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  • Personal Assistant/Virtual Assistant
    Personal Assistant/Virtual Assistant
    2 days ago
    $18 hourly
    Part-time
    Chelsea, Manhattan

    Virtual / Personal Assistant (AI & E-Commerce) About Fresh as Hell Fresh as Hell is a growing fragrance and skincare brand specializing in premium fragrance oils, body butters, and handcrafted soaps. We’re looking for a highly motivated Virtual/Personal Assistant who is comfortable using AI tools, enjoys marketing online, and wants to help grow a fast-moving brand. This position starts part-time with the opportunity to become full-time based on performance. Responsibilities • Assist with daily business operations, • Use AI tools (ChatGPT, Canva AI, HeyGen, ElevenLabs, etc.) to improve productivity, • Create and schedule social media content, • Help drive traffic and sales to our website, • Research marketing trends and competitors, • Respond to customer inquiries professionally, • Update product listings and website content, • Assist with email marketing and promotions, • Coordinate travel, meetings, and appointments when needed, • Help interview and recruit new team members, • Track marketing performance and suggest improvements, • Complete administrative tasks and special projects Requirements • Excellent written and spoken English, • Familiar with AI tools and willing to learn new technology, • Experience with social media platforms including TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, and X, • Strong organizational and communication skills, • Reliable internet connection and quiet work environment, • Self-motivated with strong attention to detail, • Able to work independently with minimal supervision, • Experience with Shopify, WordPress, or e-commerce is a plus, • Experience increasing website traffic or online sales is highly preferred What We Offer • Competitive hourly pay, • Flexible remote work, • Opportunity for long-term growth, • Performance-based raises and bonuses, • Work directly with the founder of a growing brand, • Gain experience using cutting-edge AI tools and digital marketing strategies If you’re organized, tech-savvy, and excited about helping build a growing brand, we’d love to hear from you. Please include your resume, relevant experience, and examples of any AI, marketing, or e-commerce work you’ve done.

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  • Head Chef
    Head Chef
    4 days ago
    $27 hourly
    Full-time
    Union City

    Hot & Fresh LLC is currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Head Chef for our new Home Style Comfort Cafeteria-Restaurant. This is a full-time position with immediate availability. Our Company: We are a Home Style Comfort Cafeteria-Restaurant with an open kitchen, offering a grill menu with a fast food touch of Southern dishes and a mix of world influences. Our new restaurant, well located at a busy corner, has 1,700 SF shared between a Coffee-Bakery section with a grab & go area for early operations (fresh coffee, breakfast sandwiches, natural juices) and an Open Kitchen. There’s a nice outdoors seating space with a capacity of 35-45. Our Philosophy: We prioritize honesty and safety. Our premises are pristine, clean, and well-organized to produce fresh, tasty, and high-quality food products without low-quality frozen or artificially engineered ingredients. Our baking goods contain only flour, water, butter, eggs, milk, and chocolate; we do not serve frozen, low-quality products. We are committed to providing simple home-style comfort food, fast food, along with fresh, tasty salads, soups, and desserts. We offer a respectful and flexible working environment where creativity and professional growth are encouraged. The Role: We are looking for a professional who combines technical talent with strong values such as discipline and kindness. Key responsibilities include: • Planning and executing all kitchen and cafeteria production., • Managing daily operations, including staff scheduling, inventory tracking, and food safety compliance., • Collaborating with management on vendor selection, budgeting, menu renovation, and cost analysis., • Training staff in sanitary standards and customer service., • Coordinating catering events alongside regular on-site operations. Qualifications: • 4-5 years of kitchen management or supervisory experience in a high-volume environment., • Advanced knowledge of culinary arts and hands-on experience with grilling, charbroiling, and plating., • Familiarity with Rational combi ovens., • Strong leadership skills and the ability to multitask under pressure., • Relevant professional and sanitary certifications., • Ability to maintain a static position for extended periods and lift up to 45 pounds. Compensation: Compensation is commensurate with experience, with a starting pay of $27.00/hr. We offer performance-based raises, incentive profit-sharing, loyalty bonuses for long-term employees, and recognition rewards. If you are a team player with a passion for excellence and a positive attitude, please submit your resume for consideration. Thank you for your time and attention.

