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  • Senior Recruiter
    Senior Recruiter
    12 hours ago
    Full-time
    New York

    WHY WORK AT JOE & THE JUICE JOE & THE JUICE is a people-centric food and beverage company built around culture, not just juice, sandwiches, coffee, and much more. When joining us, you step into a high-energy community where the music is loud, the bar is your stage, and your personality matters as much as your skills. We believe in four simple virtues that shape everything we do: • Positive Attitude, • Inclusion, • Social Ties, • Growth For us, this means that when you choose a cup-half-full mindset, welcome people from every background, build real friendships across the bar by creating great guest experiences, and use every shift as a chance to learn something new — you become more than just a Juicer; like us, you continue to search and find purpose and meaning in what you do. From your first day, you'll be part of an international network of Juicers who support each other, celebrate wins together, and push each other to grow. You will learn by doing, move through a clear Moneyball career path, and be part of a company where most leaders have earned their stripes behind the bar (fun fact: over 75% of our employees started as Juicers!). If you love fast-paced service, music, people, and the idea of turning a job into a lifestyle, JOE can become a place to build skills, friendships, and a career that can take you across cities, countries, and roles. As a Senior Recruiter you have extensive experience with high-volume, full cycle recruitment in a fast-paced environment. You will serve as a lead member of the Talent Acquisition team, providing mentorship, guidance, and operational support to the Talent Acquisition Team. The Senior Recruiter will develop sourcing strategies, optimize pipelines, and implement best practices to meet aggressive hiring goals KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Manage full-cycle recruitment for Store and Corporate positions, ensuring a consistent, high-quality candidate experience, • Consistently meet and exceed weekly and monthly recruitment goals, • Identify and test new sourcing channels, tools and partnerships to improve speed and quality of hire, • Own a large requisition load while consistently meeting time to fill, quality and volume targets, • Serves as the Talent Acquisition team lead for employer branding, partnering with marketing and leadership to strengthen the employment brand, support and new store hiring initiatives, • Establish and manage strategic partnerships with schools, colleges and local community, • Contribute to the development and execution of talent acquisition strategy, • Identify opportunities to improve recruiting processes, tool and workflows to support growth and efficiency Identify and attract top talent through diverse sourcing strategies, including local market networking, colleges, universities, and innovative digital platforms, • Serve as go to resource for complex or high priority hiring needs, • Play a key role in developing and executing new store hiring strategies, • Lead local hiring events and community partnerships, • Assist with hiring reports, and insights to assess recruitment performance and guide strategic decisions, • Build and maintain evergreen pipelines for reoccurring and hard to fill roles, • Partner with TA leadership and cross functional stakeholders to prioritize and execute TA initiatives, • Lead special projects led by the Senior Talent Acquisition Manager to drive innovation QUALFICATIONS • At least 5 years of recruitment experience, ideally within a high-volume multi-unit environment, • Bachelor's degree in a related field strongly preferred, • Self-motivated professional with a results-driven mindset and a passion for innovative ideas, • Demonstrated ability to deliver results in fast-paced, high-growth environments, • Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, • Strong organizational and time-management capabilities, • Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities simultaneously, • Comfortable working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines, • Proactive problem solver with a strategic, solution-oriented approach, • Compensation- $115,000 -$130,000 By joining Joe & The Juice, you are contributing to a healthier world, one juice at a time. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and encourage diversity in our workplace. Together, we can create memorable guest experiences and build a vibrant, successful community. ++[NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY](https://tinyurl.com/joejuicenotice)++ ABOUT JOE & THE JUICE JOE & THE JUICE is a healthy fast-casual concept founded in Copenhagen in 2002; since then, we have grown to more than 500 locations across 20 countries and now employ more than 4,500 people worldwide. From day one, our ambition has been to prove that there should be no trade-off between taste and health. We serve high-quality, freshly prepared juices, shakes, coffee, and sandwiches in relaxed, contemporary concept cafés that combine convenience with distinct urban atmospheres. JOE & THE JUICE goes beyond products toward the full experience around the bar, creating a consistent universe for guests and Juicers in all our locations. We invest heavily in internal development through our Moneyball career system and a culture where most leaders, including C-suite, VPs, and directors, have started behind the bar. We continue to evolve our people-centric and sustainability agenda that is part of our Nordic heritage and our commitment to a better future.

