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Good Food Jobs is a gastro-job search tool, designed to link people looking for meaningful food work with the businesses that need their energy, enthusiasm, and intellect. We’ll post opportunities with farmers and food artisans, policy makers and purveyors, retailers and restaurateurs, economists, ecologists, and more. Good Food Jobs will launch this summer.


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JOB SEEKERS
Feel free to peruse the site, but don't judge us yet.  Our official launch is on October 1st, 2010. We're using the time up until then to post as many jobs as possible so that the site overflows with great opportunities, just for you.  In the meantime, peruse what's on offer right now, and start applying!

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Happy Hunting,
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Co-Founders, Good Food Jobs



GENERAL MANAGER, SERVERS & SOUS CHEF
Txikito and El Quinto Pino
New York, NY


Txikito and El Quinto Pino, NYC’s premier Spanish restaurants are hiring for Front of House and Kitchen positions.

Txikito and El Quinto Pino, both small and authentic, reflect the chef-owners' high standards for food and service. They are very personal places where the contributions of all employees are recognized and appreciated. We understand the value of having a team of dynamic individuals with outside interests and a shared enthusiasm for good eating and drinking.

THE POSITIONS
We are seeking a very special highly energetic General Manager to run the floor and back office.

IDEAL CANDIDATES WILL POSSESS:
  • A strong sense of leadership
  • Understanding and command of efficient restaurant systems and procedures
  • Broad and current food and wine knowledge, (Spanish specific food and wine experience and language skills are a plus but not essential).
  • Expertise in POS systems
  • Past restaurant management experience
  • Have genuine enthusiasm for the industry and “freshness”
  • Have writing and organizational skills, and have problem solving abilities
DETAILS
  • Our service is casual but professional, sophisticated and friendly.
  • Be prepared to inherit a caring staff and the best customers in NYC.
  • Chef owners are hands on and supportive.
A 5-day work week and incremental bonuses are part of a competitive New York salary and benefits package.

We are also hiring experienced, friendly Servers and a Sous-Chef.

TO APPLY
Qualified individuals should send resumes and cover letters to txikijobs@gmail.com. Be sure to specify the position desired. Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with our restaurants before applying.

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SALES REPRESENTATIVE
W&T Seafood
Brooklyn, NY


THE COMPANY
W&T Seafood is a Brooklyn based seafood purveyor/distributor specializing in fresh shellfish and frozen seafood products.  Find more information at 
http://wtseafood.com

THE POSITION
We are seeking a qualified full-time Sales Representative. 
We distribute from Brooklyn, New York and this position will be assisting with the sales throughout the entire New York City area.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Daily contact with customer base via phone and/or in-person sales visits. Must be able to represent our Company and products in a consistent and professional manner. Excellent verbal communication skills, a must
  • Daily tasks include but not limited to: taking customer orders, generate invoices, confirming orders, answering customer inquiries, researching new leads,
  • Liaison with internal teams within our Company to ensure proper processing for orders and deliveries. Must be able to effectively communicate and multitask
  • Service current accounts and actively develop new accounts (may require cold calling, writing sales pitches, and performing demos)
  • Ability to set and meet measurable goals and drive sales results within a timely manner
  • Proactively define opportunities and areas to increase sales
  • Participate in development of events and promotions to drive sales

Qualified candidates must share a passion for seafood products, particularly shellfish. We work closely with many farms and suppliers all over the United States as well as many fine restaurants and retail outlets within the tri-state New York area. This is an amazing opportunity for those who want to learn the commercial side of seafood distribution.

KEY REQUIREMENTS
  • Proven ability to develop and implement selling strategies against a marketing plan
  • Proactive point of view for growing an existing businesses or programs
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent university degree required
  • Must have a driver’s license and ability to drive in New York City
  • Experience in customer service and/or sales
  • The ability to work in a fast paced environment
  • Must be able to thrive under pressure
  • Strong communication skills
  • The ability to work well in a team environment and think quickly and efficiently
  • Multi tasking skills 
  • Proficiency on all Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook) a must
  • Basic data entry skills and/or ability to quickly learn to use our invoice processing program Microsoft Dynamics GP
  • Familiarity with Adobe PhotoShop and Illustrator a plus.

Candidates must be flexible to work weekend, holidays, evenings and overtime if needed.

We offer competitive compensation as well as a host of benefits.

TO APPLY Please submit resume and cover letter to 
info@wtseafood.com by September 24, 2010.

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WINE TASTING HOST
Oyster Bay Wines
New York, NY


THE COMPANY
Oyster Bay, one of the world’s great super premium wine brands and a leading New Zealand brand in the US, is recruiting for its National Tastings Program.

