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Location: NYC-based (approximately 90% in-person, 10% remote). Must be able to travel between program sites which are primarily in the Bronx with some additional sites in Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Queens. Compensation: $25–$28/hour (non-exempt, hourly) Commitment: We are seeking someone who can commit to the full 2024–2025 school year (August/September 2025 through June 2026) at a minimum. Hours: ~15 hours/week in summer ~30 hours/week during the school year (excluding school closures and breaks) Position Overview SNACC is seeking a dynamic, youth-focused educator with a passion for food, wellness, and community to join our team as a Food Educator & Youth Wellness Instructor. This is not a culinary role—we're looking for someone who loves food, enjoys working with students, and brings high energy, creativity, and flexibility to educational settings. The ideal candidate has a background in education, experience working directly with youth (grades K–12), and a genuine enthusiasm for food, cooking, health, and community well-being. Light cooking and food prep skills are helpful, and while a background in hospitality is a plus, it’s not required. Key Responsibilities In-School Programming (In-Person): - Lead fun, hands-on food and wellness lessons multiple times per week in NYC public schools - Deliver SNACC’s food education curriculum aligned with DOE standards and youth development practices. - Create a warm, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment. - Procure, prep and transport materials/groceries for lessons (costs covered by SNACC). - Collaborate with school staff and SNACC leadership to tailor programming to student needs. Other Duties: - Attend periodic training and team check-ins with SNACC staff to review program progress and needs. - Inventory management, expense reporting - Support documentation, reflection, and continuous program improvement. - Complete background check and adhere to SNACC’s youth safety policies. Who You Are - Educator-first: You have experience teaching or facilitating youth programs (in schools, after-school, camps, etc.). - Youth-focused: You know how to connect with young people across age ranges (K–12) and build trust and enthusiasm. - Food & wellness enthusiast: You believe in the power of food as a tool for community-building, confidence, and health. Enjoy light cooking & food preparation. - Flexible & dependable: You can adapt to shifting schedules and environments, and you communicate clearly and proactively. - Organized & responsible: You can manage materials, time, and logistics with care and attention to detail. Preferred Qualifications - Background in education, public health, social work, or youth programming - Bilingual (Spanish/English) strongly preferred - NYC-based and able to travel to school sites - Able to transport groceries, food supplies, or light equipment (up to 30 lbs) - Strong communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills - Passionate about equity, food justice, and youth empowerment - Able to work independently and collaboratively with a small, mission-driven team - Willingness to complete CPR, Food Safety, and other certifications as required (costs covered by SNACC) What You’ll Gain As a SNACC Food Educator, you’ll be at the forefront of helping young people and their families build healthy habits, confidence, and connections through joyful food education. You’ll contribute to a mission-driven organization making a real impact in NYC communities.

Are you a culinary leader with a passion for excellence and a love of collaboration? Dish Food & Events, an award-winning catering and events company in the heart of NYC, is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to join our dynamic team. With over 15 years of experience creating unforgettable events, we’re known for our warm hospitality, delicious and innovative cuisine, and a team-focused culture that empowers every team member to thrive. As Executive Sous Chef, you’ll work closely with our Executive Chef to lead and inspire a talented kitchen team, ensuring the highest standards of quality, flavor, and service. From mentoring new kitchen leaders to overseeing production for extraordinary events, this role offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact on both our team and our clients. If you’re ready to bring your leadership skills, creativity, and passion for culinary excellence to a company that values authenticity, creativity, and teamwork, we’d love to hear from you! Qualifications Culinary degree or equivalent professional training preferred NY Department of Health Food Handler’s License required. Minimum 5 years of culinary experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership role, ideally in high-volume catering, fine dining restaurants or events. Strong leadership skills with a proven ability to mentor and develop diverse kitchen teams. Expertise in food costing, inventory management, and achieving financial goals. Exceptional organizational and time-management skills to oversee production and maintain quality standards. Proficient in recipe development, menu planning, and maintaining consistency across events. Knowledge of NYC Department of Health guidelines and a commitment to maintaining a safe, sanitary kitchen. Outstanding communication skills for team coordination, client interaction, and vendor relationships. Passion for delivering creative, high-quality dishes that align with seasonality and client preferences. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and attend off-premise events (1-2 per month) as needed. Fluency in English is required; proficiency in Spanish is strongly preferred Job Description Responsibilities would include but not be limited to: LEADERSHIP Create a positive and inspiring environment for the commissary team. Provide coaching and mentorship to our team. Foster new kitchen leadership. Maintain a safe and sanitary kitchen as per NYC Dept of Health guidelines. DOH Food Handler’s license required. Lead kitchen when executive chef is absent with sous chef. Assist in hiring, training, scheduling and managing a diverse and professional kitchen and event staff Delegate team on event production, commissary cleaning, and organizing. Train and foster new leadership. Lead and maintain a high performing team that produces quality work and excellent food. Control and maintain a high level of quality. This includes supervising and creating systems for packing events and communication of serving standards. Set a standard of quality and flavor. Lead + delegate production of an exciting and fun daily family meal for our team. Lead training sessions for commissary and event kitchen staff. Occasionally attend off premise full service events (approximately 1-2 per month) to gain insight into our operations, lead the event kitchen team and ensure quality control. Represent the company in front of our clients and in media (i.e. tastings, interviews with blogs, magazines, social media) PRODUCTION, PURCHASING + MAINTENANCE Collaborate with Sous Chef to develop daily prep lists and then execute food production in our kitchen, resulting in quality work and delicious food Oversee daily, weekly, and monthly inventory of food product and supplies Assist the Executive Chef in meeting financial goals for food, kitchen labor and kitchen supply costs Alongside, the Executive Chef prepares event questions and changes for production meetings. Communicate efficiently and effectively with kitchen team, operations department, event staff, sales team and vendors Execute Client tastings and lead at a high performance level on an as needed basis Together with the Operations Manager, Executive Chef and Sous Chef and Pastry Chef, update and maintain recipes, costing, and other menu details in our catering system (Total Party Planner) Delegate and oversee facility maintenance including implementation of our preventive maintenance schedule. R&D Test out flavors of dishes that include sub recipes. Measure and weigh individual ingredients using a scale. Keep all records up to date and organized utilizing our catering system (Total Party Planner). Understand all policies, procedures, standards, specifications, guidelines and training programs. Attend and actively participate in required meetings and bring suggestions for improvement. 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. CORE VALUESExemplify our company core values, mission statement and standards. Foster positive communication with the front and back of house team. Actively participate in our Continuous Employee Success Management program including weekly 1:1s, six-month check-ins and annual performance reviews. Compensation + Benefits Competitive annual salary in the range of $80-90k with bonus potential. Option to enroll in major medical, dental and vision insurance Paid Days Off (Vacation + Personal Days + Dish Holidays) Paid Volunteer Time Off (VTO) program designed to support the communities where we live and work Paid Family Leave, Sick Pay, ST and LT Disability insurance 401k Plan to invest in your future after 12 months of full-time employment Commuter transportation benefits Company dining program of daily delicious family meals (aka free lunch!) Dish provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Job Overview We are hiring a Head Preschool Teacher for our Manhattan program, located at 345 W 42nd St. Under the supervision of the Education Director, the Head Teacher will be responsible for working within the framework of Star A Kidz to nurture, care for, and teach the children in their assigned class. The Head Teacher will be expected to carry out and uphold Star A Kidz’ educational philosophy, policies, and procedures. Key Responsibilities: The Head Teacher’s main role is to plan and execute a classroom program that takes into account the educational, social-emotional, physical, and health needs of all children. The Head Teacher may be asked to lift and/or carry children as needed. The Head Teacher must be physically fit to the extent they are able to actively participate in age-appropriate activities with the class. Responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to: - Develop a program of developmentally appropriate practices including an age-appropriate schedule and learning activities - Plan and implement developmentally appropriate and Star A Kidz Curriculum-aligned lesson plans - Uphold Star A Kidz' philosophy and all policies regarding children’s health & safety, nutrition, behavior management, assessment and progress monitoring, parent communication, and education, as stated in the Parent Handbook, Policy Guide, and Employee Handbook - Adhere to and understand Star A Kidz’ standards for maintaining a high quality childcare setting for families - Communicate effectively and professionally with Assistant Teacher - Determine division of responsibilities throughout the day between self and Assistant Teacher, e.g. setting/clearing up meals, preparing materials for activities, Procare documentation and updates, toileting/diapering - Respect and maintain the confidential nature of all information regarding parents, children, and staff - Support children to complete all activities throughout the day including but not limited to: Transitions, Meals, Learning