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  • Assistant Restaurant Manager
    Assistant Restaurant Manager
    10 days ago
    Full-time
    Newark

    Job description Position Summary The Assistant Manager will drive the strategic integration of Fresh Coast Restaurant into a unified, scalable restaurant concept while leading daily operations, team performance, and the execution of pop-up and catering initiatives. This role requires a hands-on operator with strong leadership, business acumen, and the ability to build systems that support growth without compromising quality, culture, or profitability. Key Responsibilities/Concept Integration & Brand Leadership • Lead the integration of Proven Poke and Fresh Coast into a single, cohesive brand and operating model, • Partner with ownership and culinary leadership to align menu development, service standards, pricing, and brand positioning, • Design, implement, and enforce standardized operating procedures across all locations and events, • Ensure consistency in guest experience, product quality, and brand execution Restaurant Operations • Oversee all day-to-day operations across front-of-house and back-of-house, • Manage labor, food costs, inventory, scheduling, and vendor relationships, • Track and optimize key performance indicators, including sales, margins, guest satisfaction, and employee retention, • Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and labor regulations Team Leadership & Development • Recruit, train, and develop both management and hourly team members, • Build and maintain a high-performance, accountable, and team-oriented culture, • Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing coaching and development, • Lead by example through active floor and kitchen presence Pop-Up & Catering Operations • Plan and execute pop-up restaurants and catering events from concept through completion, • Oversee logistics including staffing, menu execution, equipment, transportation, and setup, • Serve as the on-site leader to ensure seamless operations and exceptional guest experiences, • Identify and pursue new opportunities to expand catering and pop-up revenue streams Financial & Strategic Management • Develop and manage operational and event budgets, • Analyze financial performance and implement strategies to achieve profitability targets, • Support growth initiatives, including new locations, partnerships, and special projects Qualifications • 5+ years of restaurant management experience; multi-unit or concept development experience preferred, • Proven leadership in fast-casual or full-service environments, • Strong financial, operational, and organizational capabilities, • Experience with catering, pop-ups, or off-site events preferred, • Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, hands-on environment, • Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, • Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and event-based schedules Core Competencies • Entrepreneurial mindset with a strong passion for hospitality, • Ability to build scalable systems while remaining agile, • Detail-oriented with strong strategic awareness, • Commitment to brand integrity and guest-first service Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Application Question(s): • What is the pay range that you are desiring for this job? Experience: • Restaurant management: 3 years (Preferred) License/Certification: • ServSafe (Required) Ability to Commute: • Newark, NJ 07102 (Preferred) Work Location: In person

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  • Executive Chef
    Executive Chef
    19 days ago
    Full-time
    New Springville, Staten Island

