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Job Description Leaning in is what the Smash in Smashburger is all about! At Smashburger, we don’t just make burgers—we create crave-worthy moments that keep guests coming back for more. We believe the more you lean in in life, the more you get out! We chase greatness, play as one team, and lead with bold action. You'll be part of a team that works hard and cares deeply—where passion and dedication are just as important as skill. At Smashburger, we live by our values: Taste Obsessed – Bring flavor into every shift Premium Experience – Lead Boldly. Deliver Flawlessly Stay Hungry – Literally & Figuratively One Team! One Smash! – Smash Together Do What’s Right – Act with honesty and consistency. If this sounds like your kind of place, we’d love to have you on the team! The Role The Restaurant Manager oversees daily operations, staff performance, and customer experience while supporting the General Manager. The role focuses on team leadership, employee training, food safety, scheduling, inventory, and cost control. Candidates should have prior restaurant management experience, strong communication and organizational skills, and flexibility with work hours. The position offers benefits like bonuses, health coverage, paid time off, and career growth opportunities. What You’ll Do • Lead, train, and manage shift leaders and team members, • Foster a positive and productive work environment, • Oversee daily restaurant operations, including opening/closing procedures, • Ensure food safety, cleanliness, and compliance with regulations, • Monitor and improve guest satisfaction and service standards, • Manage scheduling, labor costs, and team performance, • Handle inventory, ordering, and cost control (COGS), • Support hiring, onboarding, and ongoing employee development, • Ensure accurate cash handling and operational compliance, • 1-2 years of Manager experience in restaurants, • Flexible to work nights, weekends, and holidays, • Follow Smashburger uniform standards, • Ability to follow all guidelines and procedures set forth by Smashburger, local, state, and federal employment regulations, • Must successfully complete Smashburger training program, • Possess strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively communicate with restaurant management, front line employees and corporate support teams, • People management skills to effectively select, assess, coach/counsel, develop, motivate, and lead restaurant teams, • Excellent attention to detail, • Proven time management, consistency, and organizational skills, • Highly motivated, self-directed, and results driven, • Physical ability to stand for extended periods of time and to move and lift boxes of food/ supplies up to 50 lbs., • High-Impact Role: Your leadership will shape the future of Smashburger and drive our success., • Culture of Growth: We believe in leveling up—for our guests, our team, and ourselves., • Work with Passionate People: Our team is all-in, committed to excellence, and ready to smash barriers together., • Competitive Compensation & Perks: Because we value top talent who bring their A-game every day., • Better Benefits: Build a better experience for you!, • Quarterly Bonus, • Get Paid $ to Refer your Friends*, • RGMs, RMs, & SLs are entitled to one (1) free meal each shift they work *, • Paid time off – vacation and sick*, • Medical, Dental and Vision Options*, • 401K match (21 and older), • Flexible schedules in a fun, family friendly, team environment, • Employee Assistance Program, • Fast track for career opportunities *Referred employees must be manager level and in good standing & Referee must be employed with Smashburger at time of payout. Bonus is paid in two distributions **All applicants and employees have an equal opportunity for employment and advancement within Smashburger. Smashburger is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants, prospective applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other applicable status protected by state or local law. This prohibition includes unlawful harassment based on any of these protected classes. Unlawful harassment includes verbal or physical conduct which has the purpose or effect of substantially interfering with an individual’s work performance or creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work environment. We maintain a workplace free of racial slurs and bias. This policy applies to all employees, including managers, supervisors, co-workers, and non-employees such as customers, clients, vendors, consultants, etc. Any conduct in violation of these company policies is also a violation of the law. Employees who engage in, ratify, or perpetuate discrimination, harassment or retaliation will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including immediate discharge. We use eVerify to confirm U.S. Employment eligibility.

