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  • Senior SCM Coordinator
    Senior SCM Coordinator
    18 hours ago
    $75000–$85000 yearly
    Full-time
    Costa Mesa

    Reports to: Director of Purchasing 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 Senior SCM Coordinator plays a pivotal role in executing Paris Baguette's stellar fulfillment rates, seasonal product launches, and ongoing procurement initiatives. This position sits at the intersection of strategy and execution—bridging procurement, R&D, brand, finance, food safety, and operations to ensure every product is sourced, produced, and delivered on time and to standard. With a focus on operational excellence and speed to market, this individual will coordinate the end-to-end sourcing process, maintain supplier readiness, and ensure proactive communication across all stocking and distribution outlets—including Sysco OPCOs, Imperial Dade, 3PL frozen facilities, and regional delivery hubs. The ideal candidate combines strategic foresight with hands-on execution, excels in cross-functional environments, and brings sharp attention to detail. This is a high-impact role for a procurement professional who thrives in a fast-paced, growth-driven organization and is motivated by our brand's mission to bring joy through fresh-baked experiences every day. KNOWLEDGE AND RESPONSIBILITIES Distribution & Communication Coordination • Serve as the liaison between suppliers and distribution partners (Sysco OPCOs, Imperial Dade, frozen 3PLs), ensuring visibility and clarity at every stage., • Issue weekly updates on availability, substitutions, inbound timelines, and new product transitions to internal teams and distribution partners., • Collaborate with logistics to troubleshoot delays, reroute supply, or escalate disruptions impacting café supply., • Manage all supplier order guides to ensure standardization and compliance across North America. Vendor & Category Management • Manage national supplier relationships across assigned categories, overseeing pricing compliance, lead time performance, and quality alignment., • Partner with Quality Assurance and Food Safety to ensure supplier certifications, specs, and compliance documentation are up to date., • Support contract maintenance, pricing updates, and cost tracking for ingredient and packaging items., • Track new item setup, sourcing status, and supply chain activation from vendor onboarding through first café delivery., • Place purchase orders based on national usages, forecasts, and seasonality. Cross-Functional Collaboration • Partner closely with Brand, Finance, Culinary, and Operations teams to ensure procurement strategies align with marketing calendars and sales forecasts., • Collaborate with logistics and distribution teams for strategic planning, audit fulfillment, and coordinate national auto ship deployment., • Participate in procurement meetings to advise on sourcing feasibility, timelines, and cost implications., • Maintain accurate documentation for item set-up, supplier profiles, and promotional readiness., • Other duties, as assigned. WHAT YOU NEED TO HAVE • At least 5–7 years of purchasing or procurement experience in foodservice, restaurant, retail, or multi-unit environments., • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field preferred., • Strong knowledge of distributor networks (Sysco, Imperial Dade, 3PL frozen warehouses, broadline) and food category sourcing., • Exceptional organizational, communication, and project management skills; ability to lead timelines and track multiple deliverables., • Demonstrated success in cross-functional roles requiring alignment between supply chain, culinary, marketing, and operations., • Proficiency in Excel, ERP platforms (SAP a plus), and procurement software tools., • 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 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 • 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 Store Manager
    Assistant Store Manager
    19 hours ago
    Full-time
    Costa Mesa

