Job Overview We are seeking a part time/flexible Personal Assistant to join our team. In this role, you will be the first point of contact for clients and provide essential administrative support to keep our office running smoothly. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Personal Assistant experience is beneficial for assisting customers and managing executive schedules. Join our team as a Personal Assistant where your contributions will be valued, and your skills will help create a welcoming atmosphere for our clients! compensation: $35.00 employment type: part-time experience level: entry level
The Museum of Contemporary African Diasporan Art (MoCADA, Brooklyn’s first and only Black arts museum dedicated to celebrating contemporary art and culture from across the African diaspora, including our new cafe space. Welcome to MoCADA Culture Lab II, a 50+ seat cafe in the heart of Fort Greene, one block from Barclays. While our art gallery/museum has been our life’s work, our cafe at Culture Lab II is our newest endeavor that will enable us to further bridge the divide between culture, people, and valued experience. At MoCADA Culture Lab II, we celebrate the African Diaspora through music, art, food, coffee, and presentation. As such, we’re seeking an experienced Barista to elevate our program and enhance our guest experience. Working with local vendors who will deliver food daily, work special events, all while serving high-quality coffee, juices, beer and wine that complement our sweet and savory light bites, the person who is perfect for this role is passionate, amiable, and a skilled professional that can work on our team. Responsibilities – The Barista will work closely with the Executive Director, the Director of Live Events, and other key staff to drive food and beverage sales, maintain quality control, activate special events, and assist in the training and development of our barista team – This position is ideal for someone with a deep love for cafe culture, African/Caribbean culture, art, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to delivering exceptional customer service – Prepare/Heat and serve light bites (pastries, savory nibbles like patties) and high-quality lattes and coffee beverages using a Ninja ES601 machine – Assist in developing seasonal coffee menus and specialty drinks – Maintain knowledge of coffee origins, blends, and proper brewing techniques – Ensure proper grinder calibration, espresso extraction, and milk steaming techniques – Uphold MoCADA standards of hospitality, cleanliness, and efficiency – Collaborate with leadership to enhance sales and improve guest experience between the cafe and the gallery – Work with staff to create content for social media channels – Support special events within the cafe and or gallery + cafe, or offsite. – Maintain equipment and troubleshoot minor technical issues as needed – Day Shift, Evening shift, or full day shift (12-8pm or 12-5pm) Qualifications – Prior barista experience in a specialty coffee shop or café – Strong understanding of coffee preparation, grind size adjustments, and extraction techniques as well as knowledge of different coffee blends and brewing methods – Ability to create high-quality coffee art – Passion for cafe culture and a strong desire to learn and grow in the craft – Experience serving food (from third party vendors is a plus) – Experience working special events including high profile – NY Food Handler Certification (Required) – Availability Friday, Saturday and Sunday (Required) – Knowledge of Square POS is a plus Benefits – Opportunity to work with down-to-earth art leaders who are passionate about the African diaspora, cafe culture, art, music, and community – A dynamic, team-oriented environment that values craftsmanship and hospitality, and community – Competitive wages plus tips – A chance to contribute to a growing and beloved Brooklyn arts institution – Pay: $20 per hour – Expected hours: 15 – 20 per week (Friday – Sunday + special events) – Employee discounts – Paid training
osition Overview: We are looking for a passionate and highly skilled Sous Chef to join our dynamic culinary team. The ideal candidate will have a deep love for food, with a particular appreciation for Eastern cuisine and culinary traditions. This role requires someone who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen environment, maintains a meticulous attention to detail, and is always ready to go the extra mile to ensure excellence in every dish. As a Sous Chef, you will work closely with the Executive Chef to oversee kitchen operations and guide a team of cooks to deliver top-quality meals in line with our high standards. Key Responsibilities: Support Kitchen Operations: Assist the Executive Chef in day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring food preparation, cooking, and presentation meet our high-quality standards. Food Preparation and Cooking: Prepare and cook dishes according to recipes and guidelines, paying particular attention to the authenticity and balance of Eastern flavors. Menu Development: Contribute ideas for seasonal menus, special dishes, and creative presentations, with a strong emphasis on the rich traditions of Eastern cuisine. Team Management: Lead, train, and motivate kitchen staff. Foster a collaborative, positive work environment to ensure a smooth flow of operations. Quality Control: Maintain a strict focus on food quality and consistency, ensuring that every dish that leaves the kitchen is executed to perfection. Inventory and Stock Management: Assist in managing kitchen supplies and inventory, ensuring that stock levels are maintained and that ingredients are always fresh. Health & Safety: Ensure compliance with food safety regulations, cleanliness, and organizational practices in the kitchen. Required Skills and Qualifications: Proven experience as a Sous Chef or in a similar role within a high-end kitchen, with a strong focus on Eastern cuisine. Deep passion for food, cooking, and the culinary arts, especially with a focus on Eastern flavors, ingredients, and techniques. Excellent knowledge of Asian culinary traditions, techniques, and ingredients. Strong leadership and teamwork skills, with the ability to inspire and guide kitchen staff. Attention to detail and high standards of cleanliness, safety, and food quality. Ability to work well under pressure and adapt in a fast-paced environment. Strong organizational skills and a hands-on approach to kitchen management. A positive, proactive attitude and a strong work ethic. Personality Traits: The ideal Sous Chef will have a genuine passion for food and a deep respect for the artistry behind cooking, particularly in the context of Eastern cuisine. You should be someone who thrives on continuous learning, seeks to improve culinary techniques, and enjoys collaborating with others in a team-oriented environment. Enthusiasm, diligence, and a commitment to excellence are core values we seek in every team member.
