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  • VP of Operations
    VP of Operations
    2 days ago
    $180000–$200000 yearly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    At NAYA, we're on an exciting journey - growing fast, sharing authentic, fresh and nutritious Middle Eastern flavors, and building a team that grows right along with us. Our mission is to build genuine connections through the Middle Eastern flavors that nourish and inspire us We are looking for an experienced, passionate person to grow with us as we live our mission. If you're ready to lead with heart, inspire others, and be part of something bigger, NAYA is the place to make it happen. You will love working at NAYA We believe great people deserve great rewards. NAYA offers a comprehensive and people-focused benefits package designed to support you at work and beyond, including: • Competitive pay to recognize your impact, • Competitive bonus plan Paid Vacation time • Medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you healthy and thriving, • Flexible Spending Account, • Commuter benefits to make life easier, • Employee discounts and free NAYA meals — because we believe in enjoying what we serve, • Pet Insurance - because we love our furry friends, • Growth opportunities at every level — we invest in developing leaders from within Employee Assistance, Pay on Demand, Identity Theft Protection, and much more! At NAYA, you'll find more than a job — you'll find a community that values you, supports your goals, and celebrates your success. About the Role The Vice President of Restaurant Operations is a senior leader responsible for driving operational excellence, scaling performance, and building the infrastructure required for NAYA's next phase of growth. This role partners closely with cross-functional leaders to translate strategy into consistent, high-performing restaurant execution across all markets. This leader will own field operations, market expansion readiness, and the development of a strong, people-first culture that delivers exceptional guest experiences while driving profitable growth. How You'll Make an Impact Operational Strategy & Business Performance • Translate company strategy into clear, executable operational plans across all restaurants and markets, • Drive consistent improvement in key performance metrics: sales, transactions, labor productivity, food cost, and store-level profitability, • Establish and reinforce operating standards that ensure consistency, efficiency, and scalability, • Build systems, routines, and accountability structures that elevate execution across Area Managers and General Managers, • Partner with Finance to manage budgets, forecasts, and performance targets Market Growth & New Market Strategy • Lead operational readiness for new restaurant openings and market expansion, • Develop scalable playbooks for entering and stabilizing new markets, • Partner with Real Estate, Development, and Marketing to ensure successful market launches, • Build regional leadership structures to support multi-market growth (Market Directors, Area Managers), • Identify risks and opportunities in new and existing markets, adjusting strategy accordingly Guest Experience & Brand Execution • Ensure consistent delivery of a high-quality, hospitality-driven guest experience across all locations, • Champion initiatives that enhance speed, accuracy, food quality, and overall guest satisfaction, • Partner with Marketing and Culinary to bring brand and menu initiatives to life in restaurants, • Leverage guest feedback and operational data to continuously improve the experience People & Culture Leadership • Build, develop, and lead a high-performing field organization rooted in NAYA's values, • Create clear expectations, coaching rhythms, and accountability across all levels of operations, • Partner with People & Culture to strengthen hiring, onboarding, training, and retention strategies, • Develop strong leadership pipelines (Shift Leaders → GMs → Area Managers → Market Directors), • Foster a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement Compliance & NYC Operational Expertise • Ensure full compliance with all local, state, and federal labor laws, with deep expertise in NYC Fair Workweek (FWW) requirements, • Partner with HR and Legal to mitigate risk and uphold best practices across scheduling, pay, and employee relations Who You Are • A strategic restaurant operator who can zoom out to set direction and zoom in to drive execution, • A builder who thrives in growth environments and knows how to scale systems, teams, and performance, • A strong people leader who develops talent and holds teams accountable, • Highly data-driven, with the ability to translate insights into action, • Hands-on, visible, and present in the field What You'll Bring • 10+ years of progressive restaurant operations leadership experience - with significant experience in the fast casual sector, • Current or prior experience as a Vice President or Senior Director of Operations in a multi-unit fast casual restaurant brand, • Proven success leading multi-market operations and supporting new market expansion, • Deep experience operating in New York City, including strong working knowledge of Fair Workweek (FWW) and labor compliance, • Demonstrated ability to drive operational performance and improve unit-level economics, • Experience building and leading high-performing field leadership teams, • Strong cross-functional partnership skills (Finance, HR, Marketing, Culinary, Technology) You will love working at NAYA • Bonus: 20% (50/50 personal/company performance), • Health Insurance: NAYA pays 80% individual medical, • Technology Reimbursement: $60/month, • Paid Time Off: 4 weeks Paid Vacation Time/56 hours sick/safe time, • Paid Holidays: 12 days/year, • Other Optional: Commuter Benefits, FSA, LTD/STD, Employee Assistance, Pet Insurance, • Most Importantly: Free NAYA

