100% Vegan

Open for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

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Joylark
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Careers

About Us

Joylark is a NEW elevated plant-based dining destination in Fairfield, Connecticut, where elegance meets imagination, pushing the boundaries of plant-based cuisine and providing guests with unforgettable dining experiences. Our art deco–inspired space sets the stage for vibrant, seasonal cuisine with a spark of fun. At Joylark, we craft exquisite vegan dishes and drinks, provide exceptional hospitality, and have a great time doing it. Opening in early October, we are hiring all positions, to start mid-September.

What We Offer

  • A dynamic and creative work environment.
  • Opportunities for input and professional growth and development.
  • Competitive compensation, paid time off, bonus opportunities, shift meals, and employee discount.
  • A respectful, inclusive, and joyful culture.
  • The chance to be part of a team redefining modern hospitality and plant-based dining in Fairfield County and to grow a company from its roots.

View Available Positions:

Front of House

Barista
Bartender
Server

Back of House

Line Cook
Pastry Chef
Dishwasher

Leadership

Please Inquire
General Manager
Sous Chef

Let your craft sing. Join Joylark

JoyLark Plant Kitchen & Bar

LOCATION

260 Post Road Fairfield CT 06820

PHONE

(475)999-8491

Position: Barista, Full- or Part-Time

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Position: Barista, Full- or Part-Time

We’re looking for Baristas to join our team, working with our Front of House Staff and the kitchen team. You will help bring Joylark’s vision of hospitality to life, ensuring that the bar experience is exceptional, ultimately bringing happiness to our guests. This is a unique opportunity for a Front of House professional who wants to grow their career in a new

Your Role Will Include

  • Setting up (and/ or breaking down) the coffee and smoothie station for service and ensuring the area is clean and stocked. Setting up the bar for service as needed.
  • Preparing coffee drinks, teas, smoothies, juices, and other beverages for guests. Preparing and serving wine, beer, cocktails and mocktails, as needed. Preparing juices for the cleanse program.
  • Flexing your creative muscles, creating new drinks for the menu or as seasonal specials.
  • Providing superior hospitality and service to our guests.
  • Upholding standards of cleanliness, safety, and organization in accordance with health regulations and Joylark’s culture.
  • Keeping the bar and coffee station clean and stocked, and assisting in ordering and managing vendors.
  • Doubling as host or server during certain slower times, as needed.
  • Assisting other areas of the Front of House, with opportunities to explore other positions and the Kitchen.

We’re Seeking Someone Who Has

  • 1+ years experience as a successful Barista, with all associated skills and knowledge, including latte art, espresso machine functioning and cleaning, tea-making, etc.
  • Experience with juices and smoothies are a plus, but not required.
  • Bartending knowledge and skills preferred, but willingness and ability to learn required.
  • Willingness to work in all areas of the Front of House.
  • Genuine desire to provide the best in hospitality, always striving for more.
  • Abilities to work under pressure, and to make the most of less busy times.
  • Primarily a daytime position, but flexibility to work weekends and evenings as needed.
  • ServSafe certification preferred, but not required.
  • A professional, happy attitude and demeanor, and ability to get along well with others.
  • At least 18 years of age.
Apply Now

Bartender for Upscale Restaurant

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Position: Bartender, Full- or Part-Time

We’re looking for Baristas to join our team, working with our Front of House Staff and the kitchen team. You will help bring Joylark’s vision of hospitality to life, ensuring that the bar experience is exceptional, ultimately bringing happiness to our guests. This is a unique opportunity for a Front of House professional who wants to grow their career in a new

Your Role Will Include

  • Setting up (and/ or breaking down) the bar for service and ensuring the area is clean and stocked.
  • Preparing and serving wine, beer, mocktails, and cocktails, and other beverages for guests. Assist in service for coffee, tea, smoothies, juices, as needed.
  • Flexing your creative muscles, creating new drinks for the menu or as seasonal specials.
  • Providing superior hospitality and service to our guests.
  • Ensuring all applicable laws and regulations are followed, as well as providing a safe environment for staff and guests.
  • Upholding standards of cleanliness, safety, and organization in accordance with health regulations and Joylark’s culture.
  • Keeping the bar and coffee station clean and stocked, and assisting in ordering, inventory, and vendor management.
  • Doubling as host or server during certain slower times, as needed.
  • Assisting other areas of the Front of House, with opportunities to explore other positions and the Kitchen.

