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  • Director of Operations Innovation
    Director of Operations Innovation
    41 minutes ago
    $130000–$180000 yearly
    Full-time
    Brooklyn, New York

    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 Director of Operations Innovation, based out of New York City. This is a great opportunity for a highly experienced individual to work with the greater retail operations team at Van Leeuwen Ice Cream as the company embarks on its next stage of growth. The ideal candidate is someone who is passionate about operations, a strong and effective communicator, highly analytical, and can thrive in a fast-paced environment (and loves ice cream!). As an Operations Innovation Director, you are the voice and representative of our scoop shops at Headquarters and are responsible for driving flawless operations execution. You will be responsible for simplifying, streamlining, and enhancing store processes, systems, and technology, while ensuring that we continue to innovate and improve. This role will be based out of our Williamsburg, Brooklyn office and follow Van Leeuwen's Hybrid work model and be in office at least two to three days a week. Job Responsibilities • OPERATIONS INNOVATION, • FOUNDATIONAL OPERATIONS, • CHANGE MANAGEMENT, • NEW STORE OPENINGS Job Requirements • 6+ years professional experience in an operations, strategy, or consulting role (preferably in the food/retail space, but not required), • You are an enthusiastic problem solver, who enjoys diving into operational complexities to evaluate business needs and test potential solutions, • You have a strong instinct and passion for operations and people, • You have an enthusiasm for thinking differently, tackling complex problems, and identifying new ways of doing things, • Strong ability to make a business case and influence decision making, leveraging data, analytics, presentations, etc., • Experience leveraging systems and data to drive business needs, • Ability to work evenings and weekends as required, • Ability to travel as required (up to 50% of time, depending on season), • Ability to work in the field as required, • Proficiency in MS Office and Google-suite tools, • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, • Excellent organizational skills, • Ability to multitask, • Strong attention to detail, • Must be comfortable working in-store scoop shifts as needed, while adhering to DOH guidelines Compensation + Benefits $130,000 - $180,000 annual compensation depending on experience, paid weekly Eligible for annual 20% bonus • 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, • Wellness Reimbursement Plan, • Flexible Time Off - No accrual required, • Paid Sick Time, • Paid one month sabbatical (eligible after 4 years of continued employment), • 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 $130,000---$180,000 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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  • Head of Talent | New York City
    Head of Talent | New York City
    5 hours ago
    Full-time
    New York

    About Us At Blank Street, we're on a mission to become the defining food and beverage brand of our generation. From the very beginning, we've set out to add a spark to ordinary experiences through elevated products, attention-to-detail, and a commitment to making every moment memorable. We're motivated by the millions of customers we serve across cities, and know that our potential is unlimited. It all starts with our people and their commitment to make magic happen each and every day. Like the sound of this? Keep reading. Add a Spark to the Ordinary... Blank Street is looking for a Head of Talent to own and scale hiring across the US. We're entering a phase of rapid growth and need to hire exceptional people at scale without compromising quality. This is a builder role --- you won't just run recruiting, you'll design how it works. You'll operate at both a strategic and executional level, partnering closely with leaders across the business to hire exceptional talent across our stores and HQ. From standing up hiring in new markets to improving systems and processes, you'll build a recruiting engine (0 → 1 and 1 → 10) that can scale with the business. This role directly shapes who we hire, how we grow, and the long-term quality of our teams. You'll be expected to think big, move quickly, and get your hands dirty. This is fully in-person based in our Brooklyn HQ and reports to the Senior Director of People. Who We're Looking For What You'll Own • Own end-to-end hiring across store, field, and HQ roles, • Build and scale recruiting systems that support high-volume hiring (2,000+ hires/year), • Stand up hiring for new markets from scratch, • Partner with hiring managers to define roles, calibrate talent, and raise the bar, • Identify gaps and proactively design solutions (process, tooling, sourcing strategies), • Use data to diagnose funnel and general recruiting issues and drive improvements, • Get your hands dirty. This is a player-coach role where you'll actively recruit but also manage a team Requirements • Experience in high-growth, fast-paced environments (hospitality, retail, consumer, or startups preferred), • You've scaled hiring from dozens to hundreds and thousands of hires, • Proven ability to build or significantly improve recruiting processes, • Comfortable operating in ambiguity with high ownership and bias for action, • You can think big and move fast, • You enjoy fixing broken systems and creating scalable structure Benefits \& Perks: • $100,000 - $130,000 annual base salary, • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage. Blank Street covers the full premium for low and mid-tier employee-only plans., • Paid sick time, • Paid time off + company holidays, • Paid parental leave, • Equity, • Learning and development opportunities. We're growing and we'd like for you to be a part of the journey.

