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  • Service Aide
    Service Aide
    2 days ago
    $23.91 hourly
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    *About NYC Health + Hospitals NYC Health + Hospitals/Coler is a certified 815-bed nursing facility with a 5-Star CMS Quality Rating located on Roosevelt Island, nestled between Manhattan and Queens. Coler offers long term and subacute care, rehabilitation, and a dedicated memory care unit, comprised of 150 beds featuring an acclaimed music and memory program. The facility features a robust rehabilitation therapy program with expansive gym space for residents. Coler also offers full time physician staff, psychiatry, dental services, an onsite 8-chair dialysis den for hemodialysis, and on-site medical clinics to meet the clinical needs of its residents. From more than 600 Nursing Homes in New York, Coler ranks #10 in Newsweek’s Best Nursing Homes in New York 2026; earned a high-performance rating for Long-Term Care and Short-term Rehabilitation from U.S. News & World Report’s Best Nursing Homes in America 2026; and received a 2024 Silver Beacon Award for Memory Care. At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons. Work Shifts Shift Varies Must be available to work weekends and holidays 22.5 HRS per week Duties & Responsibilities Purpose of Position: Under direct supervision, performs work of ordinary difficulty and responsibility in the areas of food services, housekeeping and maintenance and grounds operations; performs related work. Examples of Typical Tasks: In the area of Food Services Operations Only: 1. Sets-up assigned station with appropriate items before meal service; checks for cleanliness before starting preparation of food., 2. Assembles prepared food on trays for patients according to menu cards or special diet lists. Delivers trays to patients and collects/returns soiled trays to the kitchen area. Participates in daily menu conferences and food service operations of cafeteria or dining room area, including organizing the serving area and collecting dishes and resetting tables., 3. Assists in cooking operations and prepares patients’ between-meal nourishment and cold foods (e.g., salads, sandwiches, desserts, etc.) according to oral and/or written instruction; reconstitutes hot foods in microwave ovens., 4. Serves foods at proper temperatures utilizing appropriate kitchen equipment., 5. Cleans kitchen and dining areas. Washes, sanitizes and/or sterilizes dishes, working areas/surfaces, utensils and equipment., 6. Collects, transports and/or disposes of garbage and trash in designated containers; runs appropriate items through a dishwasher utilizing appropriate cleaning and sanitizing agent(s)., 7. Obtains stock from refrigerators and/or storerooms. Loads and unloads stock, and dispatches and stores supplies., 8. Attends in-service education programs, as assigned., 9. Performs other related duties, as assigned or directed. In the area of Housekeeping Operations: 1. Cleans, maintains and/or sterilizes assigned areas of the health care setting by emptying wastebaskets, sweeping, dusting, vacuuming and washing/mopping floors, walls, ceilings, window sills, Venetian blinds, furniture and medical equipment with appropriate cleaning equipment, solutions and disinfectants. Bags soiled linens., 2. Cleans mirrors and scours and disinfects toilets, sinks, tubs and showers using appropriate cleaning equipment, solutions and disinfectants., 3. Cleans unsterile trays and equipment. Cleans and disinfects metal containers, sputum disposal room and equipment. Distributes clean sputum cups, containers and paper bags for waste to patients. Collects and disposes of cups and waste, handles and disposes of sputum specimen containers. Fills ice compartment of oxygen equipment and obtains oxygen tanks when required., 4. Polishes metal. Maintains floors by stripping, waxing and polishing utilizing appropriate cleaning equipment., 5. Collects, empties, transports and/or disposes of debris and garbage in designated containers. Relines waste containers with appropriate liner(s) and transports infectious waste material to designated areas., 6. Assists in loading and unloading trucks and filling stock requisitions. Transports household supplies and equipment and assists supervisor in such tasks as distributing cleaning supplies., 7. Moves furniture and equipment, and assists in the make-up and breakdown of beds (including their proper storage)., 8. Maintains control over tools and equipment. Keeps mechanical equipment in proper running order., 9. May perform auxiliary services in health care setting laboratories, pharmacies and other special areas. In the area of Maintenance and Ground Operations: 1. Maintains grounds, cuts lawns and shrubs and cleans walkways, including but not limited to shoveling snow, to provide for a physically safe environment for pedestrians and vehicles. Assists with the removal of debris., 2. Assists in loading, unloading and storing supplies, equipment and/or tools at point of pick-up, delivery or distribution., 3. Fills and distributes/transports requisitioned records, materials, supplies and equipment including but not limited to food stock, cleaning supplies, medical supplies and ground maintenance equipment. Minimum Qualifications Ability to read and write English and to understand and carry out simple instructions. Benefits NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes: • Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week, • Retirement Savings and Pension Plans, • Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts, • Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees, • College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities, • College Savings Program, • Union Benefits for eligible titles, • Multiple employee discounts programs, • Commuter Benefits Programs

