Jobs in Cedarhurst, NY

Company Description

Looking for an experienced Sous Chef join our team and work with our talented chef in continuing our tradition of sustained excellence in casual dining.

The following is expected:

Comfortable working in high volume fast paced environments

Calm under pressure

Creative culinarian

Experience placing and receiving orders

Organized, dependable and looking for a long term home

Please forward your resume and some other information about yourself and our chef will be in touch.

5 day work week, salaried position, top pay.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Sous Chef located in Rockville Centre, NY. The Sous Chef will be responsible for assisting the Head Chef in the daily kitchen operations, including planning and preparing meals, maintaining food quality standards, and ensuring high levels of sanitation and safety. The role includes supervising kitchen staff, managing inventory, collaborating on menu development, and maintaining efficiency during service hours. The Sous Chef will also be expected to contribute to training and mentoring kitchen personnel to uphold the culinary standards of the establishment.

Qualifications

• Professional cooking techniques, food preparation, and strong knowledge of traditional and modern culinary trends
• Kitchen management, inventory control, and experience in food safety and hygiene practices
• Staff supervision, leadership, and mentoring capabilities
• Ability to manage high-pressure environments and oversee kitchen operations during peak service times
• Culinary degree or certification is preferred; equivalent professional experience may be considered
• Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills
• Passion for delivering high-quality dishes and enhancing guest dining experiences
• Previous experience in a similar role is highly desirable

• Work with a nationally recognized firm with an outstanding reputation
• Handle high-profile, complex cases that make a real difference in clients' lives
• Collaborate with experienced attorneys and legal professionals
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
• Professional development opportunities and continuing education support
• Stable, established firm with long-term career growth potential
• Be part of a team dedicated to fighting for justice and holding negligent parties accountable

• Manage medical malpractice and traumatic brain injury cases from filing through trial

• Coordinate with medical experts, witnesses, and healthcare providers
• Prepare discovery requests, responses, and document productions
• Draft pleadings, motions, and legal correspondence under attorney supervision
• Manage case calendars, deadlines, and court filings
• Assist with trial preparation and witness coordination
• Interface with clients to gather information and provide case updates

• Minimum 5+ years plaintiff personal injury paralegal experience
• Extensive medical malpractice experience required
• Proven experience with traumatic brain injury cases
• Strong medical terminology knowledge and medical record analysis
• Proficiency in case management software (Smart Advocate training provided)
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Paralegal certificate or equivalent experience preferred
• 100% in-office requirement - no remote work available

Our Crew Members create a warm and friendly shopping experience in our stores. We answer questions, offer suggestions, and ensure our customers know they are welcomed and cared for. We entertain customers and make grocery shopping an exciting adventure.

Some responsibilities may include:

• Working on teams to accomplish goals
• Operating the cash register in a fun and efficient manner
• Bagging groceries with care
• Stocking shelves
• Creating signage to inform and delight customers
• Helping customers find their favorite products

You'll learn a lot. You're not stuck doing one task here. Each Crew Member contributes to creating a WOW customer experience by participating in all aspects of the job.

If you have experience in art including penmanship, working with chalk, and large signage, that's a plus.

If you have a passion for people and a fervor for food, we'd love to meet you. We can teach you the rest.

Stores have the greatest need for people that can work evenings and weekends.

Trader Joe's is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to hiring a diverse Crew.

Our Client: A full-service law firm in western Nassau County, Long Island (close to LIRR stations) with 20 attorneys is hiring an Associate Attorney, Trusts & Estates. The firm Partners are committed to a limit of 1600 billable hours / year to prioritize personal well-being, and better manage life's demands outside of work. A special opportunity to work in Nassau County, Long Island with sophisticated firm clients, resolving complex T&E matters, and employing T&E strategies equally as complex and sophisticated as at larger firms, but with a 'smaller-firm' feel, more collaboration and ease to share knowledge, flexibility, and colleague familiarity, as well as an opportunity for tremendous growth that often surpasses larger firms.

The firm's T&E clients typically include high-net-worth families and individuals, business owners, investors, and company executives. Candidates should have experience and be comfortable working with clients having an estate value in excess of $5M.

Candidate must have at least 4+ years of complex Trusts & Estates experience, including strong tax planning. Joining the firm with a 'book of business' is NOT required, but a plus.

