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I am looking for a HVAC tech experienced in industrial refrigeration systems for an established and well known Food Manufacturer. Please see the details below for the description. Job Duties: - Monitor machine performance, including downtime and output efficiency. - Maintain and schedule preventive maintenance (PM), work orders (WO), and projects. - Perform repairs and maintenance on all equipment. - Ensure all refrigeration and HVAC equipment, as well as facility infrastructure, are in good working condition to meet production needs. - Oversee and manage HVAC procedures and operations. - Prioritize and support necessary repairs and troubleshooting based on operational requirements. - Document maintenance activities, including purchase orders (PO), work orders (WO), and preventive maintenance (PM), in the CMMS system. - Provide leadership with guidance on root cause failure analysis. - Develop and maintain vendor relationships, ordering materials as needed for maintenance operations. - Maintain plant equipment to OEM standards or better through continuous improvement initiatives. Experience and/or Qualifications Requirements: - Two-year Technical Associate's degree strongly preferred. - Minimum 2+ years relevant experience in Refrigeration/HVAC maintenance and installation. - EPA HVAC Universal Certification (Required). - Certificate of Fitness for Torch Use of Flammable Gases (G-60) obtained through FDNY (Preferred). - Proficient in Refrigeration/HVAC and facilities maintenance.

About the Role: We’re looking for a creative, strategic, and highly motivated Social Media & Partnerships Manager to elevate our brand presence, grow our community, and lead meaningful collaborations that expand our reach. This role blends content creation, copywriting, and partnership strategy. You’ll help build the voice of Farm to People across social media and email, writing thoughtful, engaging content that connects with our audience. You’ll also play a key role in identifying and nurturing brand partnerships. Key Responsibilities: Social Media, Content & Copywriting - Develop and execute creative social media strategies and content that align with brand goals and seasonal moments - Write compelling, on-brand copy for social media posts, video captions, and product storytelling - on all social media platforms - Plan and produce engaging content, including reels, short-form video, behind-the-scenes features, and user-generated content - Write copy for marketing emails, product launches, and promotions in collaboration with the design and marketing team - Assisted with brand photoshoots - Work with marketing team to create video assets for advertising - Track performance and optimize content based on insights and trends - Utilize SEO best practices to optimize content for search engines - Engage with our social media community through DMs, comments, likes, shares etc. Partnerships & Affiliate Marketing - Identify and build relationships with aligned brands, creators, and influencers for co-marketing and affiliate opportunities - Manage and grow our affiliate marketing program—recruit new partners, supply creative assets, and track results - Pitch and execute creative cross-promotions, giveaways, and collaborations - Coordinate product seeding and co-branded campaigns - Work with the events team to bring co-branded collaborations to life through engaging, community-focused events - Evaluate inbound partnership opportunities and lead communications - Collaborate with the procurement and kitchen teams to develop partnerships that bring new products to our online marketplace - Track and analyze partnership results to inform ongoing strategy Who You Are: - 2–4 years experience in social media, brand partnerships, or affiliate marketing (bonus if in food) - Excellent copywriting skills with a knack for short-form, engaging content across social and email - Strong visual storytelling and creative instincts - Proficiency in end-to-end video production—from filming to final edit - Experience with creative platforms such as Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, and CapCut - Experience managing content calendars and publishing tools - Highly organized, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously - You’re an outgoing go-getter, and unafraid to pitch big ideas to big names - Passion for food, sustainability, and supporting small producers - Keen eye for emerging trends and key voices shaping the food world - Meticulous with an eye for detail and a talent for mastering the little things that make a big difference Compensation & Benefits: - Salary range: $65,000–$75,000 (based on experience) - Health benefits + paid time off - Employee discount on Farm to People groceries and meals - Opportunities to attend industry events, food festivals, and community gatherings