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  • English–Korean Bilingual Executive Assistant
    English–Korean Bilingual Executive Assistant
    5 days ago
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Location: New York City Position: Full-time or Part-time Reports to: Director of NYC Global Center Are you highly organized, adaptable, and interested in supporting the operations and growth of a dynamic international education organization? NYC Global Center is seeking a thoughtful, capable, and proactive English–Korean Bilingual Executive Assistant to work directly with the Director in supporting multiple school locations and organizational initiatives. This role is for a growth-oriented position for someone who enjoys multitasking, strategic coordination, problem-solving, and learning how educational organizations operate behind the scenes. The Executive Assistant will support daily operations, assist with special projects, coordinate communication across teams, and help turn ideas into action efficiently and professionally. The ideal candidate is highly organized, dependable, and eager to grow professionally while working closely with leadership. Candidates with backgrounds in marketing, finance, education, business, or related fields are especially encouraged to apply. This position is intentionally broad and designed to evolve over time. As capability, judgment, and reliability are demonstrated, the Executive Assistant may gradually take ownership of recurring initiatives, operational areas, or strategic projects while continuing to support organizational operations. Responsibilities Provide direct day-to-day support to the Director across multiple operational priorities and school locations Assist with planning, coordination, and execution of special projects and organizational initiatives Help organize schedules, documents, reports, meetings, and follow-up tasks Support communication and coordination across departments and campuses Maintain organized spreadsheets, records, reports, and filing systems Assist with operational, administrative, financial, and logistical tasks as priorities shift Support marketing-related projects, outreach efforts, and strategic initiatives Help monitor workflows and ensure projects move forward smoothly and efficiently Communicate professionally with staff, students, partners, and external contacts when needed Step in proactively where support is most needed Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required Recent college graduates and master’s degree graduates are welcome to apply School will provide training for the right candidate Fluent in English and Korean (spoken and written) 1–3 years of professional experience preferred, though strong entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Comfortable working with Microsoft Office, spreadsheets, digital platforms, and AI-driven workplace tools and technologies Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Marketing strategy knowledge or financial background is a strong plus Education industry experience is a plus Traits & Skills Highly organized, dependable, and proactive Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities Excellent time management and prioritization skills Professional and respectful in all interactions Adaptable and calm under pressure Strong sense of urgency and accountability Eager to learn, grow, and take on increasing responsibility Able to handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality Comfortable supporting a wide variety of operational and strategic projects Candidates from diverse academic and professional backgrounds — including marketing, finance, business, education, communications, arts, or humanities — are encouraged to apply. Growth & Development This role is designed to grow with the right candidate. Over time, and with demonstrated capability and trust, the Executive Assistant may take increasing ownership of operational areas, strategic initiatives, or management responsibilities while working closely with the Director. Compensation & Benefits Salary: $55,000 – $70,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications Professional development and growth opportunities Supportive and collaborative work environment Opportunity to work closely with leadership and gain hands-on operational experience Schedule & Location Full-time or part-time available Monday–Friday schedule Work across multiple NYC school locations as needed Pay: $55,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year Benefits: Paid time off Parental leave Retirement plan Work Location: In person

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  • Head of Talent Acquisition | New York City
    Head of Talent Acquisition | New York City
    6 hours ago
    Full-time
    New York