We’re Seeking Someone Who Has

  • 1+ years experience as a successful Bartender, with all associated skills and knowledge.
  • Experience with coffee, juices, and smoothies are a plus, but not required.
  • Willingness to work in all areas of the Front of House.
  • Comfort in managing guests’ drinking experience, including avoiding over-consumption, and any needed cut-offs and ride calls.
  • Genuine desire to provide the best in hospitality, always striving for more.
  • Abilities to work under pressure, and to make the most of less busy times.
  • Primarily an evening and weekends position.
  • ServSafe and Bartending certification preferred, but not required.
  • A professional, happy attitude and demeanor, and ability to get along well with others.
  • At least 18 years of age.
Apply Now

Servers for Upscale Restaurant

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Position: Servers, Full- or Part-Time

We’re looking for professional Servers to join our team, working with our Front of House Staff and the kitchen team. You will help bring Joylark’s vision of hospitality to life, ensuring that the dining experience is exceptional, ultimately bringing happiness to our guests.  This is a unique opportunity for a Front of House professional who wants to grow their career in a new direction.  Starting wage is $10 per hour, PLUS TIPS.

Your Role Will Include

  • Setting up (and/ or breaking down) the dining room for service and ensuring it is clean and stocked.
  • Serving guests and guiding their experience, ensuring exceptional hospitality for all.
  • Providing input for continued improvement in service operations.
  • Technical service duties, including knowing the menu, beverage pairings, upselling, flow of service, kitchen communication, etc.
  • Side-work.
  • Upholding standards of cleanliness, safety, and organization in accordance with health regulations and Joylark’s culture.
  • Doubling as Host, Bartender, or Barista during certain slower times, as needed.
  • Assisting other areas of the Front of House, with opportunities to explore other positions and the Kitchen.

We’re Seeking Someone Who Has

  • 2+ years experience as a successful Server in an upscale environment, with all associated skills and knowledge.
  • Experience with coffee, juices, smoothies, and bartending are a plus, but not required.
  • Willingness to work in all areas of the Front of House.
  • Comfort in managing guests’ drinking experience, including avoiding over-consumption.
  • Genuine desire to provide the best in hospitality, always striving for more.
  • Abilities to work under pressure and to make the most of less busy times.
  • Daytime, evening, and weekend hours are all available, with flexibility to work with colleagues to cover shifts when the need arises.
  • A professional, happy attitude and demeanor, and ability to get along well with others.
  • At least 18 years of age.
Apply Now

Line Cook for Upscale Restaurant

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Position: Line Cook, Full- and Part-Time

We’re looking for experienced and inspired full- and part-time Line Cooks to join our team, working with our Sous Chef and Chef-Owner. As a Line Cook, you will help bring Joylark’s culinary vision to life, ensuring that every dish meets our standards of excellence and brings happiness to our guests.  This is a unique opportunity for a culinary professional who wants to grow their career in a new direction.

Your Role Will Include

  • Cooking on the line and prepping components.
  • Ensuring efficiency and excellence in food preparation.
  • Upholding standards of cleanliness, safety, and organization in accordance with health regulations and Joylark’s kitchen culture.
  • Ensuring exceptional quality and consistency in every dish, every service.
  • Assisting with inventory management and cost control.
  • Assist other areas of the kitchen, with opportunities to explore Front of House.

We’re Seeking Someone Who Has

  • 2+ years in a similar position in upscale (or up-casual) kitchen environments
  • Flexibility to work in all areas of the kitchen
  • Experience in vegan or plant-based cuisine is highly preferred, but curiosity and the willingness and ability to learn is paramount.
  • Formal culinary training or equivalent professional experience with strong knowledge of classical cooking techniques.
  • Abilities to work under pressure, and to make the most of less busy times
  • Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
  • ServSafe certification preferred
  • A professional, happy attitude and demeanor, and ability to get along well with others
  • At least 18 years of age.
Apply Now

Pastry Chef/Baker for Upscale Restaurant

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Position: Pastry Chef, Full-Time

We’re looking for an experienced and inspired Pastry Chef/Baker to join our team, working with our Sous Chef and Chef-Owner. As our Pastry Chef, you will help bring Joylark’s culinary vision to life, ensuring that the bakery and dessert portions of our menu are prepared with excellence, ultimately bringing happiness to our guests.  This is a unique opportunity for a culinary professional who wants to grow their career in a new direction.

