Jobs in New Castle, DE

Executive Chef 

Lefty’s Alley & Eats is unique destination in Delaware, bringing people together through interactive entertainment and unexpectedly high-quality food and beverages. We will be opening our new location at the Grove in Newark, DE in June 2026. We are currently in search of an Executive Chef to oversee all kitchen operations within our 55,000 square foot venue. This position will begin approximately April 13, 2026

Position Summary 

The Executive Chef serves as the culinary leader and figurehead of the kitchen and food & beverage operations at Lefty’s Alley & Eats. This role is responsible for upholding and advancing the company’s culinary standards while leading, training, and inspiring a high-performing kitchen team. 

The Executive Chef oversees all kitchen operations, including food purchasing, preparation, quality control, sanitation, cost management, staff development, and compliance with health and safety regulations. This position plays a key leadership role in fostering a positive, professional culture that promotes accountability, teamwork, confidence, and morale. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Ensure all food is consistently prepared and presented in accordance with established recipes, portioning, cooking, and plating standards. 
• Maintain compliance with all health, safety, sanitation, energy management, and preventive maintenance standards. 
• Implement and enforce standard operating procedures related to food quality, cost control, and revenue management. 
• Oversee all aspects of kitchen staff management, including recruiting, interviewing, hiring, training, performance evaluation, discipline, and termination as needed. 
• Conduct onboarding and orientation for new kitchen team members, ensuring understanding of company policies and departmental procedures. 
• Develop seasonal and calendar-driven menus that provide a fresh and engaging culinary experience throughout the year. 
• Ensure full compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws related to labor, food safety, sanitation, and alcoholic beverages. 
• Develop, implement, and maintain policies and procedures for the food and beverage departments. 
• Manage purchasing, receiving, and storage of all food and supplies to ensure proper quality, quantity, and cost control. 
• Evaluate and introduce new culinary techniques and presentations to enhance guest satisfaction while managing food costs. 
• Collaborate daily with the General Manager to achieve the highest level of guest satisfaction at optimal cost. 
• Address guest feedback and complaints promptly and professionally, recommending or implementing corrective actions as needed. 
• Maintain the cleanliness, organization, and overall condition of all kitchen equipment and food & beverage facilities. 
• Enforce employee appearance and dress code standards. 
• Review and approve product invoices and submit them to accounting in a timely manner. 
• Oversee physical inventory counts and provide accurate reporting to the accounting department. 
• Partner with other managers to ensure proper reconciliation of point-of-sale systems and revenues. 
• Audit and approve weekly payroll. 
• Collaborate with management to plan and execute special menus, promotions, and food & beverage offerings. 
• Work closely with group sales and event managers to ensure exceptional execution and client satisfaction for events and parties. 

Daily Operational Duties 

• Oversee daily opening and closing procedures for the restaurant. 
• Ensure consistent station set-up and readiness for each service. 
• Partner with management to promote upselling of new menu items and specials. 
• Manage staff scheduling and timekeeping. 
• Report on maintenance and equipment needs to the General Manager. 
• Support operations during high-volume or emergency situations as needed. 
• Maintain organization, cleanliness, and compliance across all food and beverage storage areas. 

Qualifications & Skills 

The Executive Chef must demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of food and beverage operations, a strong sense of hospitality, and effective leadership skills. This role requires excellent communication, organizational, and collaboration abilities, along with experience coordinating special events from both back-of-house and front-of-house perspectives. 

The Executive Chef will be responsible for planning and executing special event culinary stations, developing new concepts, contributing to menu innovation, and assisting with event layouts and flow. 

Equal Opportunity Employer 

Lefty’s Alley & Eats is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, or any other protected status under applicable law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, discipline, and termination. 

Restaurant Director (QSR) - High Volume - Multi Unit

Earn $100K-$115K and Great Benefits!

We build our business through our people.

Now Hiring at

Delaware Welcome Center

520 JFK Memorial Hwy, Newark, DE 19702

Join our amazing team and come grow with us!

What We Do

At Applegreen, we Refresh Travelers on their Journey…. Applegreen USA operates over 80 travel plazas across the Northeast and Midwest that provide convenience, comfort, retail, and an extensive range of delicious food options such as Auntie Anne’s, Burger King, Chick-fil-A, Cinnabon, Dunkin Donuts, Panda Express, Panera, Popeyes, Pret, Shake Shack, Starbucks, and many more.

Our Core Values

Our Core Values are what we stand for. They guide and motivate our attitudes and behaviors to our customers, our suppliers, our business partners, and each other.

