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  • Production & Admin Staff
    Production & Admin Staff
    1 month ago
    $20 hourly
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    We're a small beef jerky/kilishi company operating out of a commercial kitchen on Stanton Street in the Lower East Side. We are looking for a reliable and hard-working person to join our team in a production + administrative hybrid role. Location: Lower East Side (Stanton Street) Pay: $20/hr Schedule: Minimum 8 hours per week, with the potential for extended hours depending on weekly needs. The owner also runs additional businesses (including photobooth services and content creation), so qualified applicants may receive additional hours across those tasks as well. Production days are typically Tuesdays but can shift to any weekday. Job Responsibilities Production (Hands-On Work): • Preparing and processing beef jerky/kilishi, • Standing for extended periods (4–6+ hours), • General kitchen prep and cleanup Administrative & Customer Service Tasks: • Responding to emails, DMs, and client inquiries, • Handling basic customer service communication, • Simple computer and tech tasks, • Light marketing/social media support (a plus, not required) Additional Opportunities (Optional / As Needed): • Photobooth assistant work, • Content creation support, • Other flexible tasks connected to the owner’s businesses Requirements • Access to a car (strongly preferred), • Comfortable with physical work and long periods of standing, • Ability to lift 25–40 lbs, • Tech-savvy, organized, and reliable, • Good customer service communication, • Experience in food production or admin work is a plus but not required, • Marketing or social media skills are a bonus

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  • Barista
    Barista
    2 months ago
    $16.5–$17.5 hourly
    Full-time
    Bayside, Queens

    Full-Time Baristas & Dessert Team Members for shifts: · 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM Monday – Sunday— Join Our Growing Café Team! We are an independent café looking for a full-time barista who is passionate about coffee, desserts, and building something special. We're seeking someone who is reliable, detail-oriented, and excited to grow with us. Job Responsibilities: • Prepare coffee , matcha and variety drinks, • Assist in making desserts and light food prep, • Maintain and manage inventory, restocking supplies as needed, • Ensure the café is clean, tidy, and well-organized at all times, • Provide friendly, efficient customer service, • Work efficiently under pressure during busy hours, • Support daily operations and contribute to a positive team environment Requirements: • Previous barista or café experience preferred (training available for the right person), • Interest or experience in baking or dessert preparation, • Strong attention to detail and ability to stay organized, • Comfortable multitasking and working in a fast-paced environment, • Responsible, punctual, and able to work independently or in a team, • Ability to multitask and perform well in a fast-paced environment, • Motivated team members who want to grow and develop their skills, • Must be able to work weekends and holidays, • Speaking Chinese is a plus (not required) What We Offer: • Free lunch, • Opportunity to grow into a leadership role, • Employee discounts on drinks and food, • Friendly, supportive team and a chance to grow with the café, • Hands-on experience in both coffee and kitchen operations

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  • Banquet Manager / Maître D’
    Banquet Manager / Maître D’
    2 months ago
    $78000–$104000 yearly
    Full-time
    Flatlands, Brooklyn

    Well established catering hall in search of a full-time banquet manger. The position consists of a five-day work week, predominately administrative work throughout select weekdays and Maître d’ on weekends. The position requires a minimum five years of experience both in banquet sales and banquet Maître d. As a Banquet Manager you will be expected to: • Work with clients both pre-existing and new inquiries on a daily basis (both in person and via phone/email), • Solicit new catering business through professional sales techniques, • Conduct initial tours of the venue with perspective clients and generate estimates in order to convert bookings, • Communicate with clients regarding their upcoming functions as their big day approaches, • Document and review all details of each customer engagement in order to maintain a thorough understanding of what the customer expects of us, • Manage both the planning process leading up to an event as well as the successful execution of that event, • Possess the ability to handle extremely high workloads at times, • Must possess the ability to navigate unforeseeable circumstances that may arise with clients and arrive at a conclusion that is satisfactory to both parties, • Must appreciate that we only have one opportunity to deliver the event of someone’s dreams, • Oversee porter and maintenance staff throughout the week to ensure the venue is well kept and an “A” grade is always maintained with the DOH, • Oversight of purveyor deliveries to ensure accuracy and quality, • Interview potential new hires and assist with on-boarding As a Maître D’ you will be expected to: • Ensure that all contract details and particulars are in place prior to event set up, • Effectively coordinate with event staff, back of house, kitchen staff, and outside vendors to ensure all proper aspects are in place, • Use independent judgement in keeping with the venue’s standard practices to effectively coordinate an event, • Lead an event team to successfully accomplish the tasks at hand, • Work with clients and guests to identify their needs to ensure customer satisfaction, • Accept responsibility for all aspects that are within your oversight Requirements: • NYC DOH Food Protection Certificate, • Minimum 2 years Sales experience, • Minimum 2 years Managerial experience, • Minimum 2 years Maître D experience, • Associates Degree, • Must be well spoken in English, • Maintain a high level of professional attire and grooming, • Must be punctual, neat, and organized, • Ability to multitask while remaining meticulous, • Ability to communicate amongst the team and convey information effectively, • Knowledge of customer service, • Knowledge of the food and beverage industry, • Must consistently maintain a positive, energetic, and professional attitude when dealing with staff and customers, • Must know how to lead and manage others in order to help them achieve their full potential