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  • Assistant Restaurant Manager
    Assistant Restaurant Manager
    27 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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  • General Manager
    General Manager
    2 days ago
    $68000–$90000 yearly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    At NAYA, we're on an exciting journey - growing fast, sharing authentic, fresh and nutritious Middle Eastern flavors, and building a team that grows right along with us. We are looking for experienced, passionate General Managers to grow with us! At NAYA, your development is our priority — we train, mentor, and promote from within because we believe our people are the heart of our success. If you're a natural leader who loves great food, thrives in a team environment, and is excited to build your future with a brand on the rise, we want to meet you! If you're ready to lead with heart, inspire others, and be part of something bigger, NAYA is the place to make it happen. Reports to: Area Manager You will love working at NAYA We believe great people deserve great rewards. NAYA offers a comprehensive and people-focused benefits package designed to support you at work and beyond, including: • Competitive pay and Quarterly bonuses to recognize your impact, • Medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you healthy and thriving, • Commuter benefits to make life easier, • Employee discounts and free NAYA meals — because we believe in enjoying what we serve, • Growth opportunities at every level — we invest in developing leaders from within, • More on the way! At NAYA, you'll find more than a job — you'll find a community that values you, supports your goals, and celebrates your success. How You'll Impact The General Manager is responsible for inspiring, managing, developing, hiring and training the restaurant staff and management team. The GM is also accountable for meeting stated objectives in sales, costs, employee retention, guest service and satisfaction, food quality, cleanliness and sanitation. What You'll Do • Ensures, and is accountable for, the profitability of the store by growing sales and controlling labor, cost of goods and operating expenses., • Hires, trains, manages, coaches, counsels, and evaluates all team members in partnership with the Human Resources Business Partner., • Responsible for creating a culture of development in the restaurant., • Must be able to develop Shift Leaders into their role as well as develop them to be the future General Managers at NAYA., • Achieves NAYA's objectives in sales, service, quality, cleanliness, and restaurant appearance through staff training and creating a positive and productive environment, • Ensures that all food and beverage items are prepared and served in a timely manner and according to NAYA's recipes, portioning, cooking, and serving standards, • Creates and approves the weekly schedule and ensures proper staffing levels per business needs while meeting labor targets and FWW compliance., • Actively builds and maintains the reputation of NAYA in the community, including monitoring online reviews, taking necessary recovery and recognition activity with the guests and team members, • Controls inventories of food, equipment, smallware, and report issues as necessary, • Conducts ordering and monthly inventory, • Reviews daily time punches for accuracy; addresses time clock abuse (clocking in early or late) via coaching and/or documentation, • Submits weekly payroll for approval, • Controls cash and other receipts by adhering to cash handling and reconciliation procedures in accordance with restaurant policies and procedures, • Utilizes daily, weekly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting tools, • Ensures all administrative tasks are complete in a timely manner, like weekly payroll, accident and injury reporting etc., • Supports any marketing initiatives and promotions. Who You Are • 5+ years of restaurant management/leadership operations experience, • Strong leadership, analytical and problem-solving skills, • Superior interpersonal skills and ability to earn trust and respect from colleagues and staff, • Exceptional financial acumen, • Thrives in a constantly evolving, fast-paced environment, • Strong written and verbal communication skills, • Ability to utilize traditional software programs such as Gmail, Microsoft Office and any additional systems as needed; Ability to access and accurately input information using a moderately complex computer system, • Able to work nights, weekends and holidays, and variable schedule, per the needs of the business, • Able to lift at least 50 pounds on a regular basis and bend, stoop, stand and perform extensive walking for 8-10 hours a day

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  • General Manager
    General Manager
    2 days ago
    $65000–$90000 yearly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    At NAYA, we're on an exciting journey - growing fast, sharing authentic, fresh and nutritious Middle Eastern flavors, and building a team that grows right along with us. We are looking for experienced, passionate General Managers to grow with us! At NAYA, your development is our priority — we train, mentor, and promote from within because we believe our people are the heart of our success. If you're a natural leader who loves great food, thrives in a team environment, and is excited to build your future with a brand on the rise, we want to meet you! If you're ready to lead with heart, inspire others, and be part of something bigger, NAYA is the place to make it happen. Reports to: Area Manager Salary: 65k - 90k You will love working at NAYA We believe great people deserve great rewards. NAYA offers a comprehensive and people-focused benefits package designed to support you at work and beyond, including: • Competitive pay and Quarterly bonuses to recognize your impact, • Medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you healthy and thriving, • Commuter benefits to make life easier, • Employee discounts and free NAYA meals — because we believe in enjoying what we serve, • Growth opportunities at every level — we invest in developing leaders from within, • More on the way! At NAYA, you'll find more than a job — you'll find a community that values you, supports your goals, and celebrates your success. How You'll Impact The General Manager is responsible for inspiring, managing, developing, hiring and training the restaurant staff and management team. The GM is also accountable for meeting stated objectives in sales, costs, employee retention, guest service and satisfaction, food quality, cleanliness and sanitation. What You'll Do • Ensures, and is accountable for, the profitability of the store by growing sales and controlling labor, cost of goods and operating expenses., • Hires, trains, manages, coaches, counsels, and evaluates all team members in partnership with the Human Resources Business Partner., • Responsible for creating a culture of development in the restaurant., • Must be able to develop Shift Leaders into their role as well as develop them to be the future General Managers at NAYA., • Achieves NAYA's objectives in sales, service, quality, cleanliness, and restaurant appearance through staff training and creating a positive and productive environment, • Ensures that all food and beverage items are prepared and served in a timely manner and according to NAYA's recipes, portioning, cooking, and serving standards, • Creates and approves the weekly schedule and ensures proper staffing levels per business needs while meeting labor targets and FWW compliance., • Actively builds and maintains the reputation of NAYA in the community, including monitoring online reviews, taking necessary recovery and recognition activity with the guests and team members, • Controls inventories of food, equipment, smallware, and report issues as necessary, • Conducts ordering and monthly inventory, • Reviews daily time punches for accuracy; addresses time clock abuse (clocking in early or late) via coaching and/or documentation, • Submits weekly payroll for approval, • Controls cash and other receipts by adhering to cash handling and reconciliation procedures in accordance with restaurant policies and procedures, • Utilizes daily, weekly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting tools, • Ensures all administrative tasks are complete in a timely manner, like weekly payroll, accident and injury reporting etc., • Supports any marketing initiatives and promotions. Who You Are • 5+ years of restaurant management/leadership operations experience, • Strong leadership, analytical and problem-solving skills, • Superior interpersonal skills and ability to earn trust and respect from colleagues and staff, • Exceptional financial acumen, • Thrives in a constantly evolving, fast-paced environment, • Strong written and verbal communication skills, • Ability to utilize traditional software programs such as Gmail, Microsoft Office and any additional systems as needed; Ability to access and accurately input information using a moderately complex computer system, • Able to work nights, weekends and holidays, and variable schedule, per the needs of the business, • Able to lift at least 50 pounds on a regular basis and bend, stoop, stand and perform extensive walking for 8-10 hours a day

