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  • VP of Operations
    VP of Operations
    2 days ago
    $180000–$200000 yearly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    At NAYA, we're on an exciting journey - growing fast, sharing authentic, fresh and nutritious Middle Eastern flavors, and building a team that grows right along with us. Our mission is to build genuine connections through the Middle Eastern flavors that nourish and inspire us We are looking for an experienced, passionate person to grow with us as we live our mission. If you're ready to lead with heart, inspire others, and be part of something bigger, NAYA is the place to make it happen. You will love working at NAYA We believe great people deserve great rewards. NAYA offers a comprehensive and people-focused benefits package designed to support you at work and beyond, including: • Competitive pay to recognize your impact, • Competitive bonus plan Paid Vacation time • Medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you healthy and thriving, • Flexible Spending Account, • Commuter benefits to make life easier, • Employee discounts and free NAYA meals --- because we believe in enjoying what we serve, • Pet Insurance - because we love our furry friends, • Growth opportunities at every level --- we invest in developing leaders from within Employee Assistance, Pay on Demand, Identity Theft Protection, and much more! At NAYA, you'll find more than a job --- you'll find a community that values you, supports your goals, and celebrates your success. About the Role The Vice President of Restaurant Operations is a senior leader responsible for driving operational excellence, scaling performance, and building the infrastructure required for NAYA's next phase of growth. This role partners closely with cross-functional leaders to translate strategy into consistent, high-performing restaurant execution across all markets. This leader will own field operations, market expansion readiness, and the development of a strong, people-first culture that delivers exceptional guest experiences while driving profitable growth. How You'll Make an Impact Operational Strategy \& Business Performance • Translate company strategy into clear, executable operational plans across all restaurants and markets, • Drive consistent improvement in key performance metrics: sales, transactions, labor productivity, food cost, and store-level profitability, • Establish and reinforce operating standards that ensure consistency, efficiency, and scalability, • Build systems, routines, and accountability structures that elevate execution across Area Managers and General Managers, • Partner with Finance to manage budgets, forecasts, and performance targets Market Growth \& New Market Strategy • Lead operational readiness for new restaurant openings and market expansion, • Develop scalable playbooks for entering and stabilizing new markets, • Partner with Real Estate, Development, and Marketing to ensure successful market launches, • Build regional leadership structures to support multi-market growth (Market Directors, Area Managers), • Identify risks and opportunities in new and existing markets, adjusting strategy accordingly Guest Experience \& Brand Execution • Ensure consistent delivery of a high-quality, hospitality-driven guest experience across all locations, • Champion initiatives that enhance speed, accuracy, food quality, and overall guest satisfaction, • Partner with Marketing and Culinary to bring brand and menu initiatives to life in restaurants, • Leverage guest feedback and operational data to continuously improve the experience People \& Culture Leadership • Build, develop, and lead a high-performing field organization rooted in NAYA's values, • Create clear expectations, coaching rhythms, and accountability across all levels of operations, • Develop strong leadership pipelines (Shift Leaders → GMs → Area Managers → Market Directors), • Foster a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement Compliance \& NYC Operational Expertise • Ensure full compliance with all local, state, and federal labor laws, with deep expertise in NYC Fair Workweek (FWW) requirements, • Partner with HR and Legal to mitigate risk and uphold best practices across scheduling, pay, and employee relations Who You Are • A strategic restaurant operator who can zoom out to set direction and zoom in to drive execution, • A builder who thrives in growth environments and knows how to scale systems, teams, and performance, • A strong people leader who develops talent and holds teams accountable, • Highly data-driven, with the ability to translate insights into action, • Hands-on, visible, and present in the field What You'll Bring • 10+ years of progressive restaurant operations leadership experience -with significant experience in the fast casual sector, • Proven success leading multi-market operations and supporting new market expansion, • Demonstrated ability to drive operational performance and improve unit-level economics, • Experience building and leading high-performing field leadership teams, • Strong cross-functional partnership skills (Finance, HR, Marketing, Culinary, Technology) You will love working at NAYA

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  • Employee Relations Partner
    Employee Relations Partner
    3 days ago
    $80000–$90000 yearly
    Full-time
    Allendale

