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Join our team at an established restaurant and bar, where we value motivation and experience. We are looking for servers who excel at engaging with patrons and upselling drinks. If you are a self-motivated individual, you'll fit right in with our dynamic team. Our patrons are known for being generous tippers, providing an excellent opportunity for those who are enthusiastic and personable. Benefits: • Access to a personalized physician to enhance your healthcare plan. Rewards: • Participate in our Employee of the Month program, which recognizes outstanding contributions and offers a cash incentive.

Who we are: Mama’s is a family owned Italian Restaurant and Pizzeria serving authentic, large portioned dishes and unique specialty sliced. We are looking to hire Experienced Servers for our brand new Carle Place location.

Summary 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 Team Members 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: General 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: • 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 Team Member plays a key role in NAYA's restaurant operations, trained to work across all stations, from front-of-house service to back-of-house preparation. Team Members provide outstanding customer service while ensuring store standards of cleanliness, organization, and quality. Responsibilities include preparing food, working on the service line, cooking on the grill, and setting up and stocking stations. Team Members collaborate with the team to prepare menu items and maintain a smooth, efficient service experience. What You'll Do Food Preparation Production • Prepare daily production items in cooperation with kitchen staff., • Ensure food products are prepped correctly, following recipes and Naya's standards., • Follow recipes and portion control standards to maintain consistency and quality., • Wash dishes and tools used during food prep., • Minimize waste and assist with inventory counts. Kitchen Organization Maintenance • Receive, disinfect, store, and organize deliveries following FIFO and best storage practices., • Maintain proper storage temperatures and rotation procedures per DOH regulations., • Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, tools, and workstations thoroughly and on schedule., • Keep floors in work areas clean, dry, and free of debris., • Ensure a sanitary, clean, and safe kitchen environment, maintaining all equipment and utensils. Customer Service • Provide timely and courteous service to guests in alignment with Naya's policies and procedures. • Display thorough knowledge of menu items, including beverages, and adhere to legal alcohol service requirements., • Greet guests, take orders, and expedite as needed, ensuring accuracy and satisfaction., • Ring orders into the POS system accurately and collect payments., • Assist customers with making change, as applicable., • Follow cash handling procedures, turning in accurate amounts daily. Front-of-House Station Management • Maintain a clean, stocked, and organized workstation at the start of each shift., • Stock cashier stations with necessary items, including paper goods and ice water., • Change trash bags, wipe tables, and counters, and pack sauce sides and pita bread., • Turn on displays and play music as part of daily setup., • Follow the proper cash handling procedures and rings up items correctly, • Complete all side work and cleaning tasks to Naya's standards, including setting up sanitizing pails. Teamwork Communication • Support and assist team members as needed., • Communicate issues and ideas to the Chef or Director of Operations., • Participate in training and development of new employees to uphold Naya's service standards. Compliance Professionalism • Adhere to sanitation standards and company policies on scheduling, clocking in/out, uniforms, and grooming., • Attend company meetings and training sessions as required., • Exhibit a friendly, positive, and helpful attitude at all times., • Carry out additional duties as assigned by management. Who You Are • 1+ year experience as a restaurant team member at similar caliber concept, • The ability to lift at least 50 pounds on a regular basis., • The ability to bend, stoop, stand and perform extensive walking for 8 to 10 hours a day., • Excellent communicator in written and verbal formats., • Communicates information effectively and efficiently., • Completed the Train the Trainer course., • Maintain a friendly, helpful and positive attitude always., • Polished personal presentation; grooming meets Naya standards, as outlined by Employee Handbook, • The ability to withstand exposure to high volume of business and the movement, noise and temperature extremes associated with a busy restaurant., • Ability to perform essential job functions under pressure, maintain professionalism when working under stress., • Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays, and variable schedule, per the needs of the business., • Attends mandatory meetings., • Adherence to company, state, and county sanitation standards., • Strict adherence to posted schedule and clock in/out at times., • Perform all other related and compatible duties as assigned by the Management Team.