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  • Restaurant General Manager
    Restaurant General Manager
    1 month ago
    $65000–$75000 yearly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    General Manager Sophie's Cuban Cuisine Reports to: Director of Operations / Chief Operating Officer About the Role At Sophie’s Cuban Cuisine, we’re built on culture, tradition, and hospitality. For nearly 30 years, our family-founded, woman-led brand has delivered authentic Cuban flavors with warmth, consistency, and pride. As a General Manager, you are the leader of your restaurant—responsible for driving daily operations, building a strong team culture, and delivering exceptional guest experiences. You lead from the front, set the tone on the floor, and balance hands-on execution with strategic thinking. This role is for someone who takes ownership, leads with hospitality, and is passionate about developing people and growing a business. Compensation & Perks • Salary: $65,000 – $70,000, • A meal on us, with every shift, • Opportunity to grow within a company that promotes from within, • Clear growth path to roles such as District Manager and Director of Operations Key Responsibilities Team Leadership & Development • Recruit, hire, and develop team members aligned with Sophie’s culture, • Create and manage schedules based on sales and labor targets, • Provide real-time coaching and performance feedback, • Build a strong team environment rooted in accountability and respect, • Train staff on SOPs, food safety, and menu knowledge Guest Experience & Hospitality • Lead a guest-first culture rooted in warmth and attentiveness, • Resolve guest concerns with professionalism and care, • Ensure consistency across all channels: in-store, takeout, delivery, and catering, • Train team members on upselling and guest engagement Financial Performance • Own and manage store P&L, • Monitor labor, food cost, and operational expenses, • Manage inventory, ordering, and vendor relationships, • Maintain proper cash handling and reporting procedures Operations Excellence • Ensure all opening, mid-shift, and closing procedures are followed, • Maintain DOH compliance, cleanliness, and food safety standards, • Oversee order accuracy, food quality, and speed of service, • Ensure all digital platforms (Toast, Uber Eats, DoorDash, Lunchbox) are optimized and active Leadership & Communication • Lead from the floor during peak hours, • Conduct daily huddles and ongoing team communication, • Develop assistant managers and future leaders, • Make informed decisions, balancing guest experience and operations Brand Growth & Community • Represent Sophie’s Cuban within the local community, • Monitor and respond to guest reviews, • Support local marketing and promotional initiatives Qualifications • 5+ years of experience as a GM or Assistant GM in a high-volume restaurant, • Strong leadership, communication, and hospitality mindset, • Solid understanding of restaurant financials (P&L, labor, COGS), • Fluent in English (Spanish strongly preferred), • Experience with POS systems (Toast preferred), • ServSafe certified (or willing to obtain within 30 days), • Ability to lead in a fast-paced, high-volume environment Availability • Must have open availability, including nights, weekends, and some holidays Work Environment This is a hands-on leadership role. You will spend the majority of your time on the floor leading your team, supporting service, and ensuring operations run smoothly. This role requires long periods on your feet and the ability to perform in a fast-paced environment. Why Sophie’s Cuban? At Sophie’s, we treat our team like family. We believe in promoting from within, investing in our people, and building careers—not just jobs. If you’re passionate about great food, strong teams, and authentic hospitality, this is your opportunity to grow with a brand that values culture, consistency, and community. Apply today and lead one of New York’s favorite Cuban concepts.

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  • General Manager
    General Manager
    4 days ago
    $68000–$90000 yearly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    At NAYA, we're on an exciting journey - growing fast, sharing authentic, fresh and nutritious Middle Eastern flavors, and building a team that grows right along with us. We are looking for experienced, passionate General Managers to grow with us! At NAYA, your development is our priority — we train, mentor, and promote from within because we believe our people are the heart of our success. If you're a natural leader who loves great food, thrives in a team environment, and is excited to build your future with a brand on the rise, we want to meet you! If you're ready to lead with heart, inspire others, and be part of something bigger, NAYA is the place to make it happen. Reports to: Area Manager You will love working at NAYA We believe great people deserve great rewards. NAYA offers a comprehensive and people-focused benefits package designed to support you at work and beyond, including: • Competitive pay and Quarterly bonuses to recognize your impact, • Medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you healthy and thriving, • Commuter benefits to make life easier, • Employee discounts and free NAYA meals — because we believe in enjoying what we serve, • Growth opportunities at every level — we invest in developing leaders from within, • More on the way! At NAYA, you'll find more than a job — you'll find a community that values you, supports your goals, and celebrates your success. How You'll Impact The General Manager is responsible for inspiring, managing, developing, hiring and training the restaurant staff and management team. The GM is also accountable for meeting stated objectives in sales, costs, employee retention, guest service and satisfaction, food quality, cleanliness and sanitation. What You'll Do • Ensures, and is accountable for, the profitability of the store by growing sales and controlling labor, cost of goods and operating expenses., • Hires, trains, manages, coaches, counsels, and evaluates all team members in partnership with the Human Resources Business Partner., • Responsible for creating a culture of development in the restaurant., • Must be able to develop Shift Leaders into their role as well as develop them to be the future General Managers at NAYA., • Achieves NAYA's objectives in sales, service, quality, cleanliness, and restaurant appearance through staff training and creating a positive and productive environment, • Ensures that all food and beverage items are prepared and served in a timely manner and according to NAYA's recipes, portioning, cooking, and serving standards, • Creates and approves the weekly schedule and ensures proper staffing levels per business needs while meeting labor targets and FWW compliance., • Actively builds and maintains the reputation of NAYA in the community, including monitoring online reviews, taking necessary recovery and recognition activity with the guests and team members, • Controls inventories of food, equipment, smallware, and report issues as necessary, • Conducts ordering and monthly inventory, • Reviews daily time punches for accuracy; addresses time clock abuse (clocking in early or late) via coaching and/or documentation, • Submits weekly payroll for approval, • Controls cash and other receipts by adhering to cash handling and reconciliation procedures in accordance with restaurant policies and procedures, • Utilizes daily, weekly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting tools, • Ensures all administrative tasks are complete in a timely manner, like weekly payroll, accident and injury reporting etc., • Supports any marketing initiatives and promotions. Who You Are • 5+ years of restaurant management/leadership operations experience, • Strong leadership, analytical and problem-solving skills, • Superior interpersonal skills and ability to earn trust and respect from colleagues and staff, • Exceptional financial acumen, • Thrives in a constantly evolving, fast-paced environment, • Strong written and verbal communication skills, • Ability to utilize traditional software programs such as Gmail, Microsoft Office and any additional systems as needed; Ability to access and accurately input information using a moderately complex computer system, • Able to work nights, weekends and holidays, and variable schedule, per the needs of the business, • Able to lift at least 50 pounds on a regular basis and bend, stoop, stand and perform extensive walking for 8-10 hours a day