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  • Maitre d'
    Maitre d'
    6 days ago
    $25 hourly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    • OVERVIEW The Maître d' is responsible for being the first point of contact for all of our guests. The Maître d' is responsible for providing genuine hospitality while maintaining all aspects of the space and meeting guests' needs. This position has an hourly rate of $25.00 + Tips. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Follow the posted opening and closing duties., • Take accurate and complete reservations., • Always provide excellent service., • Cooperate with the Management team to greet incoming and departing guests with a warm, knowledgeable and noticeably appreciative demeanour and a genuine smile and eye contact., • Set and maintain the dining room and podium environment and ensure materials are perfectly clean., • Have necessary knowledge of menu items to assist guests as needed., • Assist guest and colleagues courteously and efficiently., • Use the guest's name appropriately and communicate it to restaurant colleagues., • Assist in seating guests and pulling chairs., • Assist restaurant colleagues to prepare for service., • Communicate other necessary information with colleagues (i.e. birthdays, anniversaries, special requests)., • Communicate through Guest Movement chat group any relevant guest movements, such as Aman F&B VIP chat., • Coordinate set menus for small groups and distribute copies of the event form accordingly., • Inform restaurant managers of daily reservations forecast., • Assist in monitoring all guests' needs., • Log in information about guest preferences., • Check daily for our regular guest preferences and record them in our daily list for service., • Assist in organizing coat check and third-party management., • Assist taking guests to the Jazz Club., • Assist in providing "Magic Service" for hotel guests., • Participate in daily pre-shifts., • Input member engagements notes., • Train new hosts & maître d's., • Assign daily host sections., • Ensure all soignees are given to the service team., • Menu printing., • Club member and hotel guest recognition initiative., • When on shift, lead EOD reports., • All other responsibilities assigned by Management. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS • 2 years' experience in a luxury hotel environment or similar setting in restaurants or food and beverage, • Must be able to work weekends, holidays, and have full/open schedule availability, • Must be capable of working in a team-oriented environment to achieve the hotel's common goal of guest satisfaction., • Must be able to take constructive criticism and work well in a team dynamic, • Positive, engaging, and energetic personality, • Must be personable with guests and be able to anticipate their needs., • Able to be organized, manage time wisely and work with little to no direct supervision., • Very high attention to detail., • Sensitive to cultural nuances., • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal in English., • Able to handle a multitude of tasks in an intense, fast paced environment., • Excellent people skills and the ability to work under pressure and with various stakeholders., • Ability to maintain a clean and professional appearance as per company policies., • Ability to stand for extended periods of time., • Multi-lingual is a plus., • Experience working with Sevenrooms is preferred., • Must be comfortable with exposure to the elements, as some duties may require outdoor work or exposure to varying weather conditions., • TIPS Certified

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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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  • Host
    Host
    7 days ago
    $21 hourly
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    The Host is responsible for being the first point of contact for all of our guests. The Host is responsible for providing genuine hospitality while maintaining all aspects of the space and meeting guests' needs. This position has an hourly rate of $21.00 + Tips. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Follow the posted opening and closing duties, • Provide excellent service at all times, • Cooperate with the Maître 'd and the Management team to greet incoming and departing guests with a warm, knowledgeable & noticeably appreciative demeanour with eye contact and a genuine smile, • Set and maintain the dining room and podium environment and ensure materials are perfectly clean * Have necessary knowledge of menu items to assist guests as needed, • Assist guest and colleagues courteously and efficiently, • Use the guest's name appropriately and communicate it to restaurant colleagues and assist in seating guests and pulling chairs * Assist restaurant colleagues to prepare for service, • Communicate other necessary information with colleagues (i.e., birthdays, anniversaries, special requests), • Communicate through Guest Movement chat group any relevant guest movements, • Coordinate set menus for small groups and distribute copies of the event form accordingly, • Inform restaurant managers of daily reservations forecast, • Share information on all upcoming events with the Concierge team, • Assist