Location: The Long Island office is close to a LIRR train station for those living west or north of Long Island.

Commute: The work is ON SITE in the firm's Long Island office for the most part, with some flex to work in the firm's Manhattan or NJ office now & then, or sporadically on a remote basis as needed.

Salary: Up to about $175k, plus bonus, plus origination fees / commissions for any existing book of business brought into the firm and for any new business brought into the firm.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare wills, annuities, trust documents, etc.
• Perform estate & trust planning; prepare and review domestic and international estate planning strategies and documents.
• Trust work includes grantor trusts (annuity trusts and interest partnerships), revocable and irrevocable trusts, charitable trusts, dynasty trusts, etc.
• Assist clients with preserving their wealth and administering estates and trusts.
• Protect and prevent client estate or trust assets from unauthorized or improper use, waste, or depletion for taxes or long-term care costs and to creditors.
• Work with clients to plan for taxes including estate, gift, generation-skipping transfer taxes, personal, etc. as well as gift and estate tax audits.
• Assist clients to plan for elder law issues, succession of businesses, related marital matters, and public benefits.
• Assist clients to plan, create and administer charitable giving and foundations.
• Assist with the probate process and administration of estates for trustees and executors.
• Effectively counsel clients in all aforementioned disciplines

Qualifications:

• At least 4+ years of strong, 'hands on' experience with Trusts & Estates matters, including complex matters, and strong estate tax planning.
• J.D.
• Licensed to practice law in NY State.
• Experience working with estates valued over $5 Million.

All replies and discussions are confidential. If qualified and interested, please email a MS Word version of your resume to David Rivard, Director of Recruiting, Executive Alliance, at

This client is NOT OPEN TO:

• Sponsoring those in the U.S. on a temporary visa / not authorized to work for U.S. employers
• Providing a relocation package for those living outside of a commuting area to Long Island

A full-service, 20-attorney law firm near the Queens / Nassau County, Long Island (close to LIRR) is hiring an Attorney, Commercial Transactions at the Associate, Senior Associate, Counsel, or possibly the Partner level, DOE, w/ a clear path to a PARTNER position to LEAD the Commercial Transactions Group in an orderly transition, to replace a partner departing the firm in 1-2 yrs.

Culture: Partners are committed to a limit of 1600 billable hours/yr in order to prioritize personal well-being, and better manage work / life boundaries and life's demands outside of work.

The departing partner works in several capacities/Groups for the firm, allocating about 50% of his time to the Commercial Transactions Group; it's therefore CRITICALLY IMPORTANT for the new hire to join the firm WITH a portable BOOK OF BUSINESS to fill (at least) 50% of their time / workload. Sole practitioners are welcome to reduce hours, distractions, admin work and stress.

Candidates who do NOT HAVE a portable book of business WILL BE CONSIDERED IF THEY ARE / HAVE RECENTLY HELD PARTNER POSITIONS (likely at a LARGER law firm) AND IF they:

• Are VERY CONFIDENT and CAN SUPPORT they HAVE and QUICKLY CAN build a book of business given their experience, contacts, etc.

AND

• Possess exemplary, applicable hard and soft skills & experience, and employment stability

AND

• OPEN to a starting salary that IS COMPETITIVE, albeit BELOW the starting salary of a 'typical' new law firm partner, while the new hire builds a book of business

Starting Salary: ~$160k - $175k, DOE and book of business value, plus bonus, plus origination fees / commissions on the portable book of business and future business brought into the firm.

Location: The work is ON SITE ON LONG ISLAND for the most part, with some flex to work in the firm's Manhattan or NJ office, as needed, or sporadically on a remote basis, as needed.

Commute: For candidates north or west of Long Island, the firm's Long Island office is VERY CLOSE to LIRR train stations.

Responsibilities:

• Commercial Transaction / Business / Corporate work, including advising ownership and management of privately-held companies at the startup through exit stages of growth.
• Counsel clients and run key areas of Commercial Transactional / Business / Corporate matters, such as buying, closing, forming, structuring and selling businesses, mergers & acquisitions, corporate governance, compliance matters, etc.
• Draft and negotiate commercial contracts.
• Compose / Create Operating / Shareholder / Employment Agreements.
• If experienced in this area: Handle client negotiations through closings related to commercial real estate acquisitions, sales, leasing, and financing activities.