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  • Customer Service Representative
    Customer Service Representative
    1 month ago
    $45000–$60000 yearly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    We are a fast-growing sales and marketing firm focused on delivering results for nationally recognized brands. Our team thrives in a high-energy, performance-driven environment where individuals are developed into leaders through hands-on training, mentorship, and real-world experience. Position Overview We are seeking motivated individuals to join our team as Customer Service & Sales Representatives. This role combines face-to-face customer interaction with sales execution, making it ideal for individuals who are competitive, people-oriented, and looking to grow into leadership positions. Key Responsibilities Provide exceptional customer service by engaging directly with customers Educate customers on products, services, and promotions Identify customer needs and recommend tailored solutions Execute sales presentations and close new accounts Maintain accurate records of customer interactions and sales activity Collaborate with team members to hit daily and weekly targets What We Offer Comprehensive training program (no prior experience required) Fast-track advancement opportunities into leadership and management Performance-based incentives and bonuses Team-oriented, competitive work environment Ongoing coaching and professional development Qualifications Strong communication and interpersonal skills Positive attitude and strong work ethic Ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment Goal-oriented mindset with a desire to grow Previous customer service, retail, or sales experience is a plus (not required) Ideal Candidate Competitive and driven to exceed goals Enjoys working with people and building relationships Thrives in performance-based environments Looking for long-term growth and leadership opportunities Apply Today If you’re ready to build a career in sales, develop leadership skills, and be part of a winning team, we encourage you to apply now.

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  • General Manager
    General Manager
    4 days ago
    $65000–$85000 yearly
    Full-time
    Hoboken

    At NAYA, we're on an exciting journey - growing fast, sharing authentic, fresh and nutritious Middle Eastern flavors, and building a team that grows right along with us. We are looking for experienced, passionate General Managers to grow with us! At NAYA, your development is our priority — we train, mentor, and promote from within because we believe our people are the heart of our success. If you're a natural leader who loves great food, thrives in a team environment, and is excited to build your future with a brand on the rise, we want to meet you! If you're ready to lead with heart, inspire others, and be part of something bigger, NAYA is the place to make it happen. Reports to: Area Manager Salary: 65k - 85k You will love working at NAYA We believe great people deserve great rewards. NAYA offers a comprehensive and people-focused benefits package designed to support you at work and beyond, including: • Competitive pay and Quarterly bonuses to recognize your impact, • Medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you healthy and thriving, • Commuter benefits to make life easier, • Employee discounts and free NAYA meals — because we believe in enjoying what we serve, • Growth opportunities at every level — we invest in developing leaders from within, • More on the way! At NAYA, you'll find more than a job — you'll find a community that values you, supports your goals, and celebrates your success. How You'll Impact The General Manager is responsible for inspiring, managing, developing, hiring and training the restaurant staff and management team. The GM is also accountable for meeting stated objectives in sales, costs, employee retention, guest service and satisfaction, food quality, cleanliness and sanitation. What You'll Do • Ensures, and is accountable for, the profitability of the store by growing sales and controlling labor, cost of goods and operating expenses., • Hires, trains, manages, coaches, counsels, and evaluates all team members in partnership with the Human Resources Business Partner., • Responsible for creating a culture of development in the restaurant., • Must be able to develop Shift Leaders into their role as well as develop them to be the future General Managers at NAYA., • Achieves NAYA's objectives in sales, service, quality, cleanliness, and restaurant appearance through staff training and creating a positive and productive environment, • Ensures that all food and beverage items are prepared and served in a timely manner and according to NAYA's recipes, portioning, cooking, and serving standards, • Creates and approves the weekly schedule and ensures proper staffing levels per business needs while meeting labor targets and FWW compliance., • Actively builds and maintains the reputation of NAYA in the community, including monitoring online reviews, taking necessary recovery and recognition activity with the guests and team members, • Controls inventories of food, equipment, smallware, and report issues as necessary, • Conducts ordering and monthly inventory, • Reviews daily time punches for accuracy; addresses time clock abuse (clocking in early or late) via coaching and/or documentation, • Submits weekly payroll for approval, • Controls cash and other receipts by adhering to cash handling and reconciliation procedures in accordance with restaurant policies and procedures, • Utilizes daily, weekly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting tools, • Ensures all administrative tasks are complete in a timely manner, like weekly payroll, accident and injury reporting etc., • Supports any marketing initiatives and promotions. Who You Are • 5+ years of restaurant management/leadership operations experience, • Strong leadership, analytical and problem-solving skills, • Superior interpersonal skills and ability to earn trust and respect from colleagues and staff, • Exceptional financial acumen, • Thrives in a constantly evolving, fast-paced environment, • Strong written and verbal communication skills, • Ability to utilize traditional software programs such as Gmail, Microsoft Office and any additional systems as needed; Ability to access and accurately input information using a moderately complex computer system, • Able to work nights, weekends and holidays, and variable schedule, per the needs of the business, • Able to lift at least 50 pounds on a regular basis and bend, stoop, stand and perform extensive walking for 8-10 hours a day

