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  • Executive Chef
    Executive Chef
    20 days ago
    Full-time
    New Springville, Staten Island

    The ideal candidate will bring strong culinary skills, team leadership experience, and a passion for delivering consistently exceptional food 5+ years of leadership experience in a high-volume restaurant kitchen Proven experience as an Executive Chef or Sous Chef ready to step into an Executive role Strong understanding of food cost, labor management, and inventory systems Experience developing menus and leading culinary teams Ability to thrive in a fast-paced service environment Strong communication and leadership skills Passion for hospitality and delivering a memorable guest experience Experience: 5 years required Benefits Compensation: $80,000–$100,000 salary + performance incentives (based on experience) Competitive salary + incentives Opportunity to shape the culinary vision of an established restaurant Leadership role in a growing hospitality platform Creative freedom with a supportive ownership team Opportunity for long-term growth Salary: USD 80000 - 100000 per year Responsibilities This is a leadership opportunity for a chef who enjoys both creative development and operational excellence The Executive Chef will oversee all kitchen operations including menu development, food quality, staff leadership, cost management, and vendor relationships This role requires a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced restaurant environment and takes pride in building a strong, disciplined kitchen team Lead all day-to-day kitchen operations Develop and evolve seasonal menus while maintaining signature dishes Maintain high standards for food quality, consistency, and presentation Manage food cost, inventory, and ordering Recruit, train, and mentor kitchen staff Establish systems for prep, service execution, and quality control Maintain strict health, safety, and sanitation standards Collaborate with ownership and management on business strategy, events, and specials Oversee kitchen scheduling and labor management Build strong vendor relationships and ensure product quality Job description Executive Chef – Mexican Restaurant Location: Staten Island, NY Compensation: $80,000–$100,000 salary + performance incentives (based on experience) About Restaurant Well-established restaurant in Fishkill, NY entering an exciting new chapter under new ownership. Known for its vibrant cuisine, lively atmosphere, and strong local following, It is positioned to become one of the Hudson Valley’s most compelling dining destinations. We are looking for a talented and driven Executive Chef to lead our kitchen, elevate our culinary program, and help shape the next phase of the restaurant’s growth. This is a leadership opportunity for a chef who enjoys both creative development and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will bring strong culinary skills, team leadership experience, and a passion for delivering consistently exceptional food. Position Overview The Executive Chef will oversee all kitchen operations including menu development, food quality, staff leadership, cost management, and vendor relationships. This role requires a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced restaurant environment and takes pride in building a strong, disciplined kitchen team. Key Responsibilities • Lead all day-to-day kitchen operations, • Develop and evolve seasonal menus while maintaining signature dishes, • Maintain high standards for food quality, consistency, and presentation, • Manage food cost, inventory, and ordering, • Recruit, train, and mentor kitchen staff, • Establish systems for prep, service execution, and quality control, • Maintain strict health, safety, and sanitation standards, • Collaborate with ownership and management on business strategy, events, and specials, • Oversee kitchen scheduling and labor management, • Build strong vendor relationships and ensure product quality Qualifications • 5+ years of leadership experience in a high-volume restaurant kitchen, • Proven experience as an Executive Chef or Sous Chef ready to step into an Executive role, • Strong understanding of food cost, labor management, and inventory systems, • Experience developing menus and leading culinary teams, • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced service environment, • Strong communication and leadership skills, • Passion for hospitality and delivering a memorable guest experience Preferred • Spanish speaking strongly preferred, • Experience with Latin or globally inspired cuisine, • Experience opening or repositioning restaurant concepts, • Strong sourcing relationships with regional farms and suppliers What We Offer • Competitive salary + incentives, • Opportunity to shape the culinary vision of an established restaurant, • Leadership role in a growing hospitality platform, • Creative freedom with a supportive ownership team, • Opportunity for long-term growth If you are a motivated chef who wants to lead a kitchen, build a strong team, and create an exciting dining experience, we would love to hear from you. To Apply: Please send your resume and a brief introduction outlining your culinary background and leadership experience. Salary: USD 80000 - 100000 per year Experience: 5 years required

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  • General Manager – Cannabis Dispensary
    General Manager – Cannabis Dispensary
    27 days ago
    Full-time
    Eltingville, Staten Island

    The General Manager (GM) is responsible for overseeing all daily operations of the dispensary, ensuring compliance with state cannabis regulations, maximizing revenue, and delivering a premium customer experience. This role combines leadership, sales strategy, inventory control, and team development to drive profitability and brand growth. Key Responsibilities Operations Management • Oversee day-to-day dispensary operations (retail + delivery if applicable), • Ensure smooth opening/closing procedures and store readiness, • Maintain a high-end, organized, and compliant retail environment Sales & Revenue Growth • Drive daily, weekly, and monthly revenue targets, • Implement upselling strategies and optimize average cart size, • Execute promotions, product launches, and marketing campaigns, • Monitor KPIs (conversion rate, average order value, repeat customers) Team Leadership • Hire, train, and manage dispensary staff (budtenders, supervisors, delivery drivers), • Create schedules and manage labor costs efficiently, • Build a strong sales culture and accountability within the team, • Conduct performance reviews and coaching Compliance & Security • Ensure full compliance with state and local cannabis laws, • Maintain accurate reporting, ID verification, and transaction tracking, • Work with security teams to enforce safety protocols, • Prepare for inspections and audits Inventory & Vendor Management • Oversee inventory ordering, receiving, and reconciliation, • Prevent shrinkage and manage product lifecycle, • Build relationships with vendors and brands, • Optimize product mix based on sales data Customer Experience • Deliver a high-end, “Apple Store–level” dispensary experience, • Resolve customer issues professionally and efficiently, • Maintain strong brand reputation and customer loyalty Technology & Systems • Manage POS systems (e.g., Dutchie, Treez, etc.), • Utilize analytics tools to drive decision-making, • Oversee in-store tech (e.g., tablets, digital menus, Peak Beyond systems) Qualifications • 3–5+ years of retail management experience (cannabis preferred), • Strong understanding of cannabis products, strains, and compliance regulations, • Proven track record of hitting sales targets, • Experience managing teams (10+ employees preferred), • Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, • Experience with POS systems and inventory software Key Skills • Leadership & team building, • Sales strategy & revenue optimization, • Compliance & risk management, • Inventory control, • Customer experience excellence, • Data-driven decision making Success Metrics (KPIs) • Monthly revenue growth, • Average order value (AOV), • Customer retention rate, • Inventory accuracy & shrinkage, • Employee performance & retention

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