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  • Line Cook
    Line Cook
    16 days ago
    $17–$20 hourly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    CULTIVATE A BETTER EXPERIENCE At Adobo Mexican Grill, food served fast doesn’t have to feel like “fast food.” We’re redefining what it means to serve fresh, flavorful, and customizable Mexican cuisine made with care. From cooking on the grill to preparing custom orders, we do things differently — with quality, teamwork, and pride. We invite you to join us as we continue to grow, innovate, and bring a better dining experience to every guest. THE OPPORTUNITY As Line Cook , you’ll be at the heart of our kitchen operations. You’ll learn how to cook dishes, grill meats, chopping, fry sides, and sauté vegetables to perfection and much more. You’ll also oversee stocking, prepping, and cleaning to ensure that our kitchen always runs at its best. Beyond food preparation, you’ll train and develop team members to become future Kitchen Leaders themselves. The Line Cook ensures the quality, safety, and consistency of Adobo’s food every day. They keep the kitchen clean, organized, and stocked, while also making sure equipment is maintained and in good condition. As a role model, the Kitchen Leader inspires Crew members, promotes teamwork, and creates an environment where every guest leaves happy. WHAT YOU’LL DO In addition to following Adobo’s policies and procedures, key responsibilities include: Cooking and prepping food Ensuring every food meets our high standards. Grilling meats, frying menu items, and sautéing vegetables for custom orders. Stocking, rotating, and managing kitchen inventory (FIFO). Monitoring food quality, safety, and waste, resolving issues quickly. Supporting teamwork between back-of-house and front-of-house staff. Custom made orders Developing and training Crew members to grow into leadership roles. Maintaining a clean, sanitized, and well-organized kitchen at all times. Ensuring kitchen equipment is in good working order and coordinating timely repairs. Following all safety guidelines to prevent accidents and injuries. Completing necessary checklists, logs, and safety documentation. WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE TABLE Passion for cooking fresh, flavorful food. Perfer 21+ be at least years old Ability to understand and uphold Adobo’s quality and integrity standards. Strong communication skills in the primary language(s) of the restaurant. High school diploma (preferred). Prior restaurant, kitchen, or food service experience. WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU Free meals during your shift. Competitive pay. Flexible scheduling. Growth opportunities (most of our managers started as Crew). A supportive team environment where your work matters.

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  • Restaurant Manager
    Restaurant Manager
    18 days ago
    $30–$35 hourly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Restaurant Manager to lead our team in delivering exceptional dining experiences. The ideal candidate will possess strong management skills, a passion for food service, and a comprehensive understanding of restaurant operations. This role involves overseeing daily restaurant functions, ensuring excellent customer service, managing staff, and maintaining high standards of food safety and quality. The Restaurant Manager will play a pivotal role in fostering a positive work environment and driving the success of our establishment. Responsibilities Oversee daily restaurant operations, including food preparation, service, and cleanliness Manage staff scheduling, training, and development to ensure efficient team performance Supervise food handling, safety protocols, and ensure compliance with health regulations Handle cash transactions and POS system. Control inventory levels, order supplies, and manage food and beverage costs effectively Ensure high standards of customer service are maintained at all times Lead shift management, including opening and closing procedures Monitor restaurant performance metrics to achieve operational goals Maintain a welcoming environment that reflects hospitality excellence Willing to make pizza and prep if needed Experience Proven management experience in quick service & fast food restaurants or casual dining environments Extensive background in food service management, including supervising teams, marketing and sales Familiarity with POS systems; cash handling experience required Experience in inventory control, budgeting, and cost management within the food industry Prior experience in fine dining or hospitality management is a plus Strong leadership skills with the ability to train & develop staff effectively Knowledge of food safety standards, culinary practices, and kitchen management Demonstrated ability to handle customer service issues professionally and efficiently Previous experience with shift management in a restaurant setting is highly desirable This position offers an exciting opportunity for a dedicated professional to lead a vibrant team in a fast-paced environment while ensuring operational excellence. We value leadership, innovation, and a passion for delivering memorable dining experiences. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour Benefits: Employee discount Work Location: In person

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  • Coffee Barista
    Coffee Barista
    1 month ago
    Full-time
    Fair Lawn

    Bite Food & Coffee Co. is a restaurant serving juice, smoothies, acai bowls, burgers, salads, sandwiches, and more! Enjoy customer service? Got Server/Barista skills? Come and join us! We are opening a new location and are hiring all shifts! Full-time and flexible part-time available. As our server/barista you will play a key role in our energetic team of food and beverage enthusiasts who are driven to provide excellent customer service. You’ll have the opportunity to be part of a fun atmosphere where both customers and employees have a great experience that’s welcoming and engaging. Responsibilities include: Make and serve tea, juice, coffee and smoothie beverages Promote customer relationships and loyalty with positive attitude Maintain a clean and sanitized work station Follow health and safety guidelines Adhere to recipes and presentations for food and beverage items Be punctual and able to observe regular and consistent attendance Use of Toast POS for food/beverage orders If you are someone who exhibits the follow characteristics, we'd love to hear from you: Previous Server/ Barista / Coffee Service Experience Previous server experience highly preferred Experienced and comfortable with working busy shifts Friendly, outgoing and dedicated to outstanding customer service Tidy and self-disciplined Detailed-oriented and passionate about product quality Willingness to learn Please reply with resume if possible. Candidates should be willing to work weekends and holidays if possible Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour Benefits: Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid training Work Location: In person

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  • Server
    Server
    1 month ago
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    City Table & Tavern Located in the heart of the Clinton District, City Tavern and Table serves a traditional American menu, focusing on craft cooking, classically crafted cocktails and detail oriented service. The design, influenced by the traditional dinner clubs of NYC, London, and Paris, includes multiple dining rooms. Areas of Responsibilities: Ensure that all guests and team members feel genuinely welcomed and fundamentally honored. Be an advocate of all internal policies, procedures, standards, specifications, guidelines, and training programs. Help monitor and achieve company objectives in sales, service standards, and quality. Fully understand and comply with all federal, state, county and municipal regulations that pertain to health, safety and labor requirements of the restaurant, employees, and guests. Ideal Experience: Two years of dining room experience in a high volume, upscale restaurant. Strong beverage knowledge. Proven track record of dependability and a passion for hospitality. Weekend and Night availability Compensation Details Compensation: Hourly ($11.00) plus tips Benefits & Perks: Dining Discounts Required Skills Customer Service Skills Teamwork Attention to Detail Communication Skills Problem Solving Skills Time Management Ability to work in a fast paced environment Adaptability Sales Skills Knowledge of Health and Safety Regulations Ability to Work In a High Pressure Environment Time Management Skills Leadership Skills Ability to Follow Policies and Procedures Organizational Skills Interpersonal Skills Ability to Follow Procedures Flexibility in scheduling Point of Sale Commitment to Quality Service

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