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  • Production Kitchen Manager (Part-time)
    Production Kitchen Manager (Part-time)
    16 days ago
    $25 hourly
    Part-time
    Clinton Hill, Brooklyn

    Secondz launched America’s first Ready-to-Cook curry puff brand — handcrafted, bold, globally inspired flavors designed for modern convenience. Even though we started as a Direct-to-Consumer & Retail Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG), most of our customers are buying Ready-to-Eat at pop up events across Brooklyn. This year, we are entering our next phase of growth and have been selected by Smorgasburg to be a food vendor. We're looking for a Production Kitchen Manager to lead the kitchen, raise the bar on quality and food safety, and build systems that allow us to increase production without sacrificing craftsmanship. We currently operate out of a shared kitchen space and we're not a restaurant. The Role You will own day-to-day kitchen leadership, production execution, and operational excellence. You will turn recipes into repeatable systems, elevate standards, and scale output while protecting product integrity. You will report directly to the Founder. What You’ll Own 1. Kitchen Leadership • Lead, train, and schedule kitchen crew, • Build a culture of accountability, precision, and urgency, • Develop clear SOPs for fillings, dough, assembly, proofing, and baking, • Ensure consistent crimping, portioning, and finishing standards 2. Quality & Food Safety • Implement and enforce strict food safety protocols, • Maintain DOH compliance and kitchen audit readiness, • Establish batch tracking and labeling systems, • Reduce waste and improve yield efficiency 3. Production Scaling • Increase production capacity while maintaining quality, • Improve batching processes for fillings and dough, • Optimize workflow layout for speed and efficiency, • Manage prep forecasting for pop-ups, wholesale, and DTC 4. Product & Process Innovation • Collaborate on new flavor launches and seasonal specials, • Improve dough texture, consistency, and bake performance, • Standardize cold proofing and frozen production methods, • Test and document improvements for repeatability Who You Are • 5+ years of professional kitchen experience, • 2+ years in a leadership or head baker/head chef role, • Strong understanding of dough systems, pastry production, or dumpling-style products, • Deep knowledge of food safety, compliance, and kitchen organization, • Experience scaling small-batch production into higher-volume output, • Calm under pressure and highly organized, • Systems thinker who values documentation and repeatability Bonus If You Have • Experience in CPG or frozen food production, • Experience building kitchens from early-stage to scaled operations, • Familiarity with Southeast Asian flavors, • NYC Food Protection Certificate, • Experience preparing for wholesale or retail distribution What Success Looks Like (First 6 Months) • Production volume increased meaningfully without quality loss, • Kitchen SOPs documented and implemented, • Food safety systems tightened and audit-ready, • Reduced ingredient waste and improved margin efficiency, • Kitchen crew performing at a higher, more consistent level Why This Role Matters Secondz is moving from founder-led production to systems-led production. This role will help build the backbone of the brand’s operational engine. If you want to help scale a bold, globally inspired food brand from the inside out — this is your seat at the table.

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  • Brand Promoter / Entry-Level Event Consultant | Immediate Start
    Brand Promoter / Entry-Level Event Consultant | Immediate Start
    17 days ago
    $31000–$35000 yearly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    NYC Area WUG Mktg | Paid Training Provided Do you love talking to people and want to get paid for it? Are you ready to be part of a growing team re-entering one of the biggest markets in the country? Do you have some customer service experience and want to take it further? If so, WUG Mktg wants to meet you. --- ABOUT WUG MKTG WUG Mktg is an established promotional marketing and events company headquartered in Connecticut, with a proven track record of running successful brand campaigns across major US markets. We are now actively expanding back into New York City—and we're building our NYC team from the ground up. This is a ground-floor opportunity to grow with us as we scale. We partner with nationally recognized brands and represent them directly to the public at events, retail activations, and in the field. Right now, we're hiring Brand Promoters to represent two exciting clients: Current — one of the fastest-growing fintech apps in the US, helping millions of Americans bank smarter with early paycheck access, fee-free overdraft, and no hidden fees. QuickGameCash — a fun, fast-growing platform where users download games and earn real gift cards. --- WHAT YOU'LL DO • Represent Current and QuickGameCash at events and in busy public settings across NYC, • Engage confidently with the public—explain products, answer questions, and get people excited, • Help people sign up and get started on the spot, • Deliver a positive, memorable experience to every person you meet, • Grow into a team lead or management role based on your performance --- ✅ WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR This role is built for people who are early in their career and ready to grow fast.

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  • Teacher
    Teacher
    19 days ago
    $48000–$75000 yearly
    Full-time
    Concourse, The Bronx