Job Title: Modern Pastry Chef (Fruit-Shaped Pastries – High-End Style) Location: New York, NY Company: BRVE About Us: BRVE is a modern culinary destination known for pushing the boundaries of pastry artistry and dessert innovation. We specialize in high-end, beautifully crafted fruit-shaped pastries and contemporary confections that blend tradition with modern technique. Position Overview: We’re seeking a talented and creative Modern Pastry Chef to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for modern pastry presentation, extensive knowledge of fruit-shaped dessert creation, and a flair for high-end plating and design. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, creative kitchen environment where artistry meets flavor. Key Responsibilities: Conceptualize, design, and produce high-end fruit-shaped pastries and modern desserts. Execute recipes with precision, ensuring consistent flavor profiles, texture, and presentation. Collaborate with the Executive Pastry Chef on new menu items, seasonal concepts, and custom orders. Maintain the highest standards of kitchen hygiene, food safety, and quality control. Monitor ingredient inventory, ordering, and proper storage of pastry supplies. Stay current on industry trends, techniques, and modern pastry innovations. Ensure desserts meet both aesthetic and flavor expectations for BRVE’s upscale clientele. Qualifications: Proven experience as a Pastry Chef in a fine dining, boutique pastry shop, or luxury hotel setting. Strong background in creating fruit-shaped pastries and contemporary plated desserts. Excellent artistic and aesthetic sense with attention to detail. Formal pastry education or culinary training preferred. Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced, high-standard environment. Strong communication and teamwork skills. Flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays as needed. Why Join BRVE: Be part of a forward-thinking, trend-setting culinary team. Opportunity to showcase your pastry artistry to an upscale New York clientele. Competitive salary and benefits. Creative freedom to contribute new ideas and seasonal creations.

Our restaurant is seeking a passionate, skilled chef to create delicious meals for our patrons. You will be responsible for planning our menu, ensuring that each dish is nutritious and cost-effective, and collaborating with a team of kitchen staff to deliver food that meets the highest quality standards. To ensure success in your role as chef, you should be an excellent leader with great organizational skills and impeccable time management. Top candidates will also be creative individuals, capable of creating dishes that set us apart and keep people coming back for more. Chef Responsibilities: Ensuring that all food is of excellent quality and served in a timely manner. Planning the menu, keeping in mind budget, and availability of seasonal ingredients. Overseeing all kitchen operations. Coordinating kitchen staff, and assisting them as required. Training staff to prepare and cook all the menu items. Taking stock of ingredients and equipment, and placing orders to replenish stock. Enforcing safety and sanitation standards in the kitchen. Creating new recipes to keep the menu fresh. Keeping up to date with industry trends. Receiving feedback and making improvements where necessary. Chef Requirements: Culinary school degree/diploma. Past experience as a working chef. Advanced knowledge of the culinary arts. Perfectionism in sanitation and quality control. Portfolio of creative, unique dishes. Expert multitasking ability. Great leadership and interpersonal skills. Ability to run stocktaking and place orders for resupply. Exemplary work ethic in a high-pressure environment. Passion and pride for delighting people with food.

Overview We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Restaurant Store Manager to lead daily operations, ensure exceptional customer service, and drive team performance. This role requires strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with a passion for hospitality. Duties - Oversee all restaurant operations, ensuring high standards of food quality, service, and cleanliness. - Manage kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and presentation. - Supervise and train staff in hospitality management practices, including and shift management. - Ensure cleanliness, safety, and compliance with health regulations - Monitor inventory, ordering, and cost control - Handle customer concerns and ensure satisfaction - Monitor financial performance, including budgeting and cost control measures. Qualifications - Proven experience in restaurant management or a similar role within the hospitality industry. - Strong knowledge of kitchen management practices and quick service fast food restaurant operations. - Strong leadership and communication skills - Knowledge of POS systems and basic financials - Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays. - Marketing skills preferred - Speaking Chinese is a plus, but not required Join our team and contribute to creating memorable dining experiences for our guests while leading a talented group of professionals in the restaurant industry.