    Position & Perks: The HR Manager oversees Employee Relations issues and trends in their assigned region. The HR Manager acts as strategic partner to provide practical, consistent, and proactive support to Area Directors, Managers, and Employees to improve culture and legal compliance. The HR Manager supports a Company Culture that emphasizes employee engagement and recognition, integrity, passion for service, productivity, and professional development. Note: This position is on-site and is not hybrid or remote. We offer a wide package of Benefits including healthcare, PTO, 401k, Paid Holidays and much more! Responsibilities: • Partner with Operations, Management, and HR support team to provide direction and assistance for field operations in the day-to-day human resources administration in accordance with the Company’s policies, procedures, and applicable laws., • Accountable for oversight and management of all Employee Relations for their designated market; conduct or direct investigations as needed resulting from both formal and informal internal / external complaints, • Ownership for their region’s EthicsPoint cases; respond to all complaints, grievances, policy resolution issues, discipline, etc. in a timely manner to recommend outcomes and ensure proper documentation for records., • Draft clear, defensible investigation summaries and recommendations aligned with company precedent, • Independently assess investigation scope, credibility, risk level, and escalation thresholds; determine when to involve Legal or senior HR leadership, • Oversee the other HR Manager’s region’s issues as needed when they are out on PTO, • Analyze Employee Relations data, EthicsPoint trends, and repeat risk indicators to inform policy, training, and Operational and cultural changes; Use data to proactively reduce ER volume and compliance exposure within assigned region, • Communicate and enforce company policies and procedures., • Partner with Director of HR to formulate and implement strategies for employee engagement, recognition, retention, and culture, • Maintain and coordinate all legal files and document coordination for suits and claims for the geographical area of responsibility., • Presents training to concept Managers and others on employee relations and fair employment practices., • Proactively identify risks and ensure the department and company is operating in compliance with federal and state laws., • Maintain consistency and alignment with Operations in the areas of performance management and development with restaurant Management team, outline growth and development opportunities in partnership with Learning and Development team., • Collaborate with Benefits department to mitigate risk and ensure a safe work environment regarding accommodations, Fitness for Duty, and return to work clearance., • May be required to represent company during DOL investigations, legal cases, or to advise concept personnel., • Coordinates or assists at various company outings and cultural initiatives as needed. Qualifications: • Proven ability to manage high-volume Employee Relations casework, including multiple concurrent investigations, tight timelines, and fast-paced decision-making, • Demonstrated experience balancing legal risk, operational realities, and organizational culture in a frontline hourly environment, including support of operations in complex jurisdictions (e.g., NYC, NJ, multi-state compliance environments), • Expert knowledge of labor and employment laws and regulations, with the ability to apply them practically and consistently in real-world operational settings, • Strong emotional intelligence, resilience, and professionalism, with the ability to remain grounded and effective during sensitive, high-conflict, or high-pressure situations, • Coach and influence leaders through difficult decisions, not just deliver outcomes, while maintaining credibility and alignment with company priorities, • Excellent active listening, negotiation, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships at all levels of the organization, • Highly organized, results-oriented, and resourceful, with strong problem-solving, decision-making, and process-improvement capabilities, and a strong sense of urgency Ability to: • Manage conflict and promote a collaborative, professional work environment, • Thrive in a fast-paced environment with multiple competing demands, demonstrating strong follow-through, sound judgment, and attention to detail, • Maintain strict confidentiality and exercise discretion in all matters, • Think strategically while demonstrating practical leadership and execution skills, • Work effectively with cross-functional partners, co-workers, and management, • Work flexible and non-traditional hours as business needs require, • Travel intermittently to local restaurants, area meetings, and special projects, including overnight travel approximately 20–30% annually