    The ideal candidate will bring strong culinary skills, team leadership experience, and a passion for delivering consistently exceptional food 5+ years of leadership experience in a high-volume restaurant kitchen Proven experience as an Executive Chef or Sous Chef ready to step into an Executive role Strong understanding of food cost, labor management, and inventory systems Experience developing menus and leading culinary teams Ability to thrive in a fast-paced service environment Strong communication and leadership skills Passion for hospitality and delivering a memorable guest experience Experience: 5 years required Benefits Compensation: $80,000–$100,000 salary + performance incentives (based on experience) Competitive salary + incentives Opportunity to shape the culinary vision of an established restaurant Leadership role in a growing hospitality platform Creative freedom with a supportive ownership team Opportunity for long-term growth Salary: USD 80000 - 100000 per year Responsibilities This is a leadership opportunity for a chef who enjoys both creative development and operational excellence The Executive Chef will oversee all kitchen operations including menu development, food quality, staff leadership, cost management, and vendor relationships This role requires a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced restaurant environment and takes pride in building a strong, disciplined kitchen team Lead all day-to-day kitchen operations Develop and evolve seasonal menus while maintaining signature dishes Maintain high standards for food quality, consistency, and presentation Manage food cost, inventory, and ordering Recruit, train, and mentor kitchen staff Establish systems for prep, service execution, and quality control Maintain strict health, safety, and sanitation standards Collaborate with ownership and management on business strategy, events, and specials Oversee kitchen scheduling and labor management Build strong vendor relationships and ensure product quality Job description Executive Chef – Mexican Restaurant Location: Staten Island, NY Compensation: $80,000–$100,000 salary + performance incentives (based on experience) About Restaurant Well-established restaurant in Fishkill, NY entering an exciting new chapter under new ownership. Known for its vibrant cuisine, lively atmosphere, and strong local following, It is positioned to become one of the Hudson Valley’s most compelling dining destinations. We are looking for a talented and driven Executive Chef to lead our kitchen, elevate our culinary program, and help shape the next phase of the restaurant’s growth. This is a leadership opportunity for a chef who enjoys both creative development and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will bring strong culinary skills, team leadership experience, and a passion for delivering consistently exceptional food. Position Overview The Executive Chef will oversee all kitchen operations including menu development, food quality, staff leadership, cost management, and vendor relationships. This role requires a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced restaurant environment and takes pride in building a strong, disciplined kitchen team. Key Responsibilities • Lead all day-to-day kitchen operations, • Develop and evolve seasonal menus while maintaining signature dishes, • Maintain high standards for food quality, consistency, and presentation, • Manage food cost, inventory, and ordering, • Recruit, train, and mentor kitchen staff, • Establish systems for prep, service execution, and quality control, • Maintain strict health, safety, and sanitation standards, • Collaborate with ownership and management on business strategy, events, and specials, • Oversee kitchen scheduling and labor management, • Build strong vendor relationships and ensure product quality Qualifications • 5+ years of leadership experience in a high-volume restaurant kitchen, • Proven experience as an Executive Chef or Sous Chef ready to step into an Executive role, • Strong understanding of food cost, labor management, and inventory systems, • Experience developing menus and leading culinary teams, • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced service environment, • Strong communication and leadership skills, • Passion for hospitality and delivering a memorable guest experience Preferred • Spanish speaking strongly preferred, • Experience with Latin or globally inspired cuisine, • Experience opening or repositioning restaurant concepts, • Strong sourcing relationships with regional farms and suppliers What We Offer • Competitive salary + incentives, • Opportunity to shape the culinary vision of an established restaurant, • Leadership role in a growing hospitality platform, • Creative freedom with a supportive ownership team, • Opportunity for long-term growth If you are a motivated chef who wants to lead a kitchen, build a strong team, and create an exciting dining experience, we would love to hear from you. To Apply: Please send your resume and a brief introduction outlining your culinary background and leadership experience. Salary: USD 80000 - 100000 per year Experience: 5 years required

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  • Sales Manager
    Sales Manager
    1 month ago
    Full-time
    New Springville, Staten Island