We are seeking a passionate and skilled Executive Chef to join our culinary team in a dynamic and fast-paced kitchen environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the food industry, with experience in kitchen management and culinary arts. As a Executive Chef, you will play a key role in supporting the Head Chef in menu planning, food preparation, and maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation. Duties Assist the Head Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations and ensuring smooth workflow. Prepare and cook high-quality dishes according to established recipes and standards. Supervise kitchen staff, providing guidance and training as needed to enhance their skills. Ensure food safety and sanitation practices are followed consistently. Collaborate with the culinary team to develop new menu items and seasonal offerings. Manage inventory levels, including ordering supplies and minimizing waste. Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and workstations. Assist in managing food costs while maintaining quality standards. Skills Strong knowledge of culinary techniques and food preparation methods. Experience in fine dining or upscale restaurant settings is preferred. Proficiency in kitchen management, including supervising staff and coordinating tasks. Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members. Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining attention to detail. Familiarity with food service management principles, including inventory control. A background in bartending is a plus for creating beverage pairings with dishes. Passion for hospitality and delivering exceptional dining experiences. Join our team as a Sous Chef where your culinary expertise will shine, contributing to an unforgettable dining experience for our guests. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $80,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year Ability to Commute: Edgewater, NJ 07020 (Preferred) Ability to Relocate: Edgewater, NJ 07020: Relocate before starting work (Preferred) Work Location: In person
We’re seeking a Hospitality Service Technician to join our Operations team. The Hospitality Service Technician will report directly to the Service Manager/Supervisor. What You’ll Do: The Hospitality Service Technician will provide genuine anticipatory service to clients and participants in all aspects of hospitality and conference services. In this position, you will interact with our clients and ensure they have a great experience at Convene. You will work in partnership with the Culinary, Production, Technology teams to ensure we are exceeding the expectations of our clients. At all times, the Service Technician is expected to be attentive to our clients’ needs and make them feel welcomed, important, and relaxed. We need someone with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as well as someone highly motivated and ready to work with others. Our employees carry our Core Values every day: Genuine, Relentless, Integrity, and Teamwork. • Greet all clients with enthusiasm and friendliness, • Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times, • Provide world-class service, in accordance with our Brand Standards, • Set up, replenish, maintain, and breakdown Food and Beverage stations, • Accommodate special client needs and last minute requests, • Develop relationships with clients, • Accurately answer client questions about culinary and our spaces in a friendly manner, • Read, understand, and execute Program Execution Orders, • Follow checklists and Standard Operating Procedures, • Set up and breakdown conference rooms and refreshing rooms as needed, • Perform facility maintenance, • Maintain safe, clean, organized, and well-stocked work areas, • Responsible for constant sanitation, organization, and proper food handling, • Have full knowledge of menus, recipes, and other pertinent information, • Perform opening, mid-shift, and closing duties in accordance with company standards, • Perform cleaning duties including: wiping down tables and chairs, cleaning glasses, washing dishes, polishing glass and silverware, making rollups, • Maintain a professional appearance at all times, • Maintain professional working relationships with team, • Follows all Company drink recipes and procedures, • Proficiently prepares blended and cold drinks provided by the cafe, • Full knowledge of coffee and tea menu, • Perform additional duties as assigned What We Look For: • Minimum 2 years server experience, • 1 year of coffee experience a plus, • Basic knowledge of food and beverage, • Proven excellent communication and interpersonal skills, • Proven good organizational skills, • Must be highly motivated and ready to lead other team members, • Proficient in multitasking, • Food Hygiene or Food Handling Certificate preferred, • TIPS Certification preferred, • Flexible and long hours are sometimes required., • Ability to move, carry, push, pull and place objects up to 25 pounds without assistance, • Ability to reach overhead and below the knees, • Ability to stand, sit, and walk for an extended period of time Compensation: The above job definition information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on changing business needs and conditions. Full Time Hourly Rate: $21 This role is also eligible for Convene's annual incentive performance bonus plan. This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors. Who We Are: Convene is a global hospitality company that manages a growing portfolio of lifestyle brands focused on revolutionizing the way people meet, work, and gather. It creates hospitality-driven experiences and uniquely designed destinations across its various brands with the singular mission of fostering human-to-human connection.The Convene portfolio comprises Convene, etc.venues by Convene, and Convene Signature, offering clients multiple products including event venues, meeting rooms, flexible office spaces, and building amenity centers. With hospitality at its core, each brand and product offers on-site culinary, in-room A/V, production services, and dedicated hospitality staffing resources.As the largest single provider of dedicated meeting and event venues in the U.S. and