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  • Front Counter Server
    Front Counter Server
    2 months ago
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    A front counter server typically works in a fast-paced food service environment, such as a restaurant, coffee shop, or fast food establishment. Their main responsibilities include: Greeting Customers: Welcoming customers as they arrive, taking their orders, and providing them with menus if applicable. Order Taking: Accurately taking food and drink orders from customers either in person or over the phone. Processing Payments: Handling cash, credit/debit cards, or other forms of payment and providing change or receipts. Serving Food and Beverages: Delivering prepared food and drinks to customers in a timely manner, ensuring it’s presented well and as ordered. Maintaining Cleanliness: Keeping the front counter area clean, organized, and well-stocked with necessary items (napkins, utensils, condiments, etc.). Customer Assistance: Addressing customer questions, special requests, or concerns, and ensuring overall satisfaction with the service. Coordinating with Kitchen Staff: Communicating orders to kitchen staff and ensuring correct preparation and timely delivery of meals. Handling Customer Complaints: Managing minor complaints or issues professionally, and escalating more significant concerns to a manager. Stocking Supplies: Replenishing front counter supplies like napkins, cups, straws, condiments, or baked goods as needed. The role requires excellent communication, multitasking abilities, and a friendly, customer-focused attitude. Depending on the establishment, some front counter servers may also be asked to help with food preparation or assist with other tasks when needed.

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  • Cashier and Expo
    Cashier and Expo
    2 months ago
    $17–$19 hourly
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Job Title: FOH Team Member - Expo, Cashier, or “Flex FOH” Location: New York City, NY Company: Brown Bag Sandwich Co. Brown Bag Sandwich Co. is the first chopped sandwich concept in NYC. We are looki for an organized individual to join our Front of House (FOH) team. You will be responsible for managing the smooth flow of sandwich orders from our kitchen to the customer. Whether you’re working as an Expo, Cashier, or Flex FOH, you will be responsible for managing the flow of orders, assisting the kitchen team, ensuring t quality of the food, and delivering excellent customer service. Key Responsibilities: ● Lead Sandwich Order Flow: ○ Oversee the sandwich-making process by instructing the kitchen sta on which sandwiches to make based on incoming orders (both in-house and online). You will be supported by our Kitchen Display Screen to prioritize orders in real-time. ● Timing & Coordination: ○ Coordinate the timing of dropping batches of hot sandwiches or cold sandwiches when inventory is low on busy days. ● Wrap & Package Orders: ○ Carefully wrap sandwiches and assemble orders to ensure they are complete, visually appealing, and ready for service. Confirm that ea order is correctly prepared and packaged before hand-o ● Quality Control: ○ Inspect the final product of each sandwich before it leaves the kitchen ensure it meets our quality standards. Provide constructive feedback to kitchen sta if a sandwich requires improvement or adjustments. ● Customer Engagement: ○ Interact with customers in a friendly, engaging, and informative manner. Answer questions about our menu items, suggest sandwiches, and help create an overall positive customer experience. ● Flex to Cashier or Delivery Support: ○ Be flexible and ready to assist at the cash register, take payments, package sides and drinks as needed. Support the team by handing o orders to delivery drivers or customers directly. Qualification ● Previous experience in a fast-paced foodservice environment (Expo, Cashier, or similar roles) preferred. ● Strong communication skills with the ability to provide clear, concise instructions to kitchen sta. ● Ability to multitask and stay organized while managing the flow of order ● A keen eye for food quality and presentation, with the ability to give constructive feedback. ● Positive attitude and a passion for customer service. ● Must be able to stand for long periods and handle the physical demands of the role. ● Flexibility to work in dierent FOH roles as needed (Expo, Cashier, Delivery Support). What We Oer: ● Opportunity to be a part of a unique and innovative food concept in NYC. ● Friendly and supportive work environment. ● Competitive pay and potential for growth within the company. ● A chance to help shape the future of Brown Bag Sandwich Co. as we expand and evolve. ● Employee discount Pay: ● $17-19/hour ● Estimate of $100-$200 per week in tips

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