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  • Team Member
    Team Member
    3 days ago
    $16.5–$18.5 hourly
    Part-time
    Oceanside

    • At NAYA, we're on an exciting journey - growing fast, sharing authentic, fresh and nutritious Middle Eastern flavors, and building a team that grows right along with us., • We are looking for experienced, passionate Team Members to grow with us!, • At NAYA, your development is our priority — we train, mentor, and promote from within because we believe our people are the heart of our success. If you're a natural leader who loves great food, thrives in a team environment, and is excited to build your future with a brand on the rise, we want to meet you!, • If you're ready to lead with heart, inspire others, and be part of something bigger, NAYA is the place to make it happen., • Reports to: General Manager, • You will love working at NAYA, • We believe great people deserve great rewards. NAYA offers a comprehensive and people-focused benefits package designed to support you at work and beyond, including:, • Competitive pay to recognize your impact, • Medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you healthy and thriving, • Commuter benefits to make life easier, • Employee discounts and free NAYA meals — because we believe in enjoying what we serve, • Growth opportunities at every level — we invest in developing leaders from within, • More on the way!, • At NAYA, you'll find more than a job — you'll find a community that values you, supports your goals, and celebrates your success., • ++How You'll Impact++, • The Team Member plays a key role in NAYA's restaurant operations, trained to work across all stations, from front-of-house service to back-of-house preparation. Team Members provide outstanding customer service while ensuring store standards of cleanliness, organization, and quality. Responsibilities include preparing food, working on the service line, cooking on the grill, and setting up and stocking stations. Team Members collaborate with the team to prepare menu items and maintain a smooth, efficient service experience., • ++What You'll Do++, • Food Preparation & Production, • Prepare daily production items in cooperation with kitchen staff., • Ensure food products are prepped correctly, following recipes and Naya's standards., • Follow recipes and portion control standards to maintain consistency and quality., • Wash dishes and tools used during food prep., • Minimize waste and assist with inventory counts., • Kitchen Organization & Maintenance, • Receive, disinfect, store, and organize deliveries following FIFO and best storage practices., • Maintain proper storage temperatures and rotation procedures per DOH regulations., • Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, tools, and workstations thoroughly and on schedule., • Keep floors in work areas clean, dry, and free of debris., • Ensure a sanitary, clean, and safe kitchen environment, maintaining all equipment and utensils., • Customer Service, • Provide timely and courteous service to guests in alignment with Naya's policies and procedures. * Display thorough knowledge of menu items, including beverages, and adhere to legal alcohol service requirements., • Greet guests, take orders, and expedite as needed, ensuring accuracy and satisfaction., • Ring orders into the POS system accurately and collect payments., • Assist customers with making change, as applicable., • Follow cash handling procedures, turning in accurate amounts daily., • Front-of-House & Station Management, • Maintain a clean, stocked, and organized workstation at the start of each shift., • Stock cashier stations with necessary items, including paper goods and ice water., • Change trash bags, wipe tables, and counters, and pack sauce sides and pita bread., • Turn on displays and play music as part of daily setup., • Follow the proper cash handling procedures and rings up items correctly, • Complete all side work and cleaning tasks to Naya's standards, including setting up sanitizing pails., • Teamwork & Communication, • Support and assist team members as needed., • Communicate issues and ideas to the Chef or Director of Operations., • Participate in training and development of new employees to uphold Naya's service standards., • Compliance & Professionalism, • Adhere to sanitation standards and company policies on scheduling, clocking in/out, uniforms, and grooming., • Attend company meetings and training sessions as required., • Exhibit a friendly, positive, and helpful attitude at all times., • Carry out additional duties as assigned by management., • ++Who You Are++, • 1+ year experience as a restaurant team member at similar caliber concept, • The ability to lift at least 50 pounds on a regular basis., • The ability to bend, stoop, stand and perform extensive walking for 8-10 hours a day., • Excellent communicator in written and verbal formats., • Communicates information effectively and efficiently., • Completed the Train the Trainer course., • Maintain a friendly, helpful and positive attitude always., • Polished personal presentation; grooming meets Naya standards, as outlined by Employee Handbook, • The ability to withstand exposure to high volume of business and the movement, noise and temperature extremes associated with a busy restaurant., • Ability to perform essential job functions under pressure, maintain professionalism when working under stress., • Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays, and variable schedule, per the needs of the business., • Attends mandatory meetings., • Adherence to company, state, and county sanitation standards., • Strict adherence to posted schedule and clock in/out at times.