• Our customers and communities are at the heart of everything we do.
• We value and develop our people.
• We are driven by pace, passion and performance.
• We seek opportunities and embrace change.

Benefits

• Flexible Schedules
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401 (k) with Company Match
• Earned Wage Access – Pay on Demand
• Education Assistance
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Meal Discount
• Pet Insurance

What you’ll Do:

As the Restaurant Director (QSR) - High Volume - Multi Unit, you will be responsible for managing the overall day-to-day operations and long-term profitability of a multi-million-dollar travel plaza located along a major highway. This position is charged with sustainably achieving or exceeding targeted financial and performance metrics by successfully leading a dedicated team to ensure our customers (travelers) receive fast and friendly service.

• Lead the day-to-day activities of associates and plaza leadership to achieve or exceed targeted objectives around sales, speed of service, customer satisfaction, brand standards, and food quality & safety standards.
• Monitor and analyze progress towards targeted financial and performance objectives then implement strategic changes to sustainably maximize performance and profitability.
• Ensure that each food and beverage concept within the plaza is adhering to the required brand standards.
• Maintain an engaging work culture of continuous learning, information/skill sharing and professional development, including modeling behavior and fostering a culture of accountability.
• Consistently recruit, develop, and retain strong teams to maintain appropriate staffing levels across the plaza.
• Responsible for the hiring, coaching, training, promotion, disciplinary action, termination, or transfer of plaza leadership.
• Supervise and manage the plaza leadership team to ensure they are meeting their individual goals, their business goals, and appropriately supervising & managing their direct reports.
• Ensure compliance with company policies & procedures along with local, state, & federal laws.
• Handle customer inquiries and complaints in a professional and timely manner
• Work collaboratively with a variety of support partners such as Brand Partners, Human Resources, Loss Prevention, Finance, and Facilities & Maintenance.
• Ensure seamless, cooperative relationships with business partners, vendors, and the communities.

Essential Experience & Skills

• Utilize computerized software and systems such as Microsoft Office, payroll & time keeping software, inventory management software, and various point-of-sales systems.
• Passionate about helping people learn and grow their careers.
• Ability to operate in and navigate through ambiguity, drive clarity, and effectively manage change in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Possess a proven background in maintaining strong cost control and quality standards.
• Proven ability to drive profitable growth while improving customer and associate satisfaction.
• ServSafe Certification Preferred

Requirements

• 5+ years of proven success in multi-unit or big-box leadership
• Available to work a flexible on-site schedule approximately 50 hours per week including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Maintain regular and consistent attendance and punctuality, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Able to stand and walk for an extended period of time; frequently bend, twist, lift and carry at least 20 pounds.
• Occasionally attend meetings or travel to support other locations.

This is not an exhaustive list of all functions that may be required to perform, and the employee may be required to perform additional functions. Additionally, the job responsibilities may change at any time as necessitated by business demands. Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V), and Drug Free Workplace (DFW).

We strive to do great things for each other, our customers, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, whatever you’re pursuing — a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work — Applegreen is for you!

Interested Candidates please send your resume.

Applegreen

Come grow with us!

Applegreen is an EEO Employer

Drug Free Workplace

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

Do you want to work at one of the top 100 hospitals in the nation?

Our amazing Pharmacy Team dispenses approximately 8,000,000 individualized patient doses per year, as well as 252,000 retail/mail order prescriptions. We provide medications that are safe and efficacious.

Life is full of choices, and whom you work for is one of life's most important decisions. ChristianaCare has earned national recognition for excellence. Choose an organization that provides career advancement and the opportunity to impact health.

Come and join us in the ChristianaCare Pharmacy - Dedicated to getting the right drug to the right patient at the right time!

ChristianaCare is recruiting for a Pharmacy Technician to work full time, day/evening shift rotation. Every other weekend required; holidays as required.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist the pharmacist in providing timely, efficient, cost effective, and appropriate pharmaceutical care to the patient
• Refill patient medication bins through robot cart fill and manual picks; update carts by including new orders, removing discontinued medications, and transferring medications. Update labeling of bins on admission, transfer, and discharge of patients
• Deliver and exchange 24-hour cart fill to nursing units at scheduled times. Check medication storage areas for discontinued and discharged patient medications; ensure that returned medications are placed back into stock
• Reorder medications in short supply and restock the picking station and other areas of the pharmacy
• Send prepared medications via pneumatic tube system. Any medication that cannot be tubed is delivered to the appropriate location on the nursing unit
• Manage automated dispensing cabinet inventory, including accurate selection and loading of medications
• Ensure that medications are stored properly and that only in date medications are stored. Remove discontinued medication
• Receive and check incoming supplier order(s)
• Prepare IV medications using aseptic techniques and in following processes in full compliance with USP 795, 797, and 800 federal regulations
• Use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and closed system transfer devices (as needed) for the preparation of chemotherapy and other hazardous medications