📌 Job Title: Outside Sales Representative 📌 Company: MSA 📌 Location: Paterson, Newark, North Bergen, NJ 📌 Company Address: North Bergen, NJ 07047 🔹 About Us: MSA is a growing distribution company providing high-quality products to supermarkets, restaurants, and local businesses in New Jersey. We pride ourselves on excellent customer service and building long-term relationships with our clients. 🔹 Position Summary: MSA is seeking motivated, results-driven Outside Sales Representatives to grow our customer base and maintain strong relationships with existing clients. This role involves visiting potential and current customers, presenting our products, and closing sales. 🔹 Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain strong relationships with supermarkets, restaurants, and other clients in Paterson, Newark, North Bergen, and surrounding areas. Identify new business opportunities and generate leads. Conduct face-to-face meetings to present products and solutions. Negotiate pricing and close sales deals. Provide outstanding customer service and ensure client satisfaction. Meet or exceed monthly and quarterly sales targets. Maintain accurate records of sales activities and customer information. 🔹 Requirements: Proven outside sales experience preferred (food service industry a plus). Strong communication and negotiation skills. Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and able to work independently. Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle. Bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus. 🔹 What We Offer: Competitive base salary plus commission structure. Fuel allowance and expense reimbursement. Ongoing training and support. Opportunities for career growth within MSA.

~~~THIS JOB IS A SALARY POSITON +COMMISSION~~~ If you are in love with the restaurant/bar industry but are tired of the stress, working long hours on nights/weekends/holidays, missing time with friends and family and tired of being on your feet - this really is the perfect opportunity. We are a leading finance and technology provider of Point of Sales systems (POS) & Payments. We provide a revolutionary and disruptive POS technology - which has resulted in successfully serving tens of thousands of businesses across the nation. As part of our new initiative we are revamping our New York sales force and looking for candidates with prior restaurant experience. We are looking for candidates with at least 1+ years in restaurant/bars. Restaurant Management/ Restaurant Consultant experience is a plus. Working Knowledge Needed: Front & Back of the House Backoffice Reporting - Financial Overview, Labor, Food/Bev, Server, P-Mix Reports and Mgmt. General Knowledge of Technology Professional Telephone Etiquette Mindset: Must be looking for a Career, not a job. Must be highly motivated, success driven and dedicated. Team Player with a Growth Mindset Ability to relate Restaurant Knowledge & Experiences to POS Client Requirement: 1 year outside sales experience 1 year experience working in a restaurant Compensation: Large Upfront Commissions Bonus Structure Salary: $4,000/mo Commission : - The maximum profitability bonus is $3,000 in commission per merchant location. - 10 month payout and includes a $1,500 up-front payment. - This depends on the accounts profitability. Benefits: - Profit Sharing - Travel reimbursement Schedule: Monday-Friday Supplemental pay types: - Bonus opportunities - Commission pay - Signing bonus

We are pleased to offer continued growth and advancement as we currently have openings for experienced Team Members in our Sunnyside location. Our ideal candidate has the ability to work in a fast-paced, food service environment with an energetic and positive team spirit. Team members will be cross-trained in all areas to allow for flexible scheduling and coverage. Scheduling will include weekdays and/or weekend hours for night shift (7PM-4AM). The scheduling can be discussed further during interview and we are looking for part-timer to begin with. More hours can be given depending on the skill level and the business needs. Responsibilities and Duties: - Safely operate kitchen equipment (fryer, gas range,etc) - Prepare incoming food orders to customer specifications - Assemble and pack food orders - Participate in cleaning projects and upkeep of stations - Ensure proper food handling procedures are followed including wrapping, labeling, stocking, storing, and rotating - Provide excellent customer service with a friendly and energetic spirit - Clean and stock work areas Qualifications: - Highly responsible and dependable - Punctuality is essential - Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment - Physical stamina to stand for extended periods of time and move swiftly throughout the establishment - Positive energy with growth mindset is a must - Good comprehension skills when given directions to do specific tasks - Able to answer the phone and have good communication skills when interacting with the customers - Having experience in the food industry is not a must but will be expected to learn quicky and get tasks done promptly.

YOU MUST LIVE IN STATEN ISLAND / NEW JERSEY OR BROOKLYN DUE TO PROXIMITY TO JOB . PLEASE HAVE A CAR OR RELIABLE MEANS OF GETTING TO YOUR JOB. We are a fun, family-owned & operated Party Bus company that competes at the forefront of the luxury transport market. Our clients rent vehicles for weddings, proms, wine-tours, corporate transport, bachelorette parties, food tours & more. We're an extremely busy company (and growing quickly) so please have immediate availability if you choose to respond to this ad. We offer a (starting) rate of $25.00 per hour (plus tips - often very good tips!). You will need to wear formal clothing (men: suit & tie - doesn't need to be fancy) when driving for us. Please ensure you have the following: 1. Active Class B CDL License 2. Current Medical (Card & FULL Medical Report - this is required by New York) 3. Clean DMV MVR (no violations - we do not take any exceptions) 4. Two References (one character [not family], one prior relevant job manager) 5. Proof of Work Authorization 6. Must be at least 25 years old with at least 2 years driver experience 7. RESUME A PLUS 8. YOU MUST LIVE IN STATEN ISLAND, BK OR NEW JERSEY. PERIOD. 9. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time 10. Pay: $25.00 per hour

Welcome to Destination Pet. We are One Pack- a united team working together to elevate the love and lives of pet families. Our pet-obsessed professionals create a connected care network of trustworthy partners who bring creative innovation every day. We are revolutionizing the pet industry. Join us! We are looking to add an Animal Care Attendant to our team at NY Dog Spa & Hotel 20th! CORE RESPONSIBILITES (include but are not limited to): - Supports Mission, Vision and Values of Destination Pet. - Sanitizes/disinfects pet enclosures and general boarding areas. - Provides clean bedding and ensures pet guests have clean water at all times. - Makes sure that each pet receives the correct type and quantity of food for each meal and maintains cleanliness of food prep areas. - Monitors and accurately charts consumption and elimination of every pet guest; brings concerns to the General Manager or Assistant Manager. - Visually checks pet guests for safety and well-being throughout the day. - May be required to supervise group play for dogs and/or individual activities for pet guests. - May be required to assist with bathing and brushing of canine guests. - Checks and picks up excrement from enclosures and other areas as needed throughout the day. - Monitors pet belongings; cleans belongings as needed; assures the return of pet belongings to owners. Carries pet belongings to storage area, front desk or to assist customers, as needed. - Performs daily laundering of pet bedding and towels. REQUIREMENTS: Expertise & Experience: - Must be a pet fanatic – pets are part of our family! - Professional animal care/kennel experience preferred. - Displays a professional manner at all times. - Entry Level role. High school/ College/ Teenagers 16+ encouraged to apply. Physical: - Must be able to work evenings, weekends and holidays. - Must frequently lift 40 pounds. - Must be able to be on feet for the duration of your shift. - Must be able to stand, walk and climb stairs frequently. - Must be able to handle dogs on leashes. - Must be able to work in an environment with exposure to disinfectant/sanitation chemicals, animal dander and excretions.

