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  • Area Manager
    Area Manager
    2 days ago
    $90000–$95000 yearly
    Full-time
    Moonachie

    Job Title: Area Manager Reports to: Director of Operations WHY PARIS BAGUETTE? 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 leads with heart, thrives in a community-driven environment, and is ready to support franchise owners in building thriving café businesses, we invite you to join our growing team. Our values shape every interaction: • Have Heart: Take pride in every product and teammate, • Spread Joy: Make each guest's moment feel magical through our delicious baked goods, • Nourish Community: Help create the place guests—and staff—love to return to, • Rise to the Occasion: Lead the team to exceed every expectation WHAT WE ARE HUNGRY FOR As Area Manager, you play a critical role in supporting the success of franchise cafés within your market. You serve as a trusted advisor to franchise owners and their General Managers with coaching, guiding, and helping them understand and implement brand standards, operational best practices, and guest experience expectations. You drive performance by sharing insights, identifying opportunities, and reinforcing the systems and tools that help franchisees improve profitability, guest satisfaction, product quality, and operational consistency. This role supports franchisees in operating successful bakery cafés, not by managing their employees, but by equipping owners and operators with the knowledge, resources, and expertise needed to excel. WHAT YOU WILL DO Operational Support & Brand Standards • Serve as the primary operational resource for franchisees within the assigned market, helping them interpret and apply Paris Baguette standards., • Conduct regular café visits to assess product quality, brand execution, guest experience, cleanliness, café upkeep, and overall operational performance., • Provide guidance to franchisees on action plans that address operational gaps, opportunities, or compliance issues., • Assist franchisees in understanding product handling, food safety standards, sanitation protocols, and café maintenance expectations. Coaching & Performance Insights • Educate franchise owners and GMs on operational best practices, business tools, and systems that support café efficiency and financial performance., • Share data insights and dashboards to help franchisees monitor P&L drivers, inventory controls, labor forecasting, waste management, and sales opportunities., • Offer coaching, not direction, on how to build strong café-level leadership routines and consistent guest service culture. Training & Development Support • Identify common training needs across franchise locations and collaborate with the Training and Development department to support delivery of resources, workshops, or refresher programs., • Ensure franchise owners and GMs are aware of available training tools, curriculum, and onboarding guides. Guest Experience & Community Engagement • Monitor guest sentiment across assigned cafés and help franchise owners use feedback to improve consistency and service quality., • Support franchisees in developing local café-level guest engagement activities that maintain brand standards., • Provide guidance on managing guest complaints and executing recovery plans. Business Planning & Market Growth • Assist franchise owners in reviewing business performance trends and identifying opportunities to enhance sales, traffic, and profitability., • Support franchisees in developing and executing localized marketing plans aligned with regional strategies and brand direction., • Share best practices across cafés to help owners learn from each other. Compliance Support • Reinforce adherence to brand standards, food safety guidelines, and regulatory requirements through education and regular café evaluations., • Provide franchise owners with resources and direction to support corrective actions where needed. Partnership & Communication • Maintain strong, trust-based relationships with franchise owners, acting as their primary touchpoint for operational guidance., • Collaborate internally with cross-functional teams (Training, Marketing, Production, QC, Development, etc.) to ensure franchisees receive the support they need., • Support franchisees during new café openings, remodels, equipment installations, and other key operational milestones. Other • Ability to work varying schedules including weekends, holidays, and extended hours as business needs require., • Other responsibilities as assigned that support franchisee success and brand consistency. * WHAT YOU NEED TO HAVE • Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent experience considered., • At least 1–3 years of progressive experience in franchise operations, multi-unit retail, hospitality, or restaurant management., • At least 1–3 years of supervisory or multi-unit experience., • Strong understanding of café/restaurant operations, product quality standards, and guest experience fundamentals., • Experience with POS systems; Toast experience is a plus., • Solid grasp of inventory planning, waste control, and basic P&L understanding., • Passion for people! Dynamic and engaged leader who has a passion for empowering, inspiring, motivating & coaching operators with direct authority., • 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., • 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., • Love of travel! Ability to commute to all current market of locations, as well as proposed openings. 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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  • Area Manager
    Area Manager
    4 days ago
    $90000–$110000 yearly
    Full-time
    New York

