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  • Team Member
    Team Member
    3 days ago
    $16.5–$18.5 hourly
    Part-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 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:, • Competitive pay 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 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 8-10 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.

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  • Line Cook
    Line Cook
    5 days ago
    $20 hourly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Harlem Shake is looking for an experienced and dependable Line Cook to join our kitchen team at our Harlem location. Our line cooks work in a busy, fast-paced kitchen preparing burgers, fries, chicken, shakes, and other menu items according to Harlem Shake recipes and quality standards. This position requires speed, accuracy, teamwork, and strong attention to food safety and cleanliness. Responsibilities: • Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes, portion standards, and guest requests, • Work assigned stations, including grill, fry, assembly, prep, and other kitchen areas as needed, • Make sure every order is prepared accurately, safely, and within the expected ticket time, • Complete daily food preparation, including batching, portioning, labeling, and stocking, • Follow FIFO procedures and properly rotate all food products, • Check food quality, freshness, temperatures, labels, and expiration dates, • Follow NYC Department of Health food-storage and sanitation requirements, • Prevent cross-contamination and follow all allergen procedures, • Keep stations stocked, clean, sanitized, and organized throughout the shift, • Complete opening, shift-change, and closing checklists, • Clean kitchen equipment, work surfaces, floors, storage areas, and assigned stations, • Properly record food waste and communicate low-stock items to the manager, • Follow manager and shift-lead instructions, • Assist other team members during busy periods, • Cross-train and complete prep, dishwashing, cleaning, or other kitchen responsibilities when needed, • Follow all Harlem Shake recipes, policies, safety procedures, and workplace standards Qualifications: • Previous line-cook, grill-cook, or fast-casual restaurant experience is strongly preferred, • Comfortable working in a high-volume and fast-paced kitchen, • Able to follow recipes, instructions, and food-safety procedures, • Strong sense of urgency and attention to detail, • Dependable, punctual, productive, and able to work well with a team, • Able to communicate clearly with managers and coworkers, • Willing to learn different kitchen stations and accept coaching, • Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude, • Must be available for scheduled shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed Physical Requirements: • Able to stand and move throughout the entire shift, • Able to work around grills, fryers, heat, steam, and other kitchen equipment, • Able to bend, reach, lift, carry, and perform repetitive tasks, • Able to safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds, • Able to work safely in hot, busy, and sometimes confined kitchen areas Job Types: Full-time and part-time Pay: $15–$18 per hour plus tips Location: Harlem Shake, 100 W. 124th Street, New York, NY 10027 Benefits may include a flexible schedule, paid vacation, and 401(k) eligibility.

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  • Team Member (Fast Food)
    Team Member (Fast Food)
    3 days ago
    $17–$19 hourly
    Full-time
    Upper West Side, Manhattan

    CULTIVATE A BETTER EXPERIENCE At Taco Tek, we believe fast food shouldn’t feel like fast food.We’re on a mission to serve bold Mexican-inspired flavors using fresh ingredients, made-to-order meals, and genuine hospitality. Whether we’re preparing a burrito, grilling steak, frying fresh chips, or welcoming guests with a smile, every team member plays an important role in creating an exceptional experience. We’re looking for energetic, dependable people who take pride in their work, enjoy working with others, and want to grow with a fast-growing restaurant brand. If that sounds like you, we’d love to meet you. THE OPPORTUNITY As a Crew Member, you’ll learn every aspect of the restaurant. Depending on your experience and shift, you’ll rotate through different stations including: • Grill, • Prep, • Line, • Cashier, • FOH, • Closing & Opening Operations Whether you’re opening the restaurant in the morning or closing late at night, you’ll help deliver great food and outstanding service while maintaining Taco Tek’s standards for quality, cleanliness, speed, and hospitality. No two shifts are exactly alike, giving you the opportunity to learn new skills and grow into leadership positions. WHAT YOU’LL DO Every shift starts with one goal: Deliver an exceptional guest experience. Responsibilities may include: Guest Experience • Welcome every guest with a positive attitude., • Prepare customized orders accurately and efficiently., • Deliver friendly, fast, and genuine customer service., • Resolve guest concerns professionally., • Maintain a clean and inviting dining room. Food Preparation • Prepare fresh ingredients daily., • Grill meats and vegetables., • Fry chips, fries, quesadillas, and other menu items., • Assemble burritos, bowls, tacos, nachos, salads, and other made-to-order meals., • Follow recipes and portion standards., • Ensure food quality and presentation meet Taco Tek standards. Restaurant Operations • Stock and replenish ingredients throughout the shift., • Rotate inventory using FIFO procedures., • Monitor food quality and freshness., • Complete prep work throughout the day., • Follow all food safety and sanitation standards., • Complete temperature logs and required checklists. Teamwork • Support teammates during busy periods., • Communicate clearly between front and back of house., • Help train new Crew Members., • Maintain a positive, respectful work environment. MORNING SHIFT RESPONSIBILITIES Morning Crew Members help prepare the restaurant for a successful day by: • Opening kitchen and dining areas, • Preparing fresh ingredients, • Cooking proteins and sides, • Stocking stations, • Receiving deliveries, • Organizing inventory, • Preparing online order stations, • Ensuring the restaurant is ready before opening NIGHT & CLOSING SHIFT RESPONSIBILITIES Closing Crew Members help finish the day strong by: • Serving late-night guests with the same quality and hospitality, • Keeping stations stocked until closing, • Breaking down kitchen equipment, • Cleaning grills, fryers, prep stations, and dining areas, • Properly storing food, • Completing nightly prep, • Washing dishes and utensils, • Completing closing checklists, • Leaving the restaurant clean, organized, and ready for the next day’s team WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE TABLE We’re looking for people who are: • Reliable and punctual, • Positive and hardworking, • Team-oriented, • Friendly and guest-focused, • Willing to learn, • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, • Passionate about fresh food and hospitality Qualifications: • Restaurant or customer service experience preferred, but not required., • Strong communication skills., • Ability to stand for long periods., • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds., • Comfortable working around hot equipment., • Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays., • Must meet minimum hiring age requirements., • 21+ preferred for certain positions. GROW WITH TACO TEK Many of our leaders started as Crew Members.We believe in promoting from within and investing in our people.Potential career path:Crew Member↓Kitchen Specialist / Cash Lead↓Shift Leader↓Assistant General Manager↓General Manager↓District Manager WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE ✔ Competitive pay✔ Free meal during every shift✔ Flexible scheduling✔ Paid training✔ Growth opportunities✔ Cross-training across multiple stations✔ Employee recognition programs✔ Team-focused culture✔ Fast-paced environment where every day is different✔ Opportunity to grow with a rapidly expanding restaurant brand OUR VALUES Fresh First We prepare food with pride using quality ingredients. Hospitality Always Every guest deserves an exceptional experience. Better Together We win as one team. Own It Take responsibility. Solve problems. Lead by example. Keep Growing Learn something every shift. Move With Purpose Work efficiently without sacrificing quality. Join the Taco Tek Team Whether you’re looking for your first job, building a career in hospitality, or searching for a place where hard work is recognized, Taco Tek is a place where you can learn, grow, and make an impact every day. Fresh Food. Great People. Endless Opportunity.

