Maintains store staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees, • Maintains store staff job results by coaching, counseling, disciplining, and terminating employees; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results, • Achieves financial objectives by monitoring sales targets, maintaining budgets, and properly forecasting labor, • Upholds excellent standard of customer service, • Ensures availability of merchandise and services by communicating with vendors; maintaining inventories, • Maintains a safe and clean environment for customers and employees, • Rolls out new menu items to team members and communicates these changes throughout the retail space, • Processes weekly payroll in a timely and accurate manner, • Orders and maintains uniform supply and successfully holds all employees to uniform standard, • Addresses all maintenance issues JOB REQUIREMENTS • NYC DOH Food handlers license required, • 2+ years of experience in a food retail management role preferred, • Prior experience managing a team required, • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, • Ability to regularly lift 50 lbs or more, • Ability to multitask PERKS + BENEFITS • Employee Scoop Card (Enjoy Ice Cream from any of our scoop shops nationwide), • Medical, Dental + Vision Insurance with 70% Employer Contribution, • 401k with up to 4% Employer Match, • Cell Phone Reimbursement Plan, • Paid Time Off - 3 Weeks / 120 Hours Total, • Paid Sick Time, • Yearly Performance Reviews Van Leeuwen Ice Cream is committed to pay transparency and equity among all employees and provides employees an environment where pay transparency and dialogue on compensation are allowed. Van Leeuwen Ice Cream complies with Equal Employment Opportunity laws as well as federal, state, and local laws on compensation, pay transparency, and pay equity. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held. Salary Range $65,000---$70,000 USD Here at Van Leeuwen, Good Ice Cream Is For Everyone! As an equal opportunity employer, we strive to foster a welcoming, diverse environment for every employee and customer. We pride ourselves on the creativity that goes into our ice cream and is built in our stores (by YOU) that help us meet our missions and values.

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  • Daycare Assistant
    Daycare Assistant
    30 days ago
    $16.5 hourly
    Part-time
    Queens Village, Queens

    Daycare assistant needed Must be able to multitask. Maintain constant supervision of children in your assigned group, ensuring compliance with NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) child-to-staff ratio requirements at all times. Monitor children’s physical safety, emotional comfort, and social interactions, intervening promptly and positively when needed. Assist with toileting, diapering, and handwashing routines, following strict hygiene protocols to prevent the spread of illness. Provide comfort and reassurance to children experiencing separation anxiety or emotional distress, using calm, nurturing communication. Learning & Play Support Support lead teachers in delivering developmentally appropriate activities that promote cognitive, social, emotional, and physical growth. Prepare and facilitate creative play experiences such as painting, building blocks, dramatic play, and sensory exploration. Engage children in storytelling, singing, and interactive reading to foster early literacy and listening skills. Encourage problem-solving, cooperation, and self-expression through guided group activities and free play. Meal & Snack Assistance Assist in preparing, portioning, and serving meals and snacks in accordance with NYC DOHMH food safety regulations. Model and encourage healthy eating habits, including trying new foods and practicing good table manners. Support children who require extra help during mealtimes, such as opening containers, cutting food, or accommodating dietary restrictions. Classroom Organization & Cleanliness Keep the classroom tidy, safe, and inviting, ensuring that learning materials are accessible and in good condition. Sanitize toys, tables, and high-touch surfaces daily, following NYC childcare sanitation guidelines. Assist in setting up and breaking down activity stations, nap areas, and outdoor play spaces. Recordkeeping & Communication Help maintain accurate attendance logs, meal counts, and incident reports as required by NYC childcare licensing standards. Share daily observations with lead teachers, noting children’s moods, developmental milestones, and any concerns. Communicate respectfully and professionally with parents during drop-off and pick-up, relaying important updates when appropriate. Outdoor & Physical Activities Supervise children during outdoor play, ensuring safe use of playground equipment and adherence to safety rules. Organize and participate in gross motor activities such as obstacle courses, ball games, and dance sessions to promote physical development. Adapt activities to accommodate varying skill levels and abilities, ensuring inclusivity. Support for Special Needs Provide individualized attention to children with developmental delays, sensory sensitivities, or physical disabilities, following any Individualized Education Program (IEP) or care plan. Collaborate with lead teachers and specialists to implement inclusive learning strategies. Team Collaboration & Professional Development Work closely with lead teachers, administrators, and fellow assistants to plan activities, solve challenges, and maintain a positive, respectful work environment. Attend regular staff meetings, training sessions, and professional development workshops, including CPR/First Aid certification, mandated reporter training, and NYC-specific childcare safety courses. Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $16.50 per hour Benefits: Paid time off Schedule: 8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday Supplemental Pay: Bonus opportunities Tips Experience: Teaching: 1 year (Preferred) Childcare: 1 year (Preferred) License/Certification: Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred) Work Location: In person