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  • VP of Operations
    VP of Operations
    4 days ago
    $180000–$200000 yearly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    At NAYA, we're on an exciting journey - growing fast, sharing authentic, fresh and nutritious Middle Eastern flavors, and building a team that grows right along with us. Our mission is to build genuine connections through the Middle Eastern flavors that nourish and inspire us We are looking for an experienced, passionate person to grow with us as we live our mission. If you're ready to lead with heart, inspire others, and be part of something bigger, NAYA is the place to make it happen. You will love working at NAYA We believe great people deserve great rewards. NAYA offers a comprehensive and people-focused benefits package designed to support you at work and beyond, including: • Competitive pay to recognize your impact, • Competitive bonus plan Paid Vacation time • Medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you healthy and thriving, • Flexible Spending Account, • Commuter benefits to make life easier, • Employee discounts and free NAYA meals --- because we believe in enjoying what we serve, • Pet Insurance - because we love our furry friends, • Growth opportunities at every level --- we invest in developing leaders from within Employee Assistance, Pay on Demand, Identity Theft Protection, and much more! At NAYA, you'll find more than a job --- you'll find a community that values you, supports your goals, and celebrates your success. About the Role The Vice President of Restaurant Operations is a senior leader responsible for driving operational excellence, scaling performance, and building the infrastructure required for NAYA's next phase of growth. This role partners closely with cross-functional leaders to translate strategy into consistent, high-performing restaurant execution across all markets. This leader will own field operations, market expansion readiness, and the development of a strong, people-first culture that delivers exceptional guest experiences while driving profitable growth. How You'll Make an Impact Operational Strategy & Business Performance • Translate company strategy into clear, executable operational plans across all restaurants and markets, • Drive consistent improvement in key performance metrics: sales, transactions, labor productivity, food cost, and store-level profitability, • Establish and reinforce operating standards that ensure consistency, efficiency, and scalability, • Build systems, routines, and accountability structures that elevate execution across Area Managers and General Managers, • Partner with Finance to manage budgets, forecasts, and performance targets Market Growth & New Market Strategy • Lead operational readiness for new restaurant openings and market expansion, • Develop scalable playbooks for entering and stabilizing new markets, • Partner with Real Estate, Development, and Marketing to ensure successful market launches, • Build regional leadership structures to support multi-market growth (Market Directors, Area Managers), • Identify risks and opportunities in new and existing markets, adjusting strategy accordingly Guest Experience & Brand Execution • Ensure consistent delivery of a high-quality, hospitality-driven guest experience across all locations, • Champion initiatives that enhance speed, accuracy, food quality, and overall guest satisfaction, • Partner with Marketing and Culinary to bring brand and menu initiatives to life in restaurants, • Leverage guest feedback and operational data to continuously improve the experience People & Culture Leadership • Build, develop, and lead a high-performing field organization rooted in NAYA's values, • Create clear expectations, coaching rhythms, and accountability across all levels of operations, • Partner with People & Culture to strengthen hiring, onboarding, training, and retention strategies, • Develop strong leadership pipelines (Shift Leaders → GMs → Area Managers → Market Directors), • Foster a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement Compliance & NYC Operational Expertise • Ensure full compliance with all local, state, and federal labor laws, with deep expertise in NYC Fair Workweek (FWW) requirements, • Partner with HR and Legal to mitigate risk and uphold best practices across scheduling, pay, and employee relations Who You Are • A strategic restaurant operator who can zoom out to set direction and zoom in to drive execution, • A builder who thrives in growth environments and knows how to scale systems, teams, and performance, • A strong people leader who develops talent and holds teams accountable, • Highly data-driven, with the ability to translate insights into action, • Hands-on, visible, and present in the field What You'll Bring • 10+ years of progressive restaurant operations leadership experience -with significant experience in the fast casual sector, • Current or prior experience as a Vice President or Senior Director of Operations in a multi-unit fast casual restaurant brand, • Proven success leading multi-market operations and supporting new market expansion, • Deep experience operating in New York City , including strong working knowledge of Fair Workweek (FWW) and labor compliance, • Demonstrated ability to drive operational performance and improve unit-level economics, • Experience building and leading high-performing field leadership teams, • Strong cross-functional partnership skills (Finance, HR, Marketing, Culinary, Technology) You will love working at NAYA • Bonus: 20% (50/50 personal/company performance), • Health Insurance: NAYA pays 80% individual medical, • Technology Reimbursement: $60/month, • Paid Time Off: 4 weeks Paid Vacation Time/56 hours sick/safe time, • Paid Holidays: 12 days/year, • Other Optional: Commuter Benefits, FSA, LTD/STD, Employee Assistance, Pet Insurance, • Most Importantly: Free NAYA

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  • Area Manager
    Area Manager
    4 days ago
    $90000–$110000 yearly
    Full-time
    New York

