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  • Server / Server-Bartender (Cross-Trained Role)
    Server / Server-Bartender (Cross-Trained Role)
    7 days ago
    $11.25 hourly
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    📍 Hell’s Kitchen / Midtown West 🕒 Part-Time or Full-Time 💰 Hourly + Tips Mamasita Bar & Grill is a high-energy, family-owned Mexican restaurant known for its vibrant atmosphere, creative margarita program, and strong, team-driven culture. We’re seeking reliable, high-performing team members who move with urgency, learn quickly, and can confidently adapt to new systems, menus, and service standards in a fast-paced environment. This is a cross-trained role, meaning all team members are expected to work both the floor and the bar. While you may begin as a server, you will be trained behind the bar and must be comfortable executing both roles with confidence. No prior bartending experience is required—we provide hands-on training. Our beverage program is extensive and detail-driven. You will be expected to fully learn the menu, including dedicating time outside of training to study and build confidence in all drink offerings. You must be at least 18 years old to apply. ⚠️ SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY We are looking for individuals who are genuinely interested in being part of the team—not just looking for a temporary role. Applicants should be responsive, professional, and prepared to follow through with interviews, training, and scheduled shifts with consistency. ✨ What You’ll Do Service & Guest Experience • Deliver attentive, polished service from greeting to check-out, • Accurately take food and beverage orders using Toast POS, • Guide guests through the menu with confidence and clarity, • Maintain strong table awareness and efficient service flow, • Upsell menu items, margaritas, and premium tequila selections Bartending & Cross-Training • Learn and execute cocktail builds with precision and consistency, • Prepare visually appealing, high-quality margaritas, • Support bar operations once trained, • Follow all garnish and presentation standards Operations & Teamwork • Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked section and bar, • Follow all systems, standards, and service workflows, • Work collaboratively with kitchen staff and teammates, • Contribute to a focused, accountable team environment Creative Contribution (Required) • Submit original ideas for monthly seasonal margarita menus, • Participate in Margarita Lab Week tastings and feedback, • Learn and actively sell seasonal drink features ✅ What We’re Looking For • Positive, confident, and dependable individuals, • Strong communication and multitasking skills, • Ability to stay composed in high-volume service, • Willingness to be fully cross-trained, • Genuine interest in hospitality and beverage programs, • Professional, guest-focused presence, • Strong work ethic, punctuality, and accountability, • Flexible availability (nights, weekends, holidays), • Ability to stand, walk, and carry items for extended periods Preferred (not required): • Previous hospitality experience, • NYC Food Protection Certificate or TIPS Certification (or willingness to obtain) 💥 Why Work With Us • Supportive, hands-on management team, • High-volume environment with strong earning potential, • Full training in both serving and bartending, • Clear opportunities for growth and advancement, • Involvement in a creative, evolving concept (seasonal menus, events, marketing), • Fast-paced, energetic atmosphere with a strong regular clientele, • A culture built on accountability, performance, and team energy 📋 Certifications (Required) • NYC Food Protection Certificate, • TIPS Certification 👉 Must be obtained within 90 days of hire 👉 Employees who do not meet certification requirements will not be scheduled 📸 Additional Responsibilities Content creation is part of our brand and daily operations. Each shift includes: • 1 short drink video (pour, garnish, or finished cocktail), • 1 short vibe clip (crowd energy, bar action, etc.) (Quick, simple clips—under 1 minute total) 💰 Compensation • Hourly + tips, • Strong earning potential in a busy, high-volume environment 📩 How to Apply Serious inquiries only. Please send: 1️⃣ Brief introduction + experience + resume 2️⃣ Availability 3️⃣ Earliest start date Experience is a plus, but attitude, reliability, and consistency matter most. We’re looking for people who are ready to step in, contribute, and grow with the team.