    At NAYA, we're on an exciting journey - growing fast, sharing authentic, fresh and nutritious Middle Eastern flavors, and building a team that grows right along with us. We are looking for experienced, passionate Area Managers to grow with us! This is a unique opportunity to work for a people-centric company that will develop you internally. At NAYA, your development is our priority — we train, mentor, and promote from within because we believe our people are the heart of our success. If you're a natural leader who loves great food, thrives in a team environment, and is excited to build your future with a brand on the rise, we want to meet you! If you're ready to lead with heart, inspire others, and be part of something bigger, NAYA is the place to make it happen. How You'll Impact The Area Manager is responsible for leading, managing and developing our restaurant management teams and team members to ensure delivery of superior service and product, as well as both employee and guest satisfaction. This position is also responsible for the overall financial performance for their area's restaurant operations, including sales growth and maximizing profits by meeting budgets for food, labor costs and other controllable costs. The right person for this role is a proven leader and operator, familiar with high growth environments, skilled at managing a P&L, is an excellent communicator, sets a high bar for themselves, and is adept at developing talent. What You'll Do • Responsible for multi-unit operational and financial health, • Supervises their area's General Managers and assists them with:, • Coaching, developing and mentoring their managers and team members, • Driving 4-wall EBITDA while elevating the employee and guest experience through multiple consumer channels, • Building a bench and rolling out succession planning and growth initiatives, • Developing and maintaining an employee-oriented and guest-focused organizational culture emphasizing continuous improvement, high performance, collaboration, teamwork, and process improvements, • Interviewing, hiring, onboarding and training of all restaurant positions, • Responding quickly to changing market conditions and revising strategies accordingly, • Validating compliance with operational initiatives through auditing, training and performance management of their teams, • Jumping into hands-on execution within our restaurants to plug holes and staffing gaps as needed, • Reviews P&L reports monthly with their General Managers to ensure that key financial targets are being met and adjusted based on business needs, • Partner with the Human Resources Business Partner to set clear expectations, follows up and creates a culture of accountability for their restaurant operations teams, • Forecasts and monitors expenses of their General Managers to ensure company goals are met on a weekly, monthly and yearly basis, • Ensures the operations are in compliance with all applicable national, state, and local regulations and laws, • Responsible for reviewing and approving weekly payroll for their assigned stores, • Performs other related duties, tasks, and responsibilities as required, assigned, and directed Who You Are • 7+ years of restaurant management/leadership operations experience, • Experience with senior operations management across multiple states, • Bachelor's Degree or higher, • Strong project management, analytical and problem-solving skills, • Superior interpersonal skills and ability to earn trust and respect from colleagues, • Exceptional financial acumen, • Thrives in a constantly evolving, fast-paced environment You will love working at NAYA We believe great people deserve great rewards. NAYA offers a comprehensive and people-focused benefits package designed to support you at work and beyond, including: • Competitive pay and a bonus plan to recognize your impact, • Medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you healthy and thriving, • Commuter benefits and phone reimbursement to make life easier, • Employee discounts and free NAYA meals — because we believe in enjoying what we serve Growth opportunities at every level — we invest in developing leaders from within EEO STATEMENT Naya is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender (including gender identity or expression), pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, marital status, domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking victim status, ancestry, national origin, alienage or citizenship, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, or other protected status.

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  • Assistant Manager
    Assistant Manager
    1 month ago
    $66000 yearly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Locations: Upper West Side (10024) & Lower Manhattan (10007) A NYC Food Handler's is required Job Overview We are seeking a dynamic, service-driven Assistant Manager to join our team across two New York City locations. This role is rooted in hospitality—creating a warm, welcoming, and consistent guest experience while ensuring smooth and efficient store operations. As Assistant Manager, you will lead by example on the floor, inspiring your team to deliver exceptional service, maintain high standards, and foster a positive, guest-first environment. You will serve as a key operational leader, supporting staff, resolving issues in real time, and ensuring that every guest interaction reflects our commitment to excellence. Key Responsibilities Hospitality & Guest Experience • Lead by example to ensure exceptional hospitality is consistently delivered by you and the entire team, • Create a welcoming, service-oriented environment that prioritizes guest satisfaction and repeat business, • Handle customer inquiries and concerns with professionalism, empathy, and urgency, • Enforce company standards for customer service, cleanliness, and product quality Team Leadership & Support • Supervise, coach, and support staff during shifts to ensure smooth service and strong team morale, • Perform all responsibilities expected of a team member, stepping in wherever needed, • Cover shift call-outs when no other team member is available, • Ensure all staff adhere to uniform policies and health & safety compliance standards, • Support hiring, onboarding, training, and ongoing development of team members Operations & Store Management • Oversee daily store operations to ensure efficient, seamless service across both locations, • Serve as the first point of contact for operational issues and escalate to the Assistant Director of Operations when necessary, • Assist with opening and closing procedures, ensuring readiness and accuracy, • Enforce company standards across all areas, including cleanliness, drink quality, and overall store presentation Inventory & Compliance • Monitor and maintain store inventory, including paper goods, milk, pastries, and other essential supplies, • Oversee stock replenishment and organization to support uninterrupted service, • Ensure the store consistently meets NYC Health Department standards and regulations Financial & Administrative Duties • Manage cash handling procedures with accuracy and integrity, • Conduct bank runs, including obtaining change, making deposits, and cashing petty cash, • Support payroll processing and basic administrative tasks as needed Sales & Business Growth • Motivate the team to meet and exceed sales goals while maintaining a hospitality-first mindset, • Assist with merchandising and in-store initiatives that enhance the guest experience and drive revenue, • Support local marketing and promotional efforts to increase store visibility Requirements • Proven experience in a supervisory or Assistant Manager role, ideally in retail, café, or hospitality environments, • Strong leadership skills with a hands-on, team-first approach, • Passion for hospitality and delivering exceptional guest experiences, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; bilingual abilities are a plus, • Proficiency in POS systems, cash handling, and retail operations, • Experience with inventory management, purchasing, and basic administrative functions, • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities in a fast-paced environment, • Knowledge of health, safety, and sanitation standards (NYC experience preferred) Why Join Us? Join a team that puts hospitality at the heart of everything we do. This is an opportunity to grow as a leader, make a meaningful impact on both guests and team members, and be part of a collaborative, high-energy environment. We’re looking for someone who thrives on creating memorable experiences, leading with intention, and continuously raising the bar.