UK, and with a growing footprint of flexible office space, the Convene portfolio has a network of nearly 40 locations across nine global cities. We’re Here For You: At Convene, you’ll receive: Health and Wellness • Excellent health coverage for you and your family starting day one, • 24/7 virtual care through Centivo Care, • Employee Assistance Program: emotional well-being and support for everyday life, • Fertility & family planning through Kindbody Time Off and Work-Life Balance • Generous paid time off plus time off for your birthday, • A Holiday closure each year to allow all employees to unplug and recharge, • Paid time off for new parents: maternity, paternity, adoption Financial Support and Benefits • 401K plan with company matching, • Financial support for education: for attending conferences, taking courses, or gaining certifications Professional Development and Recognition • Continuous professional and personal development support, • Employee recognition and reward programs to mark achievements and milestones Community and Impact • Opportunities to volunteer, donate, and participate in community give-back initiatives, • The opportunity to have a significant impact on your team and the business in the work that you do
We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Prep Cook to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate will play a vital role in the kitchen, assisting with food preparation and ensuring that all meals are prepared to the highest standards. This position is perfect for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a strong interest in menu planning and food handling. Duties Assist in the preparation of ingredients for daily meals, including washing, chopping, and measuring. Collaborate with chefs to execute menu planning and ensure all dishes meet quality standards. Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen area, adhering to food safety regulations. Support meal preparation for catering events and special occasions as needed. Help with inventory management by tracking supplies and reporting shortages. Follow recipes accurately to ensure consistency in taste and presentation. Participate in training sessions to improve skills related to food handling and kitchen operations. Fill orders from in-person guests and from online applications (e.g., Grub Hub, Uber Eats, Door Dash) Provide exceptional customer service. Bilingual (Spanish and English) preferred but not required. Requirements Previous experience in a kitchen or restaurant setting is preferred but not required. Knowledge of food preparation techniques and safety standards is essential. Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining attention to detail. Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a team environment. Familiarity with dietary department practices is a plus. Willingness to learn and adapt to new cooking methods and menu items. A passion for cooking and helping others enjoy delicious meals. Join our team as a Prep Cook, where you can develop your culinary skills while contributing to an exciting kitchen environment! Job Type: Part-time Pay: $16.00 - $18.60 per hour Expected hours: No more than 30 per week Shift: Evening shift Night shift Shift availability: Night Shift (Preferred) Day Shift (Preferred) Ability to Commute: Fort Lee, New Jersey (Required) Ability to Relocate: Fort Lee, New Jersey: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person
Position: Business Development Intern Location: Remote / Hybrid (NYC-based applicants preferred) Internship Duration: 3–6 months (3–5 days/week, negotiable) Compensation: Commission Based Work Authorization: OPT holders are welcome; high-performing interns may be considered for full-time employment and future sponsorship opportunities Language Requirement: Bilingual – Fluent in both English and Mandarin Chinese About the Role We are looking for a proactive and responsible Business Development Intern to join our team. You will assist in identifying potential business opportunities, supporting key projects, and participating in external partnership activities. This is a dynamic role that requires both strategic thinking and strong communication skills. We are looking for someone who can build trust externally and collaborate actively within the team. If you’re eager to grow, take ownership, and work in a bilingual business environment, we’d love to meet you. Key Responsibilities Support the development and maintenance of relationships with clients, channel partners, and business stakeholders Conduct business research, initiate outreach, handle basic needs assessment, and assist in document preparation Help draft proposals, pricing, and business documents; follow up on progress and client feedback Coordinate external meetings, business negotiations, and take meeting minutes Organize and update client records, CRM data, and project progress sheets Collaborate across teams (sales, marketing, operations) to ensure seamless execution of business initiatives What We’re Looking For We prioritize potential and attitude over experience. You're a great fit if you: Are based in or near NYC, or available to join occasional in-person activities Are fluent in both English and Mandarin Chinese (spoken and written) Are from any major; Business, Communications, Marketing, or Tech-related fields are a plus Enjoy communicating with people and adapt well to different interaction styles Are comfortable conducting in-person client visits or external outreach when needed Take ownership seriously — you value commitment, pay attention to details, and aim for results Are self-motivated, eager to learn, and open to challenges Work well in teams and can navigate cross-functional collaboration effectively Are on OPT or legally eligible to work in the U.S.; future sponsorship may be available for strong candidates What You’ll Gain Direct involvement with core business development operations Real-world experience in partnership building, project execution, and client management Rapid growth in essential skills for business and communication Internship certificate, personalized recommendation letter, and priority access to full-time opportunities
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