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  • Ice Cream Server - NoHo
    Ice Cream Server - NoHo
    5 days ago
    $17 hourly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    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 part-time Scoopers to join our NoHo ice cream and frozen yogurt shop in Manhattan, NY! Our Scoopers are the ultimate Van Leeuwen ambassadors, bringing our high standards and hospitality to life in every guest interaction. We're looking for self-starters who thrive independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, high-energy environment. The ideal candidate brings positive energy, strong people skills and a genuine passion for ice cream! Part Time Scoopers at Van Leeuwen's scoop shops make $17.00 per hour + an average of an additional $7 per hour in tips! Tips are based on averages and subject to seasonal fluctuation.Our team members must have availability to work at least three shifts per week and be available to work past 12am. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES • Greet every guest warmly, with enthusiasm and genuine hospitality, • Able to scoop and serve guests all menu items while maintaining quality and presentation standards, • Serve as a Van Leeuwen Ambassador, educating guests on flavors, ingredients and special offerings, • Prepare all fresh, house made menu items daily, • Accurately operate our Square POS System for a seamless guest checkout process, • Ability to become familiar with all food safety procedures and follow them as required, • Maintain store cleanliness, following proper sanitation guidelines, • Complete daily tasks, including stocking, inventory, and cleaning, • Follow Van Leeuwen's established safety, grooming, uniform, and employee conduct standards, • Prepare toppings by cutting and processing fruit- ensuring quality and consistency, • Operate frozen yogurt machines including filling, basic maintenance, and executing opening and closing procedures, • Ensure cleanliness and organization of equipment and workspace including machine cleaning and restocking topping selections JOB REQUIREMENTS • Must be 18 years of age or older, • Genuine passion for ice cream and desserts, • Possess dexterity to prepare and serve guests all menu items in accordance with established service and build-out standards, • Able to push/pull/lift 50 lbs of weight regularly, • Stand for extended periods of time regularly, • Walk up and down stairs regularly, • Stand, bend and reach for prolonged periods of time, • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, • Available to work 3 days a weeks (including nights and weekends past 12 am), • Reliable, on time and ready for every shift, • Food handlers certificate required WHY VAN LEEUWEN? • Competitive Pay + Tips, • Flexible Scheduling, • Free Ice Cream (One menu-item while on shift), • Positive team environment, • Career development and growth opportunities, • Opportunity to be part of a growing, fun brand! 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 $17---$17 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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  • Florist
    Florist
    5 days ago
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Job Overview We are seeking a creative and passionate Florist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong eye for design and a love for flowers and plants. As a Florist, you will be responsible for creating beautiful floral arrangements, providing exceptional customer service, and maintaining the overall aesthetic of our shop. You will also assist with e-commerce operations and contribute to sales efforts to ensure the success of our business. Duties Design and create floral arrangements for various occasions including weddings, funerals, and special events. Provide knowledgeable advice to customers regarding flower selection, care, and arrangement styles. Manage inventory by stocking flowers, plants, and supplies while ensuring freshness and quality. Operate POS systems for processing sales transactions accurately. Assist with e-commerce initiatives by managing online orders and ensuring timely delivery. Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the shop, including landscape maintenance of outdoor areas. Communicate effectively with customers to understand their needs and preferences while promoting additional products or services. Utilize retail math skills to track sales trends and manage inventory levels efficiently. Qualifications Previous experience as a Florist or in a related retail environment is preferred but not required. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Knowledge of landscape maintenance and gardening is a plus. Proficiency in e-commerce platforms is desirable. Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage customers effectively. A passion for flowers, design, and customer service is essential. Join us in creating beautiful moments through floral artistry! Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour Benefits: Employee discount Flexible schedule Store discount Experience: Retail sales: 1 year (Preferred) Merchandising: 1 year (Preferred) Customer service: 1 year (Preferred) Ability to Commute: New York, NY 10065 (Required) Ability to Relocate: New York, NY 10065: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person