activities, Toileting/diapering, Independent play, Enrichment activities - Bring to the attention of the Director any difficulties concerning staff or children - Maintain constant, active supervision of children and ensure proper staff-to-child ratios are maintained at all times - Lead age-appropriate learning activities daily, e.g. Circle Time, Literacy, Math - Prepare materials for activities as needed - Work with the Director concerning children with special needs Parent Relations - Communicate promptly with parents regarding any concerns they bring to your attention, or that you would like to bring to their attention - Communicate your strategy for communication with parents to your Assistant Teacher so messaging is consistent - Communicate with families appropriately and respectfully at all times - Foster positive parent relationships through respecting the confidential nature of all information regarding parents and children - Lead parent-teacher meetings twice a year Evaluation - Assume responsibility for discussing their professional performance objectively at regularly scheduled supervisor conferences with the Director, using these conferences as a source of information and professional guidance - Participate in evaluating the effectiveness of your Assistant Teacher Training/Meetings - Attend required staff meetings, trainings, and workshops - Complete all independent trainings and tasks in a timely manner - Attend scheduled planning meetings with your Assistant Teacher and/or Director Qualifications: Required: Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or a related field AND NYS Teacher Certification in Early Childhood Education OR More than 2 years of experience in early childhood education What We Offer: - A collaborative and supportive work environment. - Opportunities for professional growth and development. - Competitive salary and benefits package. - The chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and their families. If you meet the qualifications and are excited about joining a team dedicated to shaping the future of young learners, we’d love to hear from you! Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so apply today! Join us in making a difference in early childhood education. We look forward to welcoming you to our team! Position Details: Pay: $20-25 Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: 401(k) match; Dental insurance; Vision insurance; Tuition reimbursement; Professional development opportunities Schedule: Monday-Friday; 9am-6pm Work Location: In person

We’re hiring a highly organized, smart, and proactive team player to join our fast-paced NYC events team. You’ll support high-impact projects — from corporate events and networking dinners to masterminds and The Event Planner Expo. What You’ll Be Doing Administrative & Project Support Assist planners with scheduling, contracts, timelines, and logistics Keep client files and internal systems up to date and organized Manage follow-ups, spreadsheets, and office coordination Event Coordination & Promotions Support live events from setup to breakdown Greet guests, assist clients, and manage run-of-show logistics Coordinate with vendors and team members Help promote in-house events like masterminds, networking dinners, open houses, and The Event Planner Expo Writing, Content & Social Media Strong writing skills for social media, email updates, and client communications Bonus if you can write blogs, event recaps, or create marketing content Must be confident using Canva to design social graphics, flyers, signage, and decks Requirements 1–2+ years minimum in events or administrative/organization experience Excellent written communication and attention to detail Strong Canva and social media content skills Tech-savvy and quick to learn tools like Eventbrite, Zoom, and Google Suite Team player with a “get-it-done” mindset — evenings and weekends required for events Compensation Base Salary + Performance Bonus + Holiday Bonus

Job Overview We are hiring an Assistant Teacher for our Manhattan program, located at 345 W 42nd St. Under the supervision of the Head Teacher and Education Director, the Assistant Teacher will be responsible for working within the framework of Star A Kidz to nurture and care for the children in their assigned class. The Assistant Teacher will be expected to carry out and uphold Star A Kidz’ educational philosophy, policies, and procedures. Key Responsibilities: The Assistant Teacher’s main role is to support the Head Teacher in the planning and execution of a classroom program that takes into account the educational, social-emotional, physical, and mental health and safety needs of all children. The Assistant Teacher may be asked to lift and/or carry children as needed. The Assistant Teacher must be physically fit to the extent they are able to actively participate in age-appropriate activities with the class. Responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to: - Provide Head Teacher with any needed or requested support to ensure a safe and well-run classroom environment at all times - Assist in developing a program of developmentally appropriate practices including an age-appropriate schedule and learning activities - Uphold Star A Kidz' philosophy and all policies regarding children’s health & safety, nutrition, behavior management, assessment and progress monitoring, parent communication, and education, as stated in the Parent Handbook and Policy Guide, and in the Employee Handbook - Adhere to and understand Star A Kidz’ standards for maintaining a high quality childcare setting for children and families - Actively support the Head Teacher with implementing the Star A Kidz