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  • Join Our Team – FOH & BOH Positions Open (Servers & Hospitality Roles)
    Join Our Team – FOH & BOH Positions Open (Servers & Hospitality Roles)
    4 days ago
    $13–$25 hourly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Become part of Fifth Avenue's premier new dining destination! QuanJuDe New York is seeking passionate, proactive, and motivated individuals to join the founding team of our much-anticipated U.S. flagship restaurant! With a prestigious 160-year history and global acclaim—underscored by our Vancouver outpost earning a Michelin Star for three consecutive years—our brand is bringing its legendary signature flavors, elevated by a modern, refined experience, right to the center of NYC. We offer a variety of rewarding career paths and are dedicated to building a culture centered on excellence and unparalleled guest service. If you have a strong commitment to service and genuine enthusiasm for hospitality, we look forward to receiving your application! We offer a competitive compensation package, with details negotiable. Front of House (FOH) Positions - Organized by Importance & Category I. Senior Management 1. General Manager (GM) • Responsibilities: Oversees all restaurant operations (FOH & BOH), P&L management, strategic planning, staff leadership, ensuring exceptional guest experiences and brand standards., • Experience: Extensive senior management experience in high-volume, upscale/fine dining required. 2. Assistant General Manager (AGM) • Responsibilities: Supports the GM in all aspects, manages daily FOH operations, staff scheduling and supervision, inventory control, guest relations resolution., • Experience: Strong FOH management experience in upscale dining required. 3. Marketing Director • Responsibilities: Develops and implements marketing strategies, manages brand communications, PR, advertising, social media oversight (must be proficient in major platforms like Instagram, TikTok, etc.), analyzes market trends. Must be familiar with the NYC F&B scene. 1. Floor Manager • Responsibilities: Manages dining room service flow, supervises floor staff, ensures service standards are met, handles guest interactions and resolves issues during service., • Experience: FOH management or supervisory experience in a high-quality restaurant required. 2. Bar Manager • Responsibilities: Oversees all bar operations, beverage inventory management, ordering, cost control, develops cocktail menu, manages bar staff., • Experience: Bar management or extensive high-end bartending/supervisory experience required. 3. Sommelier • Responsibilities: Responsible for maintaining and updating the wine list, cellar organization, providing expert wine service and pairing recommendations to guests, and conducting staff wine training. 1. Server Captain • Responsibilities: Leads a service section, provides exemplary service to guests, assists with training junior servers, may handle special guest requests or VIP tables., • Experience: Extensive fine dining server experience with demonstrated leadership potential required. 2. Expo Lead / Support Leader • Responsibilities: Responsible for ensuring cleanliness of the expo/pass area; ensuring timely and accurate food dispatch in correct sequence; coordinating Food Runner/Support staff; training new support team members., • Experience: Experience as an Expediter or Senior Food Runner preferred, with leadership potential. 3. Server (HIGH TIPS) • Responsibilities: Provides attentive and knowledgeable table service, explains menu items, takes orders accurately, ensures guest needs are met throughout their dining experience., • Experience: Fine dining server experience required; candidates with strong sales awareness and skills (e.g., able to perform upselling and product recommendations) are preferred. 4. Bartender • Responsibilities: Prepares high-quality alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, interacts with guests at the bar, maintains bar cleanliness and inventory, follows recipes precisely., • Experience: Professional bartending experience required; specialized craft cocktail/mixology experience preferred for a stronger focus. 5. Host Leader • Responsibilities: Leads the daily operations of the host team, manages shifts, assists with training new hosts, handles complex reservations or guest inquiries, ensures efficient and organized front desk operations., • Experience: Extensive host experience with demonstrated leadership or training capabilities required. 6. Host / Hostess • Responsibilities: Greets and seats guests, manages reservations flow, answers phones professionally, maintains a welcoming atmosphere at the entrance. Reports to Host Leader or Manager., • Experience: Prior hosting or customer service experience in reputable establishments preferred; excellent communication and customer service awareness are essential; candidates with sales potential or related experience are preferred. 7. Server Assistant • Responsibilities: Responsible for maintaining table cleanliness, assisting with resetting tables, providing water service, restocking service stations with supplies and cutlery, and other support tasks., • Experience: No specific experience required, but relevant F&B experience is a plus; attention to detail and service orientation are key. 8. Food Runner / Support • Responsibilities: Responsible for accurately and efficiently running food orders, assisting with clearing tables, and ensuring correct corresponding tableware is provided for different dishes. Positive attitude required; training provided. 1. Social Media Specialist • Responsibilities: Creates engaging content (photos, videos, copy), manages daily posting and community interaction on relevant platforms, assists with website updates. 1. Executive Chef • Overall responsibility for kitchen operations, menu development, cost control, team management, and quality assurance. 2. Sous Chef • Assists Executive Chef in daily kitchen management. 3. Wok Chef • Expertise in various high-heat wok cooking techniques for assigned dishes. Experience required. 4. Head Butcher • Supervises all cutting, portioning, and initial preparation of ingredients (including 'Shui Tai' duties like cleaning/processing seafood, poultry, and vegetables), manages the cutting team, ensures consistency and quality. Experience required. 5. Butcher • Performs precise cutting, portioning, and preparation of various meats, seafood, poultry, and vegetables according to specifications. 6. Steamer Chef • Responsible for the preparation and quality control of stocks, broths, soups, and stews; manages the steaming station; potentially handles processing and storage of bulk ingredients. 7. Peking Duck Chef • Specialist in the entire process of preparing and roasting Peking Duck, managing dedicated ovens and equipment. Specific experience required. 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Paid training Referral program Vision insurance

