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  • National Distribution Manager
    National Distribution Manager
    4 days ago
    $80000–$90000 yearly
    Full-time
    Moonachie

    Reports to: Director of Distribution With a projected 1,000 cafes in the United States by 2030, Paris Baguette is one of the fastest-growing neighborhood bakery cafés in the world. Our vision is to reestablish the neighborhood bakery café as the heart of the community around the world. Paris Baguette's mission is to bring expertly crafted baked and brewed goods through a warm and welcoming bakery café experience that delivers joy to everyone. If you are someone who has heart, wants to spread joy, nourish community and is ready to rise to the occasion, we are looking for you to join our growing team! WHAT WE ARE HUNGRY FOR The National Distribution Manager is responsible for overseeing end-to-end distribution operations ensuring timely, cost-effective, and compliant movement of goods from manufacturing and co-packing facilities to customers, distribution centers, and Franchise partners. This role leads to distribution strategy, 3PL management, and continuous improvement initiatives while maintaining the highest standards of food safety, quality, and service. The role partners cross-functionally with Procurement, Manufacturing, Quality, and Finance to support service level targets, cost controls, and growth initiatives. KNOWLEDGE AND RESPONSIBILITIES Freight & Transportation Management • Lead all inbound and outbound transportation activities, including TL, LTL, drayage, and refrigerated freight, • Manage relationships with 3PLs, carriers, and freight brokers, • Negotiate carrier contracts, rates, and service-level agreements to meet cost and service objectives, • Monitor freight spending, lane performance, accessorial, and carrier compliance, • Develop contingency plans for capacity constraints, weather disruptions, and peak seasons, • Collaborate with transportation and logistics teams to optimize outbound and inter-facility shipments, • Support distribution network design, including DC footprint, capacity planning, and lane optimization, • Identify cost-reduction opportunities while maintaining service and product integrity Food Safety, Quality & Compliance • Ensure compliance with FDA, USDA, and customer requirements, • Maintain cold-chain integrity and temperature control standards throughout transportation and storage, • Lead root cause analysis for freight-related quality issues and corrective actions Cost Control & Continuous Improvement • Assist with transportation and distribution budgets, forecasts, and KPIs, • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce freight costs, damages, and lead times, • Implement routing guides, mode optimization, and network design improvements, • Track and report metrics such as freight cost and damage rates Systems & Analytics • Lead the use and optimization of TMS, WMS, ERP, and freight audit/payment systems, • Analyze data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement, • Support system implementations, integrations, and upgrades Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration • Support and develop a team of logistics and distribution professionals, • Establish performance goals, coaching, and succession planning, • Partner with Quality Control, Operations and Finance to support customer requirements and margin goals, • Act as escalation point for service failures and customer-impacting issues, • Other duties, as assigned. WHAT YOU NEED TO HAVE • Bachelor's degree in supply chain, or related field, • At least 5+ years of progressive experience in frozen food distribution or cold-chain logistics, • At least 5+ years managing multi-site, multi-region distribution operations, • Deep knowledge of frozen cold-chain requirements and global food safety regulations, • Experience with global trade compliance and customs processes, • Advanced WMS and ERP experience (SAP, Oracle, Manhattan, Blue Yonder, NetSuite), • International logistics and trade compliance, • Operational excellence on a scale, • Financial and cost-to-serve optimization, • Strong people leadership across cultures, • Risk management and resilience planning, • Regular presence in frozen warehouse environments (freezer conditions), • Feedback is a gift! Ability to provide constructive feedback and recognition to every member of the organization, along with Franchisees, to ensure we have an open and transparent culture of high performance standards., • High emotional intelligence with the ability to work with, and support diverse teams by being highly empathetic, intuitive, self-motivated and driven., • Teams Win! Has to be a team player who fosters a collaborative and engaged team work environment., • Being a Brand Ambassador, with an excellent knowledge of and commitment to Paris Baguette's Mission, Vision, Brand Values and Culture. SWEET BENEFITS • Competitive compensation, • Free Cake for your Birthday, • Medical, Dental, Vision benefits, • 401K Retirement Plan, • Paid time off, paid Holidays, • High Performance Culture

