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  • Experienced Barista
    Experienced Barista
    7 hours ago
    Full-time
    Floral Park

    We are seeking a passionate and experienced Barista to join our vibrant team! In this role, you will be the face of our establishment, delivering exceptional beverage and food service that energizes and delights our customers. Your expertise in coffee preparation, beverage service, and customer interaction will create memorable experiences that keep guests coming back. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love crafting non-alcoholic beverages, and excel at multitasking with precision, this is the perfect opportunity for you to showcase your skills and grow within a dynamic team. Responsibilities Prepare and serve a variety of coffee beverages, teas. Greet customers warmly, take orders, and provide excellent customer service to ensure a positive café experience Maintain cleanliness of the area, including food handling stations Assist in inventory management by restocking supplies, monitoring product freshness, and ensuring proper food safety practices Support team members during busy periods by managing multiple tasks such as serving drinks, cleaning workstations, and processing orders seamlessly Experience Proven barista experience with a strong background in coffee preparation and beverage service Previous food service experience demonstrating excellent customer service skills Knowledge of food safety standards and proper food handling procedures Ability to perform basic math for cash handling and transaction processing accurately Strong time management skills to prioritize tasks efficiently during high-volume periods Experience in retail sales transactions within a café or similar environment is advantageous Join us to be part of an energetic team dedicated to creating inviting spaces where every cup served brings joy! Your expertise will help elevate our café’s reputation for quality service while providing you with opportunities for professional growth.

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  • Line Cook
    Line Cook
    10 hours ago
    $20–$25 hourly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Union Square Cafe’s seasonal cuisine draws inspiration from the kitchens and tables of Italy, France, and Northern California. Union Square Cafe—the flagship business that launched Danny Meyer’s Union Square Hospitality Group—has been one of the country’s most beloved restaurants for over 40 years. In our second home on 19th Street, Union Square Cafe embodies the heartfelt passion and generosity that has been the restaurant’s calling card since we opened in 1985. Designed by Rockwell Group, our new home preserves the restaurant’s signature charm, intimacy, and familiarity in a fresh, contemporary dining environment. Union Square Cafe has won five James Beard Awards and earned Zagat Survey’s #1 ranking as New York’s Most Popular Restaurant an unprecedented nine times Who you are: As a Line Cook, you have a strong passion for food, technique, and an eagerness to learn more, which comes with the opportunity to build on your skills and grow as a leader in the kitchen. The ideal candidate is friendly, curious, and devoted to becoming an integral member of a team that values hard work and attention to every detail. What you’ll do: • Consistently support a culture of Enlightened Hospitality, • Display a working knowledge of all ingredients and preparation used on the menu, • Consistently ensure that station mise en place is prepped, seasoned, and stocked throughout service and overall station remains clean and organized, • Effectively participates in a professionally run service period, ensuring excellence in cooking, timing, plate assembly, and communication, • Maintain a calm mental athleticism while managing picks and simultaneously taking direction from expediters and culinary leaders, • Promote teamwork and excellence amongst the kitchen team, • Demonstrate an eagerness to refine techniques and a desire to continually learn and grow What we need from you: • 1+ years in a Line Cook position at a full-service restaurant, or similar experience, • Ability to walk or stand for long periods of time, • English fluency and additional languages preferred, but not required What you’ll get from us: At Union Square Hospitality Group, *extending Enlightened Hospitality is at the heart of everything we do.* We believe our people are our greatest ingredient. Joining our team means becoming part of a culture rooted in care, creativity, and growth. As a Line Cook, you’ll enjoy: • Competitive pay: Hourly rate of $20 - $25/hour, • Quick access to earnings: Eligibility for the USHG Digital Wallet, where you'll have next-day access to earnings and flexible saving options, • Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus flexible spending options for healthcare and dependent care, • Time to recharge: Generous paid time off and paid parental leave to support life outside of work, • Invest in your future: A matched 401(k) plan to help you grow long-term savings, • Peace of mind: Life insurance, employee assistance programs, and exclusive access to primary care, mental health, and other wellness services, • Support in times of need: Access to the USHG HUGS Employee Relief Fund, offering direct assistance to team members facing unexpected hardship, • Dining Discount: A 51% dining discount across the entire USHG family of restaurants to share unforgettable meals with friends and loved ones, • Convenience & flexibility: Pre-tax commuter benefits for transit and parking, • Growth and community: Opportunities for learning, mentorship, and collaboration with some of the most passionate people in hospitality Putting Enlightened Hospitality into Practice Integral to our culture are our six behaviors. Our behaviors guide how we work together. • We play to win with humble swagger. Hospitality is a team sport where everyone deserves an opportunity to thrive and belong, • Turn over the rocks and always be connecting dots to build uplifting experiences and relationships, • Center the salt shaker with an unwavering commitment to excellence and the values that matter most, • Write a great next chapter. The road to success is paved with mistakes well-handled, • Bring a charitable assumption and err on the side of generosity, • Leave our campsite better than we found it; always responsible for the impact of our wake *The above represents the expected hourly range for this position. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we'll consider your experience and other job-related factors. The responsibilities outlined above are not exhaustive. This role may be required to take on other duties or projects as necessary to support organizational goals, in alignment with their skills, experience, and the evolving needs of the business.

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  • Shift Supervisor - Manhasset
    Shift Supervisor - Manhasset
    23 days ago
    Full-time
    Manhasset

    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. JOB SUMMARY – What it's all about Position title: Shift Supervisor Reports to: Store Manager As a Shift Supervisor at Joe & The Juice, you help keep the heartbeat of the store alive. You're not just leading the shift — you're leading the vibe. With a focus on smooth operations, strong delegation, and team support, you're there to keep the energy high, the standards sharp, and the guest experience top-notch. You'll support the store management team in keeping the store running like a well-oiled machine while helping juicers grow and shine. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES – What you'll do • Daily Operations: Ensure the Daily Concept Workflow (DCWF) is followed with precision by observing store traffic, assigning tasks, and delivering feedback that keeps the team focused and energized., • Cleanliness & Standards: Supervise and delegate daily checklists using our task-monitoring system. Keep the store clean, safe, and up to our Pink Standards, while reporting and documenting any issues honestly and promptly., • Team Training: Support new juicers through our global training mantra: Knowledge – Training – Practice – Validation. Help build a confident and capable crew., • Guest Experience: Lead by example to create warm, memorable guest interactions. Handle in-store feedback with a professional and guest-first approach., • Sales Focus: Keep an eye on commercial targets throughout the shift. Manage deliveries, report accurately, and guide the team in supporting store sales performance. KEY QUALIFICATIONS – What experience you'll add to the team • 1–2 years of experience in a similar supervisory or team lead role, • Strong organizational and communication skills, • Ability to stay cool and lead under pressure, • Passion for people, service, and personal growth, • A proactive, hands-on approach with a team-first mindset THE JUICE – Overview of your benefits and perks • $19.35+tips, • Employee Discount, • Health Insurance, • Paid Time Off, • New Parent Leave, • Free coffee – duh' PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Must be able to stand for long periods of time. Must be able to lift between 50 and 60 lbs. Must be able to perform bending, stooping, crouching, and squatting movements. Must be able to safely handle and use sharp objects. Must be able to work near and operate a hot grill. [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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