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  • Porter
    Porter
    4 days ago
    $16–$18 hourly
    Part-time
    Greenwich

    maman is a french bakery, café and leading lifestyle brand founded in 2014 by owners elisa marshall benjamin sormonte, with locations across north america and canada. inspired by family traditions, and the highest quality ingredients, maman offers a selection of delicious baked goods {including their famous nutty chocolate chip cookie}, coffee, fresh breakfast, and lunch options spanning from hearty salads sandwiches to savory quiches. in addition to hosting intimate events, maman has partnered with leading brands for partnerships and activations. from baby showers and birthday parties to engagements, they're able to help celebrate customers make new beautiful memories. in september 2021, maman founders elisa marshall benjamin sormonte released the highly anticipated maman: the cookbook. We're looking for a porter to join our team! Our ideal candidate is passionate about food, beverages, and excellent customers service. You love cookies, are always ready to lend a helping hand to a colleague you don't take yourself too seriously. When you join our team, you'll be responsible for providing a friendly, helpful, and responsive level collaboration with the full BOH team. You will be based at any of the mamans. Is one particularly close to home? Let us know when you come in for an interview and we will do our best to accommodate! What you'll do: • Keep the kitchen/BOH space in pristine clean and organized shape, • Proactively anticipate rushes and wash the dishes accordingly, • Help replenish the cutlery and glass stations, • Help clear the bus-bins when full, • Occasionally assist the prep team during slow times, • Maintain safety standards while adhering to maman's policies and procedures, • Great communication with the BOH team What we're looking for: • Hospitality is your passion, you make a point of keeping up with the latest industry trends, • You make people feel good---your team and guests alike, • You work positively and collaboratively to achieve the highest standards of delivery, • You learn quickly, multi-tasking comes naturally to you, and you are able to adapt to maman's unique culture, • Work a flexible schedule that will include weekends, holidays, and special events, • If we get stuck in an elevator together, you'll crack a joke and we'll laugh along the way What's in it for you: • Training to get you settled into your role, learning opportunities to broaden your skill set that help you thrive at work, • Great opportunity to progress with maman, internal mobility and growth will be encouraged when possible Keep in mind that maman is growing and developing everyday. We all do a little bit of everything like to roll our sleeves up and get our hands dirty to help a colleague out. We are looking for awesome, hard-working people now that are all about creating the most memorable experience for every single maman customer. Thank you for your interest in maman and look forward to chatting with all of you cookie monsters!

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  • Shift Leader
    Shift Leader
    1 day ago
    $19–$24 hourly
    Full-time
    Darien

    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 Shift Leaders 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: • 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 Shift Leader is responsible for leading the team members in running an efficient operation, providing excellent customer service, assisting with day-to-day store operations, maintaining high store standards and conditions, and fostering a positive environment. ++What You'll Do++ Operational Excellence • Ensure store profitability by driving sales, controlling labor, and managing cost of goods., • Oversee preparation and service of all food and beverage items, ensuring they meet NAYA's recipes, portioning, and quality standards., • manage Daily shift schedules to ensure the proper clock in/out times and adjust schedules where appropriate based on the sales volumes., • Conduct ordering, monthly inventory, and control stock levels for food, equipment, and supplies., • Review and manage daily time punches to address any time clock issues., • Control cash and receipts through adherence to cash handling and reconciliation procedures., • Complete and submit administrative tasks promptly, including guest incidents, workers comp claims, manager checklists, cashier/deposit trackers and communication logs Leadership Team Development • Hire, train, coach, and evaluate team members in conjunction with the General Manager., • Lead by example with a guest-first mindset, fostering a positive and productive environment., • Conduct pre-shift meetings to communicate expectations, share guest feedback, and celebrate team successes., • Ensure staff compliance with labor laws, including FWW guidelines, and manage meal breaks., • Resolve conflicts and escalate issues as needed to the General Manager, • Model and uphold HR policies, ensuring team members have access to available resources., • Develop team members by training successors and delegating responsibilities. Guest Relations Community Engagement • Actively engage with guests, building relationships and addressing complaints with a solutions-focused approach., • Reacts to and assists with recovery actions or rewards to negative/positive online reviews to maintain NAYA's community reputation, • Promote NAYA's catering services and assist in taking orders as needed ., • Can execute all catering and third party orders with ease, understanding the importance of on time delivery., • Make eye contact, greet guests warmly, and ensure the team upholds these standards. Financial Administrative Responsibilities • Utilize financial reporting tools to monitor and manage sales, labor, and other key metrics., • Perform cash counting, banking/deposit tasks, and manage discounts and promotions., • Handle guest incidents and worker's compensation reports when necessary. Additional Skills Abilities • Has mastered kitchen operations, COGS and labor management, line service and throughput, • Handle delivery issues and third-party dispatches promptly and efficiently., • Ensure the store is opened and closed following NAYA's opening and closing procedures., • Serve as a strong role model, earning team respect and providing coaching as needed. ++Who You Are++ • 2+ years of related leadership experience at a similar caliber concept, • Strong written and verbal communication skills. Must be proficient in English (spoken and written) to perform essential job duties., • Adaptable in a fast-paced and challenging work environment, • Takes and gives direction well and is able to perform the essential job functions under pressure while maintaining professionalism, • Communicates information effectively and efficiently and approaches their work with a sense of ownership and works with a sense of urgency, • Exhibits strong time management and organizational skills, • Demonstrates positive leadership characteristics that inspires team members to meet and exceed standards, • Ability to utilize traditional software programs such as Gmail, Microsoft Office and any additional systems as needed, • Ability to access and accurately input information using a moderately complex computer system, • Able to work nights, weekends and holidays, and variable schedule, per the needs of the business, • Able to lift at least 50 pounds on a regular basis and bend, stoop, stand and perform extensive walking for 8-10 hours a day