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  • Director of Architecture & Design
    Director of Architecture & Design
    3 days ago
    $140000–$150000 yearly
    Full-time
    Moonachie

    With a projected 1,000 cafes in the United States by 2030, Paris Baguette is one of the fastest-growing neighborhood bakery cafés in the world. Our vision is to reestablish the neighborhood bakery café as the heart of the community around the world. Paris Baguette's mission is to bring expertly crafted baked and brewed goods through a warm and welcoming bakery café experience that delivers joy to everyone. If you are someone who has heart, wants to spread joy, nourish community and is ready to rise to the occasion, we are looking for you to join our growing team! WHAT WE ARE HUNGRY FOR The Director of Architecture & Design is responsible for leading Paris Baguette's architectural vision and design standards across all new café openings, refreshes, and remodels in the United States and internationally. This role owns the full design lifecycle — from prototype development and test-fit review through construction document approval and project closeout — and serves as the primary steward of brand design integrity across the entire café portfolio. The Director will build and manage a high-performing external architecture network, drive continuous improvement of design standards and prototype efficiency, and partner cross-functionally with Construction, Real Estate, Operations, and Marketing to ensure every café reflects the Paris Baguette brand at its best. KNOWLEDGE AND RESPONSIBILITIES Design Leadership & Standards • Own and continuously evolve Paris Baguette's prototype design, brand standards, and design guidelines across all café formats (inline, endcap, freestanding, non-traditional)., • Review and approve all test-fit layouts for new locations, ensuring compliance with prototype standards, operational requirements, and brand criteria., • Lead comprehensive review and redline of construction document (CD) sets, identifying design deficiencies, code conflicts, and brand deviations prior to permit submission., • Approve all design elements — materials, finishes, millwork, signage, lighting, furniture, and equipment placement — for new builds, refreshes, and remodels., • Develop and maintain a design element library and approved vendor/product specifications to ensure consistency and procurement efficiency across the portfolio. Refresh & Remodel Program • Lead the design and coordination of the café refresh and remodel program, including scope definition, phasing strategy, and budget benchmarking., • Partner with Operations and Franchise Business Consultants to prioritize refresh candidates and develop refresh tiers aligned to investment levels., • Ensure remodel designs balance brand elevation with operational continuity, minimizing franchisee disruption and downtime. External Architecture Network • Build, manage, and evaluate a national network of preferred architecture firms, ensuring geographic coverage, capacity, and performance standards are maintained., • Establish scopes of work, fee structures, and deliverable expectations for all external architect engagements., • Conduct ongoing performance reviews of architecture partners; onboard and offboard vendors as portfolio needs evolve., • Serve as the primary escalation point for design disputes, RFI resolution, and scope clarifications between architects, general contractors, and franchisees. Cross-Functional Collaboration & Process • Partner with Real Estate to evaluate site feasibility and inform LOI decisions based on design and construction viability., • Collaborate with Construction Project Managers throughout the project lifecycle to ensure design intent is preserved through permit and field execution., • Coordinate with Marketing and Brand teams to ensure café environments align with evolving brand positioning and campaign direction., • Interface directly with franchisees and their representatives to communicate design requirements, manage expectations, and resolve design-related issues., • Maintain and improve internal design review processes, approval workflows, and documentation standards to support a high-volume, fast-growing pipeline. Reporting & Administration • Track design review timelines and approval status across the active pipeline; report on bottlenecks, delays, and design-related risks to the VP of Development., • Manage the Architecture & Design department budget, including external architect fees, prototype development costs, and design tool subscriptions., • Stay current with trends in retail, QSR, and hospitality design; proactively recommend prototype updates and design innovations that enhance the guest experience and operational performance, • Other duties may be assigned WHAT YOU NEED TO HAVE • Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or related field required; Master's degree preferred. Licensed Architect (AIA) strongly preferred., • At least 10+ years of progressive experience in architecture and design, with a minimum of 5 years in a leadership role overseeing multi-unit retail, QSR, hospitality, or food & beverage rollout programs., • Demonstrated experience managing external architecture firms at scale across a national or multi-regional portfolio of 50+ concurrent projects., • Deep fluency in construction documents, redlining, and CD review processes; ability to identify code, coordination, and brand compliance issues across full CD sets., • Proven track record leading refresh and remodel programs from concept through execution., • Experience with franchise development environments and the ability to navigate franchisee relationships with professionalism and diplomacy., • Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and/or BIM tools; working knowledge of project management platforms (e.g., Procore, Smartsheet, or equivalent)., • Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage a high-volume pipeline across multiple geographies simultaneously.Strong communication and presentation skills; comfortable presenting design direction and program updates to senior leadership and ownership groups. * Passion for brand, design quality, and the guest experience — with the operational mindset to balance design aspiration with build efficiency and franchisee investment.Ability and willingness to travel nationally to café sites, architecture firms, and franchise markets as needed., • Feedback is a gift! Ability to provide constructive feedback and recognition to every member of the organization, to ensure we have an open and transparent culture of high-performance standards., • High emotional intelligence and the ability to work collaboratively across diverse teams., • Passionate about empowering and developing others while upholding brand standards., • Teams Win! Must be a team player who fosters a collaborative and engaged teamwork environment., • Being a Brand Ambassador, with an excellent knowledge of and commitment to Paris Baguette's Mission, Vision, Brand Values and Culture. SWEET BENEFITS • Competitive compensation, • Free Cake for your Birthday, • Medical, Dental, Vision benefits, • 401K Retirement Plan, • Paid time off, paid Holidays, • High Performance Culture

