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We publish local papers in lower Manhattan and Brooklyn. We need someone who is looking for an opportunity to break into the sales field. This is not an easy proposition, print newspapers are not the hottest thing right now, but we have a loyal local readership responsive to our pages. We also offer local digital ads. Look up Star-Revue online and you'll find our two websites and get an idea what we are about. You will make minimum wage for your time, and real money with commissions if you become good at it. You've got to be comfortable with rejection, because every ten or fifteen rejections may lead to a sale. This is mostly about persistence and relationship building. The company backs you up with training, promotions and we use Monday for organization.

We are looking for motivated and reliable individuals to join our team as HVAC Helpers, Apprentices, and Technicians. Whether you are just starting your HVAC career or already have experience in the trade, we offer opportunities for growth, hands-on training, and advancement. Responsibilities Assist with the installation, maintenance, and repair of residential and commercial HVAC systems. Install furnaces, boilers, air conditioners, heat pumps, mini-split systems, and ventilation equipment. Troubleshoot and diagnose HVAC system issues (Technician level). Perform preventive maintenance and seasonal service. Load, unload, and organize tools, equipment, and materials. Maintain a clean and safe work environment. Provide professional and courteous customer service. Follow company safety policies and local building codes. Qualifications: Must be fluent in both English and Chinese(Mandarin or Cantonese) with a Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record. HVAC Helper / Apprentice HVAC or related experience and/or education are preferred. Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn. Ability to lift up to 75 pounds. Comfortable working outdoors and in confined spaces. Reliable transportation to the shop or job sites. HVAC Technician 2+ years of HVAC installation or service experience preferred. EPA Section 608 Certification preferred. Ability to troubleshoot residential and commercial HVAC equipment. Strong communication and problem-solving skills. What We Offer Competitive pay based on experience. Overtime opportunities. Career advancement from Helper to Lead Technician. Supportive team environment. Paid holidays and paid time off. Company vehicle for qualified technicians. Uniforms provided (where applicable).

We are seeking two experienced Documentary Journalism Instructors to lead a 10-day youth documentary and journalism program in Brooklyn, NY in partnership with AmeriCorps and 9/11 Day. Instructors will mentor a cohort of high school students as they explore how the legacy of September 11 continues to inspire service, resilience, and civic engagement. Working alongside a professional production team, instructors will guide students through story development, interview preparation, ethical journalism practices, and on-camera reporting while supporting the production of original documentary segments. Responsibilities include: • Lead daily journalism and documentary storytelling activities., • Coach students in interviewing, research, and story development., • Support students during field interviews and on-location filming., • Provide constructive feedback on reporting and presentation skills., • Collaborate with production staff to ensure a positive and engaging learning environment., • Help supervise students throughout the program. Qualifications: • Experience in journalism, documentary filmmaking, broadcast news, digital media, or a related field., • Experience working with youth or in educational settings is preferred., • Strong communication, mentoring, and organizational skills., • Comfortable working in a collaborative, fast-paced production environment., • Will have to complete a background check Program Details: • Dates: August 17-28, 2026 (Monday-Friday), • Hours: Approximately 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m., • Location: Brooklyn, NY, • Compensation: $1,850 Flat Rate

Experience Deli Man who experience with makein sandwiches for more than five years that speaks good English. Night time 11pm to 9am

