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  • Management Trainee – Sales & Events
    Management Trainee – Sales & Events
    1 hour ago
    $3200–$5200 monthly
    Full-time
    Jersey City

    Description: Looking to start a career with real growth into management? Join our team and learn the business from the ground up! NY Events is a direct marketing and sales company representing Fortune 100 brands at retail locations and pop-up events across NYC. We’re hiring motivated people who want to build leadership skills. What you’ll do: • Start in face-to-face sales, representing Fortune 100 brands at events and retail stores, • Engage customers, present products and services, and help them sign up, • Work with your team to hit daily and weekly sales goals, • Learn how events are run, from setup and team coordination to results, • As you grow: train new team members, lead your own team and help manage operations Your growth path: • Sales Representative: learn sales, marketing and customer service, • Team Trainer: coach and develop new team members, • Team Leader / Manager: lead your own team and manage operations Promotions are based on performance and leadership ability. Who we’re looking for: • Ambitious, outgoing and comfortable talking with new people, • Coachable, organized and eager to learn, • Interested in leadership and management, • Experience in retail, customer service, hospitality or sales is a plus but not required, • Recent grads and career changers welcome Pay: $800–$1,400/week Schedule: Full-time, Mon–Fri, 9am–6pm Location: Office in Midtown Manhattan What we offer: • Paid, hands-on training and daily coaching, • A clear path to management based on performance, • Energetic, team-oriented environment, • Experience working with Fortune 100 brands No experience needed. We’ll train you every step of the way. Apply now!

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  • Kitchen Manager
    Kitchen Manager
    14 hours ago
    Full-time
    Elizabeth

    24K Restaurant & Lounge in Elizabeth, NJ is seeking an experienced, reliable, and hands-on Kitchen Manager to oversee daily kitchen operations, manage staff, maintain food quality, and ensure efficient service. The ideal candidate is a strong leader who can maintain an organized, productive kitchen while controlling food costs, managing inventory, and ensuring consistency across regular dining, brunch, private events, and high-volume service. Job Responsibilities Oversee all daily kitchen operations, including opening, preparation, service, and closing. Create and manage weekly kitchen staff schedules. Supervise, train, and evaluate cooks, prep staff, and dishwashers. Assist with hiring, onboarding, and developing kitchen employees. Establish and enforce kitchen procedures, standards, and accountability. Create daily prep lists and ensure all stations are fully prepared before service. Conduct inventory counts every Sunday, Wednesday, and Friday. Manage food ordering, deliveries, vendor communication, and stock levels. Monitor food costs, portion control, waste, and product usage. Maintain consistent food quality, presentation, and portion sizes. Manage kitchen ticket times and coordinate orders to ensure timely service. Work hands-on at cooking stations during busy periods or staffing shortages. Coordinate food preparation for private dinners, brunches, and large events. Maintain kitchen cleanliness, organization, sanitation, and food safety standards. Monitor equipment conditions, refrigeration temperatures, and maintenance needs. Communicate operational concerns, staffing needs, and inventory shortages to the Director of Operations. Ensure the kitchen operates efficiently within established labor and food budgets. Qualifications Minimum 3 years of professional kitchen experience. Previous kitchen management or supervisory experience preferred. Experience in high-volume restaurant operations. Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills. Knowledge of inventory management, food ordering, and cost control. Ability to cook, supervise, and manage multiple orders under pressure. Knowledge of American and Caribbean cuisine preferred. Understanding of food safety and sanitation requirements. Dependable, punctual, and able to work independently. Must be available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. Position: Full-Time, 40 Hours Per Week Compensation: $900–$1,000 Weekly Location: 323 N. Broad Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07208 We are looking for a Kitchen Manager who takes ownership of the kitchen, leads by example, maintains high standards, and ensures the team is prepared for every service. Pay: $23.00 - $26.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week Work Location: In person

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  • Marketing Assistant
    Marketing Assistant
    23 hours ago
    $3200–$5200 monthly
    Full-time
    Jersey City