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  • Team Leader
    Team Leader
    9 days ago
    Full-time
    Jamaica, Queens

    Confidential New Burger Restaurant – Queens, NY Full-Time | Leadership Position PLEASE APPLY ONLY IF YOU HAVE REAL, HANDS-ON BURGER SHOP COOKING EXPERIENCE. We are hiring an experienced Lead Burger Chef / Kitchen Lead for an upcoming burger restaurant in Queens, NY. We are specifically looking for someone with at least 3+ years of professional, hands-on experience working in a burger restaurant, smash burger shop, fast-casual burger concept, or high-volume burger kitchen. Burger-shop cooking experience is required for this position. General restaurant, deli, pizza, catering, or unrelated cooking experience by itself does not qualify for this lead position. We strongly encourage experienced burger cooks who have spent several years working directly with flat-top griddles, smash burgers, fryers, chicken breading, sauces, seasoning, prep, and high-volume burger assembly to apply. The person selected will become a leader of our cooking team and will be responsible for helping train cooks, maintain recipes and procedures, control food quality, and ensure consistent execution. REQUIRED BURGER EXPERIENCE You should already have professional experience with: • Smash burgers on a commercial flat-top griddle, • Proper smashing technique, • Burger patty seasoning, • Griddle temperature management, • Developing a strong beef crust without overcooking, • Single and double burger timing, • Onion smash burgers, • Cheese melting and finishing, • Bun toasting, • Burger assembly and presentation, • Portion control, • High-volume burger production, • Managing multiple orders during rush periods CHICKEN, BREADING & FRYER EXPERIENCE Professional experience should also include: • Crispy chicken sandwiches, • Chicken tenders, • Chicken seasoning and marination, • Breading and dredging systems, • Seasoned flour/breading mixtures, • Fryer temperature control, • Fried chicken timing, • Maintaining crispy texture and product quality, • French fries and fried sides, • Proper food holding procedures SAUCE & SEASONING KNOWLEDGE We are especially interested in someone who understands flavor development, not simply someone who follows instructions. Experience with some or all of the following is highly desirable: • Mayonnaise-based sauces, • Burger/house sauces, • Spicy mayo, • Aioli-style sauces, • Garlic and chipotle sauces, • Seasoning blends, • Chicken marinades, • Burger seasoning, • Breading seasoning, • Sauce consistency, batching and portioning You are NOT expected to bring or disclose proprietary recipes from a previous employer. However, you should understand how professional restaurant sauces, seasonings, marinades and breading systems are developed, prepared, scaled and kept consistent. THIS IS A LEADERSHIP POSITION We are not simply hiring another line cook. You will be expected to: • Lead cooks during service, • Train new kitchen employees, • Teach proper burger cooking techniques, • Teach breading, frying and preparation procedures, • Ensure recipes and procedures are followed consistently, • Maintain consistent taste, appearance and portion size, • Organize daily prep, • Check station readiness before service, • Manage burger, fryer and prep stations, • Monitor food quality throughout service, • Identify and correct cooking mistakes, • Maintain kitchen cleanliness and sanitation, • Control unnecessary food waste, • Follow proper food storage, labeling and rotation procedures, • Help management improve kitchen workflow, • Maintain organization during high-volume rush periods, • Set a professional standard for the rest of the cooking team MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 3+ years of professional burger-shop cooking experience REQUIRED. Previous experience as any of the following is highly relevant: Burger Chef | Lead Burger Cook | Grill Cook | Lead Cook | Kitchen Lead | Kitchen Supervisor | Senior Line Cook | Head Cook Applicants who have worked for established burger restaurants, smash-burger concepts, fast-casual burger restaurants, or high-volume quick-service burger operations are strongly encouraged to apply. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS LEAD POSITION IF: • You have never professionally cooked burgers in a restaurant, • Your experience is primarily home cooking, • You have only limited restaurant cooking experience, • You have never operated a commercial flat-top griddle, • You have never worked a high-volume burger station, • You are not comfortable training and directing other cooks, • You are looking for an entry-level cooking position We respect all types of kitchen experience, but this particular position requires an experienced burger-shop professional. WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR We want someone who can walk into a professional burger kitchen and already understand: Seasoning → Prep → Griddle → Fryer → Breading → Sauce → Assembly → Timing → Consistency → Cleanliness → Leadership You should be able to look at a burger or fried chicken product and recognize whether it has been seasoned, cooked, assembled and presented correctly. Most importantly, you should understand consistency — every customer should receive the same high-quality product regardless of which cook is working the station. IDEAL CANDIDATE You are: • Highly experienced in burger restaurants, • Dependable and punctual, • Fast during high-volume service, • Clean and organized, • Quality-focused, • Food-safety conscious, • Comfortable leading other cooks, • Comfortable training employees, • A clear communicator, • Calm under pressure, • Serious