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  • Banquet Servers
    Banquet Servers
    1 month ago
    $15–$20 hourly
    Part-time
    Cedar Grove

    We are seeking enthusiastic and professional Banquet Servers to join our team. As a Banquet Server, you will play a crucial role in creating memorable experiences for guests at various events, ensuring high standards of service and guest satisfaction. Key Responsibilities: • Prepare and set up banquet tables, chairs, and place settings according to event specifications and diagrams., • Serve plated meals, buffets, and beverages efficiently and courteously to event attendees., • Respond to guest inquiries and requests promptly and professionally., • Clear tables and maintain a tidy banquet area throughout the event., • Assist with the breakdown of event spaces, including cleaning and storing equipment., • Collaborate effectively with kitchen staff, event coordinators, and other team members to ensure seamless service., • Adhere to all food safety and hygiene standards. Qualifications: • Previous experience in a banquet, catering, or restaurant serving role is preferred., • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining composure and a positive attitude., • Strong communication and interpersonal skills., • Excellent customer service orientation and attention to detail., • Physical stamina to stand, walk, and carry trays for extended periods., • Flexibility to work a varied schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as dictated by event schedules., • A professional appearance and demeanor.

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  • Assistant Captain
    Assistant Captain
    13 hours ago
    $19–$21 hourly
    Full-time
    Cobble Hill, Brooklyn

    maman is a french bakery, café and leading lifestyle brand founded in 2014 by owners elisa marshall benjamin sormonte, with locations across north america and canada. inspired by family traditions, and the highest quality ingredients, maman offers a selection of delicious baked goods {including their famous nutty chocolate chip cookie}, coffee, fresh breakfast, and lunch options spanning from hearty salads sandwiches to savory quiches. in addition to hosting intimate events, maman has partnered with leading brands for partnerships and activations. from baby showers and birthday parties to engagements, they're able to help celebrate customers make new beautiful memories. in september 2021, maman founders elisa marshall benjamin sormonte released the highly anticipated maman: the cookbook. We're looking for a passionate assistant captain to join our team! Our ideal candidate is passionate about food, beverages, and welcoming customers through our doors. You have experience in successfully managing a team, fostering unity, and working together to accomplish daily goals. No task is too small for you. When you join our team, you'll be responsible for providing a friendly, helpful, and responsive level of service to all of our guests. You'll be able to speak authentically about who we are, and every item on our food and beverage menu. You love cookies, you are always ready to lend a helping hand to a colleague you don't take yourself too seriously. You will be based at any of the mamans. Is one particularly close to home? Let us know when you come in for an interview and we will do our best to accommodate! What you'll do: • 80% of your time spent on the floor completing tasks your team completes, and 20% of your time spent on scheduling, ordering and emailing with the back office team, • Answer company emails in a timely manner, • Ensure food and labor costs stay consistent and follow company guidelines, • Keep an eye on your cafe's financial results and motivate your team to constantly go above and beyond, • Successfully communicate specials of the season, encourage guests to try our best selling items etc., • Ensure return visitors and foster relationships with regulars through warm hospitality and impeccable service; develop one-on-one rapport with returning guests -- do you know their order? Dial up the coffee without even asking!, • Make decisions based on ensuring happiness for the guests, the team and the company while maximizing profitability, • Always keep an eye out for dirty cups, napkins that fell to the ground, the cleanliness of our restrooms or dirty cigarette buts on our terraces, • Investigate and resolve any guest concerns What we're looking for: • You have minimum 1 years leadership experience, • You take complete ownership of your team, cafe and everything needed to provide the best experience to customers, • You have a good instinct of knowing what problems to solve on your own, and which ones need to be escalated, • You ensure food and safety at all times, and have a food handler's certificate, • Work a flexible schedule that will include weekends, holidays, special events, and or occasional emergencies as needed, • Hospitality is your passion, you make a point of keeping up with the latest industry trends, • You make people feel good---your team and guests alike. You lead by example, • You learn quickly and are able to adapt to maman's unique culture, • If we get stuck in an elevator together, you'll crack a joke and we'll laugh along the way What's in it for you: • Training to get you settled into your role, learning opportunities to broaden your skill set that help you thrive at work, • Great opportunity to progress with maman, internal mobility and growth will be encouraged when possible Keep in mind that maman is growing and developing everyday. We all do a little bit of everything like to roll our sleeves up and get our hands dirty to help a colleague out We are looking for awesome, hard-working people now that are all about creating the most memorable experience for every single maman customer Thank you for your interest in maman and look forward to chatting with all of you cookie monsters!

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