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  • Office Coordinator
    Office Coordinator
    1 month ago
    $17 hourly
    Full-time
    Constable Hook, Bayonne

    Job Summary We are looking for a reliable, organized, and detail-oriented Kitchen & Bath Office Assistant to support our designer with the day-to-day preparation and coordination of kitchen and bath projects. This is primarily a behind-the-scenes support position. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working with numbers, measurements, pricing, documents, and computer systems. You will help prepare cabinet pricing, estimates, invoices, schedules, and project information while also handling basic incoming client calls and messages. Kitchen and bath experience is a plus, but training will be provided to the right candidate. Responsibilities • Read and understand basic kitchen layouts showing base and wall cabinets, • Price cabinets from multiple cabinet lines based on layouts and specifications, • Assist with calculating countertop square footage, • Prepare estimates and invoices, • Double-check pricing, measurements, and project information for accuracy, • Answer incoming phone calls professionally, • Take basic client information and the reason for their call so the designer can follow up, • Send and respond to emails as needed, • Manage daily schedules and appointments using Google Calendar, • Create, update, and organize documents using Google Docs, • Maintain organized project files and paperwork, • File documents and keep project information up to date, • Assist with communication and follow-ups with cabinet companies and vendors when needed, • Help keep the showroom and office organized, • Provide general administrative support to the designer This position does not require providing design advice or detailed project information to clients. The primary role is to support the designer and help keep projects organized and moving efficiently. Requirements • Strong attention to detail and accuracy, • Comfortable working with numbers, measurements, and pricing, • Excellent organizational and time-management skills, • Ability to multitask, prioritize responsibilities, and meet deadlines, • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, • Strong teamwork and collaboration skills, • Professional, dependable, and responsible work ethic, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, • Professional and courteous phone etiquette, • Comfortable using computers and learning new software, • Familiarity with Google Docs and Google Calendar, Quick books, • Ability to follow instructions and work independently when needed, • Positive attitude and willingness to learn, • Kitchen & bath, cabinetry, construction, estimating, or office experience is a plus, but not required Why Join Us? This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to learn the kitchen and bath industry, develop valuable estimating and project coordination skills, and grow with the company. Pay: From $17.00 per hour Application Question(s): • what other languages can you speak?, • Willing to work Saturdays ?, • Are you comfortable working with numbers, measurements and pricing? Work Location: In person

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  • Instructor
    Instructor
    1 month ago
    $15.75–$17 hourly
    Part-time
    Irvington

    About the Position We are a newly established CNA training school dedicated to preparing students with the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to begin successful careers in healthcare. We are looking for passionate and knowledgeable CNA Instructors who want to be part of building our program and making a meaningful impact on our students. Responsibilities Teach CNA students the fundamentals of patient care, safety, infection control, communication, and nursing assistant procedures. Provide engaging classroom instruction and hands-on skills training. Demonstrate proper CNA skills and supervise students during practical training. Prepare students for their CNA certification examination and entry into the healthcare field. Evaluate student performance and provide constructive feedback. Maintain accurate student attendance, skills checklists, grades, and other required documentation. Create a positive, professional, and supportive learning environment. Follow all applicable state and school requirements for CNA education and training. Stay current with CNA practices, healthcare standards, and instructional requirements. Work collaboratively with school staff to help develop and improve our growing CNA program. Qualifications Current CNA certification and/or appropriate nursing credentials as required by state regulations. Relevant healthcare experience. Previous teaching or clinical instruction experience is preferred. Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills. Passion for educating and mentoring future healthcare professionals. Ability to demonstrate CNA skills accurately and confidently. Why Join Us? As a new school, you'll have the opportunity to do more than simply teach—you'll help shape our CNA program, establish a strong learning environment, and contribute to the foundation of our school's future. We value instructors who are enthusiastic, dependable, student-focused, and excited to grow alongside a new educational program. Join us in helping prepare the next generation of Certified Nursing Assistants.