    Experience a place of energy, passion, and excitement. A place where the joy of discovery and uncommon artistry blend to create exhilarating buying experiences—for true beauty enthusiasts. At Ulta Beauty, we’re transforming the world one shade, one lash, one cut at a time. Because beauty is powerful. If you seek greater purpose—a place of vision, mission, and lived values—where voices are heard, contributions valued and recognized and growth opportunities abound, consider Ulta Beauty. Nowhere else are the possibilities quite this beautiful. : GENERAL SUMMARY & SCOPE The Sales Manager (SM) is responsible for leading through Ulta Beauty’s mission, vision, and values in order to develop a high-performing team that consistently delivers top-line sales growth across all categories. The SM leads a team of Beauty Advisors, Prestige Beauty Advisors, and Lead Cashiers and is accountable for all aspects of the retail business with the exception of boutiques, including sales, service, and operational process. The SM is accountable for Net Promoter Score (NPS) and delivering an exceptional guest experience. This leader drives the business through a focus on performance (NPS, sales and in-store events), people (guest service and associate training), and process (standard operating procedures and compliance standards). This position requires a drive for results, a passion for the beauty industry, exceptional guest service, the aptitude to learn and teach extensive product knowledge, and the ability to lead, influence, and develop their team. PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (*Essential Job Functions) The SM is a champion of Ulta Beauty’s mission, vision, and values, and should demonstrate them skillfully and consistently by performing the following duties and responsibilities of the position (as well as all other projects/duties as assigned): Performance Promote a culture of accountability to meet or exceed Ulta Beauty’s goals related to retail and service sales, guest loyalty (including credit), payroll, omni-channel, and retail shrink as set by Ulta Beauty for the store. Drive company profitability by identifying underperforming metrics and developing strategies that leverage company programs, tools, and resources through operational excellence to deliver top-line sales growth and improve business. Leverage store forecast and payroll budgets to support with store scheduling needs and communicate the needs to the GM to maximize productivity, achieve sales and payroll goals, and complete workload on time, and within the payroll budget. Plan and execute in-store events that deliver an unrivaled guest experience, drive in-store and brand partner collaboration, and deliver on sales and payroll goals. Review, analyze and react to Ulta Beauty’s financial and operational reporting, including store visit and audit results, regularly and in a timely manner. Perform makeup applications, skincare analysis, and product demonstrations with guests to drive sales and guest service experience. Take the initiative to stay informed regarding new and existing industry trends, products, and services during work time and be knowledgeable about the ingredients and benefits of these trends, products, and services to better serve guests. Maintain prompt, regular attendance as the SM and hold store associates accountable to the Ulta Beauty attendance policy. People Attract, hire, and retain a diverse team of top talent, and efficiently address any staffing needs and open positions for the store. Build a highly engaged team at the store that embodies the Ulta Beauty brand through effective collaboration, open and honest communication, and prioritization of work. Create an inclusive environment that inspires and encourages the growth and engagement of associates. Support all aspects of associate professional development, including training, providing individualized competency-based feedback and coaching, performance reviews, succession planning, and individual development plans to enable continuous development and drive sales performance. Regularly participate in ongoing training, including brand and category education, to enable continuous professional development and drive sales performance. Ensure direct reports regularly participate in ongoing training, including brand and category education, to enable continuous professional development and drive sales performance. Establish professional brand partner relationships that foster a shared interest in collaboratively delivering on sales and service goals. Model a culture of teamwork and guest services excellence while working alongside the leadership team by establishing priorities, providing clear direction and support, and sharing best practices. Execute the Guest Engagement Leader program flawlessly through business ownership, associate coaching and leading a helpful and friendly guest experience to drive business results across all Annual Performance Goals (APGs) metrics for the store. Process Be knowledgeable of and ensure compliance with Ulta Beauty’s policies, procedures, and standards for the store. Adhere to and enforce Ulta Beauty’s dress code. Use the company’s scheduling tool as directed to adjust schedules and manage attendance in-the-moment during manager-on-duty shifts to ensure accurate schedules and reporting. Use the company’s task management tool as directed to prioritize and execute store workload, including product and marketing resets, pricing updates, inventory related tasks, cleaning, and replenishment. Protect company assets and minimize loss by ensuring all store standards and operating procedures are met, including workplace safety, inventory control, cash management, and loss prevention. Execute day-to-day inventory control processes (e.g., known theft, damages, hazardous waste, inventory adjustments, product returns) and complete theft reporting as necessary. Support continuous improvement by influencing the adoption of company initiatives and technology, communicating expectations, and ensuring the execution of all store tasks. Utilize company programs, tools, and resources to drive store improvements. Regularly communicate and provide feedback to field leadership on business trends and opportunities, events, operational challenges, merchandise needs, and competitive landscape for their store. : JOB QUALIFICATIONS Education Bachelor’s degree is preferred Experience 2-3+ years of fast-paced, retail management, or other relevant work experience Financial management: success with driving top-line sales, interpreting reporting data, managing payroll budgets, and controlling expense Retail management: proven ability with monitoring inventory levels, achieving operational excellence, driving a service culture, and executing merchandising directives Leadership management: experience with attracting, developing, and motivating top talent, swiftly adapting to change and leading others through the change-curve, developing collaborative relationships with others, and leading and influencing a team Skills Proficient with basic technology (e.g., Point of Sale system, Microsoft Office programs, and Apple devices) Excellent written and verbal communication Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks Ability to react under pressure, use good judgment in ambiguous situations, and be flexible/adaptable SPECIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS Work a flexible, full-time schedule to include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays Attend corporate business meetings and conferences WORKING CONDITIONS Continuous mobility throughout the store during shift, including twisting Frequent bending, pulling, pushing, stooping, reaching, and twisting during shift Frequent lifting and/or moving up to 25 lbs. during shift Continuous coordination and manipulation of objects during shift If an associate has a disability that prevents them from performing an essential function of the job, the Company will engage in the interactive process with the associate to determine whether there is a reasonable accommodation that will enable the associate to perform the essential functions of the job. : The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $35.00 / Hour with the opportunity for eligible associates to earn additional compensation pursuant to the Company’s bonus plan. Exact pay will be based on factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, level, shift, geographic location, and business and organizational needs. Full-time positions are eligible for paid time off, health, dental, vision, life and disability benefits. Part-time positions are eligible for dental, vision, life, and disability benefits. For additional information concerning our benefits, visit our Benefits and Career Development page: About: At Ulta Beauty (NASDAQ: ULTA), the possibilities are beautiful. Ulta Beauty is the largest North American beauty retailer and the premier beauty destination for cosmetics, fragrance, skin care products, hair care products and salon services. We bring possibilities to life through the power of beauty each and every day in our stores and online with more than 25,000 products from approximately 500 well-established and emerging beauty brands across all categories and price points, including Ulta Beauty’s own private label. Ulta Beauty also offers a full-service salon in every store featuring—hair, skin, brow, and make-up services. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest records, conviction records, or other criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of any applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.