Education and Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma required
• Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) certification required unless enrolled in a PharmD program.
• Applicants with Pharmacy Technician experience are encouraged to apply and will be required to obtain PTCB certification within 1 year of employment.
• Applicants enrolled or graduate of a 4-year bachelor program in the following health science majors are encourage to apply and will be required PTCB certification within 1 year of employment: Applied Molecular Biology and Biotechnology Biology, Chemistry, Exercise Science, Health Behavior Science, Human Physiology, Medical Diagnostics, Medical Diagnostics Pre-PA, Medical Laboratory Science, Nutrition, Nutrition and Dietetics,  Nutrition and Medical Sciences, Nursing,  Occupational Therapy,  Physical Therapy,  Physician Assistant, Sports Health, or other health related degrees
• Hospital pharmacy experience preferred
• Computer experience preferred (e.g., window-based programs)
• Basic typing skills

Physical demands:

Standing and walking up to 8 miles a day with intermittent sitting. Occasional extended periods at computer terminal. Required movement throughout ChristianaCare. Requires manual dexterity, the ability to push or pull a fully weighted cart of 250 lbs. which is no more than 15 lbs. and lift up to 50 lbs. as essential components of the position.

ChristianaCare offers:

Incredible Work/Life benefits including medical/dental/ vision insurance coverage on your first day of employment, paid PTO, retirement plans, twelve weeks of paid parental leave, annual membership to , access to backup care services for dependents through , retirement planning services, financial coaching, fitness and wellness reimbursement, and great discounts through several vendors for hotels, rental cars, theme parks, shows, sporting events, movie tickets and much more!

If you 're inspired to make a difference, we invite you to become a ChristianaCare caregiver!

Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Border Patrol Agent (BPA) Entry Level

NEW RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION INCENTIVES!

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Duty assignments available at the time of offer may include the Southwest Border, including prioritized locations.

U.S. Border Patrol determines duty assignments at the time of offer based on operational needs, which may or may not align with candidates' first-choice preferences. Relocation may be required.

DON'T FORGET TO CHECK OUT THE INCENTIVES – SEE SALARY SECTION BELOW

The U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) offers those interested in a career in law enforcement an opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission of protecting America.

If you seek an exciting and rewarding job that provides excellent pay, exceptional federal benefits, and job stability, now is the time to make your move. U.S. Border Patrol (USBP), within the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), is hiring immediately for these full-time, entry-level, career Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) opportunities.

Salary and Benefits

Annual Base Salary for newly appointed BPAs varies per grade, as follows:

GL-5/GL-7 $49,739 - $89,518 per year

Duty location impacts pay rates; locality pay for federal law enforcement is higher in some locations than others. A fully trained BPA may be eligible for up to an additional 25% of base pay per the BPA Pay Reform Act of 2014. This is a career ladder position with a grade level progression of GL-5, GL-7, GL-9, GS-11, and GS-12. You will be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level (without reapplying) once you successfully complete 52 weeks in each grade level.

Border Patrol Agents are eligible to select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health, dental and other insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan akin to a traditional ROTH 401(k) offering.

*Recruitment Incentive* Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents (as defined in 5 CFR 575.102 ) will be offered up to a $20,000 incentive. The first $10,000 will be paid upon successful completion of the Border Patrol Academy, with the remaining $10,000 awarded for accepting a prioritized location. Prioritized locations include Sierra Blanca, TX; Presidio, TX; Sanderson, TX; Comstock, TX; Lordsburg, NM; Freer, TX; Hebbronville, TX; Ajo, AZ.

*Retention Incentive* Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents may also qualify for up to $40,000 in additional incentives distributed over their first four years.

Duties and Responsibilities

As a BPA, you will be part of our 60,000+ workforce that strives to protect the American people by safeguarding our borders, deterring illicit activity, and enhancing the nation's economic prosperity. Being a BPA makes you a valuable member of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) profession.