Bartender / Cantinero(a) Raíces Boricua Restaurant & Lounge is now hiring experienced and motivated Bartenders. We are looking for team players with a positive attitude, great customer service, and strong work ethic. Responsibilities: Prepare and serve alcoholic & non-alcoholic beverages Provide excellent customer service Maintain a clean and organized bar area Handle cash and POS transactions Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment Must be punctual, professional, and respectful Requirements: Previous bartender experience preferred Must be willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays No cell phone use during working hours Must work well with team members Friendly personality and professional appearance Español Raíces Boricua Restaurant & Lounge está buscando Cantineros(as) con experiencia, motivados y responsables. Buscamos personas con buena actitud, excelente servicio al cliente y ética de trabajo. Responsabilidades: Preparar y servir bebidas alcohólicas y no alcohólicas Brindar excelente servicio al cliente Mantener la barra limpia y organizada Manejar efectivo y sistema POS Trabajar eficientemente en un ambiente rápido Ser puntual, profesional y respetuoso Requisitos: Experiencia previa preferida Disponible para trabajar noches, fines de semana y días feriados No se permite uso de celulares durante horas de trabajo Capacidad para trabajar en equipo Buena presencia y actitud profesional Waiter / Mesero(a) English Raíces Boricua Restaurant & Lounge is hiring energetic and reliable Waiters/Waitresses to join our team. We are seeking hardworking individuals who provide excellent guest experiences. Responsibilities: Greet and attend customers professionally Take food and drink orders accurately Maintain clean tables and dining areas Work together with kitchen and bar staff Deliver excellent hospitality and service Requirements: Positive attitude and communication skills Ability to multitask in a busy environment Must be punctual and responsible Willing to work flexible shifts No cell phone use during working hours unless emergency Teamwork is required Español Raíces Boricua Restaurant & Lounge está contratando Meseros(as) responsables y enérgicos para unirse a nuestro equipo. Buscamos personas trabajadoras y enfocadas en brindar una excelente experiencia al cliente. Responsabilidades: Recibir y atender clientes profesionalmente Tomar órdenes de comida y bebidas correctamente Mantener mesas y áreas limpias Trabajar junto al personal de cocina y barra Brindar excelente hospitalidad y servicio Requisitos: Buena actitud y comunicación Capacidad para trabajar en un ambiente ocupado Ser puntual y responsable Disponible para horarios flexibles No se permite uso de celulares durante horas de trabajo Trabajo en equipo es obligatorio

• We are looking for experienced, passionate Team Members 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!, • 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:, • 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 Team Member plays a key role in NAYA's restaurant operations, trained to work across all stations, from front-of-house service to back-of-house preparation. Team Members provide outstanding customer service while ensuring store standards of cleanliness, organization, and quality. Responsibilities include preparing food, working on the service line, cooking on the grill, and setting up and stocking stations. Team Members collaborate with the team to prepare menu items and maintain a smooth, efficient service experience., • ++What You'll Do++, • Prepare daily production items in cooperation with kitchen staff., • Ensure food products are prepped correctly, following recipes and Naya's standards., • Follow recipes and portion control standards to maintain consistency and quality., • Wash dishes and tools used during food prep., • Minimize waste and assist with inventory counts., • Receive, disinfect, store, and organize deliveries following FIFO and best storage practices., • Maintain proper storage temperatures and rotation procedures per DOH regulations., • Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, tools, and workstations thoroughly and on schedule., • Keep floors in work areas clean, dry, and free of debris., • Ensure a sanitary, clean, and safe kitchen environment, maintaining all equipment and utensils., • Customer Service, • Provide timely and courteous service to guests in alignment with Naya's policies and procedures. • Display thorough knowledge of menu items, including beverages, and adhere to legal alcohol service requirements., • Greet guests, take orders, and expedite as needed, ensuring accuracy and satisfaction., • Ring orders into the POS system accurately and collect payments., • Assist customers with making change, as applicable., • Follow cash handling procedures, turning in accurate amounts daily., • Maintain a clean, stocked, and organized workstation at the start of each shift., • Stock cashier stations with necessary items, including paper goods and ice water., • Change trash bags, wipe tables, and counters, and pack sauce sides and pita bread., • Turn on displays and play music as part of daily setup., • Follow the proper cash handling procedures and rings up items correctly, • Complete all side work and cleaning tasks to Naya's standards, including setting up sanitizing pails., • Support and assist team members as needed., • Communicate issues and ideas to the Chef or Director of Operations., • Participate in training and development of new employees to uphold Naya's service standards., • Adhere to sanitation standards and company policies on scheduling, clocking in/out, uniforms, and grooming., • Attend company meetings and training sessions as required., • Exhibit a friendly, positive, and helpful attitude at all times., • Carry out additional duties as assigned by management., • ++Who You Are++, • 1+ year experience as a restaurant team member at similar caliber concept, • The ability to lift at least 50 pounds on a regular basis., • The ability to bend, stoop, stand and perform extensive walking for 8-10 hours a day., • Excellent communicator in written and verbal formats., • Communicates information effectively and efficiently., • Completed the Train the Trainer course., • Maintain a friendly, helpful and positive attitude always., • Polished personal presentation; grooming meets Naya standards, as outlined by Employee Handbook, • The ability to withstand exposure to high volume of business and the movement, noise and temperature extremes associated with a busy restaurant., • Ability to perform essential job functions under pressure, maintain professionalism when working under stress., • Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays, and variable schedule, per the needs of the business., • Attends mandatory meetings., • Adherence to company, state, and county sanitation standards., • Strict adherence to posted schedule and clock in/out at times.

