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  • Louise & Jerry's
    General Manager Bar
    General Manager Bar
    23 hours ago
    $25–$30 hourly
    Full-time
    Hoboken

    The General Manager at Louise & Jerry’s will be responsible for managing all the daily operations of the bar and special events. Which include, but are not limited to, guest satisfaction, upholding employee service standards, bar cleanliness and appearance, quality controls, financial reporting, and general administrative responsibilities. The General Manager will be responsible for overseeing all employees who report directly to him/her. The General Manager will report directly to the Owner. Duties Will maintain management systems for all staff including bartenders and barbacks. As well as, but not limited to the Assistant Manager, and Facilities Manager. Will monitor and maintain a training schedule for all staff and management to be completed with a formal evaluation report. Will maintain a record of performance evaluation of each staff and management member, which will include service standards and product knowledge. Communicate with staff and management on any new directives from ownership Will monitor guest satisfaction through in person interaction, and all online review platforms Will hold weekly meetings with management Will monitor performance on a weekly basis of all KPI’s pertaining to the bar and events Build and maintain guest relationships, and be a personality within the business for all guests Will anticipate any issues and act quickly to resolve problems before they affect the guest experience Will maintain cash management systems with Assistant Manager providing accountability on collecting and depositing cash on a daily or weekly basis Will monitor all comps/voids on a daily and weekly basis and discuss any % of discounts above an acceptable level Will monitor all tip %’s on a daily and weekly basis and discuss any % of tips above an acceptable level Will review labor and staffing on a weekly basis with Assistant Manager, will discuss action items if needed Will create management systems to ensure operational soundness of private events, including staffing, set up, and breakdown Will monitor daily checklists for quality and completion, including all opening and closing procedures Will monitor and maintain all inventory procedures for LQ, Beer, and wine, including but not limited to inventory, ordering, and intake procedures Will lead weekly management meetings and report on all responsibilities outlined in this description, as well as other issues that may arise Skills Proven experience in a bar management or assistant manager role within the hospitality industry. Strong knowledge of food management practices and restaurant management principles. Excellent team management skills with the ability to motivate and lead a diverse team. Proficiency in using POS systems for efficient order processing and inventory management. Exceptional communication skills with a focus on customer service excellence. Experience in staff training and development to foster a positive work environment. Understanding of food service management principles to ensure quality offerings at the bar. Must have a Bar Card Must have your TIPs Certification Must have at least 1yr-2yrs experience in General or Assistant Manager Join our team as a Bar Manager where you can showcase your leadership abilities while creating memorable experiences for our guests! OPEN CALL: 1. Tuesday, September 16th from 2pm to 5pm, 2. Wednesday, September 17th from 2pm to 5pm, 3. Thursday, September 18th from 2pm to 5pm MUST BRING RESUME Job Type: Full-time Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Work Location: In person

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  • Springbone Kitchen
    Food Service Worker
    Food Service Worker
    5 days ago
    $16–$19 hourly
    Part-time
    Millburn

    Springbone Kitchen is Hiring Team Members! Pay: $16 – $19.00/hour (Base + Tips) OPEN CALL: Tuesday 9/16/2025 and Thursday 9/18/2025 from 2pm-4pm Location: Our Millburn Location (321 Millburn Avenue, Millburn, NJ, 07041) Please stop by anytime & Bring a copy of your resume! At Springbone, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers. More than half of our General Managers and Corporate Team started out as Team Members. If you’re ambitious and eager to learn, this is your chance to grow in one of NYC’s fastest-growing restaurant groups. What You’ll Do: • Learn all stations: bowls, broths, register, prep, customer service & more, • Deliver outstanding hospitality, • Uphold NYC health & safety standards, • Develop skills that prepare you for leadership roles Why Join Us? • Clear path to Service Manager & General Manager roles, • Paid training & ongoing mentorship, • Flexible scheduling & consistent shifts, • Health benefits & free meals Take the first step in your hospitality career—join us at our Open Call and grow with us!