Job Description Cook Our first Smashburger restaurant opened in 2007 with one single notion in mind; to serve a better burger! Better burgers takes better service, support and teamwork. That's why we treat our team members fairly in a diverse and safe environment. With an average of 10 restaurants opening each year, we invest in building internal opportunities for our teams’ learning and growth.” We just build better. Better Burgers. Better Teams. Better Experiences. Better Benefits: Build a better experience work & lifestyle! • Tip share-earn up to $2/hr. extra in tips, • Get Paid $ to Refer your Friends*, • 50% of the best burgers around (or other menu options), • Flexible schedules in a fun, family friendly, team environment, • Medical, Dental and Vision Options**, • Paid time off – vacation and sick**, • 401K match (21 and older), • Employee Assistance Program, • Fast track for career opportunities and management experience *Referred Employees Must Be in Good Standing & Referee must be employed with Smashburger at time of payout. Bonus is paid in two distributions Cook Responsibilities • Reporting to the Restaurant General Manager, our cooks are the champions of better burgers! In this role you will:, • Be a menu expert, follow Smashburger’s prep and menu recipe standards to prepare guest orders, • Reading, preparing and cooking food orders to specifications is a must! This ensures guest satisfaction, gold standards and minimizes waste, • Be a team player. Must be able to work with others on the line and communicate effectively with Guest Service Experts (GSE) and managers in a busy restaurant environment, • Ensure all food items are rung in prior to preparing orders; but be flexible to verbal instructions being called back (sometimes GSEs or guests get the order wrong from intake – we are all human), • Have pride in maintaining cleanliness of kitchen floors, equipment and counters at all times with the use of company approved cleaning products, • Operate large cooking equipment such as grills and deep fryers; must be capable of using knives and slicing equipment with proper PPE, • Follow checklists and proven systems to set up, stock and close the kitchen, • Learn new recipes and procedures to support marketing promotions, • Assist GSEs in managing dining room cleanliness and efficient food delivery, and other duties as assigned by management, • No experience necessary – we build better skills! Must successfully complete Smashburger training program, • Must be 16 years of age or older, • Physical ability to stand for extended periods of time; move, reach, grasp and lift boxes of food/ supplies up to 50 lbs., • Kneel, bend, twist, stoop and smash, • Ability to work in high temperatures – it gets hot in the kitchen!, • Showing up on time to work variable hours/days, including nights, weekends, and holidays is an essential function of the job, • Follow Smashburger uniform standards, • Ability to follow all guidelines and procedures set forth by Smashburger, local, state, and federal employment regulations, • Must be able to produce authorized U.S. work documents; Smashburger participates in E-verify All applicants and employees have an equal opportunity for employment and advancement within Smashburger. Smashburger is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants, prospective applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other applicable status protected by state or local law. This prohibition includes unlawful harassment based on any of these protected classes. Unlawful harassment includes verbal or physical conduct which has the purpose or effect of substantially interfering with an individual’s work performance or creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work environment. We maintain a workplace free of racial slurs and bias. This policy applies to all employees, including managers, supervisors, co-workers, and non-employees such as customers, clients, vendors, consultants, etc. Any conduct in violation of these company policies is also a violation of the law. Employees who engage in, ratify, or perpetuate discrimination, harassment or retaliation will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including immediate discharge. We use eVerify to confirm U.S. Employment eligibility.

Job Description About Hope For Youth: Hope For Youth is a nonprofit organization that has been providing comprehensive child welfare services for over 50 years. Our mission is to facilitate positive outcomes for children, adolescents, and families across Long Island. We are also honored to announce that the Hauppauge Industrial Association of Long Island (HIA-LI), an advocate for its member organizations since 1978, has recognized HFY as their Not-For Profit Business Award honoree for Excellence in 2025! About the OASAS Primary Prevention Program: Our OASAS Primary Prevention Program offers evidence-based education and support to children, families, and community stakeholders, with the goal of preventing substance and alcohol use. Through classroom-based presentations and community outreach, we empower individuals with the tools they need to make healthy choices. To be a successful Prevention Specialist you must be ready, willing, and able to do the following always: • Function within the policies and procedures as outlined in program practice guide and employee manual, • Adhere to state regulations and applicable code of conduct, • Develop, plan, and deliver evidence-based character-building and social-emotional learning programs in school classrooms., • Provide prevention and psychoeducational programming to elementary school children., • Plan and lead community awareness events related to alcohol, substance use, and gambling prevention., • Conduct community surveys to assess local prevention needs and develop responsive programming., • Participate in summer camp programming in the Town of Babylon., • Attend required trainings, meetings, and professional development sessions., • High School Diploma. Bachelor's degree CASAC, CPP or CPS preferred, • Preferably one year of experience working with children and adolescents or community action work., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required., • Ability to practice within the scope of OASAS Prevention regulations., • Driving; Driving positions require NYS License, in good standing and drivers must be 21 years of age or older., • Computer skills are essential., • Access to a reliable vehicle that can be used on a regular basis for work., • Excellent writing skills/time management., • Ability to be flexible with scheduling (work evenings, possible weekends if necessary)., • Physical Requirements: read/write reports and log entries, walking/standing for prolonged periods, bending/stooping, kneeling/squatting, climbing stairs, reaching overhead, repetitive wrist/finger movements, ongoing access to reliable vehicle and driving own vehicle for work. This opportunity is available as a Full-Time position. • 35-hour work week, 8am-4pm some weekends/evenings flexing schedule to attend events Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Please include a resume, cover letter and salary requirements. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Hope For Youth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Excellent training and leadership opportunities available throughout employment and more. Here are some of the other benefits of working for Hope for Youth. All offers must be made contingent and once a contingent offer has been accepted, all processing must note the contingency throughout the process. • Meaningful work that makes a difference in the lives of children and families of Long Island!, • Supportive like-minded, mission-driven co-workers, • Diverse Culture that promotes recognition and belonging, • Advancement and supplemental pay opportunities, • Free Training programs, Free Tuition Credits, Scholarships and Tuition Assistance, • Employees may be eligible for Student Loan Forgiveness Programs, • Special Events and Recognition Awards, • Volunteer and Internship opportunities available within, • Benefit eligibility commences on the first of the month following the first 30 days of employment - Medical, Dental, Vision - HRA with HSA and Co-pay options available., • 91% Employer-paid medical premiums, • Generous paid time off, • Agency-funded Pension Plan, • Pre-tax savings plans: self-directed 403(b), 529, Aflac Additional Pay Range Information The salary range and/or hourly rate range listed for this position is a good faith determination of potential compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining an employee's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education, licensing, certifications, other credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity, etc.) Job Posted by ApplicantPro

Job DescriptionBenefits: Requirements: • 1-2 years experience in construction is a plus, but not required, • Positive attitude, • Excellent communication skills, • Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions/seasons, • Interest in growing with the company, • Willingness to work overtime Required experience: • Must be 18 or older

Job DescriptionResidential Counselor Position Type: Full-Time (Various shifts available) New Hire Bonus: $500 Bilingual (Spanish) Bonus: $750 Make a Difference with Hope For Youth Hope For Youth is seeking compassionate and dedicated individuals to join our team as Residential Counselors (Direct Care Staff). Our residential services program is designed to build resiliency in youth across various locations in Suffolk County. This role is essential in supporting youth in a structured, supportive, and therapeutic environment. We offer both full-time and part-time opportunities, with flexible shifts. Be sure to include your availability when applying! Key Responsibilities: * Provide day-to-day support to youth, including: * Documentation * Laundry and cleaning * Transportation to appointments, activities * Supervising recreational and daily living activities in residence and community * Supervise and support youth using the Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) model-without therapeutic holds * Resolve resident issues or concerns effectively and compassionately * Attend all required staff meetings, supervision sessions, and training programs * Perform any additional responsibilities as required by Hope For Youth, oversight agencies, and applicable regulations Minimum Qualifications: * High School Diploma or GED * Valid NYS Driver's License in good standing * Must be 21 years of age or older to transport youth * Ability to meet physical requirements, including: * Operating a motor vehicle * Lifting/moving up to 50 pounds * Escorting youth in the community * Physically intervening in crisis situations if needed * Flexibility to work various shifts and locations * Relevant experience in childcare, residential, or human services settings is preferred Why Work at Hope For Youth? * Supportive, mission-driven team environment * Opportunities for training, growth, and advancement * Meaningful work that positively impacts youth across Long Island Excellent training and leadership opportunities available throughout employment and more. Here are some of the benefits of working for Hope For Youth! • Supportive like-minded, mission-driven co-workers, • Diverse Culture that promotes recognition and belonging, • Advancement and supplemental pay opportunities, • Free Training programs, Free Tuition Credits, Scholarships and Tuition Assistance, • Employees may be eligible for Student Loan Forgiveness Programs, • Special Events and Recognition Awards, • Volunteer and Internship opportunities available within, • Benefit eligibility commences on the first of the month following the first 30 days of employment - Medical, Dental, Vision - HRA with HSA and Co-pay options available., • 91% Employer-paid medical premiums, • Generous paid time off, • Agency-funded Pension Plan, • Pre-tax savings plans: self-directed 403(b), 529, Aflac Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Hope For Youth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All offers must be made contingent and once a contingent offer has been accepted, all processing must note the contingency throughout the process. Learn more about Hope For Youth at: Job Posted by ApplicantPro