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  • Assistant General Manager
    Assistant General Manager
    4 days ago
    $21–$25 hourly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Reports to: General Manager With a projected 1,000 cafes in the United States by 2030, Paris Baguette is one of the fastest-growing neighborhood bakery cafés in the world. Our vision is to reestablish the neighborhood bakery café as the heart of the community around the world. Paris Baguette's mission is to bring expertly crafted baked and brewed goods through a warm and welcoming bakery café experience that delivers joy to everyone. If you are someone who has heart, wants to spread joy, nourish community and is ready to rise to the occasion, we are looking for you to join our growing team! WHAT WE ARE HUNGRY FOR As the Assistant General Manager you will support the General Manager and help administer training. As Assistant General Manager you will support HR functions of the stores by helping with hiring, getting new packets ready for new hires, etc. Along with helping with the general duties of keeping Paris Baguette clean and running, can administer different tasks and duties to crew members. Overall they will contribute to maintaining excellent service, quality of products, and creating a high sales performance. KNOWLEDGE AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Support/Gathering information to develop store operation plans, • Help administer new product launching, promotions and seasonal events., • Order merchandise and ingredients., • Monthly inventory count through Excel., • Collect feedback for identifying local community and customer needs., • Learn and understand all company policies and provide suitable advice to employees., • Support manager to deliver any company wide communication to all employees., • Utilize WebPOS for measuring store revenue and operating performance, e.g. automated programs for work schedule, monthly performance report, quarterly business report, cash and product management program. ++Support Store Operation++ • Manage POS and credit card system during operating business hours., • Main contact for catering and special orders., • Daily inventory count., • Help manage deliveries and inventory., • Support simple repairs in the store such as equipment and furniture., • General substitute for Manager., • Regularly inspect store to assure standards are maintained at all times. ++Employee Management++ • Employee training: ensuring all employees are providing excellent customer service, being able to coach employees in a positive manner to improve., • Job delegation, enforcing duties as assigned., • Creating employee work schedule for final review by General Manager., • Issuing refunds for customers., • Initial claim issues, being able to report it to the right department., • Monitor, report, and take action on any incidents that occur., • Quality Control, Health Inspection, Inspection Checklist WHAT YOU NEED TO HAVE • Minimum High School Diploma/GED or Some College, • 2-4 year of food handling experience., • Ability to work weekends and holidays., • Detail oriented with excellent organizational skills and verbal and written communication skill, • Able to lift up to 50 lbs., • Time management, ability to prioritize., • Proficient on Point of Sale systems, currently Toast. Understand the importance of cash handling and accuracy of transactions., • Flexible, adaptive, upbeat, open and visible management style, with a successful record of accomplishment of managing senior operations leaders across a large geographically decentralized portfolio., • Passion for people! Dynamic and engaged leader who has a passion for empowering, inspiring, motivating & developing team members., • Exceptional organizational and communication skills with the ability to effectively balance priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced, ever-changing, and highly entrepreneurial environment., • Feedback is a gift! Ability to provide construction feedback and recognition to every member of the organization, to ensure we have an open and transparent culture of high performance standards., • High emotional intelligence with the ability to work with, and manage diverse teams by being highly empathetic, intuitive, self-motivated and driven., • Teams Win! Has to be a team player who fosters a collaborative and engaged teamwork environment., • Being a Brand Ambassador, with an excellent knowledge of and commitment to Paris Baguette's Mission, Vision, Brand Values and Culture. SWEET BENEFITS • Flexible work schedule, • Competitive compensation, • Discounted meals during your shift, • Free Cake for your Birthday, • Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

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  • Food Production Worker (Lead position)
    Food Production Worker (Lead position)
    10 days ago
    $20–$25 hourly
    Full-time
    Bensonhurst, Brooklyn

    We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Food Production Worker to take on a Lead position within our bakery production team. This role is crucial for ensuring the efficient and high-quality production of our baked and fried goods, while guiding and supporting fellow team members. Key Responsibilities: • Lead and supervise a team of food production workers, overseeing daily operations and ensuring production schedules are met., • Prepare dough daily specifically cannoli shells and chips., • Train new team members on production techniques, equipment operation, and company procedures., • Prepare ingredients and operate various bakery equipment, including mixers, ovens, and other production machinery., • Ensure all products are prepared and baked according to established recipes, quality standards, and food safety regulations., • Monitor product quality throughout the production process, identifying and addressing any deviations., • Assist with packaging, labeling, and organizing finished goods for distribution., • Maintain a clean, sanitized, and organized work environment in compliance with health and safety standards., • Troubleshoot minor equipment issues and report major malfunctions to management., • Coordinate with other departments to ensure a smooth flow of production and inventory management., • Promote a positive and productive team atmosphere, fostering collaboration and adherence to best practices. Qualifications: • Proven experience in food production, with a significant portion in a bakery or similar food manufacturing environment., • Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience in a production setting., • Strong understanding of food safety principles (HACCP, GMPs) and hygiene standards., • Ability to operate and maintain a variety of production machinery safely and efficiently., • Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills., • Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to product quality and consistency., • Ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and work in a fast-paced environment., • High school diploma or equivalent is required; relevant certifications are a plus., • Must possess valid work authorization., • Must be available FULL TIME and able to work 40 hours minimum per week.

