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  • Bartender and Waiter / Waitress
    Bartender and Waiter / Waitress
    1 month ago
    $14–$15 hourly
    Full-time
    Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn

    We are seeking a talented and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Bartender and Waiter/Waitress. At Copacabana Seafood and Brunch, we pride ourselves on delivering an exceptional dining experience with a vibrant Caribbean-inspired atmosphere, fresh seafood, and lively music. As a Bartender, you will be responsible for: • Preparing and serving a wide range of beverages, including cocktails, beers, and non-alcoholic drinks., • Maintaining a clean and organized bar area., • Interacting with guests, taking orders, and providing recommendations., • Ensuring compliance with all food and beverage regulations. As a Waiter/Waitress, you will be responsible for: • Providing excellent customer service to ensure a memorable dining experience., • Taking food and beverage orders accurately and efficiently., • Serving meals and drinks to guests., • Assisting with table setup, clearing, and restaurant cleanliness., • Addressing guest inquiries and resolving any issues promptly. Key Requirements: • Previous experience in a similar role within a fast-paced restaurant or bar environment., • Strong knowledge of cocktail preparation and beverage service., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills., • Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment., • Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays., • A passion for hospitality and delivering outstanding guest service.

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  • Front Desk Team Member Wanted – Taiwanese Restaurant in LIC
    Front Desk Team Member Wanted – Taiwanese Restaurant in LIC
    1 month ago
    $13–$18 hourly
    Part-time
    Long Island City, Queens

    Overview We are seeking an energetic and friendly Front Desk Team Member to join our vibrant Taiwanese restaurant located in LIC. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a lively environment, enjoys engaging with guests, and has a passion for delivering exceptional customer service. As the first point of contact, you will create a welcoming atmosphere, ensure smooth operations at the front desk, and support our team in providing an authentic dining experience. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your hospitality skills while working in a dynamic, multicultural setting. Responsibilities • Greet guests warmly upon arrival and assist with seating arrangements to ensure a positive first impression, • Manage guests efficiently using POS systems (Toast POS), • Answer phone inquiries with professionalism and provide accurate information about the menu, reservations, and restaurant policies, • Handle reservations, waitlist management, and guest inquiries to optimize seating flow and reduce wait times, • Collaborate with kitchen and service staff to coordinate guest needs and enhance overall dining experience, • Packing takeout orders, • Assisting with simple food prep when needed Requirements • Previous experience as a host/hostess or in food service is highly preferred, • Strong communication skills with excellent phone etiquette and guest interaction abilities, • Familiarity with restaurant POS systems (Toast POS) is a plus, • Demonstrated customer service skills with a friendly, professional demeanor, • Ability to multitask efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail, • Fluent in English and Chinese Join us to be part of a passionate team dedicated to delivering authentic Taiwanese cuisine and memorable guest experiences! We value energetic individuals who are eager to grow within the hospitality industry while providing top-tier service in a lively setting.

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  • FRONT OF HOUSE LINE COOK
    FRONT OF HOUSE LINE COOK
    1 month ago
    $18–$22 hourly
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    This position is GUEST FACING. We are on the hunt for an experienced line cook to join our talented team and help prepare meals according to our standard recipes. This position is a hybrid position in which you will also work in the back of house prepping for service on some days. Your principal goal will be to prepare high-quality meals that meet the chef’s exact specifications. This position is customer facing and you will be taking orders and fulfilling them. The ideal candidate is high energy, friendly, and loves engaging with customers. You will be responsible for setting up the prep station, stocking inventory, and maintaining sanitation standards. To be successful in this role, the ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and multi-tasking skills. Ultimately, you will play an essential role in contributing to our customer satisfaction and restaurant growth. Line Cook Responsibilities: Ensuring the preparation station and the kitchen are set up and stocked. Preparing simple components of each dish on the menu by chopping vegetables, cutting meat, and preparing sauces. Reporting to the executive chef and following instructions. Making sure food preparation and storage areas meet health and safety standards. Cleaning prep areas and taking care of leftovers. Stocking inventory and supplies. Cooking menu items with the support of the kitchen staff.

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  • Restaurant General Manager
    Restaurant General Manager
    1 month ago
    $80000–$90000 yearly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    We are looking for a leader who can oversee operations, maintain high standards, and bring consistency across multiple restaurants. We are a growing restaurant group operating multiple high-volume locations in the West Village. We are looking for a strong, hands-on General Manager to oversee operations across all restaurants. This role is focused on team leadership, service standards, scheduling, and overall operational execution, with limited administrative responsibilities. What You’ll Do Team Leadership • Oversee staff across multiple locations, including front-of-house teams and overall daily operations, • Manage captains and supervisors to ensure strong leadership at each restaurant, • Maintain discipline, accountability, and professionalism across teams, • Scheduling & Labor Control, • Build and manage weekly schedules (7shifts), • Optimize staffing based on business levels, • Control labor cost through effective scheduling, • Adjust staffing in real time when needed, • Operations & Service Standards, • Ensure consistent execution and high standards across all locations, • Monitor service flow, organization, and overall guest experience, • Support teams during service and resolve operational issues, • Conduct regular walk-throughs of all areas to ensure standards are maintained, • Compliance & Organization, • Maintain standards aligned with New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, • Ensure cleanliness, organization, and proper procedures are followed at all times, • Keep all locations inspection-ready, • Training & Development, • Train and coach staff across locations, • Develop strong team leaders and maintain a consistent culture, • Identify performance issues and take action when needed, • Light Administrative Responsibilities, • Review labor performance and operational metrics, • Participate in hiring and team structuring, • Communicate regularly with ownership on performance and needs (No payroll or heavy administrative work required) What We’re Looking For • 5+ years as a GM or senior restaurant manager (NYC experience preferred), • Strong leadership presence and ability to manage teams, • Experience in high-volume, fast-paced environments, • Strong understanding of scheduling and labor control, • Organized, detail-oriented, and hands-on, • Ability to oversee multiple locations, • Compensation, • Salary: $80,000 – $90,000, • Important This is a hands-on operational role across multiple locations, requiring regular presence in the restaurants and strong involvement with the teams.

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  • General Manager – Full-Service Restaurant Operations
    General Manager – Full-Service Restaurant Operations
    2 months 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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