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  • Team Member
    Team Member
    1 day ago
    Full-time
    Long Island City, Queens

    Full Job Description 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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  • Host / Hostess
    Host / Hostess
    2 months ago
    $18–$22 hourly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Job Details L'Adresse NoMad is a modern American restaurant located in the heart of the NoMad district in New York City. We are looking for an experienced host who: Has excellent communication skills and a friendly personality. Is able to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere for our guests. Has at least one year host experience in a busy restaurant setting. Is ready to work in a dynamic environment and be part of a friendly team. What you'll do: Manage reservations and walk-ins to maximize covers. Ensure smooth service flow between server sections. Escort guests to their tables and communicate any special reservation notes to the service team. Handle inquiries about large party and private room reservations. We offer: Opportunities for professional growth and development in the hospitality industry. A friendly and supportive working atmosphere. Flexible work schedule. Free meals and coffee drinks. If you want to become part of our team and contribute to creating an unforgettable experience for our guests, feel free to send your application for the position. Compensation Details Compensation: Hourly ($18.00 - $22.00) plus tips Benefits & Perks: Dining Discounts Required Skills Ability to Create a Warm and Welcoming Atmosphere Customer Service Orientation Ability to Work Under Pressure Teamwork Team Collaboration Adaptability Attention to Detail Time Management Interpersonal Skills Problem Solving Skills Positive Attitude Conflict Resolution Professionalism Organizational Skills Multitasking Cultural Awareness Ability to Handle Stress Flexibility Ability to Create a Welcoming Environment Willingness to Learn Collaboration

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