    Marketing Assistant – Entry Level | Weekly Pay + Growth! 📍 Midtown, Manhattan 💰 Average Weekly Pay: $800 – $1,400 🚀 Full Training Provided | Growth Opportunities Available Are you eager to start a rewarding career in marketing and promotions? Join NY Events, one of the fastest-growing direct marketing firms in New York, as a Marketing Assistant! We’re looking for driven individuals who are passionate about communication, brand awareness, and personal development. No prior experience? No problem — we provide full hands-on training! Your Day-to-Day: • Assist in planning and executing marketing campaigns and brand promotions, • Support event coordination and on-site marketing activities, • Engage with customers to promote products and brand awareness, • Track and report campaign results to the management team, • Collaborate with team members to deliver exceptional marketing experiences We Offer: ✅ Paid training – learn while you earn ✅ Weekly pay ($800 – $1,400 on average) ✅ Clear paths for advancement into leadership or management ✅ Fun, team-oriented culture ✅ Travel and networking opportunities You Are: • Outgoing, energetic, and a great communicator, • Organized and dependable, • Motivated by growth and new challenges, • Ready to take initiative and learn fast 🎯 If you’re ready to launch your marketing career and grow with a dynamic company — apply today and join the NY Events team!

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  • Operations Manager
    Operations Manager
    11 days ago
    $35 hourly
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    OPERATIONS MANAGER Pay: $35 per event Location: In person at East Coast events as scheduled, outdoors and on the road Keep our year-round outdoor sunrise sessions and travel events running smoothly, in every season and at every location, from planning through wrap-up. What you will do • Plan and coordinate year-round outdoor sunrise sessions, sunset sessions, and live events, • Scout and confirm waterfront and outdoor locations, with backup plans for weather and seasonal changes, • Manage schedules, reservations, and attendee communication across East Coast locations, • Coordinate travel logistics for events, including routes, timing, and equipment transport, • Coordinate vendors, venues, food trucks, musicians, and partners, • Set up and break down outdoor spaces before sunrise, including mats, towels, signage, and supplies, • Support guest check-in, questions, and follow-up, including travelers new to the area, • Track attendance, costs, and feedback, and report to the team What we are looking for • Event, operations, or hospitality experience, outdoor or travel events preferred, • Strong organization and communication, • Comfort with Google Calendar, Google Meet, forms, and spreadsheets, • Calm problem-solving at live events, including weather changes, • Early-morning availability year-round (sunrise setup), plus some evenings and weekends, • Willingness to travel along the East Coast as events are scheduled, • Comfort working outdoors in all seasons, • Interest in wellness and yoga

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  • Comedy Club Show Runner
    Comedy Club Show Runner
    1 month ago
    $20–$23 hourly
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    High Line Comedy Club is NYC’s only stand-up venue inside an upscale mini-golf entertainment space — and we’re growing fast. We’re looking for a Show Runner who thrives in live environments, keeps the energy flowing, and ensures every show feels seamless and unforgettable. What You’ll Do • Own show flow from doors open to curtain close — pacing, cues, transitions, and timing, • Ensure the space is performance-ready — lights, seating, green room setup, audience flow, • Coordinate staffing and setup/breakdown with venue operations and security, • Serve as MC behind the scenes — primary point of contact for talent, crew, and guests, • Support talent hospitality — greet comedians, handle lineups, and manage back-of-house needs, • Oversee content capture — coordinate photographers/videographers + ensure clean handoff of footage, • Communicate with VIPs, private groups, and special event organizers, • Work closely with producers to improve show quality and audience experience every night, • Help source and onboard additional show support staff as we expand What You Bring • Experience in live entertainment, stage management, or hospitality a strong plus, • Strong communicator who can keep calm, focused, and fun under pressure, • Sharp situational awareness — you see issues before anyone else does, • Love working with performers and creating great nights for audiences, • Ability to lead with confidence — even when plans change mid-show, • Weekend + evening availability required What We Offer • A creative, high-energy environment where every night is different, • Opportunities to grow into larger producing or management roles, • Free mini-golf + comped show tickets (and the best comedy vibes in NYC)

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