    At NAYA, we're on an exciting journey - growing fast, sharing authentic, fresh and nutritious Middle Eastern flavors, and building a team that grows right along with us. We are looking for experienced, passionate Area Managers to grow with us! This is a unique opportunity to work for a people-centric company that will develop you internally. At NAYA, your development is our priority — we train, mentor, and promote from within because we believe our people are the heart of our success. If you're a natural leader who loves great food, thrives in a team environment, and is excited to build your future with a brand on the rise, we want to meet you! If you're ready to lead with heart, inspire others, and be part of something bigger, NAYA is the place to make it happen. How You'll Impact The Area Manager is responsible for leading, managing and developing our restaurant management teams and team members to ensure delivery of superior service and product, as well as both employee and guest satisfaction. This position is also responsible for the overall financial performance for their area's restaurant operations, including sales growth and maximizing profits by meeting budgets for food, labor costs and other controllable costs. The right person for this role is a proven leader and operator, familiar with high growth environments, skilled at managing a P&L, is an excellent communicator, sets a high bar for themselves, and is adept at developing talent. What You'll Do • Responsible for multi-unit operational and financial health, • Supervises their area's General Managers and assists them with:, • Coaching, developing and mentoring their managers and team members, • Driving 4-wall EBITDA while elevating the employee and guest experience through multiple consumer channels, • Building a bench and rolling out succession planning and growth initiatives, • Developing and maintaining an employee-oriented and guest-focused organizational culture emphasizing continuous improvement, high performance, collaboration, teamwork, and process improvements, • Interviewing, hiring, onboarding and training of all restaurant positions, • Responding quickly to changing market conditions and revising strategies accordingly, • Validating compliance with operational initiatives through auditing, training and performance management of their teams, • Jumping into hands-on execution within our restaurants to plug holes and staffing gaps as needed, • Reviews P&L reports monthly with their General Managers to ensure that key financial targets are being met and adjusted based on business needs, • Partner with the Human Resources Business Partner to set clear expectations, follows up and creates a culture of accountability for their restaurant operations teams, • Forecasts and monitors expenses of their General Managers to ensure company goals are met on a weekly, monthly and yearly basis, • Ensures the operations are in compliance with all applicable national, state, and local regulations and laws, • Responsible for reviewing and approving weekly payroll for their assigned stores, • Performs other related duties, tasks, and responsibilities as required, assigned, and directed Who You Are • 7+ years of restaurant management/leadership operations experience, • Experience with senior operations management across multiple states, • Bachelor's Degree or higher, • Strong project management, analytical and problem-solving skills, • Superior interpersonal skills and ability to earn trust and respect from colleagues, • Exceptional financial acumen, • Thrives in a constantly evolving, fast-paced environment You will love working at NAYA We believe great people deserve great rewards. NAYA offers a comprehensive and people-focused benefits package designed to support you at work and beyond, including: • Competitive pay and a bonus plan to recognize your impact, • Medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you healthy and thriving, • Commuter benefits and phone reimbursement to make life easier, • Employee discounts and free NAYA meals — because we believe in enjoying what we serve Growth opportunities at every level — we invest in developing leaders from within EEO STATEMENT Naya is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender (including gender identity or expression), pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, marital status, domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking victim status, ancestry, national origin, alienage or citizenship, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, or other protected status.

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  • General Manager
    General Manager
    6 days ago
    $70000–$85000 yearly
    Full-time
    Downtown Brooklyn, Brooklyn

    At NAYA, we're on an exciting journey - growing fast, sharing authentic, fresh and nutritious Middle Eastern flavors, and building a team that grows right along with us. We are looking for experienced, passionate General Managers to grow with us! At NAYA, your development is our priority — we train, mentor, and promote from within because we believe our people are the heart of our success. If you're a natural leader who loves great food, thrives in a team environment, and is excited to build your future with a brand on the rise, we want to meet you! If you're ready to lead with heart, inspire others, and be part of something bigger, NAYA is the place to make it happen. Reports to: Area Manager Salary: 70k - 80k You will love working at NAYA We believe great people deserve great rewards. NAYA offers a comprehensive and people-focused benefits package designed to support you at work and beyond, including: • Competitive pay and Quarterly bonuses to recognize your impact, • Medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you healthy and thriving, • Commuter benefits to make life easier, • Employee discounts and free NAYA meals — because we believe in enjoying what we serve, • Growth opportunities at every level — we invest in developing leaders from within, • More on the way! At NAYA, you'll find more than a job — you'll find a community that values you, supports your goals, and celebrates your success. How You'll Impact The General Manager is responsible for inspiring, managing, developing, hiring and training the restaurant staff and management team. The GM is also accountable for meeting stated objectives in sales, costs, employee retention, guest service and satisfaction, food quality, cleanliness and sanitation. What You'll Do • Ensures, and is accountable for, the profitability of the store by growing sales and controlling labor, cost of goods and operating expenses., • Hires, trains, manages, coaches, counsels, and evaluates all team members in partnership with the Human Resources Business Partner., • Responsible for creating a culture of development in the restaurant., • Must be able to develop Shift Leaders into their role as well as develop them to be the future General Managers at NAYA., • Achieves NAYA's objectives in sales, service, quality, cleanliness, and restaurant appearance through staff training and creating a positive and productive environment, • Ensures that all food and beverage items are prepared and served in a timely manner and according to NAYA's recipes, portioning, cooking, and serving standards, • Creates and approves the weekly schedule and ensures proper staffing levels per business needs while meeting labor targets and FWW compliance., • Actively builds and maintains the reputation of NAYA in the community, including monitoring online reviews, taking necessary recovery and recognition activity with the guests and team members, • Controls inventories of food, equipment, smallware, and report issues as necessary, • Conducts ordering and monthly inventory, • Reviews daily time punches for accuracy; addresses time clock abuse (clocking in early or late) via coaching and/or documentation, • Submits weekly payroll for approval, • Controls cash and other receipts by adhering to cash handling and reconciliation procedures in accordance with restaurant policies and procedures, • Utilizes daily, weekly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting tools, • Ensures all administrative tasks are complete in a timely manner, like weekly payroll, accident and injury reporting etc., • Supports any marketing initiatives and promotions. Who You Are • 5+ years of restaurant management/leadership operations experience, • Strong leadership, analytical and problem-solving skills, • Superior interpersonal skills and ability to earn trust and respect from colleagues and staff, • Exceptional financial acumen, • Thrives in a constantly evolving, fast-paced environment, • Strong written and verbal communication skills, • Ability to utilize traditional software programs such as Gmail, Microsoft Office and any additional systems as needed; Ability to access and accurately input information using a moderately complex computer system, • Able to work nights, weekends and holidays, and variable schedule, per the needs of the business, • Able to lift at least 50 pounds on a regular basis and bend, stoop, stand and perform extensive walking for 8-10 hours a day

