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  • General Manager
    General Manager
    1 hour ago
    $25–$28 hourly
    Full-time
    Northeast Yonkers, Yonkers

    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 General Manager to oversee our new Ridge Hill Kiosk in Yonkers, New York. This is a great opportunity for a highly experienced individual to work closely with the founding team of Van Leeuwen Ice Cream as they embark on their next stage of accelerated growth. The ideal candidate is someone who has experience operating food retail spaces (multi-unit or high volume single-unit), loves building and leading teams, and can thrive in a fast-paced environment (and loves ice cream!). The General Manager is responsible for the overall operation of their assigned store. This includes managing people operations, sales, inventory, and the guest service experience. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES • Completes store operational requirements by scheduling and assigning stations for employees, • Maintains store staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees, • Maintains store staff job results by coaching, counseling, disciplining, and terminating employees; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results, • Achieves financial objectives by monitoring sales targets, maintaining budgets, and properly forecasting labor, • Upholds excellent standard of customer service, • Ensures availability of merchandise and services by communicating with vendors; maintaining inventories, • Maintains a safe and clean environment for customers and employees, • Rolls out new menu items to team members and communicates these changes throughout the retail space, • Processes weekly payroll in a timely and accurate manner, • Orders and maintains uniform supply and successfully holds all employees to uniform standard, • Addresses all maintenance issues JOB REQUIREMENTS • ServSafe Food handlers license required, • 2+ years of experience in a food retail management role preferred, • Prior experience managing a team required, • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, • Ability to regularly lift 50 lbs or more, • Ability to multitask PERKS + BENEFITS • 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, • Paid Time Off - 3 Weeks / 120 Hours Total, • Paid Sick Time, • 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. Hourly Range $25---$28 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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  • Panera Bread Manager
    Panera Bread Manager
    3 hours ago
    $60095.75–$74000 yearly
    Full-time
    Southeast Yonkers, Yonkers

    Position & Perks: Restaurant Manager – Panera Bread At Panera Bread, we believe food should be good for you—and so should your career. We are hiring Restaurant Managers who lead with heart, inspire their teams, and create welcoming cafe environments where guests and associates feel valued. As a Panera Bread Restaurant Manager, you will oversee daily cafe operations, develop future leaders, and help deliver the fresh food and friendly service Panera is known for. What We Offer • Competitive management pay, • Health care benefits (medical, dental, vision, FSA), • Flexible scheduling to support work life balance, • Paid Time Off, • 401k with company match, • Paid, on the job leadership training, • Meal and cafe discounts, • Dining perks across all our brands, • Discounts with partner brands including Verizon, Dell, gyms, and more, • Real advancement and long term career growth opportunities, • WOW a Friend Foundation – Employee Assistance Program Responsibilities: What You Will Do Operational Excellence and Guest Experience • Lead day to day cafe operations while ensuring a consistently warm and welcoming guest experience, • Uphold Panera food quality, safety, and service standards, • Ensure compliance with company policies and all local, state, and federal regulations People and Culture Leadership • Hire, train, coach, and develop a high performing cafe team, • Foster a people first culture built on respect, teamwork, and growth, • Empower Assistant Managers, Shift Supervisors, and associates to succeed and advance Business and Financial Management • Drive sales, labor efficiency, and cost controls to meet business goals, • Support financial performance through planning, execution, and accountability, • Protect company assets and maintain strong operational controls Community and Brand Engagement • Represent Panera Bread within the local community, • Support cafe marketing initiatives and guest engagement efforts, • Live Panera mission of serving food with purpose every day Qualifications: • 1 to 3 plus years of restaurant or retail management experience, • Strong leadership, coaching, and communication skills, • Passion for guest service and team development, • Ability to lead in a fast-paced environment, • ServSafe Food certification a plus, training provided If you are ready to lead with purpose and grow your career with a brand that values people and quality, apply today to become a Restaurant Manager at Panera Bread.

