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  • Retail Sales Associate – Pop-Ups & Street Fairs (High-Energy Role)
    Retail Sales Associate – Pop-Ups & Street Fairs (High-Energy Role)
    7 days ago
    $18–$20 hourly
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    We’re hiring confident, sales-driven associates to run outdoor booths and street fairs across NYC. This is not a passive retail job. You will be expected to actively engage customers, drive sales, and perform in a fast-paced, outdoor environment. If you’re not comfortable starting conversations, this role is not for you. About alchemy. alchemy. is a New York–based lifestyle brand offering elevated, NYC-inspired apparel, jewelry, and fragrance. We operate in high-traffic locations including JFK Terminal 8 and the Westfield World Trade Center, and are expanding rapidly through pop-ups and street fairs. What You’ll Do • Set up and break down a full outdoor booth (tents, racks, tables, inventory), • Actively stop and engage customers — every interaction matters, • Sell with intention: recommend, bundle, and upsell products, • Learn product details and communicate them confidently, • Keep the booth clean, organized, and visually strong at all times, • Handle transactions via POS (Square), • Stay sharp, energized, and focused throughout long shifts This Role Is For You If • You are naturally outgoing and not afraid to approach strangers, • You’ve worked in sales, hospitality, or high-volume retail, • You like being on your feet and staying busy, • You can handle pressure and still bring great energy, • You understand that your effort directly impacts sales This Role Is NOT For You If • You prefer waiting for customers to approach you, • You are uncomfortable initiating conversation, • You need constant direction or supervision, • You’re not comfortable working outdoors in heat, wind, or cold Performance Expectations • Greet every customer within seconds, • Drive multiple-item purchases (not just single transactions), • Contribute to daily sales goals, • Maintain a high-energy, inviting environment at all times Schedule & Pay • Part-time / event-based (weekends required), • Typical shifts: 8–10 hours, • $20/hour Why This Role • High-impact, fast-paced environment (no boring shifts), • Direct exposure to building a growing NYC brand, • Opportunity to grow into lead roles for pop-ups and events To Apply Send a quick note telling us: 1. Your experience with sales or customer interaction, 2. Why you’d be strong in a fast-paced, outdoor environment

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  • Assistant Restaurant Manager
    Assistant Restaurant Manager
    9 hours ago
    Full-time
    Newark

    Job description Position Summary The Assistant Manager will drive the strategic integration of Fresh Coast Restaurant into a unified, scalable restaurant concept while leading daily operations, team performance, and the execution of pop-up and catering initiatives. This role requires a hands-on operator with strong leadership, business acumen, and the ability to build systems that support growth without compromising quality, culture, or profitability. Key Responsibilities/Concept Integration & Brand Leadership • Lead the integration of Proven Poke and Fresh Coast into a single, cohesive brand and operating model, • Partner with ownership and culinary leadership to align menu development, service standards, pricing, and brand positioning, • Design, implement, and enforce standardized operating procedures across all locations and events, • Ensure consistency in guest experience, product quality, and brand execution Restaurant Operations • Oversee all day-to-day operations across front-of-house and back-of-house, • Manage labor, food costs, inventory, scheduling, and vendor relationships, • Track and optimize key performance indicators, including sales, margins, guest satisfaction, and employee retention, • Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and labor regulations Team Leadership & Development • Recruit, train, and develop both management and hourly team members, • Build and maintain a high-performance, accountable, and team-oriented culture, • Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing coaching and development, • Lead by example through active floor and kitchen presence Pop-Up & Catering Operations • Plan and execute pop-up restaurants and catering events from concept through completion, • Oversee logistics including staffing, menu execution, equipment, transportation, and setup, • Serve as the on-site leader to ensure seamless operations and exceptional guest experiences, • Identify and pursue new opportunities to expand catering and pop-up revenue streams Financial & Strategic Management • Develop and manage operational and event budgets, • Analyze financial performance and implement strategies to achieve profitability targets, • Support growth initiatives, including new locations, partnerships, and special projects Qualifications • 5+ years of restaurant management experience; multi-unit or concept development experience preferred, • Proven leadership in fast-casual or full-service environments, • Strong financial, operational, and organizational capabilities, • Experience with catering, pop-ups, or off-site events preferred, • Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, hands-on environment, • Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, • Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and event-based schedules Core Competencies • Entrepreneurial mindset with a strong passion for hospitality, • Ability to build scalable systems while remaining agile, • Detail-oriented with strong strategic awareness, • Commitment to brand integrity and guest-first service Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Application Question(s): • What is the pay range that you are desiring for this job? Experience: • Restaurant management: 3 years (Preferred) License/Certification: • ServSafe (Required) Ability to Commute: • Newark, NJ 07102 (Preferred) Work Location: In person

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