THE POSITION
We are looking for motivated individuals with an interest in wine to join our team as Tasting Hosts to conduct customer wine tastings at our leading retail accounts in Manhattan.

THE DETAILS
Hours will vary with tastings generally taking place on a Thursday, Friday or Saturday afternoon/evening for approximately 3 hours.

Ideal candidates will:

  • Project a positive and engaging personality
  • Be at least 21 years of age
  • Strong communication & organizational skills
  • Fundamental Knowledge and interest in wine
  • Professional, business conduct
A background in sales, retail or hospitality will be highly regarded.

We offer an attractive hourly rate with full training and ongoing support.  Your work may be eligible for college course credit (check with your course supervisor).


TO APPLY
Send resume and cover letter to Devan Ahern (Tasting Program Coordinator) Devan.ahern@oysterbaywines.com

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MARKET ASSOCIATES
Food Shed Market
Brooklyn, NY


THE MARKET
Opening September 19, FoodShed Market at The Commons is a weekly (Sunday) market that will feature small-batch, locally-sourced artisan foods for sale.

THE POSITIONS
A few of the FoodShed vendors are looking for associates to help set up and sell their wares.

TO APPLY
Prospective candidates should expect some training from vendors. For more information please contact Lauren McGrath at localfoodmaven@gmail.com.

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KITCHEN COOK
Dickson's Farmstand Meats
New York, NY


THE POSITION
We are seeking a cook with a passion for simple seasonal foods to be a part of a small kitchen staff with very high standards.  This role can be either part-time or full-time depending on applicants needs and qualifications.

FOR PART-TIME APPLICANTS - Primary responsibility will be for execution of lunch service Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

FOR FULL-TIME APPLICANTS - In addition to lunch, work with our chef on charcuterie, smoked products and sausage making.

ABOUT DICKSON'S FARMSTAND MEATS

Dickson’s Farmstand is a retail butcher shop in New York City's Chelsea Market.  Our beef, lamb, pork, goat and poultry are sourced from local farms , hand-picked because of their commitment to producing natural, humanely-raised, high-quality and distinctive meat products.

Starting with the whole animal, we make our own sausage, ham, bacon and charcuterie, in addition to a huge number of fresh cuts on offer.

We sell diverse products to satisfy the food needs, discerning tastes and conscientiousness of the New York City community. We offer grass-fed/grass-finished, organic, heritage breed and more traditional meat products—always feed-lot free and raised without added hormones, the use of prophylactic antibiotics or animal by-products.

TO APPLY
Email resume and cover letter to jake@dicksonsfarmstand.com
Please put In subject line - Good Food Jobs Posting

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GENERAL MANAGER
New Andrew Carmellini Restaurant
New York, NY


Joshua Pickard (Lure Fishbar, Joe's Pub, Locanda Verde & Chinatown Brasserie) seeks GENERAL MANAGER for his new Andrew Carmellini project in SoHo's former Cub Room space.

The team is interviewing candidates for this 140-seat downtown restaurant & bar with a particular eye for managerial experience in like-minded establishments, emphasis on service direction and leadership, and a very hands on, determined attitude.
For more information about this project:
nymag.com/guides/fallpreview/2010/restaurants/67638

TO APPLY
Please respond to resume@greenapplegroup.com with a brief introduction to yourself, including availability for interview and attach your resume.

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SPANISH SPEAKING TOUR GUIDE
Urban Oyster
New York, NY


THE COMPANY
Amazing as it is to imagine now, New York Harbor once supplied half the world’s oysters.  Over time, however, the oyster beds disappeared due to pollution and over-consumption.  Learning from this history, Urban Oyster ( www.urbanoyster.com ) was founded on the belief that, like oysters, the neighborhoods of New York and the local businesses that  are treasured resources that require nurturing and cultivation in order to survive and flourish.   Our tours engage the senses of participants through hands-on, interactive experiences, food and drink, and stories direct from the people who have lived them.  On top of that, all of our tours explore how local businesses, historic reuse, and cultural diversity contribute to thriving and sustainable neighborhoods.

THE POSITION
Urban Oyster, a tour company with a social mission, is currently seeking individuals for positions as bilingual walking tour guides.  These walking tour guides will be responsible for leading interactive, theme-based tours in English and Spanish that will provide attendees with enjoyable, engaging, and in-depth experiences of the neighborhoods and local businesses of New York City.  Some of our current and upcoming tours include explorations of food carts and trucks in Midtown, Latin and South American cuisine and cultures of East Williamsburg, and the diverse cultures and culinary offerings of Sunset Park.  For more information about Urban Oyster's tours, please visit our website at www.urbanoyster.com.