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  • Director of People + Culture
    Director of People + Culture
    6 days ago
    $135000–$150000 yearly
    Full-time
    New York

    At NAYA, we're on an exciting journey - growing fast, sharing authentic, fresh, and nutritious Middle Eastern flavors, and building a team that grows right along with us. At NAYA, our mission is to build genuine connections through the Middle Eastern flavors that nourish and inspire us We are seeking a highly strategic, operationally strong, and people-focused Director of People + Culture to help lead our next phase of growth. This role is ideal for an experienced HR leader who is approaching Vice President-level readiness and thrives in fast-paced, high-growth environments. You will love working at NAYA We believe great people deserve great rewards. NAYA offers a comprehensive and people-focused benefits package designed to support you at work and beyond, including: • Competitive pay to recognize your impact, • Competitive bonus plan potential, • Paid Vacation time, • Medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you healthy and thriving, • Flexible Spending Account, • Commuter benefits to make life easier, • Employee discounts and free NAYA meals — because we believe in enjoying what we serve, • Growth opportunities at every level — we invest in developing leaders from within Employee Assistance, Pay on Demand, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, and much more! At NAYA, you'll find more than a job — you'll find a community that values you, supports your goals, and celebrates your success. Position Summary The Director of People + Culture is responsible for supporting and managing core Human Resources and People + Culture functions across the organization. This role will oversee compliance, employee relations, compensation support, benefits administration, payroll partnership, talent acquisition, employee engagement, onboarding, performance management, policy administration, and workforce support. This individual will play an important role in ensuring operational consistency, supporting restaurant leaders, maintaining compliance, and helping create a positive and people-first work environment aligned with NAYA's mission and values. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, people-focused, operationally strong, and comfortable balancing multiple priorities in a fast-paced restaurant environment. What You Will Do Restaurant Operations Partnership • Serve as a primary HR support partner for Restaurant Leadership teams, • Partner closely with Operations leaders to support restaurant staffing, employee relations, onboarding, compliance, and team member development, • Support new restaurant openings through hiring coordination, onboarding support, workforce planning assistance, and market pay research, • Help ensure restaurants are staffed appropriately while maintaining NAYA's culture and operational standards, • Provide guidance to restaurant leaders on performance management, documentation, attendance, policy interpretation, and workplace concerns Human Resources Operations & Compliance • Support compliance with all federal, state, and local labor and employment laws, • Ensure compliance with NYC Fair Work Week regulations and other applicable scheduling laws, • Support HR documentation, reporting, audits, and recordkeeping processes, • Maintain organized and accurate employee records and HR systems, • Assist in implementing HR processes and operational standards across the organization, • Partner with Payroll, Operations, and other departments to support accurate and compliant people practices Employee Relations & Workplace Support • Support employee relations matters across restaurant operations and support center teams, • Conduct workplace investigations related to policy violations, employee concerns, harassment, discrimination, attendance, and behavioral issues, • Handle investigations in a professional, fair, unbiased, and confidential manner, • Provide coaching and support to leaders on progressive discipline, documentation, corrective actions, and workplace communication, • Help maintain consistency in the application of company policies and procedures across all locations, • Support a respectful, inclusive, and people-first work environment Policies, Procedures & Employee Handbook Management • Support the development, implementation, and maintenance of company HR policies and procedures, • Assist with maintaining and updating the Employee Handbook to ensure compliance and operational consistency, • Partner with Operations and leadership teams to communicate policies clearly and consistently, • Help create SOPs, guidelines, and people practices that support consistency across restaurant operations and support center teams, • Assist in reviewing policies and practices to ensure alignment with labor law requirements and company standards Compensation, Benefits & Payroll Support • Support compensation benchmarking and market pay comparisons, • Assist with benefits administration and employee benefits support, • Help identify competitive and employee-focused benefit offerings, • Partner with Payroll and Operations teams to support payroll accuracy and issue resolution, • Assist employees and leaders with benefit and payroll-related questions Talent Acquisition & Employment Brand • Support recruiting efforts across restaurant operations and support center functions, • Help maintain and strengthen NAYA's employment brand and candidate experience, • Assist with sourcing candidates, scheduling interviews, onboarding coordination, and recruiting process management, • Partner with Operations teams to support staffing needs and hiring initiatives, • Help create a welcoming and engaging onboarding experience for new hires Performance Management & Team Member Development • Support performance management processes across the organization, • Assist leaders with performance conversations, documentation, and employee development discussions, • Help support internal growth opportunities and career pathing initiatives, • Partner with leaders to identify employee development opportunities and staffing needs HR Metrics & Reporting • Track and maintain HR and People + Culture metrics including turnover, retention, hiring activity, staffing levels, onboarding completion, and employee relations trends, • Support periodic reporting and workforce updates for Operations and HR leadership, • Help identify trends and opportunities for operational and employee experience improvements, • Maintain organized HR reporting and workforce data Employee Experience & Culture • Support initiatives that improve employee engagement, communication, and workplace culture, • Help reinforce NAYA's mission, values, and people-first culture across all locations, • Assist with employee recognition, engagement activities, and culture-building initiatives, • Support programs that enhance the team member experience and promote retention Qualifications • 5+ years of progressive Human Resources experience, • SHRM-SCP preferred, • SPHR strongly preferred, • Experience supporting multiple HR functions, • Experience in a growth company with 30+ units, • Strong knowledge of labor and employment law and HR best practices, • Direct experience with NYC Fair Work Week law strongly preferred, • Experience supporting organizations with 500+ employees preferred, • Strong background in employee relations, compliance, onboarding, recruiting, and HR operations, • Restaurant, hospitality, retail, or multi-unit experience strongly preferred, • Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information professionally, • Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment with shifting priorities, • Proficiency with HRIS, payroll, and recruiting systems preferred What Success Looks Like • Supports Restaurant Leadership teams effectively and consistently, • Maintains compliance and strong HR operational standards, • Helps restaurants stay staffed and onboarded successfully, • Handles employee relations matters fairly and professionally, • Supports a positive, respectful, and people-first culture, • Maintains accurate HR reporting, records, and processes, • Helps improve employee engagement, retention, and overall team member experience

