NAYA New York

Team Member

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $16.00 - $18.00
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Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

competitive pay
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee Discounts
Paid Time Off

Job Description

NAYA is a thriving Middle Eastern fast-casual restaurant brand committed to serving authentic, fresh, and nutritious Middle Eastern flavors to its customers. As a company on a rapid growth trajectory, NAYA not only focuses on expanding its presence but also prioritizes creating a supportive work environment where employees can develop their skills and advance in their careers. The company believes that the people behind the scenes are the heart of its success, fostering a culture of mentorship, training, and internal promotion to help team members grow right alongside the brand.

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Job Requirements

  • Ability to lift at least 50 pounds on a regular basis
  • Ability to bend, stoop, stand and perform extensive walking for 8-10 hours a day
  • Ability to withstand exposure to high volume of business and the movement, noise and temperature extremes associated with a busy restaurant
  • Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays, and variable schedule, per the needs of the business
  • Attends mandatory meetings

Job Qualifications

  • 1+ year experience as a restaurant team member at similar caliber concept
  • Excellent communicator in written and verbal formats
  • 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
  • Ability to perform essential job functions under pressure, maintain professionalism when working under stress
  • Adherence to company, state, and county sanitation standards
  • Strict adherence to posted schedule and clock in/out at times

Job Duties

  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location