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  • General Manager
    General Manager
    6 days ago
    $70000–$85000 yearly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    At NAYA, we're on an exciting journey - growing fast, sharing authentic, fresh and nutritious Middle Eastern flavors, and building a team that grows right along with us. We are looking for experienced, passionate General Managers to grow with us! At NAYA, your development is our priority — we train, mentor, and promote from within because we believe our people are the heart of our success. If you're a natural leader who loves great food, thrives in a team environment, and is excited to build your future with a brand on the rise, we want to meet you! If you're ready to lead with heart, inspire others, and be part of something bigger, NAYA is the place to make it happen. Reports to: Area Manager You will love working at NAYA We believe great people deserve great rewards. NAYA offers a comprehensive and people-focused benefits package designed to support you at work and beyond, including: • Competitive pay and Quarterly bonuses to recognize your impact, • Medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you healthy and thriving, • Commuter benefits to make life easier, • Employee discounts and free NAYA meals — because we believe in enjoying what we serve, • Growth opportunities at every level — we invest in developing leaders from within, • More on the way! At NAYA, you'll find more than a job — you'll find a community that values you, supports your goals, and celebrates your success. How You'll Impact The General Manager is responsible for inspiring, managing, developing, hiring and training the restaurant staff and management team. The GM is also accountable for meeting stated objectives in sales, costs, employee retention, guest service and satisfaction, food quality, cleanliness and sanitation. What You'll Do • Ensures, and is accountable for, the profitability of the store by growing sales and controlling labor, cost of goods and operating expenses., • Hires, trains, manages, coaches, counsels, and evaluates all team members in partnership with the Human Resources Business Partner., • Responsible for creating a culture of development in the restaurant., • Must be able to develop Shift Leaders into their role as well as develop them to be the future General Managers at NAYA., • Achieves NAYA's objectives in sales, service, quality, cleanliness, and restaurant appearance through staff training and creating a positive and productive environment, • Ensures that all food and beverage items are prepared and served in a timely manner and according to NAYA's recipes, portioning, cooking, and serving standards, • Creates and approves the weekly schedule and ensures proper staffing levels per business needs while meeting labor targets and FWW compliance., • Actively builds and maintains the reputation of NAYA in the community, including monitoring online reviews, taking necessary recovery and recognition activity with the guests and team members, • Controls inventories of food, equipment, smallware, and report issues as necessary, • Conducts ordering and monthly inventory, • Reviews daily time punches for accuracy; addresses time clock abuse (clocking in early or late) via coaching and/or documentation, • Submits weekly payroll for approval, • Controls cash and other receipts by adhering to cash handling and reconciliation procedures in accordance with restaurant policies and procedures, • Utilizes daily, weekly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting tools, • Ensures all administrative tasks are complete in a timely manner, like weekly payroll, accident and injury reporting etc., • Supports any marketing initiatives and promotions. Who You Are • 5+ years of restaurant management/leadership operations experience, • Strong leadership, analytical and problem-solving skills, • Superior interpersonal skills and ability to earn trust and respect from colleagues and staff, • Exceptional financial acumen, • Thrives in a constantly evolving, fast-paced environment, • Strong written and verbal communication skills, • Ability to utilize traditional software programs such as Gmail, Microsoft Office and any additional systems as needed; Ability to access and accurately input information using a moderately complex computer system, • Able to work nights, weekends and holidays, and variable schedule, per the needs of the business, • Able to lift at least 50 pounds on a regular basis and bend, stoop, stand and perform extensive walking for 8-10 hours a day