curriculum - Respect and maintain the confidential nature of all information regarding parents, children, and staff - Support children to complete all activities throughout the day including but not limited to: Transitions, Meals, Learning activities, Toileting/diapering, Independent play, Enrichment activities - Support children during, and participate in, an active outdoor time daily - Bring to the attention of the Head Teacher and/or Director any difficulties concerning staff or children - Maintain constant, active supervision of children and ensure proper staff-to-child ratios are maintained at all times - Support and actively participate in learning activities, e.g. Circle Time - Prepare materials for activities as needed - Communicate effectively with Head Teacher throughout the day - Clean the classroom after meals and at the end of the day, in addition to as-needed moments throughout the day - Work with the Head Teacher and Director concerning children with special needs - You may be asked to take on or share additional responsibilities with your Head Teacher as circumstances change Parent Relations - Communicate promptly with the Head Teacher regarding any concerns brought to your attention by parents, or that you would like to bring to parents’ attention - Ensure you and the Head Teacher are always on the same page regarding any communication with parents - Communicate with families appropriately and respectfully at all times - Foster positive parent relationships through respecting the confidential nature of all information regarding parents and children Evaluation - Assume responsibility for discussing his/her professional performance objectively at regularly scheduled supervisor conferences with the Director, using these conferences as a source of information and professional guidance Training/Meetings - Attend required staff meetings, trainings, and workshops - Complete all independent trainings and tasks in a timely manner - Attend scheduled planning meetings with your Head Teacher and/or Director Qualifications : Required: High school diploma or equivalent Preferred: Experience in early childhood education What We Offer: - A collaborative and supportive work environment. - Opportunities for professional growth and development. - Competitive salary and benefits package. - The chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and their families. If you meet the qualifications and are excited about joining a team dedicated to shaping the future of young learners, we’d love to hear from you! Join us in making a difference in early childhood education. We look forward to welcoming you to our team! Position Details: Pay: $17-20/hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: Paid time off Schedule: 8 hour shift, Mon-Fri; 9am-6pm Work Location: In person

My name is Nathaniel Clarke, and I am reaching out on behalf of a unique and purpose-driven hybrid initiative: The Chamber of Commerce Guest Staff Affairs, doing business as the Hotel Chamber of Commerce, and our nonprofit wing, the Hotel Advocacy Network (HAN). Together, we are redefining what hospitality can look like — not just at the front desk, but in the hearts and minds of every guest and staff member. We believe that fairness, emotional intelligence, and accountability should be embedded in every guest experience. Our mission is built on three pillars:1. Hotel Chamber of Commerce (HCC) – The For-Profit Arm Supports hospitality operations by offering: The EchoConnect Front Desk System, a real-time AI-powered check-in and loyalty audit tool Staff training modules in empathy, decorum, crisis de-escalation, and human trafficking prevention The Sauti Listener system — a venting tool designed to reduce leadership burnout 1. Hotel Advocacy Network (HAN) – Our Nonprofit Force 2. Leads grassroots and institutional advocacy by: 3. Promoting ethical hospitality standards 4. Offering emotional intelligence programs to under-served communities 5. Campaigning for policy change, diversity, and staff dignity3. League of Hospitality Guardians – The Next Generation of Leadership 6. This signature program under HAN trains and certifies Hospitality Heroes who exemplify: 7. H = Hospitable, E = Empathy, R = Resolution, O = Ownership. 8. Students who intern with us become part of this larger ecosystem — learning from real-world business, tech, and nonprofit experiences, while contributing to meaningful social change. Open Intern Roles: Marketing & Social Media Intern – Create campaigns and promote outreach Nonprofit & Grant Writing Intern – Assist with funding proposals and impact storytelling Tech & Automation Intern – Work on our EchoConnect platform Hospitality Training Support Intern – Help build and document empathy + decorum modules All roles are remote-friendly, with flexible hours, and eligible for college credit (if approved by your institution). Interns receive professional mentorship, a letter of recommendation, and the chance to directly impact the future of hospitality. I've attached a full flyer and listing for your review. We’d love if you could circulate it among your students or post to your job/internship board. Thank you for your time and dedication to student growth. Together, we can build a fairer, smarter, and more human-centered hospitality industry. Warm regards, Nathaniel Clarke Founder, Hotel Chamber of Commerce & Hotel Advocacy Network

