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  • Regional Culinary Director
    Regional Culinary Director
    5 days ago
    $95000–$105000 yearly
    Full-time
    SoHo, Manhattan

    Maman - Regional Culinary Director 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, we'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. our ideal candidate is an experienced culinary leader who brings energy, respect, and passion into their everyday interactions. you are a mentor and problem solver who effectively develops high-performing teams and fosters a collaborative, four-walls culture in every location. you have extensive experience with multi-unit leadership and maintain operational excellence by upholding the highest standards of quality, consistency, safety and brand integrity. you have strong culinary expertise in french, mediterranean, and american cuisines, and are fluent in both english and spanish. Position Summary The Regional Culinary Director oversees all Back of House operations across maman's Tri-State locations, leading the Culinary Management team and partnering closely with the VP of Operations to ensure alignment between culinary execution and overall business strategy. The Regional Culinary Director drives culinary excellence, operational consistency, financial performance, and team development across the Tri-State region. Through hands-on leadership, strategic oversight, and strong mentorship, the Regional Culinary Director ensures each kitchen operates efficiently and profitably while upholding maman's standards, brand identity, culture and values. Essential Responsibilities Culinary Leadership Standards • Oversee all kitchen operations across multiple locations to ensure consistency, quality, and execution of brand standards, • Maintain rigorous food quality, presentation, and portion control standards, • Train and coach BOH teams to ensure proper execution of all culinary initiatives, • Drive successful menu rollouts and ensure seasonal updates are executed flawlessly, ensuring brand standards are met and portioning and control is consistent across all markets, • Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation regulations as directed by State and local governments, • Audit ServSafe Food Handler certifications for management at all locations Operational Excellence • Oversee the performance and accountability of each region by reviewing weekly reports, conducting store visits, and holding weekly team meetings as needed • Lead, coach, and inspire Culinary Management team and onsite Kitchen Leaders, • Conduct performance reviews, provide ongoing coaching and foster career development conversations, • Partner with VP of Operations to foster a collaborative, four-walls environment in each location, • Ensure Kitchen Leaders uphold training, service, and culinary standards and drive alignment between store-level operations and company-wide goals Inventory, Cost Control Financial Performance • Enforce best practices for inventory management, ordering procedures, and portion control, • Oversee COGS guidelines and food cost targets to protect and improve margins, • Optimize labor scheduling and productivity across all locations, • Manage regional vendor relationships and purchasing strategies to ensure cost efficiency and product quality, • Utilize various technologies and tools to analyze and strategize financial performance Clear Communication Hands-On Support • Maintain open communication with Kitchen Leaders, Tri-State Regional Managers and the VP of Operations regarding progress, challenges, and opportunities, • Support cross-functional projects and activations, ensuring alignment with brand standards, • Provide insights to leadership regarding staffing needs, market trends, and operational improvements Qualifications \& Skills • 10+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience, including 3+ years in a multi-unit or regional leadership role, • Strong financial acumen with proven ability to manage budgets, labor, and costs effectively, • Proficiency in Google Workspace expected; experience with third-party delivery platforms, MarginEdge, and Harri preferred, • Extensive knowledge of State and local food safety regulations across NY, NJ, and CT, • Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, • Willingness and ability to travel frequently throughout the Tri-State area, • Energetic, approachable, adaptable with experience building and leading high-performing teams • Bi-lingual in English and Spanish What We Offer At maman, we're proud to provide a supportive and people-first environment where leaders can thrive and grow. Our Regional Culinary Directors enjoy: • A collaborative culture that values teamwork, initiative, and continuous improvement, • Competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, and growth opportunities within a fast-growing brand, • Comprehensive healthcare options, 401k and commuter benefits, • Paid time off and a flexible, supportive work environment, • Ongoing professional development, training, and opportunities for internal mobility, • Sweet perks cookies, coffee, and in-store discounts, • A company culture where we roll up our sleeves, support one another, and celebrate shared success 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. Thank you for your interest in maman and look forward to chatting with you.

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  • General Manager – Full-Service Restaurant Operations
    General Manager – Full-Service Restaurant Operations
    7 days ago
    Full-time
    Gowanus, Brooklyn

