Bagel Bouncer

PopUp Bagels Upper East Side; New York (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Competitive pay

Flexible scheduling

Free bagels

Job summary

PopUp Bagels Upper East Side is seeking enthusiastic team members to train across bagel shop stations, engaging guests about menu items and seasonal ingredients, and supporting operations during busy periods. You will multi-task in a fast-paced kitchen while upholding health standards and company policies.

No experience is required, and we provide growth in a team environment with flexible scheduling and daily complimentary bagels. Join a brand known for its quality and community vibe.

Qualifications

• No experience required.
• Desire to create exceptional employee & guest experiences.
• Eye for detail and problem solving.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Willingness to pitch in wherever necessary.
• Growth mindset for restaurant roles.
• Ability to perform physical requirements (lifting up to 25 lb, occasionally 50 lb).

Responsibilities

• Gain exposure to different stations within the Bagel shop(s).
• Speak to guests about menu offerings, seasonality, and ingredients to enhance their experience.
• Support the team during peak and off-peak service as needed.
• Multi-task and move in the kitchen for extended periods.
• Maintain health standards and food safety compliance.
• Uphold anti-discrimination and anti-harassment policies.
• Contribute to a fulfilled team experience and brand excitement.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Team player

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The next generation of chefs are evolving in PopUp Bagels shop(s). Our scratch-based kitchens are built around people passionate about real good food. We teach individuals excited to share their enthusiasm for food and transform them into skilled chefs. You will advance and gain the ability to work with food, develop leadership skills, and stay sharp in our fast-paced culinary environment. We encourage you to join our team if you seek a community where education, purpose, and taste matter.

WHO WE ARE:

Our scratch-based kitchens prioritize individuals with a genuine passion for high-quality food and running exceptional shop operations. We take enthusiastic individuals and guide them into skilled chefs and restaurant professionals. Joining our team means advancing your understanding of various restaurant roles, honing your culinary skills, developing leadership abilities, and thriving in our dynamic environment. If you value education, purpose, and flavor in a community, we welcome you to join us. Popup Bagels originated as a backyard pickup window, aiming to share a freshly crafted bagel recipe with friends. It has evolved into multiple PopUp and permanent locations, offering always-fresh weekend pickup. Our mission is simple: crafting the finest, freshest bagels. There is no extravagance, just pure perfection: a crispy crust, a soft crumb center, an ideal size, and the perfect blend of seeds. We're proud recipients of the Brooklyn Bagelfest "Best Bagel" award for two consecutive years, and we're eager for you to experience a dozen of our delectable bagels.

YOU WILL:

• Gain exposure to different stations within the Bagel shop(s).
  


• Speak to current menu offerings, seasonality, and ingredients with guests - making their day special as you provide them with a delicious scratch-made bagel.
  


• Work to support the team during peak and off-peak service by pitching in wherever and whenever necessary.
  


• Multi-task and move in the kitchen for extended periods of time. These physical requirements may be accomplished with or without reasonable accommodations.
  


• Help to maintain a minimum standard “A” letter grade by following the Department of Health and PopUp Bagels food safety standards.
  


• Demonstrate professional maturity and strictly uphold PopUp Bagel’s anti-discrimination & anti-harassment policies.
  


• Go home feeling fulfilled knowing you are a part of a fantastic team and exciting brand.
  

WORK PERKS:

Aside from the standard job description fare (competitive pay), we also offer the following:

• Opportunities for GROWTH in a TEAM environment
  


• Competitive Pay (Base): $16-19/hour depending on experience (plus tips if applicable)
  


• Flexible Scheduling: Part-Time and Full-Time Hours
  


• Complimentary PopUp Bagels and Schmears every day.
  

YOU HAVE:

• No experience is necessary.
  


• A desire to create exceptional employee & guest experiences.
  


• An eye for detail and solving challenges.
  


• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  


• The willingness to roll up your sleeves and pitch in wherever necessary.
  


• A desire for growth in our restaurants.
  


• The ability to perform the physical requirements of the position (frequently lifting up to 25 pounds and occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds). These physical requirements may be accomplished with or without reasonable accommodations
  

The duties of this position may change from time to time. PopUp Bagels reserves the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of PopUp Bagels or its managers. This job description is intended to describe the general work level. It is not intended to be all-inclusive.

PopUp Bagels is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We do not discriminate based on race, age, ancestry, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related condition, unemployment status, gender identity or expression, transgender status or gender dysphoria, marital status, domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking victim status, national origin, citizenship, disability, covered veteran and/or military status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, familial status as that term is described under other protected statuses or any other characteristic as protected under applicable federal, state and local law.

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