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  • Busser/Food Runner
    Busser/Food Runner
    6 hours ago
    Part-time
    Englewood

    The successful candidate will play a key role in contributing to our customer satisfaction goals. We'd like to interview you if you're a seasoned kitchen team member looking for the opportunity to grow and can handle all of the below responsibilities/requirements. Send us your current work status and availability to interview. Key Requirements: Friendly demeanor- able to greet and serve customers in a friendly manner Ability to stand for a long time Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks Familiar with industry’s best practices Dedication to teamwork Responsibilities Set up and stocking stations with all necessary supplies Answer, report and follow Managers instructions Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards Prepares dining room for patrons by setting tables and stocking all necessary supplies prior to the beginning of service Maintains table settings by removing finished courses and replenishing utensils as necessary Refilling water glasses Supports wait staff by assisting them with delivery of food and retrieval of any supplies they may require Maintains a clean and sanitary bussing station Ensuring the availability of clean dishes by bussing tables, washing dishes, pots, pans, and flatware, and resetting dining areas. Preparing dining areas and kitchen for next shift by cleaning and restocking dining areas and cook stations. Disposing of the trash at close of restaurant Must be able to lift 50lbs minimum Responsible for cleaning restrooms throughout the shift and maintaining cleanliness of Indoor and Outdoor Dining areas • You must be legal to work in the United States Pay Frequency: Weekly Tips Included

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  • Assistant Captain
    Assistant Captain
    15 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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  • Join Our Team – FOH & BOH Positions Open (Servers & Hospitality Roles)
    Join Our Team – FOH & BOH Positions Open (Servers & Hospitality Roles)
    7 days ago
    $13–$25 hourly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Become part of Fifth Avenue's premier new dining destination! QuanJuDe New York is seeking passionate, proactive, and motivated individuals to join the founding team of our much-anticipated U.S. flagship restaurant! With a prestigious 160-year history and global acclaim—underscored by our Vancouver outpost earning a Michelin Star for three consecutive years—our brand is bringing its legendary signature flavors, elevated by a modern, refined experience, right to the center of NYC. We offer a variety of rewarding career paths and are dedicated to building a culture centered on excellence and unparalleled guest service. If you have a strong commitment to service and genuine enthusiasm for hospitality, we look forward to receiving your application! We offer a competitive compensation package, with details negotiable. Front of House (FOH) Positions - Organized by Importance & Category I. Senior Management 1. General Manager (GM) • Responsibilities: Oversees all restaurant operations (FOH & BOH), P&L management, strategic planning, staff leadership, ensuring exceptional guest experiences and brand standards., • Experience: Extensive senior management experience in high-volume, upscale/fine dining required. 2. Assistant General Manager (AGM) • Responsibilities: Supports the GM in all aspects, manages daily FOH operations, staff scheduling and supervision, inventory control, guest relations resolution., • Experience: Strong FOH management experience in upscale dining required. 3. Marketing Director • Responsibilities: Develops and implements marketing strategies, manages brand communications, PR, advertising, social media oversight (must be proficient in major platforms like Instagram, TikTok, etc.), analyzes market trends. Must be familiar with the NYC F&B scene. 1. Floor Manager • Responsibilities: Manages dining room service flow, supervises floor staff, ensures service standards are met, handles guest interactions and resolves issues during service., • Experience: FOH management or supervisory experience in a high-quality restaurant required. 2. Bar Manager • Responsibilities: Oversees all bar operations, beverage inventory management, ordering, cost control, develops cocktail menu, manages bar staff., • Experience: Bar management or extensive high-end bartending/supervisory experience required. 3. Sommelier • Responsibilities: Responsible for maintaining and updating the wine list, cellar organization, providing expert wine service and pairing recommendations to guests, and conducting staff wine training. 1. Server Captain • Responsibilities: Leads a service section, provides exemplary service to guests, assists with training junior servers, may handle special guest requests or VIP tables., • Experience: Extensive fine dining server experience with demonstrated leadership potential required. 2. Expo Lead / Support Leader • Responsibilities: Responsible for ensuring cleanliness of the expo/pass area; ensuring timely and accurate food dispatch in correct sequence; coordinating Food Runner/Support staff; training new support team members., • Experience: Experience as an Expediter or Senior Food Runner preferred, with leadership potential. 3. Server (HIGH TIPS) • Responsibilities: Provides attentive and knowledgeable table service, explains menu items, takes orders accurately, ensures guest needs are met throughout their dining experience., • Experience: Fine dining server experience required; candidates with strong sales awareness and skills (e.g., able to perform upselling and product recommendations) are preferred. 4. Bartender • Responsibilities: Prepares high-quality alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, interacts with guests at the bar, maintains bar cleanliness and inventory, follows recipes precisely., • Experience: Professional bartending experience required; specialized craft cocktail/mixology experience preferred for a stronger focus. 5. Host Leader • Responsibilities: Leads the daily operations of the host team, manages shifts, assists with training new hosts, handles complex reservations or guest inquiries, ensures efficient and organized front desk operations., • Experience: Extensive host experience with demonstrated leadership or training capabilities required. 6. Host / Hostess • Responsibilities: Greets and seats guests, manages reservations flow, answers phones professionally, maintains a welcoming atmosphere at the entrance. Reports to Host Leader or Manager., • Experience: Prior hosting or customer service experience in reputable establishments preferred; excellent communication and customer service awareness are essential; candidates with sales potential or related experience are preferred. 7. Server Assistant • Responsibilities: Responsible for maintaining table cleanliness, assisting with resetting tables, providing water service, restocking service stations with supplies and cutlery, and other support tasks., • Experience: No specific experience required, but relevant F&B experience is a plus; attention to detail and service orientation are key. 8. Food Runner / Support • Responsibilities: Responsible for accurately and efficiently running food orders, assisting with clearing tables, and ensuring correct corresponding tableware is provided for different dishes. Positive attitude required; training provided. 1. Social Media Specialist • Responsibilities: Creates engaging content (photos, videos, copy), manages daily posting and community interaction on relevant platforms, assists with website updates. 1. Executive Chef • Overall responsibility for kitchen operations, menu development, cost control, team management, and quality assurance. 2. Sous Chef • Assists Executive Chef in daily kitchen management. 3. Wok Chef • Expertise in various high-heat wok cooking techniques for assigned dishes. Experience required. 4. Head Butcher • Supervises all cutting, portioning, and initial preparation of ingredients (including 'Shui Tai' duties like cleaning/processing seafood, poultry, and vegetables), manages the cutting team, ensures consistency and quality. Experience required. 5. Butcher • Performs precise cutting, portioning, and preparation of various meats, seafood, poultry, and vegetables according to specifications. 6. Steamer Chef • Responsible for the preparation and quality control of stocks, broths, soups, and stews; manages the steaming station; potentially handles processing and storage of bulk ingredients. 7. Peking Duck Chef • Specialist in the entire process of preparing and roasting Peking Duck, managing dedicated ovens and equipment. Specific experience required. 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Paid training Referral program Vision insurance

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