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  • Cashier/Barista
    Cashier/Barista
    4 days ago
    $17–$17.5 hourly
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Reports to: General Manager With a projected 1,000 cafes in the United States by 2030, Paris Baguette is one of the fastest-growing neighborhood bakery cafés in the world. Our vision is to reestablish the neighborhood bakery café as the heart of the community around the world. Paris Baguette's mission is to bring expertly crafted baked and brewed goods through a warm and welcoming bakery café experience that delivers joy to everyone. If you are someone who has heart, wants to spread joy, nourish community and is ready to rise to the occasion, we are looking for you to join our growing team! WHAT WE ARE HUNGRY FOR Our Retailers are brand ambassadors who genuinely love our food, love our brand and are customer obsessed! They pay attention to our guests, to their role, to detail and to our product quality. They are happy to see you and happier to serve you! Our Retailers bring a smile to your face because we believe the world needs more moments of joy. KNOWLEDGE AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Providing excellent customer service to all customers that come into the establishment or call for orders following Paris Baguette's high standard of excellence, • Check quality of all the products for displays and organize rotation of displays for all pastries and desserts, • Make beverages on the basis and demand during operating business hours and prepare coffee, • Always keep all areas of the store clean while operating during business hours, • Refill and organize all pasties and beverages on display, • Work with a high sense of urgency, honesty, integrity, and as efficiently as possible., • Assisting guests with any inquiries and educating guests on menu items and any special promotions, • Operate POS system (Toast) and perform tasks such as cash handling and credit card processing with attention to accuracy, • Openness to learn about our quality products, specialty menu items, and coffee, • Pay attention to guests and greet guests by making eye contact, smiling and spreading joy!, • Understanding the guest is the center of it all, • Answering questions and assisting guests with order decisions and processes, • Knowing how to suggestively sell to enhance the guest experience and increasing sales, • Always happy to help! Our retailers want our guests and their fellow team members to feel comfortable and welcome coming to us for assistance. Smiling, spreading joy and being positive with every interaction are non-negotiables, • Working specific stations, as needed: * Barista – As a part of our mission, the barista is crucial role in creating expertly crafted brewed goods for our guests, of the highest quality, delivering joy to everyone!, • POS – Directly interacting with our guests, creating a warm and welcoming bakery café experience, delivering joy to everyone. Additional focal points of this station are packaging pastries to standard, suggesting made to order beverages, and inviting guests to return., • Greeter – Where applicable, the greeter is responsible for offering a warm welcome to our guests and directing them to the appropriate area., • Merchandiser – The merchandiser is a master at work, reinforcing the delectable charm of the bakery display. The merchandiser continually focuses on re-stocking product in all areas of the café, ensuring the displays are aesthetically pleasing and bountiful!, • Pick-Up Specialist – The specialist focuses on spreading joy to our guests by ensuring all pickup and delivery orders are prepared, packaged, and fulfilled in a timely manner. This individual assists with fulfilling our mission by delivering joy to everyone! WHAT YOU NEED TO HAVE • Minimum of 1-2 years of Retail, Customer Service and food handling experience, preferred., • Minimum High School Diploma/GED or Some College, preferred., • Ability to work weekends and holidays., • Positive and passionate attitude!, • High sense of integrity and ownership., • Basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide)., • Able to lift up to 25 lbs., • Time management, ability to prioritize and follow direction., • Adherence to food safety guidelines., • Proficient on Point of Sale systems, currently Toast. Understand the importance of cash handling and accuracy of transactions., • Feedback is a gift! We can only learn, grow and improve our service if we hear and understand what it is our customers are telling us., • High emotional intelligence with the ability to work with diverse teams by being highly empathetic, intuitive, self-motivated and driven., • Teams Win! Has to be a team player who fosters a collaborative and engaged environment., • Being a Brand Ambassador, with an excellent knowledge of and commitment to Paris Baguette's Mission, Vision, Brand Values and Culture. SWEET BENEFITS • Flexible work schedule, • Competitive compensation, • Eligible for tips upon completion of training!, • Discounted meals during your shift, • Free Cake for your Birthday, • Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits for full time employee

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  • Office Assistant
    Office Assistant
    18 days ago
    $19–$21 hourly
    Full-time
    Bensonhurst, Brooklyn