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  • Drift876 Jamaican Cuisine and Bar
    Line Cook
    Line Cook
    6 days ago
    $17–$20 hourly
    Full-time
    Port Richmond, Staten Island

    Position Summary: The Line Cook is responsible for preparing, cooking, and plating menu items according to established recipes and restaurant standards. This role requires attention to detail, strong time management, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety. Key Responsibilities Prepare ingredients and cook menu items according to recipes, portion sizes, and presentation standards. Set up and stock stations with all necessary supplies before service. Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, including workstations, equipment, and storage areas. Ensure food is prepared in a timely manner and coordinated with other line cooks and kitchen staff. Follow proper food handling and sanitation standards (HACCP guidelines). Assist with receiving and storing food deliveries. Communicate effectively with kitchen staff and front of house team to ensure smooth service. Adhere to all health, safety, and sanitation regulations. Perform additional tasks as directed by the Head Chef or Kitchen Manager.

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  • Best Sicily Bottega
    Dishwasher
    Dishwasher
    8 days ago
    $16.5 hourly
    Part-time
    Financial District, Manhattan

    Dishwasher & Prep Cook – Job Description Position Title: Dishwasher & Prep Cook Reports To: Head Chef / Kitchen Manager Employment Type: [Full-time / Part-time / Contract] Location: [Insert Location] 🧑‍🍳 Role Summary: The Dishwasher & Prep Cook plays a key role in keeping the kitchen clean, organized, and running smoothly. This position is responsible for washing dishes and kitchen equipment, assisting with basic food preparation, and maintaining a hygienic environment. It’s an essential support role for a successful and efficient kitchen. 🔧 Duties and Responsibilities: 🧼 Dishwashing: Wash dishes, glassware, utensils, pots, and pans using commercial dishwasher or by hand Sort and organize clean dishes and supplies in appropriate storage areas Clean dishwashing station, sinks, and surrounding areas throughout the shift Dispose of trash and recyclables properly and regularly Maintain proper use and cleanliness of dishwashing equipment 🔪 Prep Work: Assist chefs and line cooks with basic food prep, such as: Washing, peeling, and cutting vegetables Portioning ingredients Preparing sauces or simple dishes Label and store prepped items according to food safety standards Follow recipes and instructions precisely Maintain a clean, safe, and organized prep station 🧯 Kitchen Support & Sanitation: Follow all food safety and hygiene regulations Clean kitchen floors, walls, and surfaces as needed Help with unloading and organizing food deliveries Assist other team members during busy service periods Report equipment malfunctions or safety concerns immediately ✅ Skills and Qualifications: Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs Strong attention to detail and cleanliness Ability to work quickly and efficiently in a team environment Basic knife skills and interest in learning kitchen operations Previous kitchen experience is a plus but not required Food Handler’s Certificate preferred

