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  • Office Manager
    Office Manager
    2 days ago
    $25–$35 hourly
    Full-time
    Woodbridge, Woodbridge Township

    Job description: Office Manager / Controller Location: In-Office Employment Type: Full-Time Company Overview We are a family-owned company specializing in General Contracting, Property Management, and Real Estate Development. Our organization operates across multiple active projects and properties, requiring strong financial oversight, disciplined office operations, and clear communication. We are seeking a highly organized, trustworthy, and detail-oriented professional to serve as our Office Manager / Controller, playing a key role in day-to-day operations and financial management. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys wearing multiple hats, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and takes pride in keeping a business running smoothly and accurately. What We Offer A stable, long-term position with a growing company Engaging and varied responsibilities across construction, real estate, and property management A professional but supportive, family-oriented work environment Direct interaction with ownership and leadership Opportunities for increased responsibility and growth as the company expands Key Responsibilities Office Management & Administration Answer and direct phone calls professionally and courteously Serve as a primary point of contact for tenants, vendors, subcontractors, and clients Manage daily office operations including filing, scanning, mail handling, and record organization Perform general administrative tasks such as data entry, document preparation, and correspondence Assist with scheduling, calendar coordination, and property-related appointments Support vacant property viewings and administrative follow-up as needed Accounting & Financial Management Manage day-to-day bookkeeping using QuickBooks (required) Process invoices, payables, receivables, and vendor payments Track job costs, budgets, and expenses across construction and property management activities Maintain accurate financial records and organized supporting documentation Assist ownership with financial reporting, reconciliations, and cash flow tracking Coordinate with external accountants, payroll services, and tax professionals as needed Construction & Property Management Support Utilize construction and property management software to track projects, work orders, and financial data Assist with processing work orders, vendor coordination, and follow-up Maintain organized records for properties, leases, contracts, and projects Support compliance, insurance, and documentation requirements Qualifications & Experience Prior experience in real estate, construction, or property management strongly preferred QuickBooks experience is required Experience with construction management software such as Procore, Buildertrend, or similar platforms Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail and accuracy Excellent verbal and written communication skills with professional phone etiquette Proficiency in Microsoft, Apple, and Google products (email, spreadsheets, scheduling tools) Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage deadlines independently High level of discretion, reliability, and professionalism Compensation & Schedule Job Type: Full-Time (In-Person) Pay Rate: Starting at $35.00 per hour, based on experience Expected Hours: 35–40 hours per week Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7–9 hour shifts Long-term, in-office position with potential for growth and increased responsibility Additional Information This job description outlines the general nature and scope of the position. Responsibilities may evolve as the company grows and operational needs change Job Type: Full-time Application Question(s): What is your experience with Quickbooks? Experience: QuickBooks: 3 years (Required) ProCore: 3 years (Required) General Contracting : 5 years (Required) License/Certification: Quickbooks Professional Certificate (Required) Work Location: In person

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  • Food Preparer
    Food Preparer
    6 days ago
    $17–$20 hourly
    Full-time
    Port Richmond, Staten Island

    The Kitchen Prep Person is responsible for preparing ingredients and proteins for daily kitchen operations. This role helps keep the kitchen organized, stocked, and ready for service by handling cleaning, cutting, seasoning, portioning, and basic food prep tasks according to company standards. Key Responsibilities: • Clean, wash, trim, and prepare meats, poultry, seafood, and vegetables, • Cut, portion, and season meats for daily service, • Clean and prepare fish, shrimp, salmon, snapper, and other seafood items, • Prep vegetables including cabbage, peppers, onions, carrots, and other produce, • Prepare ingredients for menu items and daily specials, • Assist with marinating, seasoning, and organizing proteins for cooking, • Cook and prepare pasta or other assigned pre-cooked items as needed, • Label, date, and store all prepared food items properly, • Maintain a clean and sanitary prep station at all times, • Follow food safety, hygiene, and kitchen sanitation standards, • Keep prep area stocked, organized, and ready for the line cooks and chefs, • Notify management when inventory or prep items are running low, • Assist with receiving and organizing kitchen deliveries when needed, • Arrive on time and ready to work, • Complete all prep assigned for the day efficiently and correctly, • Maintain consistency in cuts, portions, and seasoning, • Keep work area clean throughout the shift, • Work with urgency while still maintaining quality, • Follow instructions and communicate clearly with the kitchen team, • Previous kitchen prep experience preferred, • Ability to handle raw meat, seafood, and produce safely, • Ability to stand for long periods and lift kitchen supplies/products, • Good knife skills and attention to detail, • Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment, • Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented, • Dependable, • Hardworking, • Clean and organized, • Fast but careful, • Willing to learn, • Team player

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  • Shift Supervisor F89
    Shift Supervisor F89
    2 months ago
    Full-time
    Staten Island, New York

    SUMMARY: Perform responsible work involving a variety of specialized assignment in a homeless shelter; does related work as required. Shift Supervisor reports to the Security Manager. Proof of COVID-19 vaccinations required. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Train new security employees in all aspects of the facility. Maintain level of expectation of requirements for security office and traffic intervention. Assist Facility Manager, preparing and executing fire drills (as well as fires) or in other cases. Make rounds randomly through the facility (interior and exterior) for surveillance of hazardous situations, trespassers, illegal activities, etc. Respond by phone or in person to request for assistance form Shift Supervisors at other locations. Complete assigned paper work responsibilities i.e.,log, incident reports, CPS reports and all other reports. Monitor reception area and security at front desk area daily. Maintain safety and security of clients and staff. Provide crisis intervention when needed. Enforce drug free workplace policy and no smoking rules. Attend and conduct various meetings and training’s as needed. Back-up Security Manager as directed. Check inventory of equipment daily. Provided leadership in emergency situations within the security department. Fulfills all job responsibilities of a Client Care Monitor. Perform all related duties as assigned. EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Associates Degree in social services, criminology or related field; or equivalent experience required. Must possess a general knowledge of security systems. Ability to solve problems; ability to make decisions based on factual information a must. Shift Supervisor must own their own vehicle and have knowledge of public transportation system. A home phone number is mandatory. Must be flexible on days and hours of availability. AGENCY PROFILE & EMPLOYEE EXPECTATIONS: Westhab is a prominent community development organization, providing housing and supportive services for more than 10,000 of the most vulnerable members of our community each year. We are staffed by an extraordinary group of hard working professionals that are fully committed to our mission - Building Communities. Changing Lives. Working at Westhab is not easy. Our expectations for all staff are high. We believe that the people and the communities that we have the privilege to serve deserve our very best every day. We are a results-driven organization that focuses on empowerment and impact. If you want to apply for this opportunity, it should only be because you feel ready for the challenges and expectations that come with joining this kind of team. (EOE) OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION (OSHA): The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) ensures safe and healthful working conditions to workers by setting and enforcing standards and by providing training, outreach, education and assistance. Westhab complies with all applicable OSHA standards, rules and regulations in addition to keeping our workplaces free of serious recognized hazards.

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