Typical assignments include:

• Detecting and questioning people suspected of violating immigration and custom laws and inspecting documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations
• Preventing and apprehending undocumented noncitizens and smugglers of noncitizens at or near the borders by maintaining surveillance from covert positions to include using infrared scopes during night operations
• Interpreting and following tracks, marks, and other physical evidence of illegal entry of persons or contraband
• Performing farm checks, building checks, traffic checks, city patrols, and transportation checks
• Patrolling the international boundary and coastal waterways using a variety of government assets such as vehicles, horses, vessels, watercraft, off-road vehicles, ATVs, snowmobiles, and motorcycles for the accomplishment of the USBP Mission.

Qualifications

You qualify for the GL-5 grade level if you possess one of the following:

Experience: One (1) year of general work experience that demonstrates the ability to take charge, make sound decisions, and maintain composure in stressful situations; to learn regulations, methods, and techniques through classroom training and/or on-the-job instruction; and the ability to gather concise information through questioning, observation, and examination of documents and records; OR

Education Substitution: A bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full four-year course of study in any field leading to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; OR

Combination of Experience and Education: A combination of general work experience AND successfully completed college education. This will be calculated using your resume and official or unofficial transcripts submitted with your application.

You qualify for the GL-7 grade level if you possess one of the following:

Experience: One year of specialized work experience that shows you have the skills necessary to:

• Make sound judgments and decisions in the use of firearms.
• Deal effectively with people in a courteous and tactful manner in connection with law enforcement matters.
• Analyze information rapidly and make prompt decisions where you will be expected to make arrests after the completion of required training and apply these skills in a law enforcement capacity such as criminal code enforcement, determining violations of laws, correctional or rehabilitation work involving criminal offenders, security, military, etc.

The above experience will be applied in connection with the following: Make arrests and exercise sound judgment in the use of firearms; deal effectively with people in a courteous manner in connection with law enforcement matters; analyze information rapidly and make prompt decisions; or develop and maintain contact with a network of informants.

Education Substitution for the GL-7 grade level: A bachelor's degree with superior academic achievement, which is based on (1) class standing, (2) grade-point average (i.e., GPA of 3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0), or (3) honor society membership. Or will receive a bachelor's degree with Superior Academic Achievement. Or one full year of graduate-level education in a field of study related to law enforcement (e.g., criminal justice, homeland security, justice studies, law enforcement, courts and judicial systems, forensic technology, forensic psychology, or corrections and rehabilitation) from an accredited college or university; OR

A Combination of Experience and Education: This will be calculated using your resume and official or unofficial transcripts submitted with your application.

Note: If you have previous or current law enforcement or military law enforcement experience, you may qualify at the GL-9 and or GS-11 grade level. Please refer to the BPA GL-9 - 11 announcement.

Other Requirements

Citizenship: You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position.

Residency: You must have had primary U.S. residency (includes protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years.

Age Restriction: In accordance with Public Law 100-238, this position is covered under law enforcement retirement provisions. Candidates must be referred for selection to the Border Patrol Agent position before reaching their 40th birthday in accordance with Department of Homeland Security Directive 251-03. The age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving or have previously served in a federal civilian law enforcement (non-military) position covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d).

Veterans' Preference: You may also be eligible for an excepted service Veterans Recruitment Appointment (VRA). The age restriction does not apply if you are Veterans' Preference eligible.

Formal Training: After you are hired, you will be detailed to the U.S. Border Patrol Academy in Artesia, New Mexico, for approximately six (6) months of intensive instruction in immigration and nationality laws, law enforcement and USBP-specific operations, driver training, physical techniques, firearms, and other courses. Border Patrol work requires the ability to speak and read Spanish, as well as English. Border Patrol Agents will be provided training to become proficient with the Spanish language at the Academy.

How to Apply:

Click the Apply button on this site. You will be linked to the CBP Talent Network registration page. For Position of Interest, select Border Patrol Agent, then complete the pre-screening questions.

You'll then receive a link(s) to the BPA Job Opening Announcements (JOAs) on USAJOBS, the federal government's official employment site, to complete your application. Be certain to review ALL details of the job opportunity announcement and follow all instructions in the application process, including items (resume, transcripts, etc.) to submit. You will be evaluated based on your resume, supporting documents, and the BPA Entrance Exam.

If you have questions about the application process, contact a recruiter through the U.S. Border Patrol page: /s/usbp.

As a subscriber to the CBP Talent Network, you'll receive monthly emails with information about webinars, career expos, and future opportunities with CBP.