Job Description Shift Leader Our first Smashburger restaurant opened in 2007 with one single notion in mind; to serve a better burger! Better burgers takes better service, support and teamwork. That's why we treat our team members fairly in a diverse and safe environment. With an average of 10 restaurants opening each year, we invest in building internal opportunities for our teams’ learning and growth.” We just build better. Better Burgers. Better Teams. Better Experiences. Better Benefits: Build a better experience work & lifestyle! • Tip share-earn up to $2/hr. extra in tips, • Get Paid $ to Refer your Friends*, • RGMs, RMs, & SLs are entitled to one (1) free meal each shift they work *, • Flexible schedules in a fun, family friendly, team environment, • Medical, Dental and Vision Options**, • Paid time off – vacation and sick**, • 401K match (21 and older), • Employee Assistance Program, • Fast track for career opportunities and management experience *Referred Employees Must Be in Good Standing & Referee must be employed with Smashburger at time of payout. Bonus is paid in two distributions Shift Leader Responsibilities • Reporting to the Restaurant General Manager, our Shift Leaders are the champions of better burgers! In this role you will:, • Manage the performance of both FOH & BOH employees, • Promote a fun and positive work environment, • Manage the effectiveness of people focused processes and systems, • Provide initial and ongoing training to all employees within the unit utilizing SmashConnect, LMS, and 4 step method of training, • Reward and recognizes employee performance that exceeds company standards, • Manage with integrity the daily completion of operational check lists to include, • Line checks and uniform standards, • Opening/closing check lists, • Safe and deposit logs, • Manage the guest experience metrics (NPS and OSAT), • Manage FSC operational standards daily, • Ensure all food safety standards are followed & in compliance with local health depts., • Exemplify guest service on each shift of the day and communicates SIZZLE service standards to the employees, • Manage the successful onboarding and training for all new employees, • Follow COGS management procedures for food ordering and inventory, • Follow company cash policies to ensure minimal losses through theft or shortages, • Previous Shift Leader Experience, • 90-day completion of train the trainer course, • Flexible to work nights, weekends, and holidays, • Follow Smashburger uniform standards, • Ability to follow all guidelines and procedures set forth by Smashburger, local, state, and federal employment regulations, • Must successfully complete Smashburger training program, • Possess strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively communicate with restaurant management, front line employees and corporate support teams, • People management skills to effectively select, assess, coach/counsel, develop, motivate, and lead restaurant teams, • Excellent attention to detail, • Proven time management, consistency, and organizational skills, • Highly motivated, self-directed, and results driven, • Physical ability to stand for extended periods of time and to move and lift boxes of food/ supplies up to 50 lbs. We use eVerify to confirm U.S. Employment eligibility. We use eVerify to confirm U.S. Employment eligibility.

Job Description Shift Leader Our first Smashburger restaurant opened in 2007 with one single notion in mind; to serve a better burger! Better burgers takes better service, support and teamwork. That's why we treat our team members fairly in a diverse and safe environment. With an average of 10 restaurants opening each year, we invest in building internal opportunities for our teams’ learning and growth.” We just build better. Better Burgers. Better Teams. Better Experiences. Better Benefits: Build a better experience work & lifestyle! • Tip share-earn up to $2/hr. extra in tips, • Get Paid $ to Refer your Friends*, • RGMs, RMs, & SLs are entitled to one (1) free meal each shift they work *, • Flexible schedules in a fun, family friendly, team environment, • Medical, Dental and Vision Options**, • Paid time off – vacation and sick**, • 401K match (21 and older), • Employee Assistance Program, • Fast track for career opportunities and management experience *Referred Employees Must Be in Good Standing & Referee must be employed with Smashburger at time of payout. Bonus is paid in two distributions Shift Leader Responsibilities • Reporting to the Restaurant General Manager, our Shift Leaders are the champions of better burgers! In this role you will:, • Manage the performance of both FOH & BOH employees, • Promote a fun and positive work environment, • Manage the effectiveness of people focused processes and systems, • Provide initial and ongoing training to all employees within the unit utilizing SmashConnect, LMS, and 4 step method of training, • Reward and recognizes employee performance that exceeds company standards, • Manage with integrity the daily completion of operational check lists to include, • Line checks and uniform standards, • Opening/closing check lists, • Safe and deposit logs, • Manage the guest experience metrics (NPS and OSAT), • Manage FSC operational standards daily, • Ensure all food safety standards are followed & in compliance with local health depts., • Exemplify guest service on each shift of the day and communicates SIZZLE service standards to the employees, • Manage the successful onboarding and training for all new employees, • Follow COGS management procedures for food ordering and inventory, • Follow company cash policies to ensure minimal losses through theft or shortages, • Previous Shift Leader Experience, • 90-day completion of train the trainer course, • Flexible to work nights, weekends, and holidays, • Follow Smashburger uniform standards, • Ability to follow all guidelines and procedures set forth by Smashburger, local, state, and federal employment regulations, • Must successfully complete Smashburger training program, • Possess strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively communicate with restaurant management, front line employees and corporate support teams, • People management skills to effectively select, assess, coach/counsel, develop, motivate, and lead restaurant teams, • Excellent attention to detail, • Proven time management, consistency, and organizational skills, • Highly motivated, self-directed, and results driven, • Physical ability to stand for extended periods of time and to move and lift boxes of food/ supplies up to 50 lbs. We use eVerify to confirm U.S. Employment eligibility. We use eVerify to confirm U.S. Employment eligibility.