about consistency, • Interested in growing with a new restaurant concept LOCATION Queens, New York The exact restaurant location and business details will be shared with qualified candidates during the interview process. Applicants must be able to reliably commute to Queens. HOW TO APPLY Please submit your résumé and clearly describe your burger-restaurant experience. Please answer: 1. How many years have you worked specifically in burger restaurants?, 2. Which burger restaurants have you worked for?, 3. What positions did you hold?, 4. Do you have professional smash-burger experience?, 5. Have you worked extensively on a commercial flat-top griddle?, 6. Do you have experience seasoning and preparing burger patties?, 7. Do you have experience preparing restaurant burger sauces or mayonnaise-based sauces?, 8. Do you have experience marinating and breading chicken?, 9. Do you have professional commercial-fryer experience?, 10. Have you trained or supervised other cooks?, 11. Are you comfortable being responsible for kitchen consistency and food quality?, 12. What is your current availability? IMPORTANT Candidates with 3–5+ years of strong, direct burger-shop cooking experience will receive first priority. If you have spent several years working hands-on in a successful burger restaurant and are ready to step into a leadership position, we strongly encourage you to apply. We are looking for one experienced burger professional who can help establish and maintain the cooking standards for our entire kitchen team.

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  • Team Member
    Team Member
    3 days ago
    $16.5–$18.5 hourly
    Part-time
    Garden City

    • At NAYA, we're on an exciting journey - growing fast, sharing authentic, fresh and nutritious Middle Eastern flavors, and building a team that grows right along with us., • We are looking for experienced, passionate Team Members to grow with us!, • At NAYA, your development is our priority — we train, mentor, and promote from within because we believe our people are the heart of our success. If you're a natural leader who loves great food, thrives in a team environment, and is excited to build your future with a brand on the rise, we want to meet you!, • If you're ready to lead with heart, inspire others, and be part of something bigger, NAYA is the place to make it happen., • Reports to: General Manager, • You will love working at NAYA, • We believe great people deserve great rewards. NAYA offers a comprehensive and people-focused benefits package designed to support you at work and beyond, including:, • Competitive pay to recognize your impact, • Medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you healthy and thriving, • Commuter benefits to make life easier, • Employee discounts and free NAYA meals — because we believe in enjoying what we serve, • Growth opportunities at every level — we invest in developing leaders from within, • More on the way!, • At NAYA, you'll find more than a job — you'll find a community that values you, supports your goals, and celebrates your success., • ++How You'll Impact++, • The Team Member plays a key role in NAYA's restaurant operations, trained to work across all stations, from front-of-house service to back-of-house preparation. Team Members provide outstanding customer service while ensuring store standards of cleanliness, organization, and quality. Responsibilities include preparing food, working on the service line, cooking on the grill, and setting up and stocking stations. Team Members collaborate with the team to prepare menu items and maintain a smooth, efficient service experience., • ++What You'll Do++, • Food Preparation & Production, • Prepare daily production items in cooperation with kitchen staff., • Ensure food products are prepped correctly, following recipes and Naya's standards., • Follow recipes and portion control standards to maintain consistency and quality., • Wash dishes and tools used during food prep., • Minimize waste and assist with inventory counts., • Kitchen Organization & Maintenance, • Receive, disinfect, store, and organize deliveries following FIFO and best storage practices., • Maintain proper storage temperatures and rotation procedures per DOH regulations., • Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, tools, and workstations thoroughly and on schedule., • Keep floors in work areas clean, dry, and free of debris., • Ensure a sanitary, clean, and safe kitchen environment, maintaining all equipment and utensils., • Customer Service, • Provide timely and courteous service to guests in alignment with Naya's policies and procedures. * Display thorough knowledge of menu items, including beverages, and adhere to legal alcohol service requirements., • Greet guests, take orders, and expedite as needed, ensuring accuracy and satisfaction., • Ring orders into the POS system accurately and collect payments., • Assist customers with making change, as applicable., • Follow cash handling procedures, turning in accurate amounts daily., • Front-of-House & Station Management, • Maintain a clean, stocked, and organized workstation at the start of each shift., • Stock cashier stations with necessary items, including paper goods and ice water., • Change trash bags, wipe tables, and counters, and pack sauce sides and pita bread., • Turn on displays and play music as part of daily setup., • Follow the proper cash handling procedures and rings up items correctly, • Complete all side work and cleaning tasks to Naya's standards, including setting up sanitizing pails., • Teamwork & Communication, • Support and assist team members as needed., • Communicate issues and ideas