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Yellow Magnolia Café and Canteen
1000 Washington Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
Yellow Magnolia Café and Canteen hiring Support Staff in New York, NY

Yellow Magnolia Café and Canteen hiring Support Staff in New York, NY

Support Staff

Yellow Magnolia Café and CanteenMore Info

1000 Washington Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
Seasonal • Hourly ($16.00 - $18.00) plus tips
Archived: Sep 27, 2026

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Required Years of Experience

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Job Details

Join the Brooklyn Botanic Garden’s Holiday Lightscape Season!

Job Details

We are currently looking for Restaurant Support Staff: Bussers/Runners/Polishers to add to our team during this busy holiday season! Experience in Catering/Private Events is a plus!

By celebrating the wonders of the holiday season, the beauty of the garden, and its rich ties to the Brooklyn community, we aim to create experiences for guests they won’t soon forget.

During this Holiday Season of Lightscape, we operate multiple Kiosks, a Café, a Coffee Shop, an Upscale Restaurant, and a Bar throughout the Garden’s trail. We are looking for reliable and hospitality-minded Restaurant Support Staff to help make our guests’ holiday experience better and brighter than ever!

The Lightscape Lodge, our sit-down upscale restaurant, serves seasonal, elevated fare for guests celebrating their special visit to the Garden!

Training for the Lightscape Season begins mid-November, with Lightscape kicking off on November 20th and lasting through January 4th. Opportunities for continued employment are available after the Lightscape Season.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Minimum of one year working at an upscale restaurant
  • Experience with food production for large catering or banquet functions
  • ServSafe Certified
  • Passion for food and cooking techniques
  • Strong leadership qualities
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Yellow Magnolia at Brooklyn Botanic Garden is operated by Restaurant Associates (a part of Compass Group).

Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry’s leading provider of dining and event catering for some of the nation's most prestigious museums, performing arts centers and corporations! Voted Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards- Best Places to Work in 2021  This is R/A !

Associates at Restaurant Associates are offered many fantastic benefits.

Both full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits to associates:

  • Retirement Plan
  • Associate Shopping Program
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • Discount Marketplace
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Pet Insurance
  • Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program

In addition, full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates:

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance/AD
  • Disability Insurance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

 

About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer.  At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
 

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. *Los Angeles applicants: Compass Group will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring (Ban the Box ordinance).

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. 

 


Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly ($16.00 - $18.00) plus tips

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, 401k, Commuter Benefits, Wellness Program


Required Skills

Customer Service Orientation

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Adaptability

Time Management

Communication Skills

Problem Solving Skills

Multitasking Ability

Work Ethic

Creativity in Food Presentation

Ability to Follow Instructions

Stress Management

Interpersonal Skills

Cultural Awareness

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American, Breakfast / Brunch, Salads / Sandwiches / Soups

Cafe, Casual Dining, Fast Casual

Yellow Magnolia Café, Canteen and Coffee Bar are located within Brooklyn Botanic Garden.

The Café is an upscale modern American restaurant focused on locally sourced and seasonal ingredients. Our menu offers brunch and all-day dining options centered around vegetable-centric small plates, heartier main dishes, plant-inspired desserts, and a seasonally focused beverage program.

The Canteen is a quick service outpost within the garden offering fresh gourmet sandwiches, salads, and desserts. The Canteen also operates several pop-up bars and carts throughout the garden during peak months and special events.

The Coffee Bar is a year-round coffee shop located within the garden's Visitor Center serving fresh pastries and Stumptown Coffee and Espresso.

By celebrating the beauty of the garden and its rich ties to the Brooklyn community, we aim to create experiences for guests that they won’t soon forget.

Yellow Magnolia Café at Brooklyn Botanic Garden is operated by Restaurant Associates (a part of Compass Group).

Leadership
Christina Kincaid

Director of Dining Services

Ryan Rinaldi

Assistant General Manager