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  • Manager
    Manager
    18 days ago
    Full-time
    Powerhouse Arts District, Jersey City

    We are seeking a dynamic and energetic Manager to lead our team in delivering exceptional food service experiences. This role is vital in overseeing daily restaurant operations, managing staff, ensuring top-quality food preparation, and maintaining outstanding customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, extensive food industry knowledge, and a passion for hospitality excellence. As a Manager, you will drive operational success while fostering a positive and motivated team environment. Duties Oversee all aspects of restaurant operations, including food preparation, service quality, and customer engagement Lead, train, and develop staff to ensure high standards of food safety, hospitality, and teamwork Manage inventory control, ordering supplies, and maintaining optimal stock levels using POS systems such as Toast Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations related to food handling and sanitation standards Supervise shift management, including scheduling staff, cash handling, and resolving customer concerns promptly Monitor food production processes to uphold quality standards in both casual dining and fine dining settings Implement training & development programs to enhance staff skills in culinary techniques, customer service, and food safety Requirements Proven management experience within the food service industry, ideally in quick service or fast food restaurants with casual or fine dining experience Extensive knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and kitchen management Familiarity with POS systems such as Aloha POS or Micros POS for order processing and sales tracking Strong background in inventory control, budgeting, and food cost management Demonstrated leadership skills with experience in supervising teams, interviewing candidates, and staff training & development Excellent customer service skills with the ability to handle diverse guest needs professionally Experience in managing shift operations within a hospitality or restaurant environment Knowledge of food safety standards and regulations related to food handling and sanitation Hospitality management background with experience in catering, banquet services or hotel settings is a plus Join us to lead a vibrant team dedicated to delivering memorable dining experiences! We value energetic leaders who thrive on building strong teams while ensuring operational excellence. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your management career within the thriving food industry.

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  • Piercer/Stylist
    Piercer/Stylist
    3 days ago
    $18–$22 hourly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    MUST HAVE PROFESSIONAL EAR PIERCING EXPERIENCE. Doviana is a new-generation jewelry brand launched in New York City. We make affordable everyday fine jewelry for good vibes and redefine personal jewelry decisions. Doviana is part of a growing trend of direct-to-consumer brands selling fine jewelry at affordable prices by cutting out middlemen. We provide our community the opportunity to get their favorite jewelry for a fraction of the price of larger mainstream jewelers. And we provide our Millennial customers, who’s craving for rapid fresh and affordable jewelries. Our goal is to make timeless, top quality, and affordable luxury jewelry that you can wear every day. We always seek to make simple yet stunning pieces for your daily accessory outfits. We have more than 40 years of jewelry making experience which allow us to combine quality and stylish into one platform for all age shoppers. Simplicity achieves marvelous and Doviana achieves eternally. The Role: (must have ear piercing experience) The Piercer/Stylist is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the Doviana Piercing Studio while driving customer service excellence, increasing profitability and fostering an environment of superior store services to Doviana clientele. They maintain excellent knowledge of infection control and sanitization procedures and keep the piercing studio to the highest sanitization standards at all times. Operations: Ensure health and safety standards are maintained by following internal standards, and local guidelines. Ensure excellent cleanliness of the studio, maintenance of sharps and biohazard waste, and physical space requirements are met. Uphold legal compliance in all customer interactions including verifying proper identification, requirements, and waivers. Update Store Manager on all local laws and protocol updates. Maintain strong communication with Store Manager to manage piercing studio product display. Remain knowledgeable on Doviana products and become an expert on the piercing jewelry assortment inclusive of labret sizing, materials, gemstones, and metals. Work with the Store Manager to minimize shrink of piercing inventory through effective communication and compliance with inventory management systems. Communicate with Store Manager to order necessary piercing equipment. Ensure all legislated paperwork and client record keeping is met and maintained at all times. Oversee and manage all aspects of the piercing studio, working closely with the Store Manager. Support a memorable and customized customer service experience. Answer customers questions regarding to merchandise, brands, etc. Help make informed suggestions that affect the service, and productivity. Help contribute to social media content. Clean and organize the showroom/store/piercing studio. Comfortable with technology and facilitate the checkout process through POS. Help contribute to social media content. Qualifications: 1+ years experience with needle piercing. Experience working with threadless 2-piece piercing jewelry. Up to date with First Aid and Blood-borne Pathogens OSHA Certifications. Have or be registrable with local law enforcement (license or permits). Understanding of local market piercing law requirements. Strong knowledge of health and safety protocols surrounding piercing procedures. Excellent communication & customer service skills. Proficient in Shopify, Points of Sales (for checking out). If not, willing to be trained. At least half-year working experience in retail stores. Ability is to work independently and manage multiple tasks. Flexible work schedule and ability to work overtime as needed. The Successful Candidate Will Have: Love and care Doviana and our customers. Love smiling & love your life (Important). Excellent problem solving skills. Pay attention to details. Strong sales records and able to hit sales targets. Ability to multitask and work well under pressure. Always looking for feedback from customers and co-workers. Schedule: Full-time or Part-time (Must be able to work weekends when need) Accommodation / Accessibility: DOVIANA does not discriminate in hiring or terms and conditions of employment because of an individual’s race, ancestry, colour, place of origin, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, family status or marital status, or any other protected category recognized by provincial or federal laws. Should you require any accommodation, please inform us and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs. For any accessibility-related assistance, requests for information in accessible alternative formats or to report any accessibility problems, please share in your application. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour Expected hours: 8 – 40 per week Benefits: Employee discount Flexible schedule Parental leave Professional development assistance Schedule: 4 hour shift 8 hour shift Holidays Weekends as needed Supplemental Pay: Bonus opportunities Commission pay Tips Experience: Ear Piercing: 1 year (Preferred) License/Certification: First Aid Certification (Preferred) Ability to Relocate: New York, NY 10012: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person