Job Title: Host (Full-Time) Job Description: We are seeking hosts who can manage guest flow, maintain organization, and provide a strong first impression. Responsibilities: • Greet guests and manage waitlist, • Coordinate seating with kitchen and service staff, • Communicate wait times clearly, • Maintain a welcoming and professional presence Requirements: • Strong communication skills, • Organized and detail-oriented, • Ability to stay calm under pressure Expectations: • Must be available 40–60 hours/week, • Nights and weekends required, • Ability to manage busy service periods

• We are looking for experienced, passionate Team Members 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!, • 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:, • 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 Team Member plays a key role in NAYA's restaurant operations, trained to work across all stations, from front-of-house service to back-of-house preparation. Team Members provide outstanding customer service while ensuring store standards of cleanliness, organization, and quality. Responsibilities include preparing food, working on the service line, cooking on the grill, and setting up and stocking stations. Team Members collaborate with the team to prepare menu items and maintain a smooth, efficient service experience., • ++What You'll Do++, • Prepare daily production items in cooperation with kitchen staff., • Ensure food products are prepped correctly, following recipes and Naya's standards., • Follow recipes and portion control standards to maintain consistency and quality., • Wash dishes and tools used during food prep., • Minimize waste and assist with inventory counts., • Receive, disinfect, store, and organize deliveries following FIFO and best storage practices., • Maintain proper storage temperatures and rotation procedures per DOH regulations., • Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, tools, and workstations thoroughly and on schedule., • Keep floors in work areas clean, dry, and free of debris., • Ensure a sanitary, clean, and safe kitchen environment, maintaining all equipment and utensils., • Customer Service, • Provide timely and courteous service to guests in alignment with Naya's policies and procedures. • Display thorough knowledge of menu items, including beverages, and adhere to legal alcohol service requirements., • Greet guests, take orders, and expedite as needed, ensuring accuracy and satisfaction., • Ring orders into the POS system accurately and collect payments., • Assist customers with making change, as applicable., • Follow cash handling procedures, turning in accurate amounts daily., • Maintain a clean, stocked, and organized workstation at the start of each shift., • Stock cashier stations with necessary items, including paper goods and ice water., • Change trash bags, wipe tables, and counters, and pack sauce sides and pita bread., • Turn on displays and play music as part of daily setup., • Follow the proper cash handling procedures and rings up items correctly, • Complete all side work and cleaning tasks to Naya's standards, including setting up sanitizing pails., • Support and assist team members as needed., • Communicate issues and ideas to the Chef or Director of Operations., • Participate in training and development of new employees to uphold Naya's service standards., • Adhere to sanitation standards and company policies on scheduling, clocking in/out, uniforms, and grooming., • Attend company meetings and training sessions as required., • Exhibit a friendly, positive, and helpful attitude at all times., • Carry out additional duties as assigned by management., • ++Who You Are++, • 1+ year experience as a restaurant team member at similar caliber concept, • The ability to lift at least 50 pounds on a regular basis., • The ability to bend, stoop, stand and perform extensive walking for 8-10 hours a day., • Excellent communicator in written and verbal formats., • Communicates information effectively and efficiently., • Completed the Train the Trainer course., • Maintain a friendly, helpful and positive attitude always., • Polished personal presentation; grooming meets Naya standards, as outlined by Employee Handbook, • The ability to withstand exposure to high volume of business and the movement, noise and temperature extremes associated with a busy restaurant., • Ability to perform essential job functions under pressure, maintain professionalism when working under stress., • Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays, and variable schedule, per the needs of the business., • Attends mandatory meetings., • Adherence to company, state, and county sanitation standards., • Strict adherence to posted schedule and clock in/out at times.

We are seeking a friendly and efficient Front of House Server/Cashier to provide excellent customer service, take orders, and ensure a positive dining experience for our guests. The ideal candidate will be attentive, personable, and capable of handling transactions accurately and swiftly. Key Responsibilities: • Greet customers warmly and seat them promptly., • Take customer orders accurately and efficiently., • Serve food and beverages in a professional and courteous manner., • Handle cash register operations, process payments, and give correct change., • Maintain cleanliness and organization of the front of house area., • Address customer inquiries and resolve issues promptly., • Follow health, safety, and sanitation policies., • Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth service flow., • Upsell menu items when appropriate to enhance sales. Qualifications: • Previous experience in customer service, food service, or cashier roles preferred., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills., • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment., • Basic math skills for handling cash transactions., • Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays., • Friendly, outgoing, and professional demeanor. Working Conditions: • Standing for extended periods., • Working in a busy environment with high customer volume., • Ability to handle stressful situations with professionalism.