in monitoring all guests' needs, • Confirm daily reservations, • Log in information about our guest preferences, • Check daily for our regular guest preferences and record them in our daily list for the service, • Assist with coat check as needed, • All other responsibilities assigned by Management REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS • 1 year experience in a luxury hotel environment or similar setting in restaurants or food and beverage, • Must be able to work weekends and have open availability, • Must be capable of working in a team-oriented environment to achieve the hotel's common goal of guest satisfaction, • Must be able to take constructive criticism and work well in a team dynamic, • Positive, engaging, and energetic personality, • Must be personable and able to anticipate guests' needs, • Able to be organized, manage time wisely and work with little to no direct supervision, • Very high attention to detail, • Sensitive to cultural nuances, • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal on English, • Able to handle a multitude of tasks in an intense, fast paced environment, • Excellent people skills and the ability to work under pressure and with various stakeholders, • Ability to maintain a clean and professional appearance as per company policies, • Ability to stand for extended periods of time, • Multi-lingual is a plus, • Experience working with SevenRooms is preferred, • TIPS Certified

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  • Sr. Manager, Category & Commercial Strategy
    Sr. Manager, Category & Commercial Strategy
    6 days ago
    $115000–$140000 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 Senior Manager, Category & Commercial Strategy. This is a great opportunity for an experienced individual to work closely with the growing team of Van Leeuwen Ice Cream as the company embarks on its next stage of accelerated growth across retail brick and mortar and CPG. The ideal candidate is someone who is data-driven, CPG savvy, and can thrive in a fast-paced environment (and loves ice cream!). The Senior Manager, Category & Commercial Strategy will bridge strategy and execution across category, pricing and in-market activation. This role is the commercial architect of how we win at shelf. The role will own the development and execution of best-in-class category, pricing, promotion and merchandising strategies that drive velocity, profitable growth, and retailer alignment across all channels of trade. The role will work cross functionally among Sales, Marketing, Finance and Customers to ensure we win at shelf and online. This role can be fully remoteand based anywhere in the United States. Strong preference would be candidates based in markets where VL has retail outlets (CA, CO, TX, IL, FL, GA, NC, TN, PA, NJ, NYC, CT or MA). Job Responsibilities • Category Strategy & Insights -- Define how Van Leeuwen shows up within frozen dessert. Provide a clear POV versus competitors (premium vs ultra-premium vs better for you) and retailer-facing category decks that earn distribution., • Key Outputs:, • Define Category roles: Dairy Pints, Non-Dairy Pints, Novelties, • Assortment architecture by channel (Natural, Food, Mass, Club), • Shelf strategy (SKU count, segmentation, price tiers), • White space identification (flavor, format, pack size), • Pricing/Promotion Strategy and Merchandising Standards -- Execute repeatable playbooks across channels of trade. Establish consistent pricing ladder across customers, reduce margin leakage and a clear good/better/best promo strategy. Define how our brand shows up on shelf physically and digitally., • Key Outputs:, • Everyday pricing (EDLP guardrails by channel) and Promo architecture, • Depth, Frequency & Mechanics focused on Trade spend guardrails + ROI expectations, • Establish and execute shelving and merchandising standards, • Develop and own innovation launch playbooks and Seasonal/ LTO calendars, • Commercial Execution Support & Performance Analytics -- Ensure our strategy translates into real-world execution and optimize trade investments., • Key Outputs:, • Distribution tracking and reset readiness support, • New item sell-in tools (data driven decks), • Trade Calendar tracking, • Post Promotionnel Analyses -- Lift, ROI, Incrementality Job Requirements • 6 to 10+ years in Category management (CPG) and Trade marketing / shopper marketing, • Experience with Frozen or perimeter categories, distributor environments (UNFI, KeHE), and high-growth emerging brands, • Experience in pricing & promo strategy (NRM-lite capability) and turning data and insights into a selling story, • Proven record of crafting comprehensive storytelling to be used in retailer sell-in, • Comfortable with imperfect data environments, building resources and tools from scratch and ability to pivot and adjust quickly, • Ability to sustain high accuracy and work performance, • Technical aptitude and ability to quickly learn new applications, • Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively, self-prioritizing work load in a fast paced, team-oriented work environment, • Strong comprehension and problem-solving skills, • Must be comfortable working in-store scoop shifts as needed, while adhering to DOH guidelines Compensation + Benefits $115,000.00 - $140,000.00 annual compensation depending on experience, paid weekly Eligible for annual 10% 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, • Yearly Performance Reviews, • Paid one month sabbatical (eligible after 4 years of continued employment) 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 $115,000---$140,000 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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  • Kitchen Helper - Homeless Shelter (Union City, NJ)