Vision Therapy Assistant / Administrative Assistant (Park Slope / Gowanus) 20-25 hours per week - Brooklyn Vision Therapy is a niche optometry practice specializing in vision therapy and rehabilitation seeking a new vision therapy assistant. As a vision therapy assistant, you will work one-to-one with patients, coaching and motivating them through exercises and games that will strengthen their visual skills. Vision therapy is an incredible way to change lives for the better - helping patients overcome visual problems that are impacting their ability to perform well in school, work, or life. There is room to grow and complete training to become a certified vision therapist over the next 1-3 years. Primary duties will eventually include working 1:1 with patients of all ages, but particularly kids aged 4-12, as well as assisting with day-to-day operations and administrative tasks in a fast-paced but fun practice. Training will be provided, but we are ideally seeking someone with a background in optometry, occupational therapy, physical therapy, or early education, who has experience working with children and experience working as a receptionist or in an administrative, or operational role. Candidates should be highly organized, have strong time management, prioritization, and multi-tasking skills along with excellent people skills. You should also have the ability to quickly learn basic science/vision concepts and specific exercises. Approximate Schedule is 1-7pm Monday - Thursday Compensation: $20 - $28 / hour starting pay (commensurate with experience) with an increase once able to work independently with patients + revenue/performance based bonuses after the first year

We are seeking experienced Truck Drivers with clean licenses to join our team. Brooklyn base no CDL needed. And a part time worker for loading and parking the trucks

We are looking for highly motivated and customer focused Counter Person / Barista to join our growing team at Brooklyn Bread. The persons must be EXPERIENCED and be able to prepare a range of coffee and espresso drinks with a smile. Great Customer service skills is a must. The person must be able to multi-task. You should have experience with Point of Sales registers. Some tasks include but not limited to taking phone orders, counter work / register work. Maintaining a clean workspace is imperative. You must be a team player who takes pride in his/her work. You must be punctual and be able TO WORK WEEKENDS. We look forward to hearing from you.

Experienced House Cleaners Wanted – Flexible Partnership Opportunity Brilliant Cleans – A Growing New York Cleaning Service Are you an experienced cleaner looking for consistent work without the hassle of finding customers? PLEASE NOTE – THIS IS AN INDENPENDANT CONTRACTOR POSITION We're Brilliant Cleans, a fast-growing house cleaning service in New York focused on making cleaning feel helpful, not overwhelming. We handle the marketing and customer acquisition and then pass the bookings on to you! What We Offer: ✅ Steady Booking Opportunities - no more hunting for clients ✅ You set your Rates - we work together to agree on pricing ✅ Flexible Scheduling - take on the jobs that you want ✅ Reliable Payments - weekly payouts ✅ Customer Support - we help to mediate complaints and issues ✅ Performance Bonuses - based on excellent customer ratings ✅ Professional Growth - expand your client base through our platform What We're Looking For: ⭐ Professional Cleaning Experience ⭐ Hourly rate up to $30 - negotiable based on experience ⭐ Good availability - looking for part-time work opportunities ⭐ Reliable transportation - car or comfortable with public transit ⭐ Access to own cleaning supplies and equipment ⭐ Legal work authorization in the United States Types of Cleaning our Customers are Looking for: • Regular house cleaning (weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, one-off), • Deep cleaning services, • Move-in/move-out cleaning, • Optional add-ons: oven cleaning, carpet cleaning, laundry service How It Works: • You tell us your availability and service areas, • We offer you bookings that match your schedule, • You provide excellent service for the customers, • We handle billing and pay you weekly, • High ratings lead to more opportunities and potential ratings-based bonuses! Perfect For: • Experienced cleaners wanting consistent work, • Independent contractors looking to grow their business, • Professionals who want to focus on cleaning, not marketing, • Anyone seeking flexible, reliable income opportunities Ready to join our growing team? Apply today and we'll send you our Contractor Success Guide with all the details! Brilliant Cleans - Making cleaning feel helpful, not overwhelming. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

Pizza Secret, a modern Italian restaurant inspired by Naples and New York, is seeking a talented Chef / Line Cook to join our team. We pride ourselves on using quality ingredients, crafting handmade pasta, and serving authentic Neapolitan pizza. If you're passionate about Italian cuisine and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply. We are also looking for dedicated individuals for extended brunch service, as well as skilled pizza maker cooks and waiters to enhance our team.

We are looking for a Bouncer to manage guest entry and ensure a safe environment. Key responsibilities include checking guests at the door for prohibited items like alcohol and confiscating them if found. You will also be responsible for verifying tickets.