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  • Crew Member
    Crew Member
    10 days ago
    $17–$20 hourly
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    About Us Adobo Mexican Grill is a neighborhood fast-casual spot built on scratch-made Mexican food and a team that has each other’s backs. No microwaves. No can openers. Just real cooking and real people. The Role You’re the face of Adobo. You work the line — greeting guests, building their bowls, burritos, and tacos exactly how they want them, and sending them out the door happy. Between rushes, you keep the front clean, stocked, and ready. What You’ll Do • Greet every guest and take their order on the line, • Build orders accurately — bowls, burritos, tacos, quesadillas, • Run the register and handle cash and card payments, • Package and stage delivery and pickup orders (Uber Eats, DoorDash, Clover), • Keep the line stocked and the food looking fresh, • Wipe down counters, sweep, mop, and take out trash, • Restock cups, lids, napkins, salsas, and utensils, • Follow food safety and portioning standards on every order, • Jump in wherever your team needs you during a rush What You Bring • A friendly, welcoming attitude — you actually like people, • Reliability and punctuality, • Speed and accuracy under pressure, • Willingness to clean as you go, not just at close, • Must be 18 or older, • Effective communication in the workplace’s primary language(s), • Spanish proficiency preferred, not required — many of our guests speak Spanish, and bilingual team members are especially valued, • No experience needed — we’ll train you What You Get • Competitive pay, • Free team meals every shift, • Flexible scheduling, • Paid training and paid holidays, • PTO, • A real path up — most of our leaders started on Crew Job Type: Full-Time and Part-Time Shifts: Days, evenings, weekends, and late night — varied schedules available Work Location: In person

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  • Ice Cream Server - Franklin St (Greenpoint)
    Ice Cream Server - Franklin St (Greenpoint)
    4 days ago
    $17 hourly
    Full-time
    Greenpoint, Brooklyn

    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 part-time Scoopers to join our Flavor Lab on Franklin St (Greenpoint) ice cream and frozen yogurt shop in Brooklyn, NY! Our Scoopers are the ultimate Van Leeuwen ambassadors, bringing our high standards and hospitality to life in every guest interaction. We're looking for self-starters who thrive independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, high-energy environment. The ideal candidate brings positive energy, strong people skills and a genuine passion for ice cream! Part Time Scoopers at Van Leeuwen's scoop shops make $17.00 per hour + an average of an additional $7 per hour in tips! Tips are based on averages and subject to seasonal fluctuation.Our team members must have availability to work at least three shifts per week and be available to work past 12am. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES • Greet every guest warmly, with enthusiasm and genuine hospitality, • Able to scoop and serve guests all menu items while maintaining quality and presentation standards, • Serve as a Van Leeuwen Ambassador, educating guests on flavors, ingredients and special offerings, • Prepare all fresh, house made menu items daily, • Accurately operate our Square POS System for a seamless guest checkout process, • Ability to become familiar with all food safety procedures and follow them as required, • Maintain store cleanliness, following proper sanitation guidelines, • Complete daily tasks, including stocking, inventory, and cleaning, • Follow Van Leeuwen's established safety, grooming, uniform, and employee conduct standards, • Prepare toppings by cutting and processing fruit- ensuring quality and consistency, • Operate frozen yogurt machines including filling, basic maintenance, and executing opening and closing procedures, • Ensure cleanliness and organization of equipment and workspace including machine cleaning and restocking topping selections JOB REQUIREMENTS • Must be 18 years of age or older, • Genuine passion for ice cream and desserts, • Possess dexterity to prepare and serve guests all menu items in accordance with established service and build-out standards, • Able to push/pull/lift 50 lbs of weight regularly, • Stand for extended periods of time regularly, • Walk up and down stairs regularly, • Stand, bend and reach for prolonged periods of time, • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, • Available to work 3 days a weeks (including nights and weekends past 12 am), • Reliable, on time and ready for every shift, • Food handlers certificate required WHY VAN LEEUWEN? • Competitive Pay + Tips, • Flexible Scheduling, • Free Ice Cream (One menu-item while on shift), • Positive team environment, • Career development and growth opportunities, • Opportunity to be part of a growing, fun brand! 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 $17---$17 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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  • Retail Sales Associate
    Retail Sales Associate
    1 month ago
    $20–$30 hourly
    Full-time
    Secaucus