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  • Executive Sous Chef | Hillside Provisions
    Executive Sous Chef | Hillside Provisions
    1 day ago
    $75000–$90000 yearly
    Full-time
    West Harrison, Harrison

    JOB SUMMARY Hillside Provisions is a family-owned café and restaurant opening in Summer 2026 in Harrison, NY. We will offer exceptional craft coffee alongside morning, daytime, and evening services, aiming to create a new level of dining experience in Westchester County. We are seeking an Executive Sous Chef to work closely with the BOH team, ensuring the seamless execution of all restaurant and café food operations with a specific focus on the in-person dining experience. The primary responsibility of this role is to support, execute, and refine all culinary operations while serving as a steward of food quality, systems, and team culture. This is a foundational leadership position requiring a sophisticated balance of high-level culinary execution, rigorous kitchen management, and staff mentorship. The Executive Sous Chef will ensure that every dish meets our established standards for quality, consistency, and profitability, while overseeing the daily flow of a dedicated kitchen team. • Our culinary core values are quality, consistency, and integrity., • Our internal emphasis is preparedness & process, teamwork, and accountability., • We intend to deliver food that is thoughtful, intentional, and refined, while maintaining a kitchen environment that is focused, respectful, collaborative, and calm. RESPONSIBILITIES • Coordinating with the Executive Chef to oversee all kitchen operations, including prep, production, and execution of cafe and in-person dining., • Support leading the BOH team through service on the line and/or expediting., • Ensuring all food meets established standards for taste, presentation, portioning, and timing., • Managing daily prep lists, production schedules, and pars to ensure readiness for service and smooth transitions through services., • Close collaboration with Executive Chef regarding training, mentoring, and developing kitchen staff, with a focus on skill-building, consistency, and accountability., • Maintaining organization, cleanliness, and food safety standards in accordance with DOH and internal SOPs., • Collaborating with the Chef-Owner and Executive Chef on menu execution, seasonal changes, and recipe refinement., • Monitoring product usage, minimizing waste, and communicating ordering needs or shortages., • Supporting inventory, receiving, and proper storage of products., • Assisting in documentation, systems refinement, and continuous improvement of kitchen processes., • Embracing the entrepreneurial mindset needed for a new restaurant, willing to take on new and different tasks as challenges arise. QUALIFICATIONS Experience & Skills • 5+ years of professional kitchen experience required, with at least 2 years in a Sous Chef role in a high-volume, scratch-cooking environment., • Advanced culinary technique, including mastery of diverse cooking methods, preservation, and high-level plating., • Strong understanding of culinary math including food cost percentages, labor management, and inventory turnover., • Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new digital management tools and internal communication platforms., • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to provide clear directives and feedback., • Current Food Protection Certificate (ServeSafe or equivalent) is required., • Experience in a restaurant opening is a huge plus! Personal Attributes • Pride in one’s own work, • Passion for excellent food & hospitality, • Enjoys leading team through high-volume, service while contributing meaningfully to the long-term success of the kitchen., • Detail-oriented with commitment to precision and consistency, • Pride in craftsmanship and dedication to quality execution, • Ability to maintain composure and professional demeanor under pressure, • Self-aware and able to regulate your energy and communication effectively, • Strong work ethic and reliability, • Team-oriented mindset with clear communication skills, • Openness to feedback and commitment to continuous improvement, • Ability to focus fully on work during service periods, • Thrives in environments where standards are high and details matter PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT Physical Requirements • Ability to lift 50 pounds, • Ability to stand up to 8+ hours, 5+ days a week, • Able to work in small spaces in close proximity to others in a fast-paced environment, • Occasionally write by hand, twist/bend/stop/squat, reach/work above shoulders, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 15 pounds, • Ability to traverse all parts of the kitchen & restaurant quickly. Environment • Fast-paced, detail-oriented atmosphere, • Collaborative team environment focused on excellence, • Dynamic service periods requiring flexibility and adaptability Schedule • Full-time, • Available weekends & non-major holidays, • Flexible, understanding we are a new enterprise and have evolving needs This position description outlines the general nature and scope of work for this role but is not exhaustive. Responsibilities may evolve as our operations grow and improve. Hillside Provisions is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive workforce that reflects the diversity of our community. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

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