Qualifications:

• 4+ years of (post J.D.) Commercial Transactional / Corporate / Business area of law REQUIRED
• Licensed to practice law in NY REQUIRED
• J.D. REQUIRED
• Relevant work experience related to commercial real estate is a plus but NOT required
• Portable book of business - see above
• Exceptional business acumen REQUIRED, able to counsel clients re diverse business matters
• Accountable self-starter with a high EQ, able to own and operate client relationships / cases beginning to end, motivated to continue learning and taking on new responsibilities

Contact: For a confidential discussion, please provide your confidential resume to David Rivard, Director of Recruiting at Executive Alliance, at

Executive Alliance is a 28-year search firm based on Long Island with clients based nationally, and 15 recruiting pros with in-industry experience in the functional disciplines aligned with their recruiting focus.

NOTE:

Please note this client is NOT OPEN to:

• Candidates requiring sponsorship to work for companies in the U.S.
• Relocation package for candidates living outside commuting distance of western Long Island

General Noli USA Inc., headquartered in Modena, Italy, is a global leader in freight forwarding and logistics. With over 125 years of industry expertise, we are proud to be part of a prestigious logistics group offering comprehensive import/export services, customs brokerage, and third-party warehousing solutions.

We are currently seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Import Specialist to join our dynamic logistics team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paces environment and is passionate about international freight operations.

Job Type: Full-Time

Location: Jamaica, NY 11434

Company Type: NVOCC/International Freight Forwarder/Customs House Broker

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of import (ocean & air) shipment arrangements for a designated portfolio of accounts
• Provide customer service and coordinate shipment authorizations, track cargo, issue arrival notices, verify buying/selling rate, billing and ensure timely delivery follow up

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of relevant experience in international freight forwarding
• Highly organized, self-motivated team player with the ability to multitask effectively
• Excellent customer service skills and the ability to work independently with accuracy and efficiency
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Great written and verbal communication skills, with professional phone etiquette

Benefits

· Competitive salary

· Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

· 401(k) Retirement Plan

· Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA)

· Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, and PTO

Additional Information:

Commute Requirement: Must be able to commute to Jamaica, NY 11434

Work Arrangement: On-site (Hybrid option may be considered post probation)

If you're ready to bring your logistics expertise to a company that values precision, teamwork, and customer satisfaction, we'd love to hear from you!

Immigration Litigation

SALARY RANGE $140,000 TO $200,000 PER ANNUM

Musa-Obregon Law P.C. | Queens, NY & White Plains, NY

Musa-Obregon Law P.C. is a full-service New York law firm with a long track record of representing clients across a wide range of legal matters. The firm brings decades of combined litigation experience to immigration defense, personal injury claims, civil rights enforcement, and employment discrimination cases throughout the New York metropolitan area.

Our attorneys advocate for individuals and families in high-stakes immigration proceedings — including removal defense, asylum, residency, naturalization, federal appeals, and habeas corpus petitions — as well as in state and federal civil rights and employment matters. We handle claims involving discrimination, wrongful conduct, and workplace violations, and we pursue fair compensation for clients injured by negligence or abuse.

At Musa-Obregon Law P.C., we are committed to vigorous courtroom advocacy, personalized client service, and professional development within our team. Our firm is known for serious litigation experience that spans administrative, trial, and appellate practice, and for representing a diverse client base with respect and dedication

This position is ideal for a lawyer who thrives in complex constitutional litigation, detention challenges, emergency motions, and high-stakes removal defense at the federal level.

Position Overview

The successful candidate will handle advanced immigration litigation, including but not limited to:

• Federal habeas corpus petitions challenging unlawful immigration detention under INA §§ 1225, 1226, and 1231
• Emergency motions for stays of removal and temporary restraining orders in federal district courts
• Appeals before the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA)
• Petitions for Review and emergency stay litigation before the Second Circuit Court of Appeals
• Litigation involving due process violations, bond jurisdiction, prolonged detention, UAC issues, misclassification of detention authority, and extradition-removal crossover issues

This role involves substantial writing, strategic litigation planning, and court appearances, often on an expedited basis.