Pizza Secret, a modern Italian restaurant inspired by Naples and New York, is seeking a talented Chef / Line Cook to join our team. We pride ourselves on using quality ingredients, crafting handmade pasta, and serving authentic Neapolitan pizza. If you're passionate about Italian cuisine and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply. We are also looking for dedicated individuals for extended brunch service, as well as skilled pizza maker cooks and waiters to enhance our team.

I need a deli worker for bagel some that’s already worked in a deli

About Light Switch Light Switch is a neighborhood coffee shop and bar opening in Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn. By day, we serve specialty coffee, pastries and light fare. By night, we transition into a relaxed social environment serving beer, wine, spritzes and shareable food offerings. We are seeking Hospitality & Operations Leads to join our opening leadership team. These roles are responsible for helping establish service standards, training team members, maintaining operational excellence and delivering exceptional guest experiences across both daytime and evening service. Working alongside the co-founders of the business Henry and Mark. This is an opportunity to play a key role in building a new hospitality business from the start. Position Summary The Hospitality & Operations Lead is a hands-on lead role responsible for overseeing front-of-house operations, supporting daily business performance and ensuring an outstanding guest experience throughout all trading periods. This role requires flexibility to lead both coffee service and evening beverage service, while acting as a role model for hospitality, teamwork and operational execution. The successful candidate will be equally comfortable leading a busy morning coffee rush, coaching team members during service and hosting guests during evening operations alongside the rest of the team. Key Responsibilities Guest Experience & Hospitality ● Deliver exceptional hospitality and create memorable guest experiences ● Build relationships with regular guests and foster community engagement ● Resolve guest concerns professionally and confidently ● Ensure service standards are consistently executed throughout the day and evening Coffee Operations ● Prepare and serve specialty coffee beverages to company standards ● Monitor coffee quality and consistency ● Support coffee training and ongoing development of team members ● Maintain espresso equipment and coffee workstations Evening Beverage Operations ● Serve beer, wine and spritzes to company standards ● Support beverage menu development and seasonal offerings ● Maintain beverage quality, presentation and service standards ● Ensure compliance with responsible alcohol service practices Leadership & Training ● Lead shifts and act as the senior team member on duty ● Train, coach and develop hospitality team members ● Support onboarding of new hires ● Drive accountability for service, cleanliness and operational standards ● Foster a positive and collaborative team culture Operations & Administration ● Open and close the business according to established procedures ● Perform cash handling and end-of-day reconciliation ● Monitor inventory levels and communicate ordering requirements ● Assist with receiving deliveries and stock management ● Ensure compliance with food safety and health regulations Business Performance ● Drive sales through guest engagement and product knowledge ● Support achievement of labor and operational goals ● Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and guest satisfaction ● Act as a trusted partner to ownership in day-to-day operations Qualifications Required ● Minimum 2-3 years hospitality experience ● Experience in specialty coffee (experienced barista), restaurants, bars or hospitality operations ● Strong leadership and communication skills ● Proven ability to perform in a fast-paced environment ● Passion for hospitality and guest experience ● Flexible availability including mornings, evenings and weekends ● Food Handler certification Preferred ● Experience leading shifts ● Specialty coffee experience ● Wine, beer or beverage service experience ● Experience with Toast POS ● Experience in a new start-up operation. What Success Looks Like ● Outstanding guest experience across all dayparts. ● Consistent coffee and beverage quality ● Strong team culture and engagement ● Well-executed openings, closings and shift transitions ● Operational excellence throughout both daytime and evening service ● Positive contribution to the growth and reputation of Light Switch Compensation ● Competitive hourly wage ● Participation in tip pool ● Leadership development opportunities ● Opportunity for future advancement as the business grows Schedule Full-time position averaging 35-40 hours per week with a mixture of morning, daytime, evening and weekend shifts. But we are flexible depending on the individual's needs. This role ideal requires flexibility to support both coffee and evening beverage operations. Or specifically one day-part throughout the week and weekend.