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  • Retail Assistant Manager
    Retail Assistant Manager
    2 months ago
    Full-time
    East Orange

    Join our dynamic retail team as a Assistant Manager of a 100 year old health food store. Become a vital leader in delivering exceptional customer experiences! In this energetic role, you will oversee daily store operations, manage a dedicated team, and ensure that sales goals are met through effective management, merchandising, and customer service. Your leadership will inspire staff, optimize inventory control, and foster a welcoming environment that keeps customers coming back. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your management skills while making a tangible impact on store success. Duties Lead and supervise retail staff to ensure outstanding customer service and smooth store operations Manage inventory levels through purchasing, stock replenishment, and inventory control to maximize sales opportunities Oversee cash handling procedures, cashiering activities, and POS (Point of Sale) systems to ensure accuracy and security Coordinate merchandising efforts including pricing strategies, product displays, and promotional marketing initiatives Supervise shift management, scheduling, and employee orientation to maintain optimal store coverage Monitor sales performance using retail math principles; analyze reports to identify growth opportunities and address challenges Skills Proven management experience in retail or health food store environments with supervising responsibilities Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate teams and foster a positive work environment Excellent communication skills; fluent or bilingual abilities are highly valued for engaging diverse customer bases Skilled in negotiation, purchasing, inventory management, and retail math for effective store operations Proficient in POS systems, cash handling procedures, and retail sales techniques including wireless sales where applicable Have a knowledge of natural supplements and herbs. Knowledge of merchandising, stock management, pricing strategies, and marketing initiatives to boost store performance Embark on a rewarding career path where your leadership drives success! We’re committed to supporting your professional growth through comprehensive training & development programs. If you thrive in family environments with a passion for retail excellence—this is the perfect opportunity for you!

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