to the Chef or Director of Operations., • Participate in training and development of new employees to uphold Naya's service standards., • Compliance & Professionalism, • Adhere to sanitation standards and company policies on scheduling, clocking in/out, uniforms, and grooming., • Attend company meetings and training sessions as required., • Exhibit a friendly, positive, and helpful attitude at all times., • Carry out additional duties as assigned by management., • ++Who You Are++, • 1+ year experience as a restaurant team member at similar caliber concept, • The ability to lift at least 50 pounds on a regular basis., • The ability to bend, stoop, stand and perform extensive walking for 8-10 hours a day., • Excellent communicator in written and verbal formats., • Communicates information effectively and efficiently., • Completed the Train the Trainer course., • Maintain a friendly, helpful and positive attitude always., • Polished personal presentation; grooming meets Naya standards, as outlined by Employee Handbook, • The ability to withstand exposure to high volume of business and the movement, noise and temperature extremes associated with a busy restaurant., • Ability to perform essential job functions under pressure, maintain professionalism when working under stress., • Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays, and variable schedule, per the needs of the business., • Attends mandatory meetings., • Adherence to company, state, and county sanitation standards., • Strict adherence to posted schedule and clock in/out at times.

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  • Line Cook – Hotel Restaurant
    Line Cook – Hotel Restaurant
    19 days ago
    $21–$23 hourly
    Part-time
    Flushing, Queens

    We are looking for a skilled, reliable, and passionate Line Cook to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate takes pride in preparing high-quality food, thrives in a fast-paced kitchen, and is committed to consistency, cleanliness, and teamwork. This position prepares breakfast, lunch, dinner, banquet, and room service menu items while maintaining Hilton standards for quality and guest satisfaction. Responsibilities • Prepare and cook menu items according to standardized recipes and presentation standards, • Set up and stock stations with all necessary ingredients and supplies, • Maintain proper food handling, storage, and HACCP procedures, • Ensure food quality, consistency, and timely service, • Keep workstations clean, organized, and fully stocked throughout the shift, • Assist with prep work, inventory, and receiving deliveries, • Communicate effectively with chefs and fellow team members, • Follow all health, safety, and sanitation regulations, • Assist with banquet and special event production as needed Qualifications • Minimum 1–2 years of line cook experience (hotel experience preferred), • Experience with breakfast, sauté, grill, pantry, or banquet production is a plus, • Ability to multitask in a high-volume kitchen, • Strong knife skills and understanding of basic cooking techniques, • Reliable, punctual, and a team player, • Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds, • Flexible schedule, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays We Offer • Competitive hourly pay, • Paid training, • Opportunities for career advancement, • Employee meals during shifts, • Professional and supportive work environment, • Full-time and part-time opportunities, • Benefits available for eligible employees Join our team and help deliver exceptional dining experiences to hotel guests every day. Español Cocinero de Línea Ubicación: Hilton Garden Inn – Flushing, Queens, NY Estamos buscando un Cocinero de Línea responsable, con experiencia y pasión por la cocina para unirse a nuestro equipo culinario. El candidato ideal prepara alimentos de alta calidad, trabaja bien bajo presión y mantiene altos estándares de limpieza, organización y trabajo en equipo. Este puesto prepara alimentos para desayuno, almuerzo, cena, banquetes y servicio a la habitación, manteniendo los estándares de calidad y hospitalidad de Hilton. Responsabilidades • Preparar y cocinar platillos siguiendo recetas estandarizadas, • Organizar y abastecer su estación de trabajo antes del servicio, • Cumplir con las normas de manipulación de alimentos, HACCP y saneamiento, • Garantizar calidad, consistencia y rapidez en cada platillo, • Mantener limpia y organizada su estación durante todo el turno, • Ayudar con la preparación de alimentos, inventarios y recepción de mercancía, • Trabajar en coordinación con el Chef y el resto del equipo de cocina, • Cumplir con todas las normas de salud y seguridad, • Apoyar en eventos, banquetes y funciones especiales cuando sea necesario Requisitos • Mínimo de 1 a 2 años de experiencia como cocinero de línea (experiencia en hoteles es una ventaja), • Experiencia en desayuno, parrilla, salteados, cocina fría o banquetes es deseable, • Capacidad para trabajar en un ambiente de alto volumen, • Buen manejo de cuchillos y técnicas básicas de cocina, • Persona responsable, puntual y con excelente actitud de trabajo en equipo, • Capacidad para permanecer de pie durante largos períodos y levantar hasta 50 libras, • Disponibilidad para trabajar mañanas, tardes, fines de semana y días festivos Ofrecemos • Salario competitivo, • Capacitación pagada, • Oportunidades reales de crecimiento profesional, • Comidas durante el turno, • Excelente ambiente de trabajo, • Posiciones de tiempo completo y medio tiempo, • Beneficios para empleados elegibles ¡Únete a nuestro equipo y ayuda a crear experiencias gastronómicas excepcionales para nuestros huéspedes todos los días!

