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  • Operations Assistant
    Operations Assistant
    10 days ago
    $25–$35 hourly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    You’ll be the operational backbone and right hand to a fast-moving founder with ADHD. This is not a passive admin role — it’s a mix of operations, project management, and executive assistance. Your superpower is bringing structure, calm, and follow-through to creative chaos. You’ll help turn ideas into organized systems, keep priorities on track, manage logistics, and make sure nothing falls through the cracks. If you love making order out of complexity, thrive in dynamic environments, and enjoy enabling a founder to do their best work — this role is for you. Key Responsibilities • Executive Assistance, • Manage email, calendar, and scheduling (anticipate needs, protect focus time), • Prepare for meetings, follow up on action items, and maintain accountability systems, • Communicate on behalf of the founder with tact and clarity, • Operations & Systems, • Build and refine processes for recurring tasks (operations, finance, HR, projects), • Maintain Notion, ClickUp, or similar tools for task tracking and documentation, • Streamline workflows — automate, delegate, or document where possible, • Project Management, • Translate big ideas into clear plans with timelines and milestones, • Keep projects moving forward and ensure follow-through, • Coordinate between contractors, clients, or internal stakeholders, • Personal/Founder Support (as needed), • Manage errands, travel, or life admin that impacts work focus, • Act as accountability partner for goals, routines, and commitments You Might Be a Fit If You • Are organized, detail-oriented, and proactive — you think two steps ahead, • Love creating systems and keeping others on track, • Enjoy working with neurodiverse founders and can offer calm consistency, • Have strong written communication and follow-through, • Are tech-savvy (Google Workspace, Notion, Asana, Slack, Zapier, etc.), • Are comfortable in a startup or creative environment where priorities shift Nice to Have • Experience supporting founders or small business owners, • Background in operations, administration, or project coordination, • Understanding of ADHD-friendly productivity frameworks (time blocking, external accountability, etc.) Compensation & Logistics • Type: Full-time or part-time (flexible for the right fit), • Location: Remote or hybrid (depending on founder’s location), • Compensation: $25/ Hour + bonuses How to Apply Send your resume and a brief note explaining: • Why you’re drawn to supporting a neurodiverse founder, • An example of a system you built that improved someone’s workflow, • Mention project that you have done in technology, events, management and marketing

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  • Prep Cook
    Prep Cook
    23 days ago
    $17–$19 hourly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Location: New York City, NY Company: Brown Bag Sandwich Co. Brown Bag Sandwich Co. is the first chopped sandwich concept in NYC. We exist to pay homage to all of the NYC delis that came before us. We focus on house-made meats to ensure that our product is quality, consistent, and accessible. As a startup, we're looking for dedicated individuals who are excited to grow and evolve with us. Key Responsibilities: -Early Morning Prep Cook Position 6am-12pm Tuesday-Saturday. • Ingredient Preparation: Efficiently prepare and portion house-made meats, vegetables, and other ingredients according to recipe standards and specifications., • Sanitation and Hygiene: Maintain a high standard of cleanliness and sanitation in the prep area, adhering to food safety regulations and ensuring a safe working environment., • Stock Management: Monitor ingredient levels, rotate stock, and inform the chef if supplies need to be reordered., • Recipe Adherence: Follow recipes and prep lists accurately to ensure consistency and quality of all ingredients and finished products., • Equipment Maintenance: Clean and maintain kitchen equipment, including slicers, mixers, and knives, ensuring they are in proper working condition., • Team Collaboration: Work closely with kitchen staff to coordinate prep tasks and support a smooth workflow throughout service hours., • Prior experience as a prep cook or in a similar role is preferred., • Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices., • Ability to work early morning hours and manage time effectively., • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow recipes and instructions., • Good physical stamina and the ability to handle repetitive tasks and lift heavy items., • Collaborate with team members to ensure a smooth and efficient kitchen operation., • Opportunity to be a part of a unique and innovative food concept in NYC., • Friendly and supportive work environment., • Competitive pay and potential for growth within the company., • A chance to help shape the future of Brown Bag Sandwich Co. as we expand and evolve., • $17-19/hour, • Estimate of $100-$200 per week in tips, depending on seasonality

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