REQUIREMENTS
  • Candidates must:
  • Speak Spanish and English fluently (native speaker or highly fluent in both languages)
  • Demonstrate one or more of the following:  Tour guide, teaching, and/or acting experience; expertise about Latin and/or South American cuisine; and/or knowledge about the Spanish-speaking immigrant and migrant communities of Williamsburg, Bushwick, and Sunset Park.   
  • Have experience in working with diverse groups of people from a wide range of cultural, racial, and socio-economic backgrounds.  
  • Be knowledgeable of and enthusiastic about the history, cultures, and industries of the New York Metro area.
  • Be comfortable with speaking in front of groups of people
  • Have a positive 'can-do' attitude, sense of humor, and friendly personality
  • Perform well under pressure and demonstrate good judgment and communication skills
  • Be a good team player
  • Be able to commit to giving tours at least two days per week, including one weekend day.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
  • Preference will be given to candidates who:
  • Are licensed NYC Sightseeing Guides
  • Are certified in CPR and First Aid
TO APPLY
Please e-mail your resume and letter of interest to info@urbanoyster.com

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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Community Food Agriculture Coalition
Missoula, MT


The Community Food and Agriculture Coalition (CFAC) of Missoula County seeks an energetic, inspired Executive Director to help address community needs as they relate to food and agriculture in a comprehensive and creative way. Since its inception in 2005, CFAC has operated as a multi-stakeholder, food policy council. The Coalition brings together a broad base of interests, including farmers/ranchers, conservationists, nutritionists, anti-hunger advocates, local food proponents, land use planners, chefs, university researchers, and more. With a geographic focus on Missoula County and the surrounding region, CFAC aims to develop and strengthen the local food system, promoting sustainable agriculture, building regional self-reliance, and assuring all citizens equal access to healthy, affordable food.   CFAC has a strong record of enhancing access to local foods, creating new local markets, working to protect farmland, serving beginning farmers and ranchers, and educating the public about the value and vision of creating a healthy local food system. 

SUPERVISION
This position reports directly to the Missoula Community Food and Agriculture Coalition Board of Directors.

RESPONSBILITIES
  • Assure that CFAC has a long-range strategy which achieves its mission, and toward which it makes consistent and timely progress.
  • Provide leadership in developing program, organizational and financial plans with the Board of Directors and staff, and work with CFAC board members, staff, and volunteers to carry out plans and policies.
  • Supervise CFAC program staff: Farm to School Coordinator, Land Use and Viability Coordinator, other interns, volunteers, and temporary staff as needed. Maintain a climate that attracts, keeps, and motivates a diverse staff of top quality people.
  • With board chair, convene and facilitate monthly CFAC board meetings.
  • Provide key staffing for the Food Security and Access subcommittee.
  • Involve CFAC committees, board, and general membership in implementation of CFAC’s programmatic and policy goals.
  • Manage grant writing, fundraising, public relationships and organizational budgets.
  • Maintain CFAC’s membership database and grow CFAC’s membership through outreach and communications.
  • Foster and maintain relationships with other organizations with similar missions to ensure collaboration and avoid duplication.
  • Maintain a working knowledge of significant developments and trends in the field.
  • Actively publicize CFAC events, activities, programs and goals within the community and surrounding areas.
  • Ensure job descriptions are current, carry out regular performance evaluations, and employ sound human resource practices.
  • Maintain official records and documents, and ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations. 
QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree in related field preferred.
  • Minimum of three years of managerial experience in a nonprofit or community-based environment preferred.
  • Experience with fundraising, grant and report writing, and budget maintenance.
  • Proven written, editorial and oral communications to represent the organization and its programs.
  • Experience with coalition building, program development, event planning, policy review and evaluation protocols.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with individuals and groups from diverse backgrounds.
  • Must think proactively and function independently.
  • Capability to manage multiple tasks, and bring projects from beginning to completion.
  • Ability to maintain a highly detail-oriented approach while maintaining an appreciation of the long-term goals and objectives of the programs.
  • Demonstrated commitment to the values at CFAC’s core.
  • Demonstrated commitment to participatory community organizing.
HOURS, BENEFITS, COMPENSATION
This position is full-time with an annual salary of $36K plus health insurance, flexible schedule, and generous paid leave time.

TO APPLY
For priority consideration, please submit cover letter, resume and the names and contact information for three professional references no later than October 1, 2010.Please mail submissions to:

CFAC ED Search Committee
PO Box 7025
Missoula, MT  59806
Or e-mail submissions to:
info@missoulacfac.org 
ATTN: ED Search Committee

Applications received after the deadline will be considered on a rolling basis if the job is not yet filled. Applying by the deadline, however, will guarantee consideration.

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