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  • Chef
    Chef
    1 month ago
    $75000–$100000 yearly
    Full-time
    West Hempstead

    We’re opening a new neighborhood coffee shop with a brand-new kitchen and equipment. we’re looking for a Chef who wants to build something from the ground up.This is more than a cooking job. You’ll be leading and shaping our entire back-of-house operation. The ideal candidate will have a passion for creating unique and delicious specials, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to work quickly and efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for training staff, and ensuring that all health and safety regulations are followed. Responsibilities: • Maintain a clean and organized kitchen., • Overseeing all back-of-house operations; Setting up kitchen systems, prep workflows, and standards, • Ensure that all food is prepared according to health and safety standards., • Ensuring quality, consistency, and cleanliness, • Ordering, inventory, and food cost control, • Hiring, training, and leading kitchen staff as we grow., • Collaborating directly with ownership on menu development and growth plans. What We’re Looking For • Proven kitchen experience (breakfast, brunch, or sandwich concepts preferred), • Strong organizational and leadership skills, • Someone motivated to grow with the business long-term, • Comfortable working independently and taking initiative, • Passion for simple, high-quality food done right, • Experience opening or building a kitchen is a big plus., • Must be a team player and a clean worker, • Must have a positive attitude Why This Opportunity Is Different • Brand-new kitchen & equipment, • Real creative input and leadership, • Opportunity to grow compensation as the business grows, • Health insurance and 401k planned as the company expands, • A chance to help shape a neighborhood staple from day one

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  • Graphic Design Artist Intern
    Graphic Design Artist Intern
    2 months ago
    $23–$26 hourly
    Part-time
    Jericho

    Beechwood is looking for a Graphic Design Artist Intern to work directly with the Creative team on multimedia projects. The ideal candidate is a person who has the passion for creating and the eagerness to learn. The candidate should be able to take projects from concept to final production. This individual should have great communication skills and be able to pay attention to detail and complete projects when requested, and at times work with clients. Types of projects include branding, logo creation, environmental signage, web design, invitations, marketing collateral, working with technical architectural drawings, digital signage, social media content and more. Flexible Schedule, Days and Hours, Available Activities include: • Communicating with senior team members to receive feedback, • Liaising effectively with clients and other team members, • Aware of current trends in print and social media, • Supporting the team throughout the execution of campaigns and projects, • Prepares work to be accomplished by gathering information and materials, • Plans concept by studying information and materials., • Illustrates concept by designing rough layout of art and copy regarding arrangement, size, type size and style, and related aesthetic concepts, • Prepares finished copy and art for production, • Completes projects by coordinating with outside agencies, art services, printers, etc., • Participates in the design, planning and execution of corporate events Skills required • Strong written and verbal communication skills, • Adeptness with leading design software packages, • The ability to meet deadlines in a high pressure environment, • The ability to see projects through from inception to production, • Consistency regardless of project size, • Good organizational skills that support the rest of the team, • Adobe Creative Suite (Required), • Powerpoint, • Email template and web design a plus., • Video a plus, • Graphic Design: 1 year (Required), • Adobe Photoshop: 1 year (Required), • Adobe Illustrator: 1 year (Required)

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