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  • Team Member
    Team Member
    3 days ago
    $17–$19 hourly
    Part-time
    New Hyde Park

    Summary At NAYA, we're on an exciting journey - growing fast, sharing authentic, fresh and nutritious Middle Eastern flavors, and building a team that grows right along with us. We are looking for experienced, passionate Team Members to grow with us! At NAYA, your development is our priority — we train, mentor, and promote from within because we believe our people are the heart of our success. If you're a natural leader who loves great food, thrives in a team environment, and is excited to build your future with a brand on the rise, we want to meet you! If you're ready to lead with heart, inspire others, and be part of something bigger, NAYA is the place to make it happen. Reports to: General Manager You will love working at NAYA We believe great people deserve great rewards. NAYA offers a comprehensive and people-focused benefits package designed to support you at work and beyond, including: • Competitive pay to recognize your impact, • Medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you healthy and thriving, • Commuter benefits to make life easier, • Employee discounts and free NAYA meals — because we believe in enjoying what we serve, • Growth opportunities at every level — we invest in developing leaders from within, • More on the way! At NAYA, you'll find more than a job — you'll find a community that values you, supports your goals, and celebrates your success. How You'll Impact The Team Member plays a key role in NAYA's restaurant operations, trained to work across all stations, from front-of-house service to back-of-house preparation. Team Members provide outstanding customer service while ensuring store standards of cleanliness, organization, and quality. Responsibilities include preparing food, working on the service line, cooking on the grill, and setting up and stocking stations. Team Members collaborate with the team to prepare menu items and maintain a smooth, efficient service experience. What You'll Do Food Preparation & Production • Prepare daily production items in cooperation with kitchen staff., • Ensure food products are prepped correctly, following recipes and Naya's standards., • Follow recipes and portion control standards to maintain consistency and quality., • Wash dishes and tools used during food prep., • Minimize waste and assist with inventory counts. Kitchen Organization & Maintenance • Receive, disinfect, store, and organize deliveries following FIFO and best storage practices., • Maintain proper storage temperatures and rotation procedures per DOH regulations., • Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, tools, and workstations thoroughly and on schedule., • Keep floors in work areas clean, dry, and free of debris., • Ensure a sanitary, clean, and safe kitchen environment, maintaining all equipment and utensils. Customer Service • Provide timely and courteous service to guests in alignment with Naya's policies and procedures. * Display thorough knowledge of menu items, including beverages, and adhere to legal alcohol service requirements., • Greet guests, take orders, and expedite as needed, ensuring accuracy and satisfaction., • Ring orders into the POS system accurately and collect payments., • Assist customers with making change, as applicable., • Follow cash handling procedures, turning in accurate amounts daily. Front-of-House & Station Management • Maintain a clean, stocked, and organized workstation at the start of each shift., • Stock cashier stations with necessary items, including paper goods and ice water., • Change trash bags, wipe tables, and counters, and pack sauce sides and pita bread., • Turn on displays and play music as part of daily setup., • Follow the proper cash handling procedures and rings up items correctly, • Complete all side work and cleaning tasks to Naya's standards, including setting up sanitizing pails. Teamwork & Communication • Support and assist team members as needed., • Communicate issues and ideas to the Chef or Director of Operations., • Participate in training and development of new employees to uphold Naya's service standards. Compliance & Professionalism • Adhere to sanitation standards and company policies on scheduling, clocking in/out, uniforms, and grooming., • Attend company meetings and training sessions as required., • Exhibit a friendly, positive, and helpful attitude at all times., • Carry out additional duties as assigned by management. Who You Are • 1+ year experience as a restaurant team member at similar caliber concept, • The ability to lift at least 50 pounds on a regular basis., • The ability to bend, stoop, stand and perform extensive walking for 8 to 10 hours a day., • Excellent communicator in written and verbal formats., • Communicates information effectively and efficiently., • Completed the Train the Trainer course., • Maintain a friendly, helpful and positive attitude always., • Polished personal presentation; grooming meets Naya standards, as outlined by Employee Handbook, • The ability to withstand exposure to high volume of business and the movement, noise and temperature extremes associated with a busy restaurant., • Ability to perform essential job functions under pressure, maintain professionalism when working under stress., • Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays, and variable schedule, per the needs of the business., • Attends mandatory meetings., • Adherence to company, state, and county sanitation standards., • Strict adherence to posted schedule and clock in/out at times., • Perform all other related and compatible duties as assigned by the Management Team.

