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About Blank Street At Blank Street, we're on a mission to become the defining food and beverage brand of our generation. From the very beginning, we've set out to add a spark to ordinary experiences through elevated products, attention-to-detail, and a commitment to making every moment memorable. We're motivated by the millions of customers we serve across cities, and know that our potential is unlimited. It all starts with our people and their commitment to make magic happen each and every day. Like the sound of this? Keep reading Add a Spark to the Ordinary... General Managersare central to the success of Blank Street and take full ownership of their four walls. They are accountable for training and developing all team members, leading by example on facilities, product quality, and customer experience, and maintaining strong operational standards through effective inventory and performance management. General Managers are also responsible for hiring great talent, driving business growth and continuous improvement, and may support light project work that contributes to the broader business and their own professional development. Who We're Looking For • Experience hiring, developing and managing hospitality teams, • Experience managing inventory and supply chain ordering, • Love for coffee and customer service, • Experience working in a unionized environment is a plus, • Strong knowledge of specialty coffee, espresso and equipment is a must, • Strong decision making and multi-taking skills, • Strong interpersonal communication skills What You'll Own • Create a motivating and engaging team culture by consistently celebrating, training, coaching, and mentoring your team., • Step in to cover scheduling gaps or time off in the store schedule, • Create and publish staff schedules according to state and local labor laws, • Review and approve timecards and paid time off requests in a timely manner ensuring your team is paid accurately and on time, • Recruit super star talent in collaboration with the People Team, • Oversee and validate the quality of training being executed by your Shift Leads, providing feedback and coaching where needed, • Ensure coffee accreditations are handled on time for new employees in line with company standards, • Work to maintain the very best team engagement scores, • Maintain food and beverage quality standards across your store and ensure recipes are executed accurately and consistently by your team, • Own all ordering, vendor relations, waste management, inventory counts and general compliance of our Inventory Management System, • Spend 50-70% of your week leading by example behind the bar through customer service and production of technically excellent food and beverage products, • Ensure the safety, cleanliness and presentation of your location in line with company policies, • Maintain operational excellence achieving company standard scores and above via our auditing platform, • Develop meaningful ties with neighborhood businesses and people to help grow local brand loyalty, • Be a champion of your store's financial performance and peak business throughput, • Grow your store AOV, meet sales goals through creative initiatives and gain team buy in to share the same vision, • Ensure your location meets operations and product quality audit standards, quickly action any feedback to improve Requirements • 4+ years of experience managing and leading single-store unit operations in high growth hospitality or consumer brands, • Full Time availability: 45 hours per week, 5 days of availability required and must be available to work 2 peak days (usually weekend days, weekend as described as Friday, Saturday, Sunday) Benefits \& Perks • Bonus program, • 15 days of paid annual leave (on top of company-observed holidays and sick time), • Three health plan options, with full coverage available for two employee-only tiers., • Commuter benefits, • Parental leave, • Bereavement leave, • Exclusive access to our coveted Regulars program -- yes, that means free coffee, matcha and more! ☕️, • Regular social outings with the team, • Free Blank Street swag

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 General Managers 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: Area Manager Salary: 65k - 90k 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 General Manager is responsible for inspiring, managing, developing, hiring and training the restaurant staff and management team. The GM is also accountable for meeting stated objectives in sales, costs, employee retention, guest service and satisfaction, food quality, cleanliness and sanitation. What You'll Do • Ensures, and is accountable for, the profitability of the store by growing sales and controlling labor, cost of goods and operating expenses., • Hires, trains, manages, coaches, counsels, and evaluates all team members in partnership with the Human Resources Business Partner., • Responsible for creating a culture of development in the restaurant., • Must be able to develop Shift Leaders into their role as well as develop them to be the future General Managers at NAYA., • Achieves NAYA's objectives in sales, service, quality, cleanliness, and restaurant appearance through staff training and creating a positive and productive environment, • Ensures that all food and beverage items are prepared and served in a timely manner and according to NAYA's recipes, portioning, cooking, and serving standards, • Creates and approves the weekly schedule and ensures proper staffing levels per business needs while meeting labor targets and FWW compliance., • Actively builds and maintains the reputation of NAYA in the community, including monitoring online reviews, taking necessary recovery and recognition activity with the guests and team members, • Controls inventories of food, equipment, smallware, and report issues as necessary, • Conducts ordering and monthly inventory, • Reviews daily time punches for accuracy; addresses time clock abuse (clocking in early or late) via coaching and/or documentation, • Submits weekly payroll for approval, • Controls cash and other receipts by adhering to cash handling and reconciliation procedures in accordance with restaurant policies and procedures, • Utilizes daily, weekly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting tools, • Ensures all administrative tasks are complete in a timely manner, like weekly payroll, accident and injury reporting etc., • Supports any marketing initiatives and promotions. Who You Are • 5+ years of restaurant management/leadership operations experience, • Strong leadership, analytical and problem-solving skills, • Superior interpersonal skills and ability to earn trust and respect from colleagues and staff, • Exceptional financial acumen, • Thrives in a constantly evolving, fast-paced environment, • Strong written and verbal communication skills, • 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