Your Role Will Include

  • Cooking on the line and prepping components.
  • Ensuring efficiency and excellence in food preparation.
  • Upholding standards of cleanliness, safety, and organization in accordance with health regulations and Joylark’s kitchen culture.
  • Ensuring exceptional quality and consistency in every dish, every service.
  • Assisting with inventory management and cost control.
  • Assist other areas of the kitchen, with opportunities to explore Front of House.

We’re Seeking Someone Who Has

  • 2+ years in a similar position in upscale (or up-casual) kitchen environments.
  • Flexibility to work in all areas of the kitchen when needed.
  • Experience in vegan or plant-based pastry arts is highly preferred, but curiosity and the willingness and ability to learn and adapt is paramount.
  • Formal culinary training or equivalent professional experience with strong knowledge of classical techniques.
  • Abilities to work under pressure, and to make the most of less busy times
  • This position is mostly daytimes, but flexibility to work weekends and evenings as needed is necessary.
  • ServSafe certification preferred.
  • A professional, happy attitude and demeanor, and ability to get along well with others.
  • At least 18 years of age.
Apply Now

Dishwasher for Upscale Restaurant

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Position: Dishwasher, Full- or Part-Time

We’re looking for Dishwashers/Support Staff to join our team, working with our Sous Chef, Chef-Owner, and the kitchen team. You will help bring Joylark’s culinary vision to life, ensuring that the foundations of our menu – the dishes and cookware! –  are ready for service, ultimately bringing happiness to our guests.  This is a unique opportunity for a kitchen professional who wants to grow their career in a new direction. 

Your Role Will Include

  • Washing and sanitizing all dishes and cookware so it sparkles, polishing dishes and utensils, and keeping the kitchen and its equipment clean.
  • Management of the dish area and kitchen systems, including related vendors.
  • Upholding standards of cleanliness, safety, and organization in accordance with health regulations and Joylark’s kitchen culture.
  • Assist other areas of the kitchen, with opportunities to explore other positions and the Front of House.

We’re Seeking Someone Who Has

  • 1+ years kitchen experience as a successful Dishwasher.
  • Willingness to work in all areas of the kitchen.
  • Curiosity and the willingness and ability to learn.
  • Abilities to work under pressure, and to make the most of less busy times
  • Flexibility to work weekends and evenings as needed.
  • ServSafe certification preferred, but not required
  • A professional, happy attitude and demeanor, and ability to get along well with others.
  • At least 18 years of age.
Apply Now
Joylark

(475) 999 8491

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General Manager for Upscale Restaurant

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Position: General Manager, Full-Time

We’re looking for a career General Manager to join our team, working directly with the Chef-Owner, Sous Chef, and the entire team. You will help bring Joylark’s vision of hospitality to life, ensuring that the Joylark experience is exceptional, ultimately bringing happiness to our guests.  This is a unique opportunity for a Front of House professional who wants to grow their career in a new direction. 

Your Role Will Include

  • Overseeing all aspects of the Front of House, including staffing, inventory, cleanliness, operations, and vendor management.
  • Providing hands-on service directly to guests as part of an overall hospitality program.
  • Driving continued improvement in service operations and guest experience.
  • Working with the Chef-Owner and Sous Chef as the triad of the Management Team for maximum efficiency and profit.
  • Upholding standards of cleanliness, safety, and organization in accordance with health regulations and Joylark’s culture.
  • Assisting other areas of the company as needed, including Expo, cooking or prep, dishes, etc.
  • Taking on special projects to be determined by you and the Management Team.

We’re Seeking Someone Who Has

  • 5+ years’ experience as a successful Manager in an upscale restaurant environment, with all associated skills and knowledge.
  • Plant-based knowledge and experience is preferred, but not required.
  • Genuine desire to provide the best in hospitality, always striving for more.
  • Depth of knowledge of restaurant operations and profit-maximizing strategies.
  • Abilities to work under pressure, and to make the most of less busy times.
  • Flexible schedule.
  • ServSafe and Bartending certification are a bonus, but not required.
  • A professional, happy attitude and demeanor, and ability to get along well with others.
Apply Now

Sous Chef for Upscale Restaurant

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Position: Sous Chef, Full-Time

We’re looking for an experienced and inspired Sous Chef to join our leadership team, as a creative partner with the Chef-Owner. As Sous Chef, you will help bring Joylark’s culinary vision to life, overseeing day-to-day operations, mentoring the team, managing cost controls, and co-creating menus.  This is a unique opportunity for a culinary professional who wants to grow their career in a new direction.

