Company description

Offering fine ancient grains and exquisite spices, over 200 bulk bins of freshly roasted nuts, dried fruits, and imported olives, old fashioned barrels of coffee beans and the simple ticket dispenser — Sahadi’s is an old-world place where you can discover new tastes. Specialty cheeses, smoked fish, and pâtés pack the refrigerated cases. The deli and bakery are where to find prepared foods, like hummus, tabbouleh, kibbeh, kebabs —around 30 dishes are prepared daily and change seasonally. Originally from Lebanon, the family first established Sahadi’s in Manhattan in 1895. Wade Sahadi moved the shop to Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn in 1948, with his son Charlie Sahadi taking over in 1967, with the help of his wife Audrey and his siblings Bob & Richie. It’s currently helmed by Charlie’s children, Ron Sahadi and Christine Sahadi Whelan, and her husband Pat Whelan. The flagship store is located at 187 Atlantic Ave, Brooklyn. Sahadi’s won the James Beard America’s Classic award in 2017.

Job description

Sahadi’s is now hiring department and store managers for a variety of roles for our Brooklyn Heights and Sunset Park/Industry City locations! We are looking for friendly and enthusiastic team players with a passion specialty food and excellent customer service. Please send a brief cover letter and resume to hr@sahadis.com

About Sahadi's

Sahadi’s has been doing business in Brooklyn for over 65 years with the original Sahadi’s established in Manhattan in 1898. Today the store anchors a historic Middle Eastern commercial enclave that flourishes along Atlantic Avenue between Court and Clinton Streets. Sahadi’s Industry City opened in fall of 2019 and features an open kitchen and bar. The appeal of Sahadi’s is, and always will be, the quality of their food. From the gourmet chef, to the adventurous home “experimenter”, you will be sure to find the perfect ingredients on Sahadi’s brimming shelves. Grains, beans, spices and many multinational varieties of olive oils and cheese abound. For those seeking a takeout gourmet meal, over thirty specialty dishes are proudly prepared daily.

Responsibilities:

• Customer service – provide every customer with an excellent experience! Answer questions and give recommendations. Infectious food enthusiasts preferred!
• Leadership- provide excellent lead-by-example leadership of team and store.
• Management- work with peers to produce weekly schedules of staff and production.
• Mentorship- responsible for developing the skills of your team
• Replenishment- depending on role will work with team to order/buy product to fill our store shelves.
• Cleaning and maintenance- maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and food safety.
• Teamwork – communicate with managers about departmental needs and upcoming projects including classes and on-site events. Coordinate with all other departments to ensure smooth daily operations.

Requirements:

• A passion for food – and an enthusiasm for customer service.
• 1+ year food retail managers experience or multiple years in restaurant management.
• A positive, team player attitude and a willingness to jump in and help where needed.
• Ability to work on your feet and lift heavy objects.
• Ability to work weekends and nights. Holiday availability.

Compensation

this position is: hourly, varies DOE, $18.00 - $27.00

Application instructions

Deadline

no deadline