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  • Hot Line Cook
    Hot Line Cook
    10 days ago
    $17 hourly
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    We are a growing family-owned business looking for teammates who are passionate about hospitality, food, and coffee! Summary/Objective To prepare, serve, sell and maintain food/beverage items. This includes, taking orders, receiving vendor deliveries and cleaning of food items. These tasks are to be performed in a timely and professional manner to achieve the highest level of guest satisfaction. Essential Function • Understand that our guest is our #1 priority., • Greet guests in a courteous and friendly manner (where applicable)., • Follow all recipes and practice portion control to prepare, garnish, and present ordered items., • Maintain proper and adequate set-up of the kitchen/station daily. This includes requisitioning and stocking of all required food, paper products, and condiments., • Handles, stores, and rotates all products properly., • Responsible for set-up, regular maintenance, cleaning, and break-down of any machinery and equipment., • Responsible for maintaining stock, cutting, and storage of all perishables daily to ensure product quality., • Complete opening, on-going, and closing checklists as required., • Return all items used during your shift to the proper place, clean and organize all work and storage areas, including all coolers and refrigerators, and empty and reline all trash containers., • Assumes 100% responsibility for the quality of products served., • Perform general and specific cleaning tasks using standard cleaning products as assigned by the supervisor to adhere to health standards., • Other duties as assigned., • Required Education & Experience, • One year experience working in food service environment is essential., • High school diploma preferred., • Verbal and written communication is essential. Able to read, speak and understand the Englishlanguage in order to communicate with guests and take orders., • Experience in dealing with problems involving customer service., • Basic mathematical skills necessary to operate a cash register make change, total guest checks, count total bank, prepare cash drops, total all other charges., • Food Handlers permit as required by law., • Brand Certification as required by law., • Ability to remember, recite and promote the variety of menu items., • Ability to operate a keyboard & point of sale procedures to pre-check an order & close out a check., • Ability to stand and work in confined spaces for long periods of time. Position Type / Expected Hours of Work Must have availability to work weekdays and weekend. Hours of employment are contingent on business needs, work required and/or as job duties demand. This role routinely will have to maintain a safe and clean work environment, where chemicals are utilized to clean kitchen appliances such as, stoves, burners, ovens, sinks, refrigerator, and knives. The team member will be exposed to extreme temperatures while completing essential job tasks and duties. The team member is required and must have the ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, stoop, reach, twist, and lift for extended periods of time. Hungry Llama LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate against team members. All Hungry Llama LLC employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: From $17.00 per hour Expected hours: 20 – 30 per week Employee discounts Experience level: 2 years Restaurant type: Casual dining restaurant Restaurant experience: 2 years (Required) Ability to Commute: New York, NY 10014 (Required)