    Kitchen Helper - Homeless Shelter (Union City, NJ)
    1 month ago
    Part-time
    Union City

    PERC Shelter – Kitchen Helper Job Description Summary: The Kitchen Helper supports the kitchen workers in preparing and serving meals for up to 150 individuals in an emergency shelter and soup kitchen. This role assists with food prep, cleaning, organization, and ensures a safe and sanitary kitchen environment. Responsibilities: • Assist with preparing and serving daily meals, including lunch, dinner and snacks support, • Help with basic food prep such as chopping, assembling meals, and portioning, • Package, label, and store meals properly for refrigeration or freezing, • Maintain cleanliness of the kitchen, pantry, and dining areas, • Organize and restock pantry and kitchen supplies, • Assist with inventory tracking alongside kitchen staff, • Support use of leftovers and donated food for meal preparation, • Work with volunteers during meal prep and service, • Ensure kitchen rules are followed, including no client access to the kitchen, • Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines, • Perform other duties as assigned by the Cook or Shelter Staff Requirements: • Some food service or kitchen experience preferred, but not required, • Willingness to learn food safety practices and procedures, • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, • Strong teamwork and communication skills, • Comfortable working with volunteers and diverse populations, • Ability to follow directions and complete tasks efficiently, • Flexible schedule, including weekends or evenings as needed

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  • Full-Time Building Manager
    Full-Time Building Manager
    2 months ago
    $85000–$110000 yearly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Seeking a dedicated Full-Time Building Manager to oversee the operations of our multi-use institutional and commercial facility. The ideal candidate will have experience in plant operations, personnel management, and vendor coordination, with appropriate certifications. Prior work history within a religious institution or school environment is preferred. Responsibilities: • Supervise 5 full-time custodial staff and manage third-party vendors., • Provide hands-on assistance with infrastructure, grounds-keeping maintenance, repair, and housekeeping., • Schedule, perform, and report required inspections and testing for life-safety and infrastructure features., • Coordinate with staff, congregants, and third-party services (security, caterers) for various events, including religious services, education programs, guest speakers, and performances, ensuring proper arrangement of seating, tables, A-V equipment, and food service., • Solicit vendor bids, track operational expenses, manage purchasing, and allocate budget resources., • Maintain organized building records for contracts, guarantees, inspections, and permits., • Manage logistics for supplies and equipment, both on-site and off-site, and coordinate on-site activities for third-parties. Work Hours: • Weekdays, with occasional pre-scheduled days and times for religious services and special events., • Availability for emergency services is required as needed, during other days and times. Compensation: • Competitive salary ranging from $85,000 to $110,000, commensurate with experience., • Comprehensive benefits package includes medical and dental coverage, a 403b savings plan, commuting expenses, vacation and medical leave, synagogue membership, and approved professional development. Our Landmarked 1859 building, free-standing and sited on a ¼ acre landscaped property, is of masonry and heavy timber construction, with three full stories, plus occupiable cellar and attic, encompassing some 15,000 square feet. Infra-structure consists of environmental conditioning by oil-fired steam boiler and multiple forced-air ventilation systems providing heating and cooling via steam radiators and re-heat coils, electric re-heat coils, exterior and interior split-compressor refrigeration coils, and by separate mini-spilt-system air cooling units. A single domestic and fire water service is connected to municipal supply. Domestic and storm water plumbing and drainage is by gravity and ejector systems discharging at municipal sewer. Building is fully sprinklered and equipped with central station fire alarm service. ConEd provides line-voltage electric service for power distribution and lighting; a UPS supports emergency lighting and signage. A lighting control system serves the main sanctuary. Low-voltage IT and audio-visual systems extend throughout the building, and a local and central station monitored security system serves the grounds and building - door control devices are connected to the fire control system. Vertical circulation is provided by one hydraulic elevator and two LULA lifts. Uses for the building and grounds include, but are not limited to, religious services on week-ends, holidays and festivals, a week-day nursery school, after school classes for children up to 13 years, afternoon and evening adult education, staff offices, daytime and evening committee and community meetings, a seasonal overnight homeless shelter, and life-cycle events for weddings, etc. Building typically operates 6-7 pays per week, 8 am to 10 pm.

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