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  • Floor Manager
    Floor Manager
    26 days ago
    $30–$35 hourly
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Floor Manager (Part-Time to Full-Time) – Italian Restaurant, Financial District ($30–$35/hr)We're a longtime downtown family-owned Italian restaurant in the Financial District. It's a fast-paced, warm room serving weekday lunch, dinner, group dining and private events. We're looking for a polished, hands-on Floor Manager who thrives on a busy service and treats every guest like family.Schedule: 28–36 hours/week. Weekend and evening availability required.Pay: $30.00–$35.00 per hour, based on experience. Hourly, non-exempt (overtime paid when applicable).What you'll do: • Run the floor during service: open/close, assign sections, lead pre-shift, • Greet and look after guests; resolve issues with warmth and judgment, • Support and coach servers, bartenders, bussers and runners, • Work with the kitchen on pacing and communication, • Handle reservations, seating and group/event bookings on shift, • Manage end-of-shift cash out and reports in Toast, • Uphold NYC health and safety standards What we're looking for: • 2+ years of front-of-house supervisory experience in full-service dining, • Comfortable leading a high-volume, fast-paced floor, • Solid knowledge of Italian wine and cocktails, or eagerness to learn our program, • Toast POS experience a plus, • NYC Food Protection Certificate preferred (or willingness to obtain), • Calm under pressure, organized, guest-first, • Conversational Italian a plus, not required To apply: Reply with your résumé and a short note about why you'd be a great fit.We are an equal opportunity employer.

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  • Team Member
    Team Member
    28 days ago
    $17–$18 hourly
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Honeybrains – Team Member (Front of House & Back of House) Location: Midtown and Downtown Position Type: Part-Time About Honeybrains At Honeybrains, we believe food should make you feel as good as it tastes. Every item we serve is crafted to support focus, energy, and recovery—without ever compromising flavor. We’re building a team of high-performance individuals who care about people, quality, and consistency. Position Overview As a Team Member, you are the face and energy of Honeybrains. You will deliver exceptional hospitality, execute food with precision, and ensure every guest leaves feeling better than when they walked in. This is not just a job — it’s an opportunity to be part of a growing brand focused on health, performance, and excellence. Key Responsibilities Guest Experience • Deliver warm, genuine, and fast hospitality, • Guide guests through the menu with confidence and product knowledge, • Never end a conversation with “we don’t have that” — always offer a solution Food Execution • Prepare menu items with accuracy, speed, and consistency, • Follow all recipes and presentation standards, • Maintain cleanliness and organization of all stations Team & Culture • Work as a team to maintain a positive, high-energy environment, • Support teammates during peak hours, • Take pride in your work and the brand What We’re Looking For • Positive attitude and strong work ethic, • Attention to detail and ability to move with urgency, • Passion for food, health, and hospitality, • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment, • Team-first mindset, • Experience is a plus — attitude is everything. What You’ll Gain • Growth opportunities within a fast-scaling brand, • Hands-on training in hospitality and culinary operations, • A positive, supportive work environment, • Employee meals and perks, • Compensation, • Competitive hourly pay (based on experience), • Opportunities for advancement and performance-based growth Why Honeybrains • We’re not just serving food — we’re building a movement around better living., • If you want to be part of a team that values discipline, energy, and growth, this is where you belong.