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  • Convene
    Full Time Event Server
    Full Time Event Server
    1 month ago
    $20–$21 hourly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    We’re seeking a Hospitality Service Technician to join our Operations team. The Hospitality Service Technician will report directly to the Service Manager/Supervisor. What You’ll Do: The Hospitality Service Technician will provide genuine anticipatory service to clients and participants in all aspects of hospitality and conference services. In this position, you will interact with our clients and ensure they have a great experience at Convene. You will work in partnership with the Culinary, Production, Technology teams to ensure we are exceeding the expectations of our clients. At all times, the Service Technician is expected to be attentive to our clients’ needs and make them feel welcomed, important, and relaxed. We need someone with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as well as someone highly motivated and ready to work with others. Our employees carry our Core Values every day: Genuine, Relentless, Integrity, and Teamwork. • Greet all clients with enthusiasm and friendliness, • Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times, • Provide world-class service, in accordance with our Brand Standards, • Set up, replenish, maintain, and breakdown Food and Beverage stations, • Accommodate special client needs and last minute requests, • Develop relationships with clients, • Accurately answer client questions about culinary and our spaces in a friendly manner, • Read, understand, and execute Program Execution Orders, • Follow checklists and Standard Operating Procedures, • Set up and breakdown conference rooms and refreshing rooms as needed, • Perform facility maintenance, • Maintain safe, clean, organized, and well-stocked work areas, • Responsible for constant sanitation, organization, and proper food handling, • Have full knowledge of menus, recipes, and other pertinent information, • Perform opening, mid-shift, and closing duties in accordance with company standards, • Perform cleaning duties including: wiping down tables and chairs, cleaning glasses, washing dishes, polishing glass and silverware, making rollups, • Maintain a professional appearance at all times, • Maintain professional working relationships with team, • Follows all Company drink recipes and procedures, • Proficiently prepares blended and cold drinks provided by the cafe, • Full knowledge of coffee and tea menu, • Perform additional duties as assigned What We Look For: • Minimum 2 years server experience, • 1 year of coffee experience a plus, • Basic knowledge of food and beverage, • Proven excellent communication and interpersonal skills, • Proven good organizational skills, • Must be highly motivated and ready to lead other team members, • Proficient in multitasking, • Food Hygiene or Food Handling Certificate preferred, • TIPS Certification preferred, • Flexible and long hours are sometimes required., • Ability to move, carry, push, pull and place objects up to 25 pounds without assistance, • Ability to reach overhead and below the knees, • Ability to stand, sit, and walk for an extended period of time Compensation: The above job definition information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on changing business needs and conditions. Full Time Hourly Rate: $21 This role is also eligible for Convene's annual incentive performance bonus plan. This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors. Who We Are: Convene is a global hospitality company that manages a growing portfolio of lifestyle brands focused on revolutionizing the way people meet, work, and gather. It creates hospitality-driven experiences and uniquely designed destinations across its various brands with the singular mission of fostering human-to-human connection.The Convene portfolio comprises Convene, etc.venues by Convene, and Convene Signature, offering clients multiple products including event venues, meeting rooms, flexible office spaces, and building amenity centers. With hospitality at its core, each brand and product offers on-site culinary, in-room A/V, production services, and dedicated hospitality staffing resources.As the largest single provider of dedicated meeting and event venues in the U.S. and UK, and with a growing footprint of flexible office space, the Convene portfolio has a network of nearly 40 locations across nine global cities. We’re Here For You: At Convene, you’ll receive: Health and Wellness • Excellent health coverage for you and your family starting day one, • 24/7 virtual care through Centivo Care, • Employee Assistance Program: emotional well-being and support for everyday life, • Fertility & family planning through Kindbody Time Off and Work-Life Balance • Generous paid time off plus time off for your birthday, • A Holiday closure each year to allow all employees to unplug and recharge, • Paid time off for new parents: maternity, paternity, adoption Financial Support and Benefits • 401K plan with company matching, • Financial support for education: for attending conferences, taking courses, or gaining certifications Professional Development and Recognition • Continuous professional and personal development support, • Employee recognition and reward programs to mark achievements and milestones Community and Impact • Opportunities to volunteer, donate, and participate in community give-back initiatives, • The opportunity to have a significant impact on your team and the business in the work that you do