~~~THIS JOB IS COMMISSION + RESIDUAL (PASSIVE INCOME) IT IS NOT SALARIED~~~ If you are in love with the restaurant/bar industry but are tired of the stress, working long hours on nights/weekends/holidays, missing time with friends and family and tired of being on your feet - this really is the perfect opportunity. We are a leading finance and technology provider of Point of Sales systems (POS) & Payments. We provide a revolutionary and disruptive POS technology - which has resulted in successfully serving tens of thousands of businesses across the nation. As part of our new initiative we are revamping our New York sales force and looking for candidates with prior restaurant experience. We are looking for candidates with at least 1+ years in restaurant/bars. Restaurant Management/ Restaurant Consultant experience is a plus. Working Knowledge Needed: Front & Back of the House Backoffice Reporting - Financial Overview, Labor, Food/Bev, Server, P-Mix Reports and Mgmt. General Knowledge of Technology Professional Telephone Etiquette Mindset: Must be looking for a Career, not a job. Must be highly motivated, success driven and dedicated. Team Player with a Growth Mindset Ability to relate Restaurant Knowledge & Experiences to POS Client Compensation: You are compensated 3 ways - This is unprecedented in the Industry. Large Upfront Commissions Bonus Structure Profit Sharing (Residual 35% split) This compensation will be in the $1,000s and can be in the $10,000s per month. ***Residual income has no cap. Sky is the limit. Commission : The maximum profitability bonus is $3,000 in commission per merchant location. 10 month payout and includes a $1,500 up-front payment. This depends on the accounts profitability.

Founded in 2008, BarChef has been recognized globally as a pioneer in the cocktail industry, redefining what's possible and blurring the lines between mixology and fine dining. Featured in Vogue, The New York Times, Forbes, National Geographic, and even on Netflix, BarChef is known for its innovative, multi-sensory approach to cocktails—where each drink is crafted with the same precision and artistry as a Michelin-starred dish. Located in Midtown Manhattan, BarChef is currently seeking dedicated individuals to join our modernist counter team. About the Role This role entails crafting sophisticated modernist components and cocktails while undergoing comprehensive training in their preparation. It involves working with advanced equipment and ingredients, such as liquid nitrogen, dry ice, essential oils, and various molecular gastronomy techniques. Full training will be provided. Qualifications - Strong awareness of health and safety practices, following regulations. - Basic knowledge of food preparation and restaurant operations. - Experience with kitchen equipment, including stoves, oven, etc. - Ability to read and execute recipes accurately. - Food Protection Certificate. - Clear and effective communication skills. Strong kitchen skills with attention to cleanliness and organization. - Knowledge of bartending is a plus, but not required Responsibilities - Working 8-12 hour shifts. - Managing par levels to ensure smooth service. - Completing prep lists efficiently. - Producing impeccably modernist cocktails. - Maintaining the highest level of cleanliness and professionalism. - Continuously seeking opportunities for improvement.Job Types Permanent, Part-Time, Full-Time Part-Time Hours: 30-40 per week

We are seeking talented and passionate hospitality professionals to be a part of our team. Candidates should take a "total ownership" approach to their work. We are looking for potential team members who have an excellent work ethic and the desire to be a part of a great service team while still having fun! We want to work with individuals who are passionate about hospitality and who are dedicated to providing consistently outstanding service. Requirements: - Must have experience in the restaurant, excellent customer service and knowledge of the hospitality industry. - Knowledge of Toast systems is a plus. - Basic food safety and food allergy knowledge. Food Handlers License is a plus! - Excellent communication skills. - Attention to cleanliness and safety.