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  • Restaurant Crew Member
    Restaurant Crew Member
    15 days ago
    Full-time
    Foxhurst, The Bronx

    Part-time | Full-time $17 - $19 an hour Benefits Paid training Employee discount Flexible schedule Qualifications Pre-cooking preparation Guest relations Quick service & fast food restaurant experience Attention to detail Retail math Full Job Description Job Summary Join our dynamic team as a Restaurant Crew Member and become the heart of our fast-paced food service environment! In this energetic role, you'll deliver exceptional customer experiences by preparing delicious food, managing orders efficiently, and maintaining a clean, welcoming workspace. Your enthusiasm and dedication will help create a lively atmosphere where guests feel valued and satisfied. Whether you're handling food preparation, operating POS systems, or assisting customers directly, your contribution is vital to our success. This paid position offers a fantastic opportunity to develop culinary skills, gain retail experience, and thrive in a vibrant team setting. Responsibilities Prepare food items according to established recipes and safety standards, ensuring quality and consistency. Operate POS systems such as Aloha POS and Micros POS to process customer orders accurately and efficiently. Manage food service customer orders from start to finish, providing friendly service and upselling menu items to enhance guest satisfaction. Maintain a clean and organized workspace by following sanitation guidelines and food safety protocols throughout your shift. Handle cash register operations including processing cash transactions, giving correct change, and managing retail sales transactions with precision. Assist in operating kitchen equipment safely and effectively to support food preparation activities. Provide excellent customer service by greeting guests warmly, answering questions about menu items, and ensuring their experience is positive from start to finish. Experience Previous experience in quick service or fast food restaurants is preferred but not required; training will be provided. Familiarity with food preparation, food handling, and sanitation standards in a restaurant or café environment is highly valued. Basic math skills are essential for accurate cash handling and transaction processing. Experience with POS systems such as Aloha POS or Micros POS will be advantageous but can be learned on the job. Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively during busy periods while maintaining attention to detail. Strong customer service skills with a positive attitude that energizes team interactions and enhances guest experiences. Knowledge of food safety management practices ensures compliance with health regulations and promotes a safe dining environment. Join us in creating memorable dining experiences! This role offers an exciting chance to develop your skills in food service, sales, and hospitality while working in a lively team environment dedicated to excellence. Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour Benefits: Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid training Shift availability: Overnight Shift (Required) Night Shift (Required) Work Location: In person

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  • Jerk Chicken Grill Specialist
    Jerk Chicken Grill Specialist
    25 days ago
    $17–$20 hourly
    Full-time
    Prospect Lefferts Gardens, Brooklyn

    We are looking for a reliable and experienced Jerk Chicken Grill Cook to prepare and grill jerk chicken and other grill menu items. This is primarily an outdoor grilling position, with regular exposure to heat, smoke, and changing weather conditions. Key Responsibilities • Prepare, season, and grill jerk chicken and other menu items according to established recipes and food safety standards., • Operate and monitor the outdoor grill, including cooking temperatures and timing., • Work efficiently during busy service periods while maintaining consistent food quality., • Keep the grill, cooking area, and equipment clean, organized, and sanitary., • Prepare and organize ingredients and supplies needed for service., • Assist with portioning, packaging, and serving as needed., • Communicate with the kitchen or management regarding food levels, supplies, and equipment needs., • Work outdoors for extended periods in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, and rain. Qualifications • Previous grill or commercial kitchen experience required., • Experience preparing jerk chicken or Caribbean-style food is a plus., • Knowledge of food safety and proper cooking temperatures., • Comfortable working around heat, smoke, and an active outdoor grilling environment., • Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently., • Able to stand for extended periods and lift kitchen supplies as needed. Schedule & Compensation Schedule and pay will be discussed based on experience and availability.

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