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  • Sous Chef
    Sous Chef
    19 days ago
    $70000–$85000 yearly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Opening Sous Chef JB Eatery — West Village, New York City $70,000–$80,000 per year, based on experience JB Eatery is a new 55-seat neighborhood bistro opening in the West Village. Our cooking is rooted in modern French technique with Asian influences—seasonal, ingredient-driven, and focused on thoughtful sourcing, strong execution, and consistency. We are looking for a driven, hands-on Opening Sous Chef who wants to help build a restaurant from the beginning, rather than simply step into a system that has already been created. You will work closely with the Executive Chef and ownership team to develop kitchen systems, organize prep and service, train the opening team, execute the menu, and establish clear standards for quality, cleanliness, communication, and accountability. This is a hands-on culinary leadership position. The ideal candidate is comfortable leading from the line, working multiple stations when necessary, staying calm under pressure, and helping build a respectful kitchen culture based on discipline, teamwork, and pride in the food. Responsibilities • Help develop opening procedures, kitchen SOPs, prep systems, station organization, and service standards, • Lead daily prep and service alongside the culinary team, • Work sauté, grill, garde manger, prep, expo, and other stations when needed, • Train, coach, and support cooks, • Maintain consistent food quality, presentation, seasoning, portioning, and execution, • Ensure the kitchen remains clean, organized, properly stocked, and service-ready, • Assist with ordering, receiving, inventory, food-cost management, and waste control, • Support labor planning, prep efficiency, portion control, and daily production management, • Monitor product quality, storage, labeling, rotation, and food-safety procedures, • Help maintain accurate prep lists, inventory records, waste logs, and station checklists, • Communicate clearly with the Executive Chef, ownership team, and front-of-house leadership, • Take ownership of kitchen operations when the Executive Chef is away, • Help establish a serious, respectful, accountable, and team-oriented kitchen culture Qualifications • At least one year of experience in a culinary leadership role, such as Sous Chef, Junior Sous Chef, Kitchen Manager, or Lead Line Cook, • Strong professional cooking experience in a quality-driven, full-service restaurant, • Comfortable working and leading across multiple kitchen stations, • Basic understanding of food cost, labor control, waste tracking, portion control, and prep efficiency, • Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, proper storage, and kitchen cleanliness, • Current ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification, or equivalent food-safety certification, preferred, • Organized, dependable, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities, • Able to lead with clarity, accountability, and respect, without ego or unnecessary drama, • Strong communication and problem-solving skills, • Comfortable working in a fast-paced opening environment, • Curious, ambitious, and interested in growing with a new restaurant, • Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required, • Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, including frequently lifting up to 25 pounds and occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation Experience with French technique, Asian ingredients, inventory systems, menu development, or restaurant openings is preferred but not required. We care more about attitude, standards, leadership, consistency, and willingness to learn than having a perfect résumé. Schedule This is a full-time salaried position, generally scheduled over five days per week. Flexibility will be required during the opening and training period, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Compensation and Benefits • Dental and vision insurance options, • Paid time off, • Staff meal during each full shift, • Employee dining discount, • Predictable five-day scheduling whenever operationally possible, • Performance and compensation review after six months, • Opportunities for professional development and advancement JB Eatery is being built with a long-term vision. Our goal is to establish a strong first restaurant and grow thoughtfully from there. For the right person, this position can develop into a larger culinary leadership role, including opportunities to support future openings, train new teams, participate in menu development, and take on greater operational responsibility. To apply, please submit your résumé and a brief introduction explaining why you are interested in joining an opening restaurant.

