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  • Line Cook (Tipped FOH Role)
    Line Cook (Tipped FOH Role)
    3 days ago
    $19 hourly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Who You Are Our Line Cooks play an essential role in bringing Frø’s traditional Danish holiday offerings to life at the Union Square Holiday Market. You’ll be responsible for preparing and cooking traditional Danish foods while also supporting front-of-house service in a high-volume, fast-paced environment. We’re looking for individuals who take pride in preparing great food, are excited to represent the Frø brand, and thrive in a lively market setting. This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys working as part of a team and is happy to jump between kitchen responsibilities and guest-facing service to keep things running smoothly. Roles & Responsibilities • Prepare and cook traditional Danish foods efficiently and consistently throughout service., • Maintain high standards for food quality, presentation, and consistency while keeping up with a steady flow of orders., • Support front-of-house service by greeting guests, answering questions, taking orders, and operating our POS system as needed., • Move between food preparation, cooking, and guest-facing responsibilities based on service needs., • Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant workstation and service area, following all food safety and operational standards., • Monitor ingredient levels, restock supplies, and communicate preparation needs to the team., • Help with opening and closing procedures, including station setup, preparation, cleaning and organizing throughout the shift, and breaking down the space at the end of the day., • Work collaboratively with the team to keep service running smoothly during high-volume periods., • Help create a fun, festive, and memorable experience for our guests and our team. What We’re Looking For We’re looking for individuals who are: • Passionate about food, hospitality, and creating great guest experiences., • Motivated, energetic, and excited to be part of a growing brand., • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment., • Able to multitask, stay organized, and maintain food quality and consistency during busy shifts., • Team players who communicate well and are willing to jump in wherever needed., • Curious, adaptable, and eager to learn about traditional Danish food and Frø’s offerings., • Reliable, responsible, and attentive to cleanliness and food safety., • Comfortable interacting with guests and supporting front-of-house service when needed., • Available to work throughout the full holiday market season (weekends included), with flexibility to work a variable weekly schedule based on business needs., • Prior experience in a kitchen, food preparation, or food service role is preferred, especially in a fast-paced environment. We’re excited to meet people who bring great energy, a strong work ethic, and a passion for preparing quality food. The Opportunity This role is an opportunity to join Frø for the Union Square Holiday Market season and be part of an exciting period of growth for the brand. You’ll play an important role in bringing traditional Danish holiday food to New York City while working alongside a close-knit team in a lively market setting. While this position begins as a seasonal role, there may be opportunities to continue working with Frø beyond the holiday market season based on business needs, performance, and ongoing availability. If you love food, thrive in a fast-moving environment, and want to help bring some extra holiday cheer to New York City, we’d love to meet you. Compensation • $19/hour base wage, plus tips for shifts worked at the Union Square Holiday Market., • Pay is issued weekly. About Frø Frø is a family-owned, Brooklyn-based Danish rye bread company. Our flagship product is a dense, seeded sourdough rye bread made the traditional Danish way: slowly, simply, and with really good ingredients. We also make other Danish-inspired baked goods, prepared foods, and more. We’re a small, growing company, which means everyone on the team plays a meaningful role. We care deeply about the quality of what we make, but we also value people who are practical, proactive, and willing to roll up their sleeves when there’s work to be done.

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  • Overnight Pick Packer (Cold Environment )
    Overnight Pick Packer (Cold Environment )
    7 days ago
    $17 hourly
    Full-time
    West Bronx, The Bronx

    Job description: Our client , a family-owned Bronx meat supplier, known for hand-selected USDA Prime beef and premium cuts served by top New York steakhouses is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Meat Packaging Associate to join our team. This role focuses on vacuum-sealed meat packaging operations using commercial sealing systems. Location: Bronx , NY Pay $17.00 / HR Shift : 12:00 AM to completion ( Full time )Key Monday to Friday Responsibilities Cryovac Machine Operation • Feed product into vacuum-sealing machines (Multivac R085, VC999), • Monitor vacuum seal integrity and remove/repack defective product, • Trim excess plastic and prepare finished packages, • Run product through shrink tunnel when required, • Maintain steady production flow to avoid bottlenecks or pileups Quality & Food Safety Compliance • Follow sanitation SOPs and equipment safety protocols, • Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), • Prevent cross-contamination and maintain product integrity, • Maintain proper temperature controls (35–40°F environment), • Report equipment or quality issues to leads immediately Production & Team Support • Work collaboratively with fabrication and warehouse teams, • Assist with staging, labeling, and preparation for storage or distribution, • Support end-of-shift cleaning and sanitation procedures Qualifications • Entry-level applicants welcome; previous vacuum packaging or meat processing experience preferred, • Ability to work in wet, refrigerated environments (35–40°F), • Comfortable with repetitive motions and standing for extended periods, • Ability to lift 40–60 lbs, • Strong attention to detail, speed, and teamwork Benefits (Union Position after probation 90 days) • Union representation, • 401(k), • Health insurance, • Dental insurance, • Vision insurance, • Disability insurance, • Paid time off, • Paid sick time, • Employee discount

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  • Seasonal Warehouse & Delivery Specialist
    Seasonal Warehouse & Delivery Specialist
    10 days ago
    $25 hourly
    Part-time
    Port Morris, The Bronx