We started Van Leeuwen Ice Cream in a yellow truck on the streets of NYC in 2008 with a mission to make good ice cream that makes you feel good. Nowadays, people can spend so much time on what's "healthy" they don't stop to consider what's healthy. As far as we're concerned, happiness is healthiness. We strive to ensure every scoop, store and employee feels and creates one community to contribute to the overall brand. Van Leeuwen Ice Cream is hiring a full-time Multi-Unit General Manager to oversee multiple New York City locations (). This is a great opportunity for a highly experienced individual to work closely with the founding team of Van Leeuwen Ice Cream as they embark on their next stage of accelerated growth. The ideal candidate is someone who has experience operating food retail spaces (multi-unit or high volume single-unit), loves building and leading teams, and can thrive in a fast-paced environment (and loves ice cream!). The Multi-Unit General Manager is responsible for the overall operation of their assigned store(s). This includes managing people operations, sales, inventory, and the guest service experience. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES • Completes store operational requirements by scheduling and assigning stations for employees, • Maintains store staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees, • Maintains store staff job results by coaching, counseling, disciplining, and terminating employees; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results, • Achieves financial objectives by monitoring sales targets, maintaining budgets, and properly forecasting labor, • Upholds excellent standard of customer service, • Ensures availability of merchandise and services by communicating with vendors; maintaining inventories, • Maintains a safe and clean environment for customers and employees, • Rolls out new menu items to team members and communicates these changes throughout the retail space, • Processes weekly payroll in a timely and accurate manner, • Orders and maintains uniform supply and successfully holds all employees to uniform standard, • Addresses all maintenance issues JOB REQUIREMENTS • NYC DOH Food handlers license required, • 3+ years of experience in a food retail management role preferred, • Prior experience managing a team required, • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, • Possess dexterity to prepare and serve guests all menu items in accordance with established service and build-out standards, • Able to push/pull/lift 50 lbs of weight regularly, • Stand for extended periods of time regularly, • Walk up and down stairs regularly, • Stand, bend and reach for prolonged periods of time, • Ability to multi-task and thrive in a fast-paced environment PERKS + BENEFITS • Employee Scoop Card (Enjoy Ice Cream from any of our scoop shops nationwide), • Medical, Dental + Vision Insurance with 70% Employer Contribution, • 401k with up to 4% Employer Match, • Cell Phone Reimbursement Plan, • Paid Time Off - 3 Weeks / 120 Hours Total, • Paid Sick Time, • Yearly Performance Reviews Van Leeuwen Ice Cream is committed to pay transparency and equity among all employees and provides employees an environment where pay transparency and dialogue on compensation are allowed. Van Leeuwen Ice Cream complies with Equal Employment Opportunity laws as well as federal, state, and local laws on compensation, pay transparency, and pay equity. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held. Salary Range $65,000---$75,000 USD Here at Van Leeuwen, Good Ice Cream Is For Everyone! As an equal opportunity employer, we strive to foster a welcoming, diverse environment for every employee and customer. We pride ourselves on the creativity that goes into our ice cream and is built in our stores (by YOU) that help us meet our missions and values.

