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  • Crew Member at Jersey Mikes
    Crew Member at Jersey Mikes
    19 days ago
    $16.5 hourly
    Full-time
    Port Richmond, Staten Island

    The Jersey Mikes tradition was founded on a strong sense of community and commitment to the personal and professional development of our people. Our goal is to serve the highest quality sub sandwich to our customer in a manner that projects a thankful and caring mentality to every person that comes through our door. Our culture is a culture of "giving" and supporting our local communities so that all can be lifted together. • Jersey Mike's Subs is looking for Crew Members * Become part of Jersey Mike's vibrant organization! Grab hold of our powerful positive energy with a Jersey Mikes ready-to-take-off career that is fun, fulfilling and rewarding! If you like to have fun, banter with people and enjoy sharing your life then working at Jersey Mike’s may be for you. Besides learning our business and pleasing people with our great authentic sub sandwiches, you'll learn a whole new level of social decorum to take through life. So become part of our tradition! Jersey Mike's was built on a strong sense of community and an outstanding commitment to the personal growth of our people. If you enjoy being part of something special in a strong cultural and spirited environment then bring your energy and come grow with us! The primary requirement of a Jersey Mike’s employee is commitment to company goals: Create food consistent with Jersey Mike’s high quality standards Maintain restaurant that is noticeably cleaner than others Work in a fast paced team driven atmosphere Ability to multitask and work with a sense of urgency Interface with customers and provide an exceptional experience Full understanding of the terms accountability and information Qualifications for the job: Education: High school degree or equivalent 1 Year QSR experience preferred Other: Must be 18 years or older to operate the slicer Serve Safe Certification - Food Handler Must have reliable transportation Key Competencies: Excellent Menu and product knowledge awesome personality Must be able to thrive in a fast pace environment Desire to improve self and skill sets Able to communicate effectively with guests. Awesome personality Participate in all Jersey Mike's training programs Ability to meet schedule requirements and is a reliable performer This website is not operated by Jersey Mike’s Franchise Systems. Jersey Mike’s restaurants are independently owned and operated franchise locations. Franchisees are independent business owners who set their own wage and benefit programs, which can vary between franchisees. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the franchisee. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: From $16.50 per hour Expected hours: 4 – 40 per week Benefits: Flexible schedule Paid training Work Location: In person

