The Gyro Project

Description

We are seeking an exceptionally talented, visionary Head Chef / Executive Chef to lead our culinary team and drive menu creation. The ideal candidate possesses deep mastery of regional Indian cooking techniques, a refined palate for subtle spice balancing, and strong operational leadership in high-volume, upscale restaurant environments. You will oversee all kitchen operations, menu development, kitchen staff management, sourcing, quality control, and food safety standards. Key Responsibilities Culinary Leadership & Menu Creation: Design, execute, and refine chef’s special menus, traditional regional dishes, seasonal features, and signature starters that reflect authentic, vibrant Indian flavor profiles. Kitchen Management & Operations: Lead daily BOH operations, ensuring flawless execution, high speed of service, and consistent presentation across all shifts. Culinary Techniques: Oversee tandoor, tawa griddle, slow dum braising, pan-searing, and complex sauce preparations with precision and authenticity. Cost Control & Inventory: Manage food waste, ingredient sourcing, vendor relationships, prep schedules, and inventory to maintain optimal food cost margins. Team Leadership & Development: Recruit, train, mentor, and schedule line cooks, prep cooks, and kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative, clean, and high-performance kitchen environment. Food Safety & Compliance: Maintain strict sanitation and food safety standards adhering to NYC DOHMH regulations.

Skills

Creativity in Menu Design, Attention to Detail, Ability to Work Under Pressure, Strong Communication Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Time Management, Ability to Train and Develop Others, Adaptability to Seasonal Changes, Knowledge of Food Costing, Ability to Build Vendor Relationships, Leadership in High Pressure Environments, Understanding of Culinary Trends, Ability to Maintain High Standards, Passion for culinary arts, Time Management Skills, Adaptability to Changing Menus

Experience Requirements

2 years

Description

OPEN CALL!!! WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY (1pm-4pm) Please ask for our General Manager, Julio. ARRIVE WITH A PHYSICAL COPY OF YOUR RESUME TO: 1065 6th Ave, New York, NY 10018 Olio e Più is looking for warm and inviting Hosts who are excited to join us on our newest endeavor. Our Hosts exemplify the highest standards in integrity and guest service. If you are confident, detail-oriented, a team player, have excellent communication skills, and genuinely enjoy working in the world of hospitality, we would love to meet with you! This position requires a high level of people skills and the ability to welcome everyone with a gracious and friendly demeanor. The ideal candidate will be outgoing, friendly, organized, and needs to multitask. General Responsibilities: Greeting and thanking all customers Answering the phone and providing information about the restaurant Planning and executing the seating chart for the evening Clearly and concisely communicating to both guests and employees What you will bring to us: Previous Host experience in a quality restaurant Familiarity with Open Table Customer-oriented approach and patience Excellent people skills For tipped employees, base wage will be $11.35 with a $5.65 tip credit applied, if wages earned do not reach minimum wage. ***** As an authentic trattoria, its cuisine is based on classic Italian dishes, with a focus on house-made pasta, hand-stretched pizza, and entrees like Branzino and Steak Fiorentina. The open dining area, traditional wood-fired oven, rustic interior, thin-crust Neapolitan-style pizza, and carefully selected wine and cocktail list bring a piece of old-world Italy to NYC. Our concepts are intricate and intentional. As we grow in New York City, we are also growing across the US! We are proud to have invested in the city over the past 10+ years and are looking forward to creating future spaces that embody our passion for timeless tradition. Our new Olio e Più in NYC embodies the same authentic atmosphere as our original NYC location, while also integrating into its vibrant new community. ***** The Group Hospitality is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at The Group Hospitality are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. We encourage applicants of all ages.

Skills

Warm and Inviting Demeanor, Outgoing Personality, organizational ability, Multitasking Ability, Customer Engagement Skills, Ability to work in a team environment, Positive Customer Interactions, Attention to Customer Needs, Ability to Adapt to New Situations, Effective Problem Solving, Ability to Manage Multiple Tasks, Strong Work Ethic, Commitment to Quality Service, Ability to Create a Welcoming Atmosphere, Ability to Work Under Pressure, Strong Interpersonal Skills, Adaptability, Problem Solving Skills, Time Management, Positive Attitude, Conflict Resolution skills, Attention to Detail, Ability to Follow Instructions, Cultural Awareness, Team Collaboration, Customer Relationship Management, Effective listening skills, Ability to Handle Feedback, Sales Skills, Ability to work in a fast paced environment, Time Management Skills, Ability to Handle Stressful Situations, Professionalism, Empathy, Ability to Work Collaboratively, Commitment to Customer Satisfaction

Experience Requirements

2 years

Description

OPEN CALL!!! WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY (1pm-4pm) Please ask for our General Manager, Julio. ARRIVE WITH A PHYSICAL COPY OF YOUR RESUME TO: 1065 6th Ave, New York, NY 10018 Olio e Più is looking for Lead Hosts! You are the first face guests see and the last they remember. As Lead Host , you run the front door: managing reservations and special events, planning seating across the whole floor, and guiding a team of hosts through every shift. If you love hospitality, stay calm when the room is full, and enjoy leading others, we would like to meet you. What you will do: Welcome and seat our guests Greet every guest warmly, walk them to their table, introduce the menu and their server, and thank them on the way out Answer phone calls with friendly, knowledgeable help and make reservations, offering alternatives when a time is not available Confirm reservations before each shift Manage reservations and walk-ins to keep seating smooth and servers' sections balanced Recognize VIP guests by name, seat them at designated tables, and let the manager on duty, chef and server know If a seating is delayed, tell the server so they can offer a complimentary drink or dessert as an apology Lead the host team Give clear directions and assign host positions throughout each shift Help management build the floor plan and table arrangement for each shift Give management a reservation roll-up before service, including large parties, special notes and VIPs For large groups and events, collect contracts and menus from management, print event menus and BEOs, and brief the assigned servers Keep the front of house ready Complete opening and closing side work Set the dining room and host stand, with menus, paper, pens and business cards stocked, and print more menus when needed Keep the entrance, coat check, menu boards and waiting areas clean and tidy Track lost and found items Follow Department of Health sanitation standards and tell the manager on duty right away about any health or workplace safety concern Take part in staff training and meetings, and learn about the restaurant, the neighborhood and getting here Take on other duties the management team asks of you What you bring At least 2 years as a host in a restaurant of similar caliber A high school diploma or GED is preferred A friendly, positive and helpful attitude, and a polished presentation that meets company grooming standards Strong written and spoken English, clear communication, and basic math skills The ability to follow written and verbal direction and to stay professional under pressure Availability for nights, weekends, holidays and a changing schedule, and reliability with clocking in and out and staying on schedule Comfort standing, walking and bending for long periods, and lifting 30 pounds or more The Group is an equal opportunity employer. We hire and promote based on skill and fit, and we welcome applicants of every background.

Skills

Customer Service Skills, Team Leadership, Conflict Resolution, Time Management, Attention to Detail, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Adaptability, Interpersonal Skills, Multitasking, Stress Management, Professionalism, Reliability, Communication Skills, Knowledge of health and safety standards

Experience Requirements

2 years