Your Role Will Include

  • Collaborating with the Chef-Owner in the creation and execution of seasonal menus and R&D for new creations and revenue streams.
  • Overseeing kitchen operations, ensuring efficiency and excellence in food preparation.
  • Upholding standards of cleanliness, safety, and organization in accordance with health regulations and Joylark’s kitchen culture.
  • Ensuring exceptional quality and consistency in every dish, every service.
  • Leading and coaching the culinary team with kindness, clarity, and the highest standards.
  • Managing inventory, ordering, and cost control.

We’re Seeking Someone Who Has

  • 3+ years in a leadership role in upscale (or up-casual) kitchen environments
  • Flexibility to manage or work in all areas of the kitchen, including on the line and in the office
  • Experience in vegan or plant-based cuisine is highly preferred, but curiosity and the willingness and ability to learn is paramount.
  • Formal culinary training or equivalent professional experience with strong knowledge of classical cooking techniques.
  • Excellent organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
  • Experience and comfort using various kitchen software modules, such as XtraChef
  • Abilities to work and lead under pressure, and to make the most of less busy times
  • Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
  • ServSafe certification
  • A professional, happy attitude and demeanor, and ability to get along with others
Apply Now
Joylark

LUNCH & DINNER

BEGINNINGS
Green Pea Hummus -GFO
nuts, sun-dried tomato, Kalamata olives, pine nuts, herbs, pita
11.00
Wild Rice Fritters -GF
pink pineapple and lychee ceviche, ginger-lime tea, cilantro
14.00
Brussels Sprouts -GF
hot honee lemon zest, parmesan, toasted pepitas
7.00
Garlicky Collards -GF
ginger and garlic broth, black eyed peas, red onion
8.00
Queen Ave Potatoes -GF
potato pillows, balsamic-soy reduction, corn flakes
11.00
Queso and Chips -GF
tortilla, sweet potato, and beet chips, roasted corn, chips, veggies chipotle drizzle
16.00
Ceviche -GF
pink pineapple and lychee, ginger-lime tea, cilantro
7.00
Polenta Fingers -GF, nuts
seared polenta, grilled peaches, white balsamic glaze, macadamia herb cheese, blistered shishito peppers
15.00
SALADS AND SOUP
Warm Goodness Bowl -GF
warmed kale, roasted seasonal vegetables, quinoa, chickpeas, cashew queso, toasted sunflower seeds
18
Melon-Beet -GF
massaged kale, toasted almonds, golden raisins, purple cabbage, avocado, lemon-miso dressing
15.00
Daily Soup
baguette, herb compound butter
9.00
Miso Kale -GF, nuts
marinated watermelon, roasted beets, ricotta, shallot, watercress, parsley and green bell pepper coulis
15.00
MAINS
Lime Sumac Tofu
Pan-seared tofu, lime-sumac marinade, grilled zucchini and asparagus, couscous
19.00
Ricciarelle
pasta ribbons, fresh sweet corn, saffron, and butter sauce, watercress
23.00
Crispy Cauliflower -nuts
pan-fried cauliflower steak, cauliflower puree, shucked
24.00
Charred Carrot Curry -nuts
charred carrot, beluga lentils, peanut curry, wild and brown rice
18.00
Oysters and Grits -GF, nuts
Cornmeal-battered golden oyster mushrooms, jalapeño grits, garlicky collard greens, remoulade
23.00
Caprese Napoleon -GF
heirloom tomato, zucchini paper, mozzarella, pine nuts, quinoa-lentil pilaf, green pepper and herb coulis, balsamic
25.00
BBQ Burger -GFO, nuts
choice of smoked housemade or Impossible patty, red onion, heirloom tomato, peach BBQ sauce, smoked gouda, crisp greens, brioche bun, side of fries and ketchup
22.00
FLATBREADS
ON THE SIDE
Marinara, Tomato, Basil, Mozzarella
18.00
Car Onion, Balsamic, Brussels, Mozzarella
18.00
Red Onion, Kalamata, Kale, Garlic Confit
18.00
Pineapple, Zucchini, Seitan, Peppers,
18.00
Fries with Ketchup
6.00
Seitan, Tofu, or Tempeh GFO
3.00
Rice
3.00
Avocado
3.00
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