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  • Brown Bag Sandwich Co
    Kitchen Manager/Manageress
    Kitchen Manager/Manageress
    1 month ago
    $23–$28 hourly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Location: New York City, NY Company: Brown Bag Sandwich Co. Brown Bag Sandwich Co. is the first chopped sandwich concept in NYC. We exist to pay homage to all of the NYC delis that came before us. We focus on house-made meats to ensure that our product is quality, consistent, and accessible. As a startup, we're looking for dedicated individuals who are excited to grow and evolve with us. Key Responsibilities: Full time position. The main objective would be to oversee operational duties of the shop. This would include organizing fridges, FIFO, ordering/receiving, writing prep lists. In addition to managing the shop you would be expected to assemble sandwiches in an efficient and clean work space when needed. Prepping ingredients, portioning meats, and preparing sauces. Another key responsibility will be maintaining product quality to the standards that have been set. • Ingredient Preparation: Efficiently prepare and portion house-made meats, vegetables, and other ingredients according to recipe standards and specifications., • Sanitation and Hygiene: Maintain a high standard of cleanliness and sanitation in the prep area, adhering to food safety regulations and ensuring a safe working environment. Must know DOH requirements and be able to maintain these throughout the store., • Stock Management: Monitor ingredient levels, rotate stock, and inform the chef if supplies need to be reordered., • Recipe Adherence: Follow recipes and prep lists accurately to ensure consistency and quality of all ingredients and finished products., • Equipment Maintenance: Clean and maintain kitchen equipment, including slicers, mixers, and knives, ensuring they are in proper working condition., • Team Collaboration: Work closely with kitchen staff to coordinate prep tasks and support a smooth workflow throughout service hours., • Prior experience as a lead cook/manager or in a similar role is preferred., • Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices., • Ability to work full time hours and manage time effectively., • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow recipes and instructions., • Good physical stamina and the ability to handle repetitive tasks and lift heavy items., • Collaborate with team members to ensure a smooth and efficient kitchen operation., • Opportunity to be a part of a unique and innovative food concept in NYC., • Friendly and supportive work environment., • Competitive pay and potential for growth within the company., • A chance to help shape the future of Brown Bag Sandwich Co. as we expand and evolve., • $23-28/hour, • Estimate of $150-$250 per week in tips, depending on seasonality. With tips this position usually ends up being $28-30 an hour.

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  • Flying food group
    Production Supervisor
    Production Supervisor
    2 months ago
    $60000–$65000 yearly
    Full-time
    Newark

    Job Description We are seeking a Production Supervisor responsible for developing daily/weekly schedules for product and labor based on production requirements. Essential Functions · Follow the Basic Principles in all employee interactions · Provide direction, guidance and assistance to employees to enable them to work more effectively · Motivate employees by giving positive feedback, always in a respectful manner · Measure and manage productivity in the department to identify areas for improvement · Coordinate production process to increase productivity and improve process controls · Effectively allocate production labor as needed on a daily basis to improve productivity · Manage workforce to cross-train employees and rotate employees regularly · Follow all procedures for reporting Worker’s Compensation incidents and accidents, · Ensure meal processing counts and deadlines are met by checking line progress regularly · Ensure accurate counts are produced to specification · Ensure portions control is accurately measured by employees by conducting regular verifications · Train employee in production processes and portion control · Proactively engage in employee relations issues to resolve them effectively and promptly · Manage storage and rotation of daily food production overages to minimize waste · Hold regular communication meeting with employees to review production results, safety and hygiene · Communicate schedule changes to employees · Manage production schedules and processes to minimize overtime · Manage work force accountability for quality and productivity · Ensure employees have proper tools and equipment needed for production · Ensure that HACCP, GMP and USDA standards are achieved and completed · Ensure customer production and labeling requirements are achieved · Competent to work independently, ask questions and seek direction as needed. · Ensure all safety requirements are achieved and strives to maintain a safe work environment. · Effectively gives and receives feedback in a positive and respectful manner · Must be able to function within a team environment. · Performs tasks under general supervision Skills and Qualifications · Food Service experience required · A minimum of 2-5 years supervising a food production environment · Knowledge of internal policies and procedures · Knowledge of HACCP requirements, USDA, GMP and sanitation requirements. · Knowledge of cold food production processes · Candidate bilingual in English and Spanish a plus · Competent written skills and effective verbal communication skills · Computer skills a plus (Microsoft) Supervisory Responsibility This position has supervisory responsibilities. Work Environment This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit and stand for long periods of time and reach with hands and arms. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time exempt position in a 24/7/365 manufacturing environment. Flexibility with weekdays, evenings, and weekends is required.

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