    Job Title: Seasonal Warehouse & Delivery Specialist Dates: On or about October 22, 2026 – January 6, 2027 Position Type: Seasonal / Temporary Location: Warehouse/Prep Facility based locally with regional transit (NYC & Washington, D.C.) Compensation: $25.00 plus a season-end completion bonus. Minimum 25 hours a week guaranteed, more likely. This position is overtime eligible. Position Overview We are seeking a hardworking, reliable, and detail-oriented Seasonal Warehouse & Delivery Specialist to support our peak holiday season operations. This position combines hands-on warehouse tasks—including nut product preparation and order receiving and staging—with regular local deliveries to high-volume NYC holiday markets and scheduled regional transport runs to Washington, D.C. using a company owned vehicle. Compensation & Bonus • Base Pay: $25.00 per hour, • Completion Bonus: Season bonus paid out upon successful completion of the seasonal contract through January 3. Key Responsibilities • Warehouse Operations & Product Prep:, • Assist with general warehouse maintenance, organizing inventory, and staging stock for daily deliveries., • Prepare, weigh, and package nut products in accordance with food safety, cleanliness, and quality standards., • Receive incoming shipments and maintain accurate stock records., • Other tasks as assigned., • Market Setups & Load-Ins:, • Bryant Park Setup: Execute multiple transport trips starting on or about October 24 to transport booth infrastructure, stock, and display equipment., • Union Square Load-In: Transport and load in booth equipment and stock on November 10., • Washington, D.C. Load-In: Transport equipment and initial inventory to D.C. on November 11., • Regular Market Deliveries & Restocking (3–6x/Week):, • Transport prepped nut products, stock, and supplies to retail locations at Bryant Park and Union Square., • Conduct a dedicated mid-season restock trip to Washington, D.C., • Coordinate delivery windows around high foot-traffic hours and market load-in rules. Deliveries must be made in the overnight or early morning hours., • Market Tear-Downs & Breakdown Logistics:, • Washington, D.C. Tear-Down: Breakdown booth and transport remaining inventory/fixtures back on December 23., • Union Square Tear-Down: Breakdown booth and retrieve remaining stock on December 24., • Bryant Park Tear-Down: Execute final booth breakdown and stock retrieval on January 3., • Assist with post-holiday warehouse organization and final inventory wrap-up through approximately January 6. Qualifications & Requirements • Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record (experience operating cargo vans or box trucks preferred)., • Physical stamina to stand for extended periods during warehouse prep and repeatedly lift/maneuver cargo up to 50 lbs., • Strong attention to detail and adherence to hygiene standards when handling nut products., • Comfortable navigating high-density urban areas (NYC) and driving long-distance highway routes (NYC to Washington, D.C.)., • Exceptional punctuality, reliability, and communication skills. Schedule & Key Dates • Overall Duration: On or about October 22, 2026 – January 6, 2027, • Setups & Load-Ins:, • Oct 24: Bryant Park setup trips begin, • Nov 10: Union Square load-in, • Nov 11: Washington, D.C. load-in, • Tear-Downs:, • Dec 23: Washington, D.C. tear-down, • Dec 24: Union Square tear-down, • January 3: Bryant Park tear-down, • Regular warehouse prep and market deliveries (3–6x/week) continue throughout the active market dates.

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  • Brand Ambassador (Street Marketing) – Manhattan & Brooklyn, NY
    Brand Ambassador (Street Marketing) – Manhattan & Brooklyn, NY
    2 months ago
    $23–$24 hourly
    Part-time
    Williamsburg, Brooklyn

    Full job description Brand Ambassador (Street Marketing) – Manhattan & Brooklyn, NY Earn up to $24/hr+ Performance Bonuses Choose Your Own Missions No Experience Needed Looking for a flexible opportunity where you can earn great pay, stay active, and choose when you work? Oppizi is hiring Brand Ambassadors to represent some of the world's leading food delivery and lifestyle brands across Manhattan and Brooklyn. Whether you're a student, freelancer, creator, recent graduate, or simply looking for extra income, we'll provide the training you need to succeed. No previous experience is required. Why Join Oppizi? • Earn up to $24/hour per shift, • Additional performance bonuses available, • Get paid bi-weekly, • Choose the missions that fit your schedule, • Short 3 hour missions, • Morning, lunch, and evening missions available, • Work throughout Manhattan and Brooklyn, • Immediate start opportunities, • Paid training provided, • Build experience in marketing, events, and brand promotions Compensation • $23/hour guaranteed base pay, • $5/hour on time attendance bonus per shift, • Additional performance bonuses available What You'll Do As a Brand Ambassador, you'll represent exciting consumer brands by engaging with the public in high traffic areas throughout New York City. Your responsibilities include: • Distributing promotional materials, • Introducing customers to brand offers and promotions, • Creating positive interactions with the public, • Representing partner brands professionally, • Tracking your mission using the Oppizi mobile app Who We're Looking For We're looking for reliable, energetic people who enjoy being outdoors and interacting with others. Requirements: • Must be at least 18 years old, • Friendly, dependable, and professional, • Comfortable walking and standing during a 3-hour mission, • Own a smartphone with mobile data, • Authorized to work in the United States No experience? No problem. We hire motivated people and provide all the training you'll need. Mission Locations Campaigns are available throughout Manhattan and Brooklyn, with mission opportunities based on your availability and campaign demand. Our Hiring Process Our onboarding is simple and designed to get you working quickly. • Apply., • Download our app and complete your onboarding steps., • Attend a virtual onboarding online (available daily M-F)., • Attend an in person onboarding at our Brooklyn office., • Receive your materials and begin working. Job Details Job Type: Independent Contractor (1099) Compensation: Earn up to $24/hour + Performance Bonuses Mission Length: 3 hours Mission Times: • Morning, • Lunch, • Evening Work Location: In person – Manhattan & Brooklyn, NY Apply today and start earning with Oppizi! Pay: Up to $24.00 per hour Benefits: • Flexible schedule, • Paid training Work Location: In person

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