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  • Baker
    Baker
    4 days ago
    $16–$20 hourly
    Part-time
    Greenwich

    maman is a cafe-bakery-kitchen-event-catering company founded in 2014 by owners Elisa Marshall and Benjamin Sormonte in soho nyc, focusing on homemade baked goods and comforting foods that bring them back to their own mothers' cooking and warmth of home. maman offers delicious food and beverage as well as aesthetically pleasing spaces covered in rustic charm, blue and white ceramics, custom designed cups, and plenty of bunnies and greenery. maman is many things in one but it all stems back to family and the strong family we create within our team. we aim to serve your daily coffee and lunch, cater your next major event, or host the most special occasions in your life. We're looking for a baker to join maman's commissary team! What you'll do: You will be working alongside the pastry production supervisor and two other bakers. • Bake and create in a specific station, • Learn the maman recipes, • Always keep the kitchen sparkling, no one likes working in a messy place!, • At maman everyone does a bit of everything. We all like to switch it up and help out with any position on the floor. We truly believe team work makes the dream work and don't have cookie cutter job descriptions What we're looking for: • You are an experienced back of house professional with a sweet tooth for cookies, • You have a knowledge of pastry and able to lift and move 50lbs, • You make people feel good, especially your team, • You work positively and collaboratively to achieve the highest standards of delivery, • You learn quickly and are able to adapt to maman's unique culture, • Flexible schedule that will include weekends, holidays, and special events, • If we get stuck in an elevator together, you'll crack a joke and we'll laugh along the way What's in it for you: • Great opportunity to progress with maman, internal mobility and growth will be encouraged when possible Keep in mind that maman is growing and developing everyday. We all do a little bit of everything like to roll our sleeves up and get our hands dirty to help a colleague out. We are looking for awesome, hard-working people that are all about creating the most memorable experience for every single maman customer.

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  • Team Member
    Team Member
    1 day ago
    $16.5–$18.5 hourly
    Part-time
    Darien

    • 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!, • 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:, • 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++, • 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., • 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., • 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., • 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., • 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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  • Sales Associate- Premier Retail Bakery
    Sales Associate- Premier Retail Bakery
    13 days ago
    $17 hourly
    Part-time
    Greenwich, Greenwich

    Join Our Award-Winning Bakery Team! By the Way Bakery is a high-end specialty bakery offering exceptional gluten-free, dairy-free, and kosher pareve treats that taste as good as – if not better than – traditional baked goods. With four successful locations and partnerships with Whole Foods and other high-end retailers, we're looking for a passionate Sales Associate. We're specifically seeking candidates with retail team supervision. No restaurant experience required. As a Sales Associate, you’ll be an essential part of our team, working hands-on with customers and teammates to ensure smooth daily operations. You’ll help deliver the outstanding service and premium quality we’re known for, all while contributing to a positive and professional store environment. We're looking for enthusiastic and engaging Counter Associates to join our team at our Greenwich CT Location (19 E Putnam Ave). Key Responsibilities Customer Experience Excellence • Provide friendly, knowledgeable service that reflects our premium brand, • Support teammates in learning customer service best practices, • Answer customer questions with enthusiasm and product knowledge Daily Operations • Follow all opening and closing procedures with care, • Help maintain health, safety, and company standards, • Keep the store clean, organized, and visually appealing Team Collaboration • Work closely with your team to create a positive, supportive environment, • Take pride in your role and contribute to a strong team culture, • Set a positive example through great service and attention to detail Inventory & Merchandising • Assist with receiving and restocking products from our kitchen and distributors, • Ensure products are fresh, well-stocked, and properly rotated, • Help create attractive displays that showcase our quality and drive sales What We're Looking For Experience & Skills • Prior experience in retail or customer-facing roles, • Comfortable multitasking in a fast-paced environment, • Strong communication and customer service skills, • Able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods, • A driver's license and a car are a plus Personal Qualities • Positive attitude and genuine care for customer satisfaction, • Team player who enjoys coaching and developing others, • Detail-oriented with high standards for cleanliness and quality, • Professional demeanor with pride in representing our brand Schedule & Commitment • Flexible position: 3- 5 shifts per week, including weekends, • This is not a seasonal position - we're seeking long-term team members (6+ months minimum) Training & Certifications • Food Allergens Course certification (completed within the first 30 days if not already obtained), • Comprehensive paid training provided on all procedures and products Availability to work weekends and holidays. Job Type: Part-time Salary: $17.00 per hour plus tips Shifts vary between morning (7 AM – 1 PM, sometimes earlier) and evening (1 PM – 7 PM). Sundays are required: 7 AM – 4 PM. Weekend availability is mandatory. Benefits: • 401(k), • Employee discount, • Flexible schedule, • Health insurance Ability to Commute: • Greenwich, CT 06830 (Required) Work Location: In-person

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