    General Manager – Full-Service Restaurant Operations Brooklyn, NY | Full-Time | 50 Hours/Week | Bilingual (Spanish/English) Required Table 87 is seeking a sharp, experienced General Manager to oversee operations at our two full-service coal-fired pizza and Italian restaurants in Brooklyn. This is not just a management role, it’s a leadership position within a growing, family-owned business. We’re a high-volume operation with multiple revenue streams, and ownership is actively involved in the day-to-day. We move quickly, expect accountability, and don’t operate with layers of corporate structure. We’re looking for someone who can step into that environment, earn trust, and take real ownership of operations. This role is for someone who is hands-on, detail-oriented, and willing to put in the work to understand how we operate and help build structure where it’s needed. The ideal candidate is bilingual (Spanish/English), experienced, highly organized, and comfortable managing both people and systems at a high level. Key Responsibilities • Operations Management, • Lead all day-to-day operations across two full-service Table 87 locations, • Implement and maintain systems that improve efficiency, consistency, and guest experience, • Manage labor budgets, scheduling, and clock-ins with discipline and accuracy, • Oversee service flow, order timing, and execution across all stations, • Ensure flawless execution of all online ordering platforms (UberEats, DoorDash, Slice, Grubhub,etc.), • Oversee and optimize POS systems, printer functionality, and order routing Restaurant365 Leadership • Utilize Restaurant365 for daily operations, not just reporting, • Manage inventory control, ordering, and vendor relationships, • Track labor cost, cost of goods, and overall performance, • Review daily and weekly reporting and make real-time operational adjustments, • Use R365 insights to improve profitability and efficiency, • Employee Onboarding & Training, • Lead onboarding for all new hires across front-of-house and back-of-house, • Build and maintain structured training systems, • Train staff consistently to improve service, efficiency, and sales performance, • Ensure all team members fully understand their roles and expectations, • Continuously develop staff and identify areas for improvement People & Service Leadership • Hire, train, and retain team members across FOH and BOH, • Run weekly team meetings with servers, bussers, bartenders, and kitchen staff, • Be on the floor daily, interacting with guests, resolving issues, and leading by example, • Hold team members accountable to company standards at all times, • Create a professional, respectful, and performance-driven work environment, • Handle customer issues directly and ensure a high level of hospitality Front & Back of House Oversight • Oversee front counter operations and full dining room service, • Maintain strong coordination between FOH and BOH at all times, • Ensure speed, accuracy, and consistency across all stations, • Step into any position when needed and lead from the floor Online Ordering & Technology • Oversee all third-party and direct ordering platforms, • Understand how Grubhub, Uber Eats, DoorDash, Slice, and similar platforms operate, • Manage order timing, prep times, and driver coordination, • Ensure all systems are functioning properly, including POS, printers, and integrations, • Be highly comfortable with technology, including Google Workspace and daily digital operations Sales & Performance Improvement • Train staff to upsell and improve average ticket size, • Identify opportunities to increase sales through better execution and service, • Continuously improve operations to drive profitability, • Take ownership of improving overall business performance Events & Catering • Own execution of all in-house events and private dining experiences, • Work closely with the Catering & Events Team Lead on off-site - catering and large-scale events, • Ensure clear communication and strong execution across all teams, • Track event performance and assist in growing the catering program Inventory & Compliance • Oversee all product ordering, inventory controls, and vendor relationships, • Ensure no outages through proactive monitoring and reordering, • Maintain tight inventory systems and organization, • Enforce FIFO systems and track waste to maximize margins Requirements Minimum 5+ years General Manager experience in full-service restaurants REQUIRED: Deep working knowledge of Restaurant365 (inventory, labor, reporting) Fluent in Spanish and English Strong leadership and training experience with the ability to develop teams Deep understanding of online ordering platforms (Grubhub, Uber Eats, DoorDash, Slice) Strong operational knowledge of both FOH and BOH High level of comfort with technology, including Google Workspace, POS systems, and reporting tools Strong experience running team meetings and managing staff performance Excellent customer service instincts and ability to resolve issues professionally Highly organized, detail-oriented, and consistent Must be available for 50 hours/week, including nights and weekends Hands-on leadership style, present, reliable, and able to lead by example Strong understanding of BOH operations and inventory procedures Familiarity with Brooklyn restaurant operations and DOH standards is a plus Compensation & Schedule Full-time salaried position (starting at 50 hours/week) 2 scheduled days off per week Competitive salary (commensurate with experience) Performance-based bonus potential Opportunities for growth within a growing, respected brand About Table 87 Established in 2012, Table 87 is a Brooklyn-based coal-fired pizza and Italian restaurant group known for quality, consistency, and community. As the first pizzeria in Brooklyn to serve coal-fired pizza by the slice, we’ve built a reputation for great food, strong operations, and neighborhood roots, while expanding into frozen retail, food service, and catering.

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  • Regional Beverage Trainer & Technical Liaison
    Regional Beverage Trainer & Technical Liaison
    5 days ago
    $75000 yearly
    Full-time
    SoHo, Manhattan