Locations: Upper West Side (10024) & Lower Manhattan (10007) A NYC Food Handler's is required Job Overview We are seeking a dynamic, service-driven Assistant Manager to join our team across two New York City locations. This role is rooted in hospitality—creating a warm, welcoming, and consistent guest experience while ensuring smooth and efficient store operations. As Assistant Manager, you will lead by example on the floor, inspiring your team to deliver exceptional service, maintain high standards, and foster a positive, guest-first environment. You will serve as a key operational leader, supporting staff, resolving issues in real time, and ensuring that every guest interaction reflects our commitment to excellence. Key Responsibilities Hospitality & Guest Experience • Lead by example to ensure exceptional hospitality is consistently delivered by you and the entire team, • Create a welcoming, service-oriented environment that prioritizes guest satisfaction and repeat business, • Handle customer inquiries and concerns with professionalism, empathy, and urgency, • Enforce company standards for customer service, cleanliness, and product quality Team Leadership & Support • Supervise, coach, and support staff during shifts to ensure smooth service and strong team morale, • Perform all responsibilities expected of a team member, stepping in wherever needed, • Cover shift call-outs when no other team member is available, • Ensure all staff adhere to uniform policies and health & safety compliance standards, • Support hiring, onboarding, training, and ongoing development of team members Operations & Store Management • Oversee daily store operations to ensure efficient, seamless service across both locations, • Serve as the first point of contact for operational issues and escalate to the Assistant Director of Operations when necessary, • Assist with opening and closing procedures, ensuring readiness and accuracy, • Enforce company standards across all areas, including cleanliness, drink quality, and overall store presentation Inventory & Compliance • Monitor and maintain store inventory, including paper goods, milk, pastries, and other essential supplies, • Oversee stock replenishment and organization to support uninterrupted service, • Ensure the store consistently meets NYC Health Department standards and regulations Financial & Administrative Duties • Manage cash handling procedures with accuracy and integrity, • Conduct bank runs, including obtaining change, making deposits, and cashing petty cash, • Support payroll processing and basic administrative tasks as needed Sales & Business Growth • Motivate the team to meet and exceed sales goals while maintaining a hospitality-first mindset, • Assist with merchandising and in-store initiatives that enhance the guest experience and drive revenue, • Support local marketing and promotional efforts to increase store visibility Requirements • Proven experience in a supervisory or Assistant Manager role, ideally in retail, café, or hospitality environments, • Strong leadership skills with a hands-on, team-first approach, • Passion for hospitality and delivering exceptional guest experiences, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; bilingual abilities are a plus, • Proficiency in POS systems, cash handling, and retail operations, • Experience with inventory management, purchasing, and basic administrative functions, • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities in a fast-paced environment, • Knowledge of health, safety, and sanitation standards (NYC experience preferred) Why Join Us? Join a team that puts hospitality at the heart of everything we do. This is an opportunity to grow as a leader, make a meaningful impact on both guests and team members, and be part of a collaborative, high-energy environment. We’re looking for someone who thrives on creating memorable experiences, leading with intention, and continuously raising the bar.

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 Area Managers to grow with us! This is a unique opportunity to work for a people-centric company that will develop you internally. 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. How You'll Impact The Area Manager is responsible for leading, managing and developing our restaurant management teams and team members to ensure delivery of superior service and product, as well as both employee and guest satisfaction. This position is also responsible for the overall financial performance for their area's restaurant operations, including sales growth and maximizing profits by meeting budgets for food, labor costs and other controllable costs. The right person for this role is a proven leader and operator, familiar with high growth environments, skilled at managing a PL, is an excellent communicator, sets a high bar for themselves, and is adept at developing talent. What You'll Do • Responsible for multi-unit operational and financial health, • Supervises their area's General Managers and assists them with:, • Coaching, developing and mentoring their managers and team members, • Driving 4-wall EBITDA while elevating the employee and guest experience through multiple consumer channels, • Building a bench and rolling out succession planning and growth initiatives, • Developing and maintaining an employee-oriented and guest-focused organizational culture emphasizing continuous improvement, high performance, collaboration, teamwork, and process improvements, • Interviewing, hiring, onboarding and training of all restaurant positions, • Responding quickly to changing market conditions and revising strategies accordingly, • Validating compliance with operational initiatives through auditing, training and performance management of their teams, • Jumping into hands-on execution within our restaurants to plug holes and staffing gaps as needed, • Partner with the Human Resources Business Partner to set clear expectations, follows up and creates a culture of accountability for their restaurant operations teams, • Forecasts and monitors expenses of their General Managers to ensure company goals are met on a weekly, monthly and yearly basis, • Ensures the operations are in compliance with all applicable national, state, and local regulations and laws, • Responsible for reviewing and approving weekly payroll for their assigned stores, • Performs other related duties, tasks, and responsibilities as required, assigned, and directed Who You Are • 7+ years of restaurant management/leadership operations experience, • Experience with senior operations management across multiple states, • Bachelor's Degree or higher, • Strong project management, analytical and problem-solving skills, • Superior interpersonal skills and ability to earn trust and respect from colleagues, • Exceptional financial acumen, • Thrives in a constantly evolving, fast-paced environment 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 and a bonus plan to recognize your impact, • Medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you healthy and thriving, • Commuter benefits and phone reimbursement 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 EEO STATEMENT Naya is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender (including gender identity or expression), pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, marital status, domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking victim status, ancestry, national origin, alienage or citizenship, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, or other protected status.