Botify’s leading agentic AI search technology and seasoned experts ensure every brand has the power to be found, both in traditional and AI search. With one powerful platform, brands achieve visibility, relevance, and greater control across Google, Bing, ChatGPT, Perplexity, and more. Botify’s technology powers agentic workflows, AI-driven recommendations, and automated cross-platform indexation and deployment. Brands maximize visibility wherever consumers, bots, and AI agents search, protecting and capturing revenue across all search platforms. Trusted by 500+ leading brands including Macy’s, Levi’s, Farfetch, the New York Times, and Marks & Spencer, Botify drives digital discovery, sustained profitability, productivity, and brand authority in an AI-first world. Industry research shows that women and those in traditionally underrepresented groups generally don't apply to jobs unless they check all the boxes for the role. If you feel strongly that you have what it takes for this role but don't check 100% of the boxes - that's okay - we encourage you to apply anyway and highlight what you can bring to the table! Role Overview As a pivotal member of our business development team, you will play a crucial role in identifying new business opportunities and building relationships with prospective clients. Your efforts will help to expand our company's reach and drive sales success. Your responsibilities: - Utilize your expertise in digital and event marketing, along with your understanding of marketing channels, to actively spearhead fully integrated marketing campaigns harnessing email, digital, content, and events channels creatively and cost-effectively, aiming to generate high-quality leads. - Collaborate closely with the EMEA field marketing team to leverage efficiencies and ensure a seamless experience for our global customers and prospects. - Implement our ABM strategy, tailoring it to diverse account tiers and buyer personas, employing a range of marketing channels such as events, digital, social media, direct mail, and phone outreach. - Deal Acceleration: Identify and craft tailored content in conjunction with both online and offline events to facilitate the progression of prospects along the buyer's journey, ultimately boosting win rates. Foster a local, personalized approach to thought leadership and customer executive collaboration, focusing on SEO as a key asset in the marketing tech stack. - Support our regional customer marketing initiatives, including hosting networking events, coordinating customer welcome series, and helping to maintain the pipeline of customer speakers, testimonies, and success stories. This includes managing global experiences such as our annual summit, webinars, and other bespoke activations. - Partnerships and Networking: Forge relationships between internal stakeholders with key senior industry contacts, customers, and third parties to maximize our brand impact. - Monitor and report on the performance of marketing initiatives, including inbound, providing insights and recommendations for continuous improvement working closely with the Integrated Marketing team and SDR Leadership. - Oversee regional field budget, invoicing, and allocation of marketing activities. - Collaborate heavily with external teams, including sales, product, and customer success, to ensure seamless alignment and execution of marketing initiatives to reach shared goals and KPIs. - Work with the Revenue Operations team to create and regularly review reports and analyze marketing funnel success metrics as they relate to events. - Handle branded merchandise, including strategy, merchandise development, procurement, inventory management, and distribution. Your qualifications: - 6+ years experience in a B2B field marketing and demand gen role at an innovative, fast-paced SaaS technology company. - Demonstrated proficiency in effectively utilizing Brand, Digital, and Content marketing strategies within B2B sales funnels, incorporating them strategically to enhance lead generation, nurture leads, and drive 360-degree conversions. Content and email marketing skills are required. - Experience executing full-scale events including third-party sponsorships and tradeshows, community-building owned events, partner events, customer marketing events, and more. - Experience marketing to multiple personas within enterprise and midmarket companies in retail, publishing, and travel. Knowledge of the retail and e-commerce industry is preferred but not necessary. - Experience using sales and marketing technologies such as Salesforce, Hubspot, and basic understanding of SEO is a plus. - Able to travel domestically and internationally when required. - Self-motivated and proactive with a strong drive for results and a passion for continuous learning and improvement. - You are an expert negotiator skilled at managing contracts with hotels and vendors to achieve the greatest value. - You have a demonstrated ability to be poised and effective during high-pressure situations and can anticipate issues and have (or quickly develop) contingency plans. - Ability to collaborate in a highly matrixed global organization. Strength working well with a wide range of cross-functional teams, including Sales, Marketing, C-level leaders, and other key stakeholders. While this role leads the North American Field, a global mindset is required. - This role is located in New York City and presence in the office is required 3 days a week. Hiring Process: 30’ with the Talent team 45’ with 2 members of our Global Brand & Experience Team 30’ with the hiring manager 30' with a member of the Revenue team 60’ panel with global marketing team leadership What we offer: Unlimited Time Off 11 company holidays 16 weeks of parental leave Summer Fridays ClassPass Subscription Team building events and initiatives Flexible work policy Commuter benefits 401k Health and Wellness perks We are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status.