    WHY WORK AT JOE & THE JUICE JOE & THE JUICE is a people-centric food and beverage company built around culture, not just juice, sandwiches, coffee, and much more. When joining us, you step into a high-energy community where the music is loud, the bar is your stage, and your personality matters as much as your skills. We believe in four simple virtues that shape everything we do: • Positive Attitude, • Inclusion, • Social Ties, • Growth For us, this means that when you choose a cup-half-full mindset, welcome people from every background, build real friendships across the bar by creating great guest experiences, and use every shift as a chance to learn something new — you become more than just a Juicer; like us, you continue to search and find purpose and meaning in what you do. From your first day, you'll be part of an international network of Juicers who support each other, celebrate wins together, and push each other to grow. You will learn by doing, move through a clear Moneyball career path, and be part of a company where most leaders have earned their stripes behind the bar (fun fact: over 75% of our employees started as Juicers!). If you love fast-paced service, music, people, and the idea of turning a job into a lifestyle, JOE can become a place to build skills, friendships, and a career that can take you across cities, countries, and roles. JOB SUMMARY As an Assistant Store Manager, you are responsible for assisting the Store Manager in the daily operation of the store, ensuring the highest performance possible in all areas within the operation. Jointly you will be responsible for adhering to market-specific legal requirements, company policies, cleaning, and compliance structures. You are expected to have a full overview of the store and lead your team members when your Store Manager is not present ensuring efficient workflows, great guest experiences, and high-quality products. Your overall success in this position depends on the degree to which all operational conceptual in-store requirements are followed in order to deliver best-in-class guest experiences turning regular customers into beloved returning guests. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Value-Based Leadership • Support the Store Manager in leading team members in alignment with the company Manifest and operational principles, • Provide guidance and support to team members to ensure a positive and high-performing store culture, • Demonstrate leadership integrity by aligning actions, decisions, and behaviors with company principles Employee Engagement & Development • Support the Store Manager in developing and motivating team members through ongoing coaching and in-store training, • Support initiatives that maintain and improve the store's employee engagement levels, • Encourage open communication and contribute to a collaborative team environment Guest Experience • Champion a guest-first mindset in all store activities, • Build and maintain strong guest relationships within the local community in alignment with brand behavior principles, • Contribute to increasing overall guest satisfaction and loyalty Operational Excellence & Compliance • Help maintain a safe, secure, and healthy work environment, • Enforce hygiene, cleaning, health, and safety standards in accordance with company guidelines, • Ensure brand standards and local regulatory requirements are consistently upheld Stock & Inventory Support • Assist in stock handling processes, including inventory counts and ordering, • Support inventory optimization to ensure cost of goods sold (COGS) remains within defined monthly targets Performance & Financial Contribution • Support initiatives to drive sales growth and optimize store profitability, • Assist in achieving company-defined financial and non-financial KPIs, • Monitor performance metrics and escalate opportunities or risks to the Store Manager as needed Qualifications • At least 1 year of experience in a leadership position with responsibility for team supervision, daily operations, and opening/closing procedures, • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust, resolve conflicts, and foster a collaborative team culture, • Demonstrates a strong ambition to grow into a people-focused leader and build a long-term career in management THE JUICE – Overview of your benefits and perks • Experience our brand firsthand with exclusive discounts and special offers available only to employees, • Access competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans designed to support your overall well-being, • Invest in your future with our 401(k) program, • Paid Sick Leave, • Grow your career with structured leadership training, educational support, and development programs designed to help you reach your full potential, • Compensation: $25.96 hourly plus tips Joe & the Juice is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We're committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome all qualified applicants — no matter your race, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, or background [NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY](https://tinyurl.com/joejuicenotice) ABOUT JOE & THE JUICE JOE & THE JUICE is a healthy fast-casual concept founded in Copenhagen in 2002; since then, we have grown to more than 500 locations across 20 countries and now employ more than 4,500 people worldwide. From day one, our ambition has been to prove that there should be no trade-off between taste and health. We serve high-quality, freshly prepared juices, shakes, coffee, and sandwiches in relaxed, contemporary concept cafés that combine convenience with distinct urban atmospheres. JOE & THE JUICE goes beyond products toward the full experience around the bar, creating a consistent universe for guests and Juicers in all our locations. We invest heavily in internal development through our Moneyball career system and a culture where most leaders, including C-suite, VPs, and directors, have started behind the bar. We continue to evolve our people-centric and sustainability agenda that is part of our Nordic heritage and our commitment to a better future.

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  • J-1 F&B program with Alila Ventana Big Sur
    J-1 F&B program with Alila Ventana Big Sur
    7 days ago
    Full-time
    Orchard Hills, Irvine

    Description of the Host Property: Alila Ventana Big Sur is a luxurious resort perched along California's rugged coastline, offering stunning ocean views and a serene, nature-infused escape. Set amidst 160 acres of forested hills, the resort blends modern design with organic architecture, emphasizing sustainable practices and intimate experiences. Guests can unwind in beautifully appointed suites and treehouses, enjoy fine dining, or rejuvenate at the world-class spa. With a range of outdoor activities, including hiking, yoga, and stargazing, Alila Ventana Big Sur is the perfect retreat for those seeking tranquility, adventure, and a deep connection with nature. Description of the Training: Gain invaluable skills and knowledge in the Food and Beverage department of a world-leading luxury hotel/resort through a J-1 hospitality internship or traineeship program at Alila Ventana Big Sur. During your program, you will receive training and mentorship from industry leaders in the F&B field as you rotate through different outlets on the property. This rotational program is designed to give you exposure to the international hospitality industry and give you the experience to excel in your career when you return to your home country. ITN & ODYSSEY All-Inclusive Program: Unlike most J-1 Program providers, a regional ITN representative will guide you through a streamlined registration process, thanks to ITN and ODYSSEY’s all-inclusive approach. ITN and ODYSSEY will be on hand to provide you with the very best personalized service from the time that you arrive in the United States until your departure from the United States upon completion of your program. Description of the Location: Big Sur, California, is a rugged stretch of coastline along the Pacific Ocean, known for its dramatic cliffs, dense forests, and sweeping views. Located between Monterey and San Simeon, it offers one of the most stunning scenic drives in the world, the Pacific Coast Highway. Visitors are drawn to its natural beauty, with landmarks like McWay Falls, Bixby Creek Bridge, and Pfeiffer Beach. Big Sur is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, offering hiking, camping, and wildlife watching, while its remote location and serene environment also attract artists, writers, and those seeking solitude in nature's grandeur.

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