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  • Farm Business and Marketing Specialist
    Farm Business and Marketing Specialist
    26 days ago
    $85000–$90000 yearly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Position Summary The Farm Business and Marketing Specialist will provide Greenmarket farmers and producers with business technical support and training designed to ensure the long-term success of their businesses. Technical assistance is provided through both in-house services and the engagement of third-party consultants. The Farm Business and Marketing Specialist is a part of the Greenmarket team and will be responsible for implementing, monitoring, and evaluating a suite of business and marketing/sales strategy technical assistance programming for Greenmarket farmers and producers. This position will be responsible for working with the Greenmarket Operations team to recruit and onboard new farmers and producers to support farmer success, as well as market program development and sustainability. The ideal candidate for this position has demonstrated project management experience, strong interpersonal skills, a nuanced understanding of business planning, sales and marketing strategies for producers in the Northeast, experience working one-on-one with producers and managing partner organizations and third-party consultants, and strong business acumen. Requirements Farm Business and Marketing Specialist Responsibilities (Include but are not limited to): Client Intake and Support Primary point of contact for producers seeking business technical assistance. Conduct intake of producers and create a support plan for individual producers, including accessing technical assistance focused on business and financial planning, marketing, and accessing capital. Identify and work with partner organizations and third-party consultants to provide needed support for producers. Support producers in any administrative and technical assistance, including completing forms, contacting partner organizations, and third-party consultants. Document and track the status of technical assistance support in the internal producer database. Promotional, Sales, and Business Planning Support Work with producers to optimize their market displays to increase sales and customer engagement. Work with producers to identify the best product mix to maximize sales, including assisting with value-added product development. Analyze sales and customer behavior to design profitable sales and marketing strategies. Support producers in developing branding, logos, and marketing materials. Working with producers to create enterprise budgets to assess pricing and product profitability. Training Coordinate workshops and trainings with partner organizations and third-party consultants to support producers. Facilitate educational workshops for producers on critical business topics, including but not limited to customer service, market display, and evaluation of sales data. Market Program Development and Support Support the outreach and recruitment of new farmers and producers, ensuring a streamlined, supportive experience for farmers and producers Work collaboratively with the Operations team to grow the market program, with a special focus on onboarding new farmers and producers, expanding access, and strengthening producer and market success. Provide strategic guidance to the FAA Director and Greenmarket Operations Manager to support the development of site selection and sustainability guidelines based on anticipated and established site performance and metrics to optimize responsiveness to neighborhood food access needs, site success, and farmer and producer long-term financial sustainability. Collaborate with the Greenmarket Operations Manager, FAA Director, and the Budget Management and Operations Director to develop Greenmarket site-by-site fiscal analysis to evaluate individual market success. Program Administration and Communications Manage administrative tasks as needed, including maintaining participant databases, tracking client work, tracking and submitting expenses, and maintaining other systems and processes to maintain programmatic work and track relationships. Manage and track progress towards grant deliverables. Contribute to budget development, grant proposal and report development, and funder relationship development. Assist GrowNYC’s Communications staff in responding to press inquiries about regional producer businesses. Establish and maintain strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, partner organizations, and third-party consultants that align with the mission of GrowNYC Farmer Assistance, with an emphasis on partners serving BIPOC and historically marginalized producers. Develop and contribute to Greenmarket literature, promotional materials, presentations, reports, program booklets, with a focus on farmer-centered storytelling. Responsible for farmer assistance communications,including monitoring and responding to producer inquiries. Develop and send out the monthly farmer assistance newsletter. Required Qualifications 2+ years of experience working with farmers or as part of commercial agricultural businesses Sophisticated understanding of farm business planning, sales, and marketing strategies for farmers' markets, direct-to-consumer sales, and/ or food businesses Experience with submitting invoices and tracking payments Skilled at recruiting, training, and managing outside technical assistance providers, consultants, and vendors Excellent interpersonal skills, a high level of emotional intelligence, and experience working with people from diverse backgrounds in terms of race, ethnicity, gender (including trans* and nonbinary), sexual orientation, class, and religion. Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced team environment Strong initiative and excellent time management skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team Detail-oriented with excellent written and public speaking communication skills. Flexibility and willingness to meet farmers’ emergent needs and to occupy a position that may change in scope in accordance with the needs of the program and organization Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite. Spanish-English bilingual A valid driver’s license and excellent driving record. Ideal Qualifications Experience with client or case management. Experience delivering business technical assistance to farmers. Passion for supporting regional farmers and commitment to a racially and socially just food system. Additional Requirements Ability to travel to Greenmarket locations, regional farms, and other locations (a shared company vehicle is available for regional travel). Ability to walk long distances over rough terrain on regional farms. Ability to drive long distances to regional farms. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions Schedule This position is full-time, year-round, with an expected weekly schedule of 35-40 hours. Working days are Monday through Friday, with three (3) in office days and a mandatory presence on Wednesdays. Occasional weekend and evenings hours may be needed. Compensation This full-time, exempt, and salaried role pays $85,000 - $90,000 annually, and includes benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, incentive savings plan, paid time off, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, FSA programs, and potential for parental leave for full-time regular employees who have been employed with GrowNYC for 175 days). This position is not union-eligible/not a part of the bargaining unit. Location This is a hybrid role with a minimum of three (3) days per week in our Manhattan office with a mandatory presence on Wednesdays. In-person field-based work at Greenmarket locations is required. Visits to regional farms and partner organizations may be needed. Applications Qualified candidates for the Farm Business and Marketing Specialist position should submit a cover letter, resume, and three references. Interviews will take place on a rolling basis starting Monday, November 24, 2025. Due to the volume of employment applications received, GrowNYC is unable to respond to each application individually. Applicants will be contacted directly if selected as a candidate. No phone calls or recruiters, please. GrowNYC is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Employer and hires without regard to race, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation or physical disability.

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  • Assistant Manager
    Assistant Manager
    19 days ago
    Full-time
    Port Richmond, Staten Island

    Jersey Mike's Subs is looking for Managers! Become a part of Jersey Mike's vibrant organization! If you like to have fun, banter with people and enjoy sharing your life then working at Jersey Mike’s may be for you. If you enjoy being part of something special, in a strong cultural and spirited environment then bring your energy and come grow with us! This position pays an hourly wage plus tips! An Assistant General Manager responsibilities include: Motivating, developing and coaching their team Work in a fast-paced team driven atmosphere Interface with customers and provide an exceptional experience Perform all tasks related to opening and closing of store Scheduling Expertise in food safety Inventory Fill in for Manager in all capacities when needed Assist in employee training Qualifications for the job: At least 1 year of restaurant management - Preferred Serve Safe Certification - Required Must have reliable transportation Have comprehensive knowledge of operational checklists Must be able to maintain a reliable schedule Education: High school degree or equivalent Ability to lift 50 lbs. Able to stand for prolonged periods of time Key Competencies: Excellent Menu and product knowledge Manage and maintain inventory records using online management systems. Utilize online platforms for the hiring process Able to communicate effectively with guests Participate in all Jersey Mike's training programs Benefits: Competitive hourly wage + $2-3 hourly tips Opportunities to grow! Medical/dental/vision benefits Flexible scheduling Paid training 401K plan with company matching for all employees 21+ Referral Bonus program of $200 per referred employee Free employee meals and discounts!

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