    Maman - Regional Beverage Trainer \& Technical Liaison 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, we'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. our ideal candidate is an extremely organized and detail-oriented beverage professional who has extensive experience in nyc cafe culture. you are passionate about food and beverage trends and take pride in your craft, sharing your expertise through training and mentorship. you are a natural problem solver who enjoys meeting new people in the field and building dynamic teams with flawless beverage execution. Position Summary The Regional Beverage Trainer Technical Liaison plays a key role in supporting the operational excellence of maman's 29+ NYC locations. This position combines hands-on training, technical troubleshooting, inventory coordination, and operational support for the beverage program. Working out of the Greenpoint Coffee Lab, maman HQ and in store, this role partners with the Beverage Director and Beverage Team to train baristas and new hires, coordinate equipment maintenance, manage beverage-related inventory and supplies, and support new store openings. The ideal candidate is highly organized, technically capable, and passionate about coffee and café culture, with the ability to communicate effectively across teams and respond quickly to operational needs in the field. Essential Responsibilities Training \& Education • Plan, schedule, and lead NYC-based barista training sessions at the Greenpoint Coffee Lab for multiple role levels, including new baristas, assistant managers, store managers, and regional directors - tailored specifically for each position, • Work with the Beverage Team to develop and maintain a training scheduling system, including follow-ups and progress reports for store managers and regional directors, • Assist in the creation of training materials, including internal training videos and documentation for new menus, beverage launches, and operational standards, • Support seasonal menu launches and new beverage program rollouts across NYC locations New Store Openings • Assist the Beverage Director and New Store Opening (NSO) team with NYC-based store launches • Schedule, prepare and distribute NSO kits, packaging and dispatching of items to new locations in advance of openings, • Work on site for the pre-opening week and into the first 1-2 weeks of the opening to oversee the barista team on site, • Follow up as needed to ensure maman standards are upheld Technical Support \& Equipment Coordination • Serve as the first technical responder for beverage equipment issues - know when to handle in house and when to escalate to coffee service partners for technical support • Troubleshoot issues with store team via electronic communication or through in-person visits as needed, • Maintain communication between store teams, technicians, and the Beverage Team regarding equipment issues and solutions, • Assist Beverage Team with supplying NYC stores with any new tools or technology needed to achieve a new seasonal menu or new beverage product launch, • Manage stock of beverage-related small wares and replacement parts, coordinating the dispatch of supplies to NYC stores through drivers at least twice per week based on store requests, • Oversee NYC-wide water filtration purchasing and management across 29+ store locations, • Maintain sufficient inventory of all filter variations and related supplies for dispatch Administration \& Communication • Track and log ongoing store equipment or operational issues identified through Preventative Maintenance reports, overseeing scheduling of maintenance visits and communicating effectively with in store leaders and Beverage Team • Conduct audits of all store weekly recap emails to address and schedule any maintenance or repairs needed, • Keep clear, timely communication with the Beverage Director, Beverage Team and store teams, • Perform basic bookkeeping for beverage department purchases, maintaining organized records related to purchasing, training, maintenance, and store support, • Remain flexible and available to assist with duties related to cafe operations or the beverage department as needed, • Be available for occasional weekend calls related to emergencies or store opening requirements Qualifications \& Skills • 3--5 years of cafe or specialty coffee experience preferred, • High-level barista skills and strong understanding of beverage standards and execution, • Experience with coffee equipment including basic familiarity with La Marzocco espresso machines and Fetco brewers, • NYC Food Handlers Certification, • Excellent time management, communication, and problem-solving skills, • Willingness and ability to travel frequently throughout NYC region, working out of several locations weekly, • Energetic, approachable, adaptable with experience building and training high-performing teams • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods, • Be prepared to share your latte art or any other relevant materials or certifications with the team! What We Offer At maman, we're proud to provide a supportive and people-first environment where leaders can thrive and grow. Our Regional Beverage Trainers enjoy: • A collaborative culture that values teamwork, initiative, and continuous improvement, • Competitive salary and growth opportunities within a fast-growing brand, • Comprehensive healthcare options, 401k and commuter benefits, • Two weeks Paid Time Off and a flexible, supportive work environment, • Ongoing professional development, training, and opportunities for internal mobility, • Sweet perks cookies, coffee, and in-store discounts, • A company culture where we roll up our sleeves, support one another, and celebrate shared success 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. Thank you for your interest in maman and look forward to chatting with you.

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  • Host / Hostess
    Host / Hostess
    29 days ago
    $18 hourly
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Location: Greenwich Village, NYC Job Type: Part-time / Full-time About Us: Wicked Willy’s is an exciting, pirate-themed bar and restaurant in the heart of Greenwich Village, blending great food, drinks, and live entertainment with a lively and immersive atmosphere. From karaoke nights to themed parties, every night is an adventure at Wicked Willy’s! We’re looking for an energetic Host to be the face of our crew and welcome guests aboard. Position Overview: As a Host, you will be responsible for creating a fun and engaging first impression for every guest. You’ll set the tone for a swashbuckling experience while managing reservations, coordinating with servers, and maintaining smooth seating flow during busy hours. Pirate-themed attire and a love for hospitality are essential for this role! Key Responsibilities: • Greet guests with enthusiasm and pirate charm, ensuring they feel welcome from the moment they walk in., • Coordinate seating with servers and ensure tables are efficiently managed., • Answer phones to assist with reservations, inquiries, and take-out orders., • Promote and inform guests about upcoming events, themed nights, and specials., • Help maintain the cleanliness and organization of the host station and entryway., • Occasionally assist with special events or themed activities, staying in character as part of the pirate crew! Qualifications: -Experience not required • Excellent communication and customer service skills., • A friendly and outgoing personality with a flair for engaging guests., • Ability to multitask and stay organized during busy shifts., • Team-oriented attitude with a passion for creating memorable guest experiences.

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