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  • Team Member
    Team Member
    5 days ago
    $17 hourly
    Part-time
    Holbrook

    Summary At NAYA, we're on an exciting journey - growing fast, sharing authentic, fresh and nutritious Middle Eastern flavors, and building a team that grows right along with us. We are looking for experienced, passionate Team Members to grow with us! At NAYA, your development is our priority — we train, mentor, and promote from within because we believe our people are the heart of our success. If you're a natural leader who loves great food, thrives in a team environment, and is excited to build your future with a brand on the rise, we want to meet you! If you're ready to lead with heart, inspire others, and be part of something bigger, NAYA is the place to make it happen. Reports to: General Manager You will love working at NAYA We believe great people deserve great rewards. NAYA offers a comprehensive and people-focused benefits package designed to support you at work and beyond, including: • Competitive pay to recognize your impact, • Medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you healthy and thriving, • Commuter benefits to make life easier, • Employee discounts and free NAYA meals — because we believe in enjoying what we serve, • Growth opportunities at every level — we invest in developing leaders from within, • More on the way! At NAYA, you'll find more than a job — you'll find a community that values you, supports your goals, and celebrates your success. How You'll Impact The Team Member plays a key role in NAYA's restaurant operations, trained to work across all stations, from front-of-house service to back-of-house preparation. Team Members provide outstanding customer service while ensuring store standards of cleanliness, organization, and quality. Responsibilities include preparing food, working on the service line, cooking on the grill, and setting up and stocking stations. Team Members collaborate with the team to prepare menu items and maintain a smooth, efficient service experience. What You'll Do Food Preparation & Production • Prepare daily production items in cooperation with kitchen staff., • Ensure food products are prepped correctly, following recipes and Naya's standards., • Follow recipes and portion control standards to maintain consistency and quality., • Wash dishes and tools used during food prep., • Minimize waste and assist with inventory counts. Kitchen Organization & Maintenance • Receive, disinfect, store, and organize deliveries following FIFO and best storage practices., • Maintain proper storage temperatures and rotation procedures per DOH regulations., • Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, tools, and workstations thoroughly and on schedule., • Keep floors in work areas clean, dry, and free of debris., • Ensure a sanitary, clean, and safe kitchen environment, maintaining all equipment and utensils. Customer Service • Provide timely and courteous service to guests in alignment with Naya's policies and procedures. * Display thorough knowledge of menu items, including beverages, and adhere to legal alcohol service requirements., • Greet guests, take orders, and expedite as needed, ensuring accuracy and satisfaction., • Ring orders into the POS system accurately and collect payments., • Assist customers with making change, as applicable., • Follow cash handling procedures, turning in accurate amounts daily. Front-of-House & Station Management • Maintain a clean, stocked, and organized workstation at the start of each shift., • Stock cashier stations with necessary items, including paper goods and ice water., • Change trash bags, wipe tables, and counters, and pack sauce sides and pita bread., • Turn on displays and play music as part of daily setup., • Follow the proper cash handling procedures and rings up items correctly, • Complete all side work and cleaning tasks to Naya's standards, including setting up sanitizing pails. Teamwork & Communication • Support and assist team members as needed., • Communicate issues and ideas to the Chef or Director of Operations., • Participate in training and development of new employees to uphold Naya's service standards. Compliance & Professionalism • Adhere to sanitation standards and company policies on scheduling, clocking in/out, uniforms, and grooming., • Attend company meetings and training sessions as required., • Exhibit a friendly, positive, and helpful attitude at all times., • Carry out additional duties as assigned by management. Who You Are • 1+ year experience as a restaurant team member at similar caliber concept, • The ability to lift at least 50 pounds on a regular basis., • The ability to bend, stoop, stand and perform extensive walking for 8 to 10 hours a day., • Excellent communicator in written and verbal formats., • Communicates information effectively and efficiently., • Completed the Train the Trainer course., • Maintain a friendly, helpful and positive attitude always., • Polished personal presentation; grooming meets Naya standards, as outlined by Employee Handbook, • The ability to withstand exposure to high volume of business and the movement, noise and temperature extremes associated with a busy restaurant., • Ability to perform essential job functions under pressure, maintain professionalism when working under stress., • Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays, and variable schedule, per the needs of the business., • Attends mandatory meetings., • Adherence to company, state, and county sanitation standards., • Strict adherence to posted schedule and clock in/out at times., • Perform all other related and compatible duties as assigned by the Management Team.