    Vivacity Management is expanding its retail development team across North Jersey and is seeking a motivated Entry-Level Retail Sales Assistant. This engaging, face-to-face role is perfect for individuals eager to develop professional sales and leadership skills, offering a clear path into business management. Working directly with customers, you will represent nationally recognized telecommunications clients. This position focuses on delivering solutions, managing customer relationships, and supporting daily operations, providing hands-on experience crucial for leadership and management advancement. This role involves no door-to-door sales and no cold calling. Key Responsibilities: • Engage in person with customers to promote products and services., • Provide exceptional customer support and recommend tailored solutions., • Utilize CRM systems to track and manage customer interactions., • Confidently handle objections and present service options., • Cultivate strong relationships with customers and team members., • Contribute to management initiatives and team goals. What We’re Looking For: • Strong communication and customer service skills., • A coachable mindset and eagerness to learn., • Reliability and flexibility to work as needed., • Comfort with basic technology and CRM tools., • Organized, solution-oriented, and team-focused approach., • Must be 18 years of age or older., • A 2 or 4-year degree in business management or a similar field, or 2 years of sales experience. Why Join Vivacity Management: • Entry-level position with comprehensive paid training., • Performance bonuses and incentives., • Extensive professional development and leadership training., • Opportunities for community involvement and team-building events., • Clearly defined advancement paths into Management and leadership roles., • Participation in philanthropic events., • Competitive weekly base compensation, ranging from $600 to $2000, combined with performance bonuses and incentives., • W2 employment position., • Access to in-state and out-of-state networking events. Ready for a Fresh Start? If you are looking to build valuable skills, gain hands-on experience, and grow into a management position, apply today to start your career with Vivacity Management.

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  • Social Media Manager
    Social Media Manager
    1 month ago
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Who We Are Her Story Lab is a New York City based brand film studio creating short films for women founders. We are a small studio and we are looking for someone who wants to grow with us. This is a creative job. You will be working directly with the founder, getting your hands into everything, and helping build a brand from the ground up. Who We Are Looking For You are someone who thrives in creative environments around founders, artists, entrepreneurs and people who are building something that matters to them and understands why their stories matter. Someone who knows what makes content stop a scroll and has the design sensibility to make it look intentional. You are proactive, creative, and do not wait to be told what to do. You communicate clearly and consistently. You are curious and always learning. This role will put you in the room with some of the most interesting people right now- founders, artists, designers, entrepreneurs at every stage. Responsibilities • Manage and grow Her Story Lab's presence on Instagram, Threads, and YouTube, • Plan and execute a weekly content calendar aligned with our launch strategy, • Write captions and copy in the Her Story Lab tone of voice, • Repurpose film footage into social content- Reels, clips, quote cards, behind the scenes, • Assist on shoot days- helping set up, capturing behind the scenes content, and documenting the process, • Engage with our audience daily- responding to comments, starting conversations, building community, • Research and identify women founders, potential clients, and collaborators to connect with, • Track performance across platforms and share weekly insights on what is working, • Help plan and execute the Her Story Lab launch party (July - August 2026), • Support outreach efforts- drafting DMs, emails, and follow ups to potential clients and partners, • Bring fresh ideas to the table- you know what is trending and what will work for this brand What You Need 1. Strong understanding of Instagram, Threads, and YouTube. You are on these platforms every day, 2. An eye for visual storytelling. You can look at footage and know what will perform, 3. Excellent writing skills. You can write in someone else's voice and make it feel natural, 4. Based in NYC or able to come into the city 2 days a week., 5. Passion for women entrepreneurship, filmmaking, or creative businesses, 6. Highly organized and self-driven. You manage your own time and hit deadlines, 7. Bonus: experience with Adobe Suite, video editing (Premiere Pro, CapCut etc..) What You Get • Paid part-time role with flexible hours, • Hands-on experience building a real brand from the ground up, • Direct mentorship from the founder, • Access to other women founders, owners, entrepreneurs, artists.

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