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  • Kitchen Aide/Cook (PT-Temp)
    Kitchen Aide/Cook (PT-Temp)
    1 month ago
    $20–$23 hourly
    Part-time
    Sunnyside, Queens

    Salary: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour Job Classification: Non-Exempt, Part-Time Temporary Reports to: OAC Head Cook Schedule: 2 days per week, 7 hours/day for July and August 2026 Organizational Description: Sunnyside Community Services (SCS) is a multi-service, community-based organization providing a broad range of services to approximately 16,000 people each year. Our services include: pre-kindergarten and after school programs; college prep and career programs for teens and young adults; supports for immigrants; a vibrant Older Adult Center, dedicated home care services, support and assistance for family caregivers, and social adult day program for people with cognitive and physical impairments. Part-Time Kitchen Aide / Assistant Cook – Role Description: Sunnyside Community Services is seeking a Kitchen Aide/Assistant Cook to work at the Older Adult Center which provides essential services to older adults in a community-based setting, including education, recreation, physical and mental health support, benefit assistance, referrals, and nutritious, freshly prepared meals served daily. The Kitchen Aide/Assistant Cook is responsible for cooking and assisting with meal preparation for Older Adult Center members and agency programs, while ensuring compliance with Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) and Department for the Aging (DFTA) standards and regulations. This role supports safe, sanitary kitchen operations and helps maintain a welcoming environment for older adults, volunteers, and visitors. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Perform daily food preparation and cooking, including meal service for the Older Adult Center and agency programs, in accordance with DFTA nutrition guidelines, regulated portion sizes, and DOHMH regulations. Breakfast and/or evening service may be required., • Receive and store food and kitchen deliveries as needed., • Assist with inventory management of food, supplies, and kitchen equipment., • Maintain cleanliness and proper sanitization of all kitchen and dining areas, including refrigeration and freezer units, steam tables, beverage dispensers, work surfaces, cooking equipment, dishes, utensils, appliances, storage areas, and dining room tables., • Support oversight of kitchen volunteers and food handlers during meal preparation, service, and cleanup in compliance with DOHMH and DFTA standards., • Attend required DFTA trainings and other related meetings as assigned. Physical Requirements: • Ability to work in a kitchen environment and remain standing for extended periods., • Ability to lift and carry heavy items., • Strong attention to cleanliness and sanitation. Working Conditions • Fast-paced kitchen environment. Requirements • Valid NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene Food Protection Certificate., • High school diploma or equivalent life experience., • Preferred experience with group meal preparation., • Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel and Outlook., • Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends., • Bilingual English/Spanish preferred. How to apply: Send cover letter and resume. Indicate “Part-Time Kitchen Aide/Cook” in subject line. All positions at Sunnyside Community Services are filled without regard to race/color, religion/creed, national origin, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, pregnancy-related condition or lactation, military/veteran status, marital status, familial status, caregiver status, sexual or reproductive health decisions, height, weight, status as a victim of domestic violence/stalking/ sex offenses, predisposing genetic characteristic, immigration or citizenship status, prior arrest or conviction record, credit history, salary history, unemployment status, pre-employment marijuana testing, union affiliation/activity, or for reporting or opposing discrimination on these bases or for reporting or opposing violations of workplace health and safety, pay equity or practices, or for participating in any internal or any legally protected status listed in the New York City Human Rights Law (NYCHRL). All are encouraged to apply. Sunnyside Community Services strives to address, explore, and educate all our stakeholders about the diversity of human experience and to advance and integrate racial equity and social justice into all organizational policies and programs. We believe that everyone, regardless of who they are or what they do for the organization, should feel equally involved and supported. Sunnyside Community Services represents a commitment to considering the whole person and how systemic barriers and access to opportunities can affect their well-being. For more information about Sunnyside Community Services, please visit the website at www.scsny.org *Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer*