    Cannoli Plus is looking for a detail-oriented and organized Office Assistant to join our team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring the smooth operation of our administrative functions, supporting our bakery and store operations. Responsibilities: • Provide comprehensive administrative support, including data entry, filing, scanning, and managing correspondence., • Answer and direct phone calls, taking messages and providing information as needed., • Greet visitors and maintain a professional and welcoming front office environment., • Assist with basic bookkeeping tasks, such as processing invoices, tracking expenses, and managing receipts., • Manage office supplies inventory and place orders as necessary., • Support the team with various operational tasks, which may include coordinating deliveries, assisting with inventory management, and handling customer inquiries., • Maintain an organized and efficient office space., • Handle incoming and outgoing mail and packages. Qualifications: • Proven experience in an office assistant or administrative support role., • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)., • Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively., • Strong verbal and written communication skills., • High level of attention to detail and accuracy., • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment., • High school diploma or equivalent; a post-secondary qualification is a plus., • Must possess valid work authorization.

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  • Sales Associate / Baker
    Sales Associate / Baker
    1 month ago
    $16–$17 hourly
    Part-time
    Downtown Brooklyn, Brooklyn

    We pride ourselves on quality, creativity, and exceptional customer service. We’re looking for a motivated Sales Associate/Baker to join our team and contribute to our vibrant bakery environment. As a Sales Associate/Baker, you will play a dual role. You will assist customers in our bakery, providing excellent service and helping with sales, while also participating in the baking process. This role requires both front-of-house and back-of-house responsibilities, ensuring that our customers have a pleasant experience and that our baked goods meet the highest standards. Key Responsibilities: Sales Associate Duties: Greet and assist customers in a friendly and professional manner. Provide information about products, ingredients, and specials. Handle sales transactions accurately and efficiently. Maintain cleanliness and organization of the sales floor. Restock shelves and display cases as needed. Address customer inquiries and resolve any issues or complaints. Promote bakery products and specials to drive sales. Maintain knowledge of current promotions and sales events. Baker Duties: Prepare, mix, and bake a variety of bakery products, including bread, pastries, cakes, and cookies. Follow recipes and adhere to production schedules. Ensure all baked goods are of high quality and visually appealing. Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering supplies. Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment, following all health and safety regulations. Operate and clean bakery equipment. Assist in developing new recipes and products. Qualifications: Previous experience in a bakery or food service environment is preferred but not required. Basic knowledge of baking techniques and ingredients. Strong customer service skills with the ability to engage with a diverse clientele. Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Good organizational skills and attention to detail. Flexibility to work various shifts, including early mornings, weekends, and holidays. Physical stamina to stand for long periods and lift heavy items. Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Basic math skills for handling cash and processing transactions. Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team. Creative problem-solving skills and a positive attitude.

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  • Team Member (Retail)
    Team Member (Retail)
    2 months ago
    $16–$18.25 hourly
    Part-time
    East Rutherford

    Ron at bangcookies dot com if interested 🍪 Bang Cookies Team Member East Rutherford, NJJoin the Team At Bang Cookies, we're looking for great people—not just great employees. We want team members who are dependable, positive, hardworking, and genuinely enjoy creating great experiences for customers. Experience is preferred, but attitude, reliability, and a willingness to learn matter most. If you're looking for a fast-paced environment, a supportive team, and an opportunity to grow with a company, we'd love to hear from you. What You'll Do As a Bang Cookies Team Member, you'll be trained in all aspects of store operations, including: 🍪 Baking cookies ☕ Preparing drinks and beverages 🙋 Providing exceptional customer service 💬 Recommending products and upselling when appropriate 💻 Using our POS system and handling transactions 📦 Completing prep work and assisting with inventory 🧹 Keeping the store clean, organized, and guest-ready 🤝 Working closely with fellow team members 🔑 Assisting with opening and closing duties What We're Looking For ✔ 18 years of age or older ✔ Friendly, outgoing, and customer-focused ✔ Dependable and punctual ✔ Strong work ethic and positive attitude ✔ Willingness to learn and take initiative ✔ Team player who enjoys working with others ✔ Open and flexible availability preferred ✔ Food service, bakery, café, or retail experience is a plus, but not required Available Positions Part-Time & Full-Time Opening Shifts Available Closing Shifts Available Perks & Benefits Benefits may vary based on employment status. ⭐ Competitive Pay ⭐ Flexible Scheduling ⭐ 401(k) ⭐ Paid Time Off (PTO) ⭐ Sick Time ⭐ 50% Employee Discount ⭐ Growth Opportunities Why Bang Cookies? Because we're building more than a cookie shop. We're building a team of people who care about their work, support one another, and take pride in creating an experience customers love. We can teach the job—we're looking for people who bring the right energy. Think you'd be a great fit? We'd love to meet you.

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