General Manager – Singapore Social (Alphabet City / East Village, NYC) Singapore Social is a fast-paced, casual restaurant located in Alphabet City, on the border of the East Village. Our concept brings the flavors and hospitality of Southeast Asia to New York City, with a menu rooted in Singaporean cuisine and influenced by Indonesian and Malaysian traditions. In addition to our food program, we feature an extensive Singaporean coffee selection and a full bar program including cocktails, wine, and non-alcoholic offerings. We are seeking an experienced General Manager to lead day-to-day operations, develop our team, and help drive the continued growth of the restaurant. Compensation: • Oversee all daily restaurant operations (front and back of house), • Manage scheduling, staffing levels, and labor costs, • Lead, train, and develop a high-performing team, • Maintain strong service standards and ensure an excellent guest experience, • Oversee bar operations, including beverage quality, inventory, and cost control, • Monitor financial performance, including expenses, COGS, and profitability, • Create and maintain a positive, accountable, and team-oriented work culture, • Proven experience as a General Manager or senior restaurant leader in a high-volume setting, • Strong understanding of restaurant financials, including labor and cost control, • Experience managing bar programs (cocktails, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages), • Demonstrated leadership skills with a focus on team development and retention, • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on environment, • Strong organizational and communication skills, • Your experience managing restaurant operations, • Your experience with bar programs

We are looking for a leader who can oversee operations, maintain high standards, and bring consistency across multiple restaurants. We are a growing restaurant group operating multiple high-volume locations in the West Village. We are looking for a strong, hands-on General Manager to oversee operations across all restaurants. This role is focused on team leadership, service standards, scheduling, and overall operational execution, with limited administrative responsibilities. What You’ll Do Team Leadership • Oversee staff across multiple locations, including front-of-house teams and overall daily operations, • Manage captains and supervisors to ensure strong leadership at each restaurant, • Maintain discipline, accountability, and professionalism across teams, • Scheduling & Labor Control, • Build and manage weekly schedules (7shifts), • Optimize staffing based on business levels, • Control labor cost through effective scheduling, • Adjust staffing in real time when needed, • Operations & Service Standards, • Ensure consistent execution and high standards across all locations, • Monitor service flow, organization, and overall guest experience, • Support teams during service and resolve operational issues, • Conduct regular walk-throughs of all areas to ensure standards are maintained, • Compliance & Organization, • Maintain standards aligned with New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, • Ensure cleanliness, organization, and proper procedures are followed at all times, • Keep all locations inspection-ready, • Training & Development, • Train and coach staff across locations, • Develop strong team leaders and maintain a consistent culture, • Identify performance issues and take action when needed, • Light Administrative Responsibilities, • Review labor performance and operational metrics, • Participate in hiring and team structuring, • Communicate regularly with ownership on performance and needs (No payroll or heavy administrative work required) What We’re Looking For • 5+ years as a GM or senior restaurant manager (NYC experience preferred), • Strong leadership presence and ability to manage teams, • Experience in high-volume, fast-paced environments, • Strong understanding of scheduling and labor control, • Organized, detail-oriented, and hands-on, • Ability to oversee multiple locations, • Compensation, • Salary: $80,000 – $90,000, • Important This is a hands-on operational role across multiple locations, requiring regular presence in the restaurants and strong involvement with the teams.