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  • Sales Associate
    Sales Associate
    2 months ago
    $15 hourly
    Full-time
    Woodbridge, Woodbridge Township

    Hey there, fashion aficionado! Are you ready to step into the spotlight as our newest Retail Sales Representative? We're on the lookout for someone with killer sales skills and a passion for all things prom, formal, and bridal to join our dynamic team at our dress store! Imagine a role where you get to be the ultimate matchmaker, helping customers find their dream dress for their big day. Whether it's prom, a formal event, or the most special day of their life, you'll be there to make their fashion dreams come true. But wait, there's more! Here are some of the exciting responsibilities you'll take on: • Welcome customers with warmth and enthusiasm, making them feel like VIPs from the moment they walk through our doors., • Use your keen eye for style to assist customers in finding the perfect dress that suits their taste and occasion., • Stay up-to-date on the latest trends and styles in prom, formal, and bridal wear so you can provide expert advice and recommendations., • Showcase our stunning merchandise with creative displays that captivate our customers and leave them in awe., • Process transactions with ease, ensuring accuracy and efficiency every step of the way., • Promote our brand loyalty programs and incentives to keep customers coming back for more fabulous finds., • Maintain the cleanliness and organization of our store, ensuring a visually stunning and inviting atmosphere for shoppers., • Collaborate with our tight-knit team to create a positive and supportive work environment where everyone can shine., • Must be willing to communte back and forth each loaction , depending on when needed., • Be willing to engage or participate in company social media campaigns or engagements as required. And that's just the beginning! Here are a few more qualities we're looking for: -A friendly and approachable demeanor that makes customers feel like they're chatting with a trusted friend. -Excellent time management skills and the ability to stay cool under pressure, even during our busiest times. -Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including evenings and weekends – after all, fashion never sleeps! -Previous retail experience and a passion for fashion are major pluses. Plus, opportunities for incentives based on performance. So if you're ready to make waves in the world of fashion and help customers look and feel their absolute best, apply now and become a key player in our dress store dream team! We can't wait to welcome you aboard!

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  • Executive Assistant
    Executive Assistant
    2 months ago
    $30–$35 hourly
    Full-time
    Woodbridge, Woodbridge Township

    $50K/yr We are seeking a dynamic and highly organized Executive Assistant to join our team and provide exceptional support to senior leadership. This role is vital in ensuring smooth daily operations, managing complex schedules, and facilitating efficient communication across departments. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrate proactive problem-solving skills, and possess a passion for delivering outstanding administrative support. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to be an integral part of a forward-thinking organization committed to excellence and growth. Duties • Manage and coordinate executive calendars, including scheduling meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements using tools like Microsoft Outlook Calendar and Google Workspace@, • Prepare, proofread, and transcribe correspondence, reports, and presentations with precision and attention to detail, • Handle incoming calls with professionalism, utilizing multi-line phone systems and practicing excellent phone, • Organize and maintain filing systems-both digital and physical-to ensure quick retrieval of documents, • Assist with event planning for company meetings, conferences, and special events, including venue booking and logistics coordination, • Support bookkeeping tasks such as data entry, invoicing via QuickBooks, and basic office management duties, • Facilitate project coordination by tracking deadlines, preparing agendas, and following up on action items, • Provide personal assistant support as needed, including managing personal appointments or errands for executives Skills • Proven experience in executive administrative support or as a personal assistant with strong organizational skills, • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Workspace applications, • Excellent typing speed combined with meticulous proofreading and transcription abilities, • Strong office management skills including filing, data entry, and clerical experience, • Knowledge of QuickBooks for bookkeeping tasks and basic financial record keeping, • Exceptional calendar management skills using Microsoft Outlook Calendar or similar tools, • Effective customer service skills paired with professional phone etiquette on multi-line phone systems, • Ability to handle sensitive information discreetly while demonstrating high levels of professionalism, • Familiarity with office equipment such as fax machines, scanners, and front desk operations Join us to be part of a vibrant team that values initiative, precision, and proactive support. Your expertise will help drive organizational success while providing essential assistance to our leadership team. We are dedicated to fostering a positive work environment where your skills are recognized and your contributions truly matter. Company Description New Jersey-based mortgage and real estate finance company specializing in flexible home loans and investment property financing. We offer a wide range of products including first-time homebuyer loans, refinancing, hard money, and fix & flip loans, designed to help clients build wealth through real estate, even with less-than-perfect credit. We focuses on fast approvals, personalized service, and tuming rent into ownership.

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