Required Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active New York Bar admission (Second Circuit admission strongly preferred)
• Minimum 5+ years of immigration litigation experience, with substantial exposure to:
• Federal habeas corpus practice
• BIA appellate briefing
• Federal district court litigation
• Circuit-court appellate practice
• Demonstrated experience drafting:
• Habeas petitions
• Emergency motions and TROs
• Appellate briefs and stays
• Complex legal memoranda with heavy case citation
• Deep knowledge of immigration detention statutes, constitutional due process principles, and federal jurisdiction
• Exceptional legal research and writing skills
• Ability to manage multiple high-priority matters under tight deadlines

Preferred Experience (Highly Valued)

• Prior litigation in SDNY, EDNY, or Second Circuit
• Experience with:
• Bond-related habeas litigation
• Trump-era detention policies
• UAC custody challenges
• VAWA, asylum, and CAT-related federal litigation
• Familiarity with PACER/ECF, emergency filings, and federal court practice rules
• Spanish or other language proficiency (not required, but a plus)

Responsibilities

• Draft and litigate federal habeas corpus petitions and related motions
• Prepare BIA briefs and motions to reopen/reconsider
• Handle federal appellate filings, including emergency stays
• Appear in federal district court and appellate proceedings as needed
• Collaborate with trial-level immigration attorneys and support staff
• Mentor junior attorneys on federal litigation strategy
• Maintain meticulous legal research and case tracking

Compensation & Benefits

• Highly competitive salary, commensurate with experience strong courtroom exposure, federal litigation opportunities, and long-term growth."
• Performance-based bonuses
• Hybrid or flexible schedule available for the right candidate
• Strong litigation support infrastructure
• Opportunity for long-term growth and leadership within the firm

Locations

• Queens, New York
• White Plains, New York
• (Ability to work from either or both offices)

How t Apply

Interested candidates should submit:

• Resume
• Cover letter detailing federal immigration litigation experience
• Writing sample (preferably a habeas petition, appellate brief, or federal motion)

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

ORGANIZATION HISTORY AND MISSION

The MinKwon Center for Community Action is a dynamic, mission-driven, and people-powered nonprofit organization that serves, educates, and organizes the Korean American, Asian Pacific American (APA), and immigrant communities in New York and around the country. The MinKwon Center offers free assistance with public benefits, health insurance enrollment, and taxes; provides free legal representation for immigration and housing, promotes civic participation with voter and census registration and outreach, and organizes campaigns with other local, state, and federal coalitions. By prioritizing the needs and voices of low-income, undocumented, youth, senior, and limited English proficient residents, we are building a multilingual, multi-generational base of engaged community members to achieve social and economic justice for all.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a dedicated and talented individual to serve as an Immigration Staff Attorney. MinKwon's Social and Legal Services Program provides direct services to over 2,500 low-income households annually. This position is housed in our Immigration Legal Services program and requires a J.D.

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following:

• Conduct comprehensive immigration screenings, intakes, and case assessments.
• Provide information about eligible immigration benefits, assist clients with gathering documents, and complete immigration applications & petitions.
• Provide direct representation and legal advice to clients in cases including but not limited to naturalizations, green card renewals, adjustment of status, SIJS, VAWA, TPS, U and T visas, cancellation of removal, family based petitions, DACA renewals, and inadmissibility waivers.
• Process immigration-related correspondence and manage routine client communications.
• Maintain detailed and up-to-date notes in case management system, and in physical and electronic files.
• Prepare and conduct community outreach and educational workshops.
• Work with MinKwon's development staff on immigration grants deliverables and reporting.
• General administrative and clerical duties.

MinKwon Center's Staff Attorney will provide free legal consultations and direct representation on immigration matters to primarily low-income Asian immigrant communities in New York City.

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following:

• Provide legal counsel and direct representation to clients seeking assistance with affirmative applications, naturalization, and removal proceedings;
• Work with MinKwon organizers to conduct outreach, trainings, and workshops for individuals and community partners on immigration issues;
• Represent MinKwon during district stakeholder meetings with USCIS and in other immigration-related coalition meetings;
• Supervise and oversee volunteers and interns;
• Maintain detailed client records in case management system

Candidates will be evaluated on the basis of the following:

• Licensed to practice law in the United States (Preferably in NY due to representing children in family court proceedings)
• Interest and experience in working with the Asian American community
• Expertise and experience in immigration law
• English and Chinese and/or Spanish language proficiency is required
• Ability to manage a diverse and high caseload and deadlines efficiently with minimal supervision
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work well both independently and in teams
• Strong commitment to public service; non-profit experience preferred

QUALIFICATIONS

The minimum required qualifications for this position include the following:

• Chinese and/or Spanish fluency is required.
• J.D. required.
• Ability to work well independently, in teams, and in collaboration with outside organizations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite applications.
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment and with limited English proficient communities.