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  • Restaurant Manager
    Restaurant Manager
    1 month ago
    $65000–$80000 yearly
    Full-time
    Newport, Jersey City

    About the Concept We are a waterfront restaurant in Jersey City entering an exciting new chapter as a modern, Thai-inspired pan-Asian kitchen & bar. The concept blends bold Southeast Asian flavors, elevated casual dining, a cocktail-forward bar program, and a strong focus on year-round operations, takeout & delivery, and disciplined service standards. We are seeking a hands-on Restaurant Manager to help lead day-to-day operations, maintain structure across teams, and support inventory and vendor management across both FOH and BOH. Position Summary The Restaurant Manager is responsible for overseeing daily operations and front-of-house execution while partnering closely with the kitchen and bar teams to ensure consistency across service, labor, inventory, and the overall guest experience. This role requires a highly organized, detail-oriented operator who is comfortable managing inventory and vendor relationships, driving cost control, and leading cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, Asian or Asian-inspired restaurant environment. This is not a passive management role — the ideal candidate thrives in building systems, coaching teams, and driving results. Key Responsibilities Operations & Leadership • Oversee daily restaurant operations, with primary ownership of front-of-house execution, • Lead by example on the floor during service, ensuring pacing, quality, and hospitality standards, • Ensure proper opening and closing procedures are followed; personally open/close shifts as needed, • Partner closely with the kitchen and bar teams to maintain food and beverage consistency Inventory, Ordering & Vendor Management • Track and manage bar inventory levels, including spirits, wine, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages, • Monitor usage, par levels, and ordering cadence to minimize waste and stockouts, • Support BOH leadership with kitchen inventory and ordering, as needed, • Manage and maintain relationships with multiple vendors (food, beverage, beverage distributors, supplies), • Coordinate deliveries, resolve discrepancies, and ensure timely replenishment of stock, • Assist with cost control and inventory accuracy Team Management & Training • Hire, train, and develop FOH staff including servers, bartenders, runners, and hosts, • Enforce service standards, appearance guidelines, and operating procedures, • Conduct ongoing coaching, performance feedback, and corrective action when necessary, • Build clear training systems for menu knowledge, service flow, and guest interaction Labor, Scheduling & Performance • Create and manage schedules aligned with sales volume and labor targets, • Monitor labor cost, sales per labor hour, and staffing efficiency, • Ensure staff performance aligns with expectations and business needs Guest Experience • Handle guest concerns and service recovery professionally and efficiently, • Maintain a consistent, elevated guest experience during all service periods, • Monitor guest feedback and identify opportunities for improvement Financial & Administrative Oversight • Support inventory management and cost-control initiatives, • Review sales performance, labor metrics, and operational reports, • Utilize POS and restaurant management systems (Toast experience preferred) Qualifications • Minimum 4+ years of restaurant management experience in full-service dining, • Experience in Asian or Asian-inspired concepts strongly preferred, • Proven ability to manage high-volume service environments, • Ability to create and implement SOPs for FOH staff to follow and execute, • Strong understanding of FOH systems, labor management, and service standards, • Comfortable enforcing accountability and performance expectations, • Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills, • Proficiency with POS systems (Toast a plus), • Flexible availability including nights, weekends, and holidays What We Offer • Leadership role in a growing, evolving concept, • Opportunity to shape systems, standards, and culture, • Year-round operation with strong bar and dinner traffic, • Competitive compensation + performance bonus based on experience, • Growth potential as the concept continues to evolve If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you! Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

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