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  • Cook
    Cook
    2 months ago
    $17–$19.83 hourly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    The salary range is based on several factors, including, but not limited to, overall experience, relevant experience, education level, certifications, applicable skills, and expertise. *Join UP! We are lighting the path home, one person at a time.* About Urban Pathways Since 1975, Urban Pathways has engaged New York City’s most vulnerable residents, people on the streets or in areas unfit for human habitation, “lighting the path home, one person at a time.” Urban Pathways is a catalyst for transformative change in the lives of unhoused adults, empowering them to discover their inherent strengths and abilities. We provide essential support and foster an environment where individuals can redefine their narratives and become their best selves. Responsibilities Reporting to the Director of Operations/Kitchen Supervisor, the Cook works independently and/or in a team to prepare monthly food menus, cook food, serve meals, and keep the kitchen area clean and neat. Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Cook's duties include: • Prepare and serve meals for the shift. Prepare and schedule meal planning for other shifts when other staffers are present., • Plan menus and run a monthly client food committee., • Wash all dishes immediately following meals when present., • Prepare the kitchen for other meals., • Advise the Director of Operations of kitchen needs and order supplies for the kitchen, including food and utensils, as needed., • Thoroughly clean the entire work area after each meal, including the sink, stove, and countertops., • Record meal counts and submit monthly statistics to the Director of Operations., • Attend staff meetings and training as scheduled., • Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications • A high school diploma, GED, or equivalent is preferred., • NYS Food Handlers Certificate or equivalent is required., • CPR, First aid are required within 3 months of hire., • AED preferred., • Completion of recent PPD Test within one year of employment and annually thereafter is required., • A minimum of one year of experience in food preparation for a residential population of at least 50 is preferred., • Knowledge of food and nutrition., • Experience with the homeless, persons living with a mental health condition, and substance abuse populations is preferred., • Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, Outlook, etc.) are a plus., • Basic written and verbal communication skills., • Foreign languages are a plus. Urban Pathways offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being and professional growth of our employees. These benefits include: • Healthcare Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans to keep you and your family in good health., • Retirement Savings: A 403(b) plan and a 401(a) with employer annual contribution to help you plan for a secure financial future., • Paid Time Off: Generous paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and personal days., • Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development to enhance your skills and advance your career., • Flexible Work Arrangements: Work-life balance is important to us, and we offer flexible work arrangements to accommodate your needs., • Wellness Programs: Employee wellness programs, including fitness initiatives and mental health support., • Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential counseling and support services for personal or work-related issues., • Employee Recognition: Recognition programs to celebrate and reward outstanding contributions.

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