Job Description Cashier (Guest Service Expert) Our first Smashburger restaurant opened in 2007 with one single notion in mind; to serve a better burger! Better burgers takes better service, support and teamwork. That's why we treat our team members fairly in a diverse and safe environment. With an average of 10 restaurants opening each year, we invest in building internal opportunities for our teams’ learning and growth.” We just build better. Better Burgers. Better Teams. Better Experiences. Better Benefits: Build a better experience work & lifestyle! • Tip share-earn up to $2/hr. extra in tips, • Get Paid $ to Refer your Friends*, • 50% of the best burgers around (or other menu options), • Flexible schedules in a fun, family friendly, team environment, • Medical, Dental and Vision Options**, • Paid time off – vacation and sick**, • 401K match (21 and older), • Employee Assistance Program, • Fast track for career opportunities and management experience *Referred Employees Must Be in Good Standing & Referee must be employed with Smashburger at time of payout. Bonus is paid in two distributions Cashier Responsibilities • Reporting to the Restaurant General Manager, our Cashiers are the Guest Service Experts (GSE) that champion better burgers! In this role you will:, • Greet guests with a smile! Responsible for welcoming new and repeat guests every visit, • Promote a fun and positive work environment, • Teamwork! Must be able to work with others on the line and communicate effectively with cooks and managers in a busy restaurant environment, • Be knowledgeable of all menu items so you can make meal suggestions & answer questions, • Verify each guest order for accuracy, manage “to-go” orders, process POS transactions and follow cash handling procedures & full understanding of Smashburger rewards program, • Visit tables after food delivery to ensure guests have everything they need (refills, condiments, etc.) and that their experience has been perfect, • Adhere to all active marketing promotions & encourage guests to complete surveys upon each visit, • Foster and value a safe work environment by following all personal and food safety and security standards, • Have pride in keeping floors, counters, dining area and restrooms clean at all times with the use of company approved cleaning products, • Ability to listen, communicate and work well with others in a busy restaurant environment, • Values integrity and doing the right thing, even when no one is watching, • Follow company cash policies to ensure minimal losses through theft or shortages, • Upsell food items to all guests ordering through thoughtful suggestions, • No experience necessary – we build better skills! Must successfully complete Smashburger training program, • Must be 16 years old, • Physical ability to stand for extended periods of time & to move and lift boxes of food/ supplies up to 25 lbs., • Show up on time to work variable hours/days, including nights, weekends, and holidays, • Adhere to Smashburger uniform policy, • Must successfully complete Smashburger training program, • Ability to follow all guidelines and procedures set forth by Smashburger, local, state, and federal employment regulations, • Must be able to produce authorized U.S. work documents; Smashburger participates in E-Verify All applicants and employees have an equal opportunity for employment and advancement within Smashburger. Smashburger is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants, prospective applicants, or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other applicable status protected by state or local law. This prohibition includes unlawful harassment based on any of these protected classes. Unlawful harassment includes verbal or physical conduct which has the purpose or effect of substantially interfering with an individual’s work performance or creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work environment. We maintain a workplace free of racial slurs and bias. This policy applies to all employees, including managers, supervisors, co-workers, and non-employees such as customers, clients, vendors, consultants, etc. Any conduct in violation of these company policies is also a violation of the law. Employees who engage in, ratify, or perpetuate discrimination, harassment or retaliation will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including immediate discharge. We use eVerify to confirm U.S. Employment eligibility.