A Wilmington landmark since 1890, fully modernized Wilmington Hospital serves as ChristianaCare’s corporate headquarters and provides ChristianaCare’s distinguished, high-quality health care in the heart of Wilmington. This 321-bed, 622,100-square-foot facility currently houses our Wilmington Emergency Department and helipad with aero-medical transport capabilities. The Emergency Department is a Level III Trauma Center and a participating trauma hospital in the Delaware Trauma System.

We are seeking an Assistant Nurse Manager for our Wilmington Emergency Department to support the Nurse Manager in the overall administrative direction for the clinical practice of nursing and the delivery of high quality and cost effective care for all patients and families associated with this patient care unit. Shares 24-hour responsibility and accountability for all aspect of daily operations with the Nurse Manager.

Highlights:

• Step onto the leadership tract!

• We offer competitive pay, robust healthcare benefits of medical, dental & eyecare -all effective day one!  We have a 403b with defined contribution, tuition reimbursement and generous paid time off.

• Recognized as Magnet Status Hospital four times!

• You will have an opportunity to make a direct impact on the lives of people in our community.

Responsibilities:

• In this role you will assist the Nurse Manager in the overall administrative direction for the clinical practice of nursing and delivery of high quality and efficient care to all patients utilizing the services of this area.

• Shares 24-hour responsibility and accountability for all aspects of daily operational activity.

• Directly supervises nursing and technical personnel: Assesses proficiency of staff, Oversees daily staffing and scheduling needs of the department, Evaluates staff performance, Counsels staff members when performance issues are identified.

• Participates in all hiring, promotion, salary adjustment, and termination decisions. Functions as a highly transparent role model, demonstrating quality expertise and professional behaviors which support professional development of staff and the strategic goals of CCHS.

• Identifies and develops strategies to improve the overall knowledge base and professionalism of staff.

• Directs, mentors and supports all level of staff on the floor.

• Identifies potential future leaders and engages in succession planning.

• Analyzes administrative and operational functions; implements appropriate changes and system wide improvements.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Nursing required. Master's required within 5 years.

• RN required. Emergency Department experience required.

• 5 years appropriate clinical and leadership experience.

• Current Specialty Board Certification required.

Hours:  This position is Full Time.  You may choose between an 8 hour or 10 hour per day schedule.  Shifts will be primarily midnights, but may include day and evening hours, depending on the needs of the department.   There is an on- call requirement of every 4th weekend.

Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Plant Manager

Locations: On-site | Wilmington, DE & Atlantic City, NJ

A privately held, growth-oriented manufacturer is seeking a hands-on Plant Manager to lead two stable, mid-sized production sites in the Mid-Atlantic region. Each facility runs efficiently from an equipment standpoint—the real mandate is to elevate culture, supervisor capability, and overall engagement while sustaining world-class KPIs. If you excel at walking the floor, coaching leaders, and turning good plants into great ones, this role puts you on the front line of change.

What You Will Do

• Direct day-to-day operations for approximately 100 employees per site, meeting safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
• Mentor five front-line Production Supervisors, setting clear expectations and building a high-accountability culture.
• Monitor and act on metrics such as OEE, scrap, on-time delivery, and labor efficiency, using data to drive continuous improvement.
• Champion Lean/Six Sigma tools, leading kaizen events that increase throughput and reduce waste.
• Partner with Quality, Engineering, HR, Finance, and Customer teams to support new product launches and compliance initiatives.
• Serve as cultural steward, fostering a positive, solution-oriented environment during ongoing post-acquisition integration.
• Ensure adherence to ISO, EHS, and other regulatory standards while strengthening safety programs.

What You Bring

• 8–15+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership, including supervision of front-line leaders.
• Proven success turning around or elevating plant morale while delivering strong business results.
• Experience within regulated or ISO-certified operations; plastics, medical device, or high-mix assembly background a plus.
• Working knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and operational excellence methodologies (certification preferred).
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Operations Management, or related field (advanced degree welcomed but not required).
• Visible, approachable leadership style with exceptional communication and coaching skills.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary targeted between $150K – $185K.
• 15 % annual performance bonus.
• Relocation assistance (if applicable) and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, and generous PTO.

Why Apply

• Influence two well-equipped plants that are ready for their next cultural breakthrough.
• Join a company with significant growth investment and a robust pipeline of future projects.
• Enjoy direct access to executive leadership and the ability to shape enterprise-wide best practices.
• Thrive in an environment that values results and people—success is measured by both metrics and morale.

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