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  • General Manager
    General Manager
    6 days ago
    $70000–$85000 yearly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    At NAYA, we're on an exciting journey - growing fast, sharing authentic, fresh and nutritious Middle Eastern flavors, and building a team that grows right along with us. We are looking for experienced, passionate General Managers to grow with us! At NAYA, your development is our priority — we train, mentor, and promote from within because we believe our people are the heart of our success. If you're a natural leader who loves great food, thrives in a team environment, and is excited to build your future with a brand on the rise, we want to meet you! If you're ready to lead with heart, inspire others, and be part of something bigger, NAYA is the place to make it happen. Reports to: Area Manager You will love working at NAYA We believe great people deserve great rewards. NAYA offers a comprehensive and people-focused benefits package designed to support you at work and beyond, including: • Competitive pay and Quarterly bonuses to recognize your impact, • Medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you healthy and thriving, • Commuter benefits to make life easier, • Employee discounts and free NAYA meals — because we believe in enjoying what we serve, • Growth opportunities at every level — we invest in developing leaders from within, • More on the way! At NAYA, you'll find more than a job — you'll find a community that values you, supports your goals, and celebrates your success. How You'll Impact The General Manager is responsible for inspiring, managing, developing, hiring and training the restaurant staff and management team. The GM is also accountable for meeting stated objectives in sales, costs, employee retention, guest service and satisfaction, food quality, cleanliness and sanitation. What You'll Do • Ensures, and is accountable for, the profitability of the store by growing sales and controlling labor, cost of goods and operating expenses., • Hires, trains, manages, coaches, counsels, and evaluates all team members in partnership with the Human Resources Business Partner., • Responsible for creating a culture of development in the restaurant., • Must be able to develop Shift Leaders into their role as well as develop them to be the future General Managers at NAYA., • Achieves NAYA's objectives in sales, service, quality, cleanliness, and restaurant appearance through staff training and creating a positive and productive environment, • Ensures that all food and beverage items are prepared and served in a timely manner and according to NAYA's recipes, portioning, cooking, and serving standards, • Creates and approves the weekly schedule and ensures proper staffing levels per business needs while meeting labor targets and FWW compliance., • Actively builds and maintains the reputation of NAYA in the community, including monitoring online reviews, taking necessary recovery and recognition activity with the guests and team members, • Controls inventories of food, equipment, smallware, and report issues as necessary, • Conducts ordering and monthly inventory, • Reviews daily time punches for accuracy; addresses time clock abuse (clocking in early or late) via coaching and/or documentation, • Submits weekly payroll for approval, • Controls cash and other receipts by adhering to cash handling and reconciliation procedures in accordance with restaurant policies and procedures, • Utilizes daily, weekly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting tools, • Ensures all administrative tasks are complete in a timely manner, like weekly payroll, accident and injury reporting etc., • Supports any marketing initiatives and promotions. Who You Are • 5+ years of restaurant management/leadership operations experience, • Strong leadership, analytical and problem-solving skills, • Superior interpersonal skills and ability to earn trust and respect from colleagues and staff, • Exceptional financial acumen, • Thrives in a constantly evolving, fast-paced environment, • Strong written and verbal communication skills, • Ability to utilize traditional software programs such as Gmail, Microsoft Office and any additional systems as needed; Ability to access and accurately input information using a moderately complex computer system, • Able to work nights, weekends and holidays, and variable schedule, per the needs of the business, • Able to lift at least 50 pounds on a regular basis and bend, stoop, stand and perform extensive walking for 8-10 hours a day

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  • General Manager
    General Manager
    6 days ago
    $70000–$85000 yearly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    At NAYA, we're on an exciting journey - growing fast, sharing authentic, fresh and nutritious Middle Eastern flavors, and building a team that grows right along with us. We are looking for experienced, passionate General Managers to grow with us! At NAYA, your development is our priority — we train, mentor, and promote from within because we believe our people are the heart of our success. If you're a natural leader who loves great food, thrives in a team environment, and is excited to build your future with a brand on the rise, we want to meet you! If you're ready to lead with heart, inspire others, and be part of something bigger, NAYA is the place to make it happen. Reports to: Area Manager You will love working at NAYA We believe great people deserve great rewards. NAYA offers a comprehensive and people-focused benefits package designed to support you at work and beyond, including: • Competitive pay and Quarterly bonuses to recognize your impact, • Medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you healthy and thriving, • Commuter benefits to make life easier, • Employee discounts and free NAYA meals — because we believe in enjoying what we serve, • Growth opportunities at every level — we invest in developing leaders from within, • More on the way! At NAYA, you'll find more than a job — you'll find a community that values you, supports your goals, and celebrates your success. How You'll Impact The General Manager is responsible for inspiring, managing, developing, hiring and training the restaurant staff and management team. The GM is also accountable for meeting stated objectives in sales, costs, employee retention, guest service and satisfaction, food quality, cleanliness and sanitation. What You'll Do • Ensures, and is accountable for, the profitability of the store by growing sales and controlling labor, cost of goods and operating expenses., • Hires, trains, manages, coaches, counsels, and evaluates all team members in partnership with the Human Resources Business Partner., • Responsible for creating a culture of development in the restaurant., • Must be able to develop Shift Leaders into their role as well as develop them to be the future General Managers at NAYA., • Achieves NAYA's objectives in sales, service, quality, cleanliness, and restaurant appearance through staff training and creating a positive and productive environment, • Ensures that all food and beverage items are prepared and served in a timely manner and according to NAYA's recipes, portioning, cooking, and serving standards, • Creates and approves the weekly schedule and ensures proper staffing levels per business needs while meeting labor targets and FWW compliance., • Actively builds and maintains the reputation of NAYA in the community, including monitoring online reviews, taking necessary recovery and recognition activity with the guests and team members, • Controls inventories of food, equipment, smallware, and report issues as necessary, • Conducts ordering and monthly inventory, • Reviews daily time punches for accuracy; addresses time clock abuse (clocking in early or late) via coaching and/or documentation, • Submits weekly payroll for approval, • Controls cash and other receipts by adhering to cash handling and reconciliation procedures in accordance with restaurant policies and procedures, • Utilizes daily, weekly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting tools, • Ensures all administrative tasks are complete in a timely manner, like weekly payroll, accident and injury reporting etc., • Supports any marketing initiatives and promotions. Who You Are • 5+ years of restaurant management/leadership operations experience, • Strong leadership, analytical and problem-solving skills, • Superior interpersonal skills and ability to earn trust and respect from colleagues and staff, • Exceptional financial acumen, • Thrives in a constantly evolving, fast-paced environment, • Strong written and verbal communication skills, • Ability to utilize traditional software programs such as Gmail, Microsoft Office and any additional systems as needed; Ability to access and accurately input information using a moderately complex computer system, • Able to work nights, weekends and holidays, and variable schedule, per the needs of the business, • Able to lift at least 50 pounds on a regular basis and bend, stoop, stand and perform extensive walking for 8-10 hours a day

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