Seeking a dedicated Full-Time Building Manager to oversee the operations of our multi-use institutional and commercial facility. The ideal candidate will have experience in plant operations, personnel management, and vendor coordination, with appropriate certifications. Prior work history within a religious institution or school environment is preferred. Responsibilities: • Supervise 5 full-time custodial staff and manage third-party vendors., • Provide hands-on assistance with infrastructure, grounds-keeping maintenance, repair, and housekeeping., • Schedule, perform, and report required inspections and testing for life-safety and infrastructure features., • Coordinate with staff, congregants, and third-party services (security, caterers) for various events, including religious services, education programs, guest speakers, and performances, ensuring proper arrangement of seating, tables, A-V equipment, and food service., • Solicit vendor bids, track operational expenses, manage purchasing, and allocate budget resources., • Maintain organized building records for contracts, guarantees, inspections, and permits., • Manage logistics for supplies and equipment, both on-site and off-site, and coordinate on-site activities for third-parties. Work Hours: • Weekdays, with occasional pre-scheduled days and times for religious services and special events., • Availability for emergency services is required as needed, during other days and times. Compensation: • Competitive salary ranging from $85,000 to $110,000, commensurate with experience., • Comprehensive benefits package includes medical and dental coverage, a 403b savings plan, commuting expenses, vacation and medical leave, synagogue membership, and approved professional development. Our Landmarked 1859 building, free-standing and sited on a ¼ acre landscaped property, is of masonry and heavy timber construction, with three full stories, plus occupiable cellar and attic, encompassing some 15,000 square feet. Infra-structure consists of environmental conditioning by oil-fired steam boiler and multiple forced-air ventilation systems providing heating and cooling via steam radiators and re-heat coils, electric re-heat coils, exterior and interior split-compressor refrigeration coils, and by separate mini-spilt-system air cooling units. A single domestic and fire water service is connected to municipal supply. Domestic and storm water plumbing and drainage is by gravity and ejector systems discharging at municipal sewer. Building is fully sprinklered and equipped with central station fire alarm service. ConEd provides line-voltage electric service for power distribution and lighting; a UPS supports emergency lighting and signage. A lighting control system serves the main sanctuary. Low-voltage IT and audio-visual systems extend throughout the building, and a local and central station monitored security system serves the grounds and building - door control devices are connected to the fire control system. Vertical circulation is provided by one hydraulic elevator and two LULA lifts. Uses for the building and grounds include, but are not limited to, religious services on week-ends, holidays and festivals, a week-day nursery school, after school classes for children up to 13 years, afternoon and evening adult education, staff offices, daytime and evening committee and community meetings, a seasonal overnight homeless shelter, and life-cycle events for weddings, etc. Building typically operates 6-7 pays per week, 8 am to 10 pm.

Assistant Manager Pop’s Bagels Nolita Pop’s Bagels Nolita is more than a bagel shop—it’s a neighborhood institution built on great food, real community, and the larger-than-life presence of Pop himself, an 83-year-young New Yorker who never meets a stranger. We’re looking for an Assistant Manager to help strengthen our day-to-day operations and support our existing leadership team as we continue to grow. The Role This is a hands-on role designed to support and elevate our current manager, Angie, helping bring consistency, structure, and leadership to a busy, people-driven environment. You’ll work closely with Angie, partner with ownership (Pop and Kelly), and help ensure that their vision is executed smoothly on the floor every day. What You’ll Own • Support the manager in leading strong, consistent shifts, • Reinforce systems, standards, and daily execution, • Build accountability across a younger team, • Assist with ordering, inventory, and product flow, • Support hiring, training, and staff development, • Maintain a high-quality, welcoming customer experience, • Help strengthen communication between staff, management, and ownership, • Provide occasional support to Pop with reports and day-to-day needs Who You Are • Calm, nurturing, and highly accountable, • A supportive leader who strengthens those around you, • Patient, people-first, and family-oriented, • Comfortable working across generations, • Hands-on and present on the floor What You Bring • Supervisory experience in coffee, bakery, or fast-casual, • Strong operational skills (scheduling, inventory, systems), • POS and basic reporting experience, • Food safety certification required, • Proven ability to create consistency and develop teams Schedule & Compensation • Store hours: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM, • Weekend availability required (Friday–Sunday), • Salary commensorite with experience, • Perks: bagels, pastries, and drinks Growth Opportunity This role offers the opportunity to take on increasing operational responsibility over time, working in close partnership with Angie and ownership as the business continues to evolve. Why This Role is Different You’re not just joining a team—you’re becoming part of a tight-knit operation centered around a true New York character. Working alongside Pop is part mentorship, part responsibility, and completely unique.

About the Role We are seeking an experienced and driven General Manager (GM) to lead all aspects of our restaurant’s operations. The GM will be responsible for overseeing daily operations, managing staff, maintaining high service and food quality standards, and ensuring an exceptional guest experience. This role requires strong leadership, operational expertise, and the ability to build and motivate a high-performing team. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, understands restaurant operations from front to back, and is passionate about hospitality and team development. Requirements • Proven experience as a General Manager or senior management role in the restaurant industry, • Strong leadership and team management skills, • Excellent communication and organizational abilities, • Experience with staff scheduling, training, and performance management, • Ability to manage budgets, control costs, and drive sales, • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure, • Flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays What We Offer • Competitive salary, • Leadership opportunity within a growing team, • Supportive and collaborative work environment, • Opportunities for professional growth and advancement