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  • Team Member
    Team Member
    6 days ago
    $16.5–$18.5 hourly
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    • At NAYA, we're on an exciting journey - growing fast, sharing authentic, fresh and nutritious Middle Eastern flavors, and building a team that grows right along with us., • We are looking for experienced, passionate Team Members to grow with us!, • At NAYA, your development is our priority — we train, mentor, and promote from within because we believe our people are the heart of our success. If you're a natural leader who loves great food, thrives in a team environment, and is excited to build your future with a brand on the rise, we want to meet you!, • If you're ready to lead with heart, inspire others, and be part of something bigger, NAYA is the place to make it happen., • Reports to: General Manager, • You will love working at NAYA, • We believe great people deserve great rewards. NAYA offers a comprehensive and people-focused benefits package designed to support you at work and beyond, including:, • Competitive pay to recognize your impact, • Medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you healthy and thriving, • Commuter benefits to make life easier, • Employee discounts and free NAYA meals — because we believe in enjoying what we serve, • Growth opportunities at every level — we invest in developing leaders from within, • More on the way!, • At NAYA, you'll find more than a job — you'll find a community that values you, supports your goals, and celebrates your success., • ++How You'll Impact++, • The Team Member plays a key role in NAYA's restaurant operations, trained to work across all stations, from front-of-house service to back-of-house preparation. Team Members provide outstanding customer service while ensuring store standards of cleanliness, organization, and quality. Responsibilities include preparing food, working on the service line, cooking on the grill, and setting up and stocking stations. Team Members collaborate with the team to prepare menu items and maintain a smooth, efficient service experience., • ++What You'll Do++, • Food Preparation & Production, • Prepare daily production items in cooperation with kitchen staff., • Ensure food products are prepped correctly, following recipes and Naya's standards., • Follow recipes and portion control standards to maintain consistency and quality., • Wash dishes and tools used during food prep., • Minimize waste and assist with inventory counts., • Kitchen Organization & Maintenance, • Receive, disinfect, store, and organize deliveries following FIFO and best storage practices., • Maintain proper storage temperatures and rotation procedures per DOH regulations., • Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, tools, and workstations thoroughly and on schedule., • Keep floors in work areas clean, dry, and free of debris., • Ensure a sanitary, clean, and safe kitchen environment, maintaining all equipment and utensils., • Customer Service, • Provide timely and courteous service to guests in alignment with Naya's policies and procedures. * Display thorough knowledge of menu items, including beverages, and adhere to legal alcohol service requirements., • Greet guests, take orders, and expedite as needed, ensuring accuracy and satisfaction., • Ring orders into the POS system accurately and collect payments., • Assist customers with making change, as applicable., • Follow cash handling procedures, turning in accurate amounts daily., • Front-of-House & Station Management, • Maintain a clean, stocked, and organized workstation at the start of each shift., • Stock cashier stations with necessary items, including paper goods and ice water., • Change trash bags, wipe tables, and counters, and pack sauce sides and pita bread., • Turn on displays and play music as part of daily setup., • Follow the proper cash handling procedures and rings up items correctly, • Complete all side work and cleaning tasks to Naya's standards, including setting up sanitizing pails., • Teamwork & Communication, • Support and assist team members as needed., • Communicate issues and ideas to the Chef or Director of Operations., • Participate in training and development of new employees to uphold Naya's service standards., • Compliance & Professionalism, • Adhere to sanitation standards and company policies on scheduling, clocking in/out, uniforms, and grooming., • Attend company meetings and training sessions as required., • Exhibit a friendly, positive, and helpful attitude at all times., • Carry out additional duties as assigned by management., • ++Who You Are++, • 1+ year experience as a restaurant team member at similar caliber concept, • The ability to lift at least 50 pounds on a regular basis., • The ability to bend, stoop, stand and perform extensive walking for 8-10 hours a day., • Excellent communicator in written and verbal formats., • Communicates information effectively and efficiently., • Completed the Train the Trainer course., • Maintain a friendly, helpful and positive attitude always., • Polished personal presentation; grooming meets Naya standards, as outlined by Employee Handbook, • The ability to withstand exposure to high volume of business and the movement, noise and temperature extremes associated with a busy restaurant., • Ability to perform essential job functions under pressure, maintain professionalism when working under stress., • Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays, and variable schedule, per the needs of the business., • Attends mandatory meetings., • Adherence to company, state, and county sanitation standards., • Strict adherence to posted schedule and clock in/out at times.

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