The ideal candidate will also have the following preferred qualifications:

• Previous experience with immigration legal or social services.
• Knowledge, interest, and commitment towards concepts and issues of social, political, and economic justice and positive social change in the U.S., especially in the context of Korean American, APIA, and/or immigrant communities.
• Ability to be highly organized, meet deadlines, manage a high caseload, and take initiative on projects with minimal supervision.
• Experience with data entry and management.

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit a cover letter and resume to

Please write 'Immigration Staff Attorney' in the email subject line, and please specify in your email how you found out about this position. (website, LinkedIn, Indeed, Facebook, etc.) Screening of complete applications will begin immediately and continue on a rolling basis until the position is filled and this posting is removed. Due to the high volume of applications, the MinKwon Center will only contact applicants who have been selected for an interview. No phone calls, please.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The MinKwon Center for Community Action does not discriminate against current or prospective employees based on race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender identity, age, marital status, family or dependent status, criminal record, disability, mental illness, sexual orientation, genetics, active military, credit score and history, or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

This is a union bargaining unit position represented for collective bargaining purposes by TWU Local 241.

Our client, a well-regarded regional defense litigation firm is seeking a Team Lead to join their Westchester County, NY team. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of general liability or insurance defense related experience as well as experience leading/training other attorneys.

This position is hybrid remote, 2 days remote, 3 days in office per week. This is a partnership track position.

Candidates should be admitted to practice in NY.

Competitive base salary 160k to 175k+, bonus and benefits.

Resumes may be sent to for review.

Hearing Representative - Special Education Claims

Background on the Project:

A prestigious government agency is addressing the backlog of special education claims in New York City to ensure timely and fair resolution of disputes between parents and the city regarding educational plans for children with special needs. Recent rulings have emphasized the need for faster resolution of these claims and improvements in special education services and payment processes. This initiative requires dedicated attorneys to join the team and play a critical role in managing a high volume of cases and driving claims through the administrative process.

Role Overview:

Our client is seeking contract attorneys barred and in good standing in any state with 1+ years of litigation experience to Work Remotely on a 1 plus year assignment. As a Hearing Representative, you will represent our client throughout the entire special education claims process—from intake to resolution or settlement.

Pay Rates:

• 1 to 7 years of experience: $41.75/hour
• 7+ years of experience: $43.75/hour

Key Responsibilities:

• Case Management: Manage a high-volume caseload of 100–200 special education claims, ensuring timely and effective handling.
• Representation: Prepare for and/or litigate complex cases involving significant legal precedents, policy implications, or financial impact. Represent the agency in administrative hearings, pre-hearing conferences, and settlement negotiations.
• Administrative Process: Navigate procedural requirements and ensure compliance with federal and state education laws and regulations.
• Documentation: Prepare and review all necessary filings, agreements, and reports with accuracy and thoroughness.
• Settlement Negotiation: Work with parents, public advocacy groups, and opposing counsel to reach fair resolutions while negotiating claims for attorney’s fees.
• Training and Collaboration: Collaborate with special education specialists, technical experts, and attorneys; provide training to field staff and clinical staff on compliance with education laws.
• Research and Compliance: Analyze case law, gather evidence, and evaluate settlement demands. Provide guidance on compliance obligations to parents and students under hearing orders.

Required Qualifications:

• Bar Admission: Active bar license in good standing in any U.S. state.
• Litigation Experience: Minimum of 1+ years of recent litigation experience (more preferred).
• Tech Savvy: Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to troubleshoot basic technical issues.
• Caseload Management: Proven ability to manage 100–200 cases concurrently.
• Timekeeping: Ability to log activities in 15-minute increments throughout the workday.
• Remote Work Skills: Dedicated workspace, reliable Wi-Fi, and comfort with virtual tools like Microsoft Teams and Outlook.
• Schedule Flexibility: Willingness to accommodate early morning hearings and work within Eastern Time Zone hours (7 AM–7 PM).
• Preferred Experience: Administrative Law, IEP/Special Education, Experience working for a government agency, Public Interest work, Settlement experience.

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.