    Mid-Bronx CCRP Head Start Job Description Teacher STATEMENT OF JOB The Teacher coordinates implementation of curriculum that promotes the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of Head Start children. Encourage parent involvement in all aspects of the program and their child’s education. To develop individual goals for children transitioning into programs, provide on-going observation and assessment of progress and facilitate transition into kindergarten. QUALIFICATIONS • BA/BS in Early Childhood Education or related field, or MA/MS in Early Childhood Education. • New York State Certification B-2, New York State Initial Certification, or New York State Professional Certification Birth-Grade 2 (Professional Certification mandates 30 hours of Professional Development every 5 years) • Two years teaching experience and/or supervised student teaching., • Physical Requirement: Physical examination (includes screening for tuberculosis) to show that the individual does not pose a risk to the safety and health of others because of communicable diseases. SPECIFIC DUTIES I. Classroom • Plans and implements the educational program for children by using Creative Curriculum and other resources. • Develop and utilize lesson plans, which reflect mandated elements, parental and cultural influences, and promote the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of Head Start children. • Individualize one-to-one group activities to reflect the unique needs and strengths of all children in the classroom, including those who are at risk, those with special needs, those who are gifted, and those who are culturally diverse. • Follow a consistent schedule, which includes small and large group experiences, choice time, music and movement, large and small motor activities, language and literacy, problem solving, two or three daily meals, and effective transition between activities. • Encourage experimentation, exploration, cooperation, socialization, ask open-ended questions and listen respectfully to the answers. • Provide an atmosphere that promotes and reinforces parental involvement in the classroom. 2 • Work with other staff and resources in developing specialized planning for children/families as needed, such as speech, occupational, physical, psychological therapist and nutritionist. • Always supervise and monitor children., • Respond to crisis or emergency situations that may occur. Provide first aid or CPR, prevent the spread of blood borne pathogens, and access emergency services as needed. • Accompanies children on trips., • Supervises Assistant Teachers and Volunteers in the classroom., • Participates in case conferences., • Holds parent teacher conferences., • Maintain accurate written records, including assessments, special education documentation, screening instruments, anecdotal observations, family contacts, lesson plans, monthly reports, form 10’s, documents for transition to public school and parent/teacher conference and other required forms. All communications are potentially sensitive and are subject to Head Start’s policy on confidentiality. II. Services • Participate in regularly scheduled team meetings to plan for and deliver collaborative services across all components with educational director and family worker. • Meet regularly with parents and other staff regarding each child’s status and progress. • Conduct required home visits for purposes of assessment and support, and to share information on parenting, educational strategies, and classroom progress. • Plan and conduct regular parent meetings with team members., • Schedule two parent/teacher conferences yearly – Fall and Spring, • Assist in recruitment efforts., • Attend In-Service Training, • Attend meetings, trainings, and appropriate professional development activities. • General maintenance and security of classroom, • Assist in inventory of all site equipment. III. Responsible to Education Director IV. Perform duties outside this job description when required for the efficient delivery of services to children and families

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  • Spanish speaker INFANT LEAD TEACHER. IMMEDIATE HIRE!
    Spanish speaker INFANT LEAD TEACHER. IMMEDIATE HIRE!
    1 month ago
    $24–$26 hourly
    Full-time
    Sunset Park, Brooklyn

    Job description About Pantomima Pantomima - Theatre Based Care for kids is an immersion program that excels in teaching children second languages through theatre and art. We believe that each child is capable to achieve artistic potential through active experiences that develop their enthusiasm and creativity. Pantomima offers a quality care program for infants, toddlers and preschoolers that facilitate a second language acquisition as they develop intellectual and artistic awareness. INFANTS LEAD TEACHERS Spanish speakers INFANT LEAD Teachers 1. Job Duties Pantomima - Theatre Based Care is currently seeking for lead teachers responsible for representing the artistic/theatrical tone and atmosphere for the facility, managing the curriculum, overseeing physical facilities and managing the overall image of the classroom. Also, ensure compliance with all local and federal laws governing child care, both in regards to the physical environment and cognitive level of the students. Ages: 3 MONTHS - 15 MONTHS Requirements for Teachers: Full CDA certificate OR Associates and/or B.A. in Early Childhood Ed or enrolled in school towards his/her degree Minimum of 2 Years Teaching Experience with infants from 3-15 months Before start day must complete: Valid CPR and First Aid Certificate Valid Child Abuse and Maltreatment Certificate Valid Shaken Baby Syndrome Training Valid Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Training Three letters of Reference Medical form will be provided to complete DOI Fingerprints Clearance paid by the company Job Type: Full-time FULL- TIME (Monday to Friday) ( 8am. - 4:30pm ) or ( 9:00am - 6:00pm) Salary: $24.50/per hour without NYS Teacher’s certification ( teacher's certification is a plus) $26/per hour Introduction Training bonus! Three months probation. Benefits: Paid Vacation Life Insurance Matching Program Paid School Holidays Vision/Dental Plan Short Term Disability Insurance Critical Illness Insurance Dental and Vision Plan Staff 's appreciation program membership: A program designed to maintain teachers valued throughout the year with educational trainings, rewards, gifts and out of job activities. Job Types: Full-time, Contract

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  • Teacher Assistant
    Teacher Assistant
    1 month ago
    $16–$17 hourly
    Full-time
    West Bronx, The Bronx

    Beanstalk Academy is looking for Experienced Motivated Teacher Assistants to work in our dynamic, growing early childhood centers. Training would be provided. The Teacher’s Assistant would be working collaboratively with the Head Teacher to: Responsibilities: Instruct preschool-aged children in activities designed to promote intellectual and creative growth Observe each child to help them improve their social competencies and build self-esteem Encourage children to interact with each other and resolve occasional arguments Develop schedules, lesson plans, and routines to ensure adequate physical activity, rest, and playtime Track children’s progress and report to parents Communicate with parents regularly to understand the children’s background and psyche Maintain a clean and tidy classroom consistent with health and safety standards Required Skills and Qualifications: Must be 18 years of age and a High School graduate Child Development Associates Credential (CDA) certificate or completed or be enrolled in a BS/BA in Early Childhood Education AND have a Teaching Assistant - Level I, II, or III Certificate. Excellent communication and instructional skills Ability to multi-task Cool-tempered, friendly, and reliable Passion for educating children Job Type: Full-time Pay: $16.00 - $17.00 per hour Benefits: Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance Schedule: 8 hour shift Ability to Relocate: Bronx, NY: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person

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