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  • Development Manager
    Development Manager
    2 months ago
    $65000–$70000 yearly
    Full-time
    East Bronx, The Bronx

    Development Manager – Mind-Builders Creative Arts Location: Hybrid – Northeast Bronx, NY Hours: Full-time (35 hrs/week) Salary: $65,000–$70,000/year About Us: Mind-Builders Creative Arts is a Bronx-based nonprofit approaching its 50th Anniversary in 2028. We provide arts and educational programs that enrich the local community. We are seeking a Development Manager to strengthen our fundraising operations and support growth. Position Summary: Reporting to the Assistant Executive Director for Development & External Affairs, the Development Manager ensures smooth fundraising operations, maintains CRM systems (Salesforce & Bloomerang), manages departmental deadlines in Asana, and supports grant reporting and donor engagement. Key Responsibilities: • Fundraising Operations & Workflow Management (40%), • CRM system administration and data integrity, • Asana project management for grants, reports, and campaigns, • Gift processing and acknowledgment letters, • Monthly reconciliation with Finance, • Institutional Giving & Grant Compliance (35%), • Draft grant proposals and reports, • Maintain a pipeline of funding opportunities, • Collaborate with Program Directors for metrics and impact data, • Data Strategy & Analysis (15%), • Track donor trends and recommend retention/upgrades, • Analyze program and fundraising data for impact reporting, • External Affairs & Event Support (10%), • Support digital campaigns and annual appeal, • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience, • 3–5 years in development operations, grant management, or nonprofit fundraising, • Proficient in Microsoft Office, Salesforce, and Bloomerang, • Medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer contribution, • 401(k) with employer contribution after 1 year, • Paid time off: 10 holidays, 3 floating holidays, 10–15 vacation days, 4 personal days, 6 sick days

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  • Senior Director of Brand & Marketing
    Senior Director of Brand & Marketing
    2 months ago
    $156000–$195000 yearly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Uncommon Schools is seeking a Senior Director of Brand & Marketing to lead the organization’s brand and marketing strategy and ensure its mission and impact are powerfully represented across all audiences. This role will harness the power of Uncommon’s brand as a national leader in education, deploying best-in-class marketing across owned and paid channels to elevate awareness, engagement, and loyalty. Reporting to the Chief External Officer, you will serve as a strategic advisor to the Executive Team and lead both internal and external partners, including creative and media agencies, to deliver on ambitious growth and brand goals. You will ensure Uncommon’s brand is executed with excellence today while building a flexible, forward-looking strategy that supports the organization’s next chapter of growth. Responsibilities Elevate the Uncommon Brand • Harness the power of Uncommon Schools’ brand as a leader and innovator in public education by deploying best-in-class marketing through owned and paid channels., • Lead the development and implementation of a cohesive, organization-wide brand strategy informed by market trends, customer behavior, and competitive dynamics., • Ensure brand cohesion through a strategic framework that supports both immediate marketing priorities and longer-term growth., • Oversee marketing strategy and execution for major organizational growth initiatives, meeting clear targets and timelines., • Build a multi-channel, performance-driven marketing approach that advances brand health, enrollment growth, and donor engagement., • Use data and analytics to understand audience insights, drivers of choice, and the effectiveness of marketing activities, providing regular updates on brand performance to senior leadership., • Lead, mentor, and develop the Marketing team to deliver results aligned to Uncommon’s mission and strategic priorities., • Model a client-focused mindset, emphasizing collaboration, accountability, and results., • Communicate marketing plans and performance metrics transparently, providing regular updates on ROI and impact to leadership and stakeholders., • Apply strategic insight and creativity to develop integrated campaigns that reflect Uncommon’s values and advance awareness and engagement., • Drive innovation by testing new channels, creative formats, and marketing technologies to expand reach and efficiency., • Leverage marketing automation, CRM, SEO/SEM, and emerging and AI tools to optimize campaign performance and audience connection.

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