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  • Back of House Team Member
    Back of House Team Member
    1 month ago
    $27–$30 hourly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    We are looking for a reliable, organized, and hardworking Back of House Team Member to help keep our kitchen and production operations running smoothly. You will play an important role in preparing ingredients, maintaining food quality and safety standards, keeping the BOH clean and organized, supporting soft-serve production, and ensuring the front-of-house team always has what they need to provide an excellent guest experience. This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys staying busy, working as part of a team, and taking pride in doing things the right way. RESPONSIBILITIES Food Preparation & Production Prepare ingredients, toppings, sauces, and other menu components according to established recipes and procedures Assist with daily soft-serve production and preparation Maintain consistency in recipes, portions, and presentation Follow all approved recipes and preparation procedures Properly label, date, store, and rotate food products Monitor ingredient levels and communicate low-stock items to management Assist with opening and closing BOH operations Food Safety & Sanitation Follow all NYC food safety and sanitation requirements Maintain proper food storage and temperature standards Follow allergen-control procedures Prevent cross-contact and cross-contamination Keep workstations, equipment, storage areas, and floors clean throughout the shift Complete required cleaning and sanitation tasks Properly wash, rinse, and sanitize dishes, utensils, equipment, and food-contact surfaces Follow daily, weekly, and deep-cleaning schedules Report food safety concerns, equipment issues, spills, pests, or maintenance problems immediately Inventory & Organization Receive and properly store deliveries Check deliveries for quality, quantity, and temperature when applicable Maintain an organized walk-in, refrigerator, freezer, dry storage, and prep areas Follow FIFO (First In, First Out) inventory rotation Assist with inventory counts and waste tracking Minimize food waste while maintaining quality and freshness Teamwork & Operations Communicate effectively with FOH and management Maintain a positive and respectful working environment Jump in wherever the team needs support Work efficiently during busy periods Follow all company SOPs and operational standards Help maintain a clean, organized, and professional kitchen at all times WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR Our ideal candidate is: Reliable and punctual Highly organized and detail-oriented Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment Comfortable standing and being active for extended periods Clean, responsible, and attentive to food safety A strong team player Able to follow recipes and procedures consistently Comfortable taking direction and receiving feedback Proactive and willing to jump in wherever needed Someone who takes pride in cleanliness and organization Friendly, respectful, and professional Excited to be part of a new business and help build something from the ground up Restaurant, café, bakery, food service, or kitchen experience is a plus, but we are willing to train the right person. QUALIFICATIONS Must be at least 18 years old Previous food service or kitchen experience preferred Food handler certification preferred or willingness to obtain as required Ability to safely lift and carry supplies and equipment as needed Ability to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled Strong communication and teamwork skills WHAT WE OFFER Opportunity to join a brand-new NYC concept from the beginning Positive, team-oriented work environment Hands-on training Opportunities for growth as the company grows Employee perks and product benefits Competitive hourly compensation A chance to have a meaningful role in building our culture and operations OUR CULTURE We care about people, product, cleanliness, consistency, and community. Every person on our team contributes to the experience we create. Whether you’re preparing ingredients in the kitchen, cleaning equipment, restocking toppings, or helping the FOH team during a rush, your work directly impacts our guests and our business. We are looking for people who show up, care about what they do, treat their teammates with respect, and want to be part of something bigger than simply working a shift.

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  • Counter Team Member
    Counter Team Member
    2 months ago
    $18 hourly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Counter Team Member / FOH Manager Assistant Join New York’s most highly rated gourmet burger restaurant! We are looking for a friendly, energetic, and customer-focused Counter Team Member to join our front-of-house team and assist our FOH Manager. Our restaurant is rated #1 in New York for gourmet burgers and consistently recognized among the top 5 burger restaurants in the United States. We take pride in serving exceptional food while creating a warm, welcoming experience for every guest. What We’re Looking For The ideal candidate is: • Friendly, outgoing, and genuinely enjoys interacting with guests, • Energetic, positive, and confident, • Has a great smile and welcoming personality, • Speaks English fluently, • Comfortable working in a fast-paced restaurant environment, • Reliable, punctual, and a strong team player, • Able to multitask and stay organized during busy service, • Professional and attentive to guest needs, • Available to work open availability, including weekends, • Has a Food Handler’s License, or is willing to obtain one Responsibilities • Welcome guests with a warm and positive attitude, • Take and accurately enter customer orders, • Pack food neatly and efficiently for dine-in and takeout orders, • Assist with maintaining a clean, organized, and welcoming counter area, • Support the FOH Manager with daily front-of-house operations, • Communicate effectively with kitchen and FOH team members, • Help ensure every guest receives excellent service, • Handle multiple tasks efficiently during busy periods, • Follow food safety and restaurant standards What We Offer This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to grow within a high-volume, quality-focused restaurant and learn from an experienced FOH management team.If you are energetic, personable, hardworking, and love making guests feel welcome, we’d love to meet you!Apply today and become part of a team representing one of New York’s most celebrated gourmet burger restaurants.

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