    About Us At Blank Street, we're on a mission to become the defining food and beverage brand of our generation. From the very beginning, we've set out to add a spark to ordinary experiences through elevated products, attention-to-detail, and a commitment to making every moment memorable. We're motivated by the millions of customers we serve across cities, and know that our potential is unlimited. It all starts with our people and their commitment to make magic happen each and every day. Like the sound of this? Keep reading. Add a Spark to the Ordinary... Blank Street is looking for a Head of Talent Acquisition to own and scale hiring across the US. We're entering a phase of rapid growth and need to hire exceptional people at scale without compromising quality. This is a builder role --- you won't just run recruiting, you'll design how it works. You'll operate at both a strategic and executional level, partnering closely with leaders across the business to hire exceptional talent across our stores and HQ. From standing up hiring in new markets to improving systems and processes, you'll build a recruiting engine (0 → 1 and 1 → 10) that can scale with the business. This role directly shapes who we hire, how we grow, and the long-term quality of our teams. You'll be expected to think big, move quickly, and get your hands dirty. This is fully in-person based in our Brooklyn HQ and reports to the Senior Director of People. Who We're Looking For What You'll Own • Own end-to-end hiring across store, field, and HQ roles, • Build and scale recruiting systems that support high-volume hiring (2,000+ hires/year), • Stand up hiring for new markets from scratch, • Partner with hiring managers to define roles, calibrate talent, and raise the bar, • Identify gaps and proactively design solutions (process, tooling, sourcing strategies), • Use data to diagnose funnel and general recruiting issues and drive improvements, • Get your hands dirty. This is a player-coach role where you'll actively recruit but also manage a team Requirements • Experience in high-growth, fast-paced environments (hospitality, retail, consumer, or startups preferred), • You've scaled hiring from dozens to hundreds and thousands of hires, • Proven ability to build or significantly improve recruiting processes, • Comfortable operating in ambiguity with high ownership and bias for action, • You can think big and move fast, • You enjoy fixing broken systems and creating scalable structure Benefits \& Perks: • $100,000 - $130,000 annual base salary, • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage. Blank Street covers the full premium for low and mid-tier employee-only plans., • Paid sick time, • Paid time off + company holidays, • Paid parental leave, • Equity, • Learning and development opportunities. We're growing and we'd like for you to be a part of the journey.

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  • VP of Operations
    VP of Operations
    5 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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  • Talent Acquisition Lead | New York City
    Talent Acquisition Lead | New York City
    6 hours ago
    Full-time
    New York

    About Us At Blank Street, we're on a mission to become the defining food and beverage brand of our generation. From the very beginning, we've set out to add a spark to ordinary experiences through elevated products, attention-to-detail, and a commitment to making every moment memorable. We're motivated by the millions of customers we serve across cities, and know that our potential is unlimited. It all starts with our people and their commitment to make magic happen each and every day. Like the sound of this? Keep reading. Add a Spark to the Ordinary... Blank Street is looking for a Talent Acquisition Lead to own and scale hiring across the US. We're entering a phase of rapid growth and need to hire exceptional people at scale without compromising quality. This is a builder role --- you won't just run recruiting, you'll design how it works. You'll operate at both a strategic and executional level, partnering closely with leaders across the business to hire exceptional talent across our stores and HQ. From standing up hiring in new markets to improving systems and processes, you'll build a recruiting engine (0 → 1 and 1 → 10) that can scale with the business. This role directly shapes who we hire, how we grow, and the long-term quality of our teams. You'll be expected to think big, move quickly, and get your hands dirty. This is fully in-person based in our Brooklyn HQ and reports to the Senior Director of People. Who We're Looking For What You'll Own • Own end-to-end hiring across store, field, and HQ roles, • Build and scale recruiting systems that support high-volume hiring (2,000+ hires/year), • Stand up hiring for new markets from scratch, • Partner with hiring managers to define roles, calibrate talent, and raise the bar, • Identify gaps and proactively design solutions (process, tooling, sourcing strategies), • Use data to diagnose funnel and general recruiting issues and drive improvements, • Get your hands dirty. This is a player-coach role where you'll actively recruit but also manage a team Requirements • Experience in high-growth, fast-paced environments (hospitality, retail, consumer, or startups preferred), • You've scaled hiring from dozens to hundreds and thousands of hires, • Proven ability to build or significantly improve recruiting processes, • Comfortable operating in ambiguity with high ownership and bias for action, • You can think big and move fast, • You enjoy fixing broken systems and creating scalable structure Benefits \& Perks: • $100,000 - $130,000 annual base salary, • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage. Blank Street covers the full premium for low and mid-tier employee-only plans., • Paid sick time, • Paid time off + company holidays, • Paid parental leave, • Equity, • Learning and development opportunities. We're growing and we'd like for you to be a part of the journey.

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  • Join Our Team – FOH & BOH Positions Open (Servers & Hospitality Roles)
    Join Our Team – FOH & BOH Positions Open (Servers & Hospitality Roles)
    28 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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