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  • Retail Supervisor
    Retail Supervisor
    2 months ago
    $23–$25 hourly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    The Role at a Glance The Sales & Experience Lead helps bring the magic of the FAO Schwarz flagship to life each day, leading a team of associates in creating joyful, memorable, and one-of-a-kind moments for every guest who walks through the doors. This role is all about energy, presence, and people — coaching the team in real time, celebrating great service, and making sure the wonder and excitement of the brand can be felt across the entire floor. In a store where no two days are ever the same, this role thrives in the unexpected, leads from the heart of the action, and helps turn everyday visits into unforgettable experiences. Creating the Magic Lead the Floor • Set and protect the guest experience standard across every touchpoint on the floor, ensuring every interaction is warm, energetic, theatrical, and consistently on-brand., • Be an active, visible presence on the floor, conducting regular observations and providing direct, specific feedback that raises the bar for guest engagement, product knowledge, and service., • Manage guest flow and partner with the MOD to revise zoning in real time, adjusting floor coverage to keep things moving smoothly throughout the day., • Lead floor-level execution of special events, brand activations, and experience refreshes, ensuring your area is prepared, the team is briefed, and every moment lands., • Escalate guest feedback and experience issues to store leadership constructively and promptly, always arriving with context and a proposed solution. Lead the Team • Bring self-awareness to your leadership by actively seeking feedback, investing in your own growth, and adapting your approach to get the best from a diverse team., • Coach and develop a team of associates, tailoring your approach to bring out the best in each person and build capability across the full range of floor responsibilities., • Get new team members up to speed quickly during onboarding, ensuring they feel confident and supported in their roles from day one., • Recognize strong performance and hold the team accountable when expectations are not met, escalating people concerns when needed., • Embed product knowledge and sales skills on the floor, reinforcing the connection between great storytelling, guest engagement, and commercial results through practical, everyday coaching. Run the Operation • Own the daily zone chart, deploying the team across the sales floor to ensure coverage is always clear, balanced, and responsive to business needs., • Lead opening and closing routines, ensuring the floor is operationally ready before guests arrive and is properly set each day., • Maintain the readiness standard across your area of responsibility, ensuring props, costumes, product availability, and equipment are always guest-ready and that gaps are resolved before they reach the guest., • Oversee daily cash-handling operations, ensuring the team consistently meets standards so every transaction is accurate, compliant, and trusted., • Step in to support the Manager on Duty as needed, taking ownership of the floor, supporting the team across all areas, and ensuring the guest experience never drops, regardless of who is leading the shift. Drive Business Performance • Build a team where confident, natural selling is the everyday standard, and every associate understands their role in driving store performance., • Coach the team to read the room across experiences, demonstrations, and the sales floor, using product knowledge and selling skills to convert guest curiosity into purchases at every opportunity., • Use performance data, floor observations, and product knowledge to develop a clear point of view on how your area is performing and where the opportunities lie., • Share commercial context with the team regularly to ensure they understand how their engagement connects to results and where to focus their energy. Partner Across the Store • Collaborate with Visual, Operations, and Store Leadership teams to keep your area on-brand, well-presented, and aligned with daily priorities., • Partner with fellow Leads so the store operates as one cohesive team, sharing knowledge, aligned on standards, and covering for each other where needed., • Be the eyes and ears on the floor, surfacing guest insights, team feedback, and operational trends to store leadership so the right decisions are made., • Keep the team informed and aligned on events, business goals, and expectations so nothing comes as a surprise and everyone shows up prepared. What Success looks like You're doing well in this role when: • Guests leave the store feeling better than they did when they walked in, already thinking about their next visit., • Your area of responsibility is consistently running to standard, and the wider floor never drops when you take the lead., • The team knows what's expected, feels supported, and is growing in confidence, product knowledge, and hospitality instinct., • Sales targets are being met, and associates understand how their engagement drives results., • Shifts run smoothly: the floor is covered, the team is aligned, and guest concerns are resolved before they escalate., • When areas of responsibility rotate, the handoff is seamless – standards are upheld, the team adapts, and the guest experience never skips a beat., • You are the calm, trusted presence that leaders rely on and associates turn to, and your growth in the role is visible to everyone around you. This role aligns with Level M3 in our Career Framework and reflects first-line leadership responsibility, subject-matter expertise across the sales floor and experience areas, and growing ownership of team performance and delivery. It provides a strong foundation for progression into Assistant Manager roles (Level M4). What you’ll bring You don't need to be perfect, but you do need to believe that no moment is too small to be extraordinary. • 2+ years of leadership experience in retail, hospitality, theatre, performance, or experiential environments., • Experience coaching and developing a team through feedback and daily floor leadership, with the ability to flex your approach across different skill sets and responsibilities., • Strong presence on the floor and confidence making real-time decisions in a busy guest environment., • The ability to balance theatrical guest engagement with operational discipline and commercial awareness., • A genuine interest in toys, play, and what the brand stands for., • Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 25 pounds., • Flexibility to work days, evenings, weekends, and peak retail periods. Experience in experiential, flagship, or performance-based environments is a strong plus. A love of play is non-negotiable. This job description should not be construed to contain every function/responsibility that may be required to be performed by this role. Employees are required to perform other related functions as assigned. The Perks of Play Because Magic should be rewarding. • Competitive hourly pay, • Generous bonus structure, • Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans, • Paid time off, • Paid & Unpaid Sick Time, • Team member discount, • Commuter benefits, • 401k match, • Opportunities for growth, • Training that builds confidence, skills, and product knowledge, • A workplace that celebrates creativity, individuality, and joy Our Commitment FAO Schwarz is proud to be an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome to bring their full selves to work. We believe diverse perspectives make the magic stronger, and we are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive.

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