Assistant Manager - Bakery and Cafe

Paris Baguette Rockaway; Mount Hope (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Bonus based on performance

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Job summary

Paris Baguette Rockaway is looking for an enthusiastic Assistant Manager to help lead our bakery and café team in Rockaway, NJ. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your leadership career in a warm, fast-paced environment where fresh-baked goods and exceptional customer experiences are at the heart of everything we do.

As Assistant Manager, you will support the Store Manager in daily operations, coach and motivate staff, oversee product quality and presentation, assist with scheduling, manage

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of supervisory or management experience in a bakery, café, or food service environment.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and develop a team.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and sanitation practices (ServSafe certification is required).
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including mornings, weekends, and holidays.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Passion for baked goods, café culture, and delivering a premium guest experience.

Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager in daily bakery and café operations to ensure smooth, efficient service
• Lead, coach, and motivate team members to deliver outstanding customer experiences
• Oversee food quality, presentation, and freshness standards across all bakery and café products
• Assist with scheduling, staffing, and workforce management
• Monitor inventory levels, place orders, and minimize waste
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health code regulations
• Handle customer inquiries, feedback, and conflict resolution professionally
• Drive sales performance and assist in meeting store revenue goals

Job description

Benefits:

• Employee discounts
• Bonus based on performance
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

About the Role:

Paris Baguette Rockaway is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Assistant Manager to help lead our bakery and café team in Rockaway, NJ. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your leadership career in a warm, fast-paced environment where fresh-baked goods and exceptional customer experiences are at the heart of everything we do.

Responsibilities:

• Support the Store Manager in daily bakery and café operations to ensure smooth, efficient service
• Lead, coach, and motivate team members to deliver outstanding customer experiences
• Oversee food quality, presentation, and freshness standards across all bakery and café products
• Assist with scheduling, staffing, and workforce management
• Monitor inventory levels, place orders, and minimize waste
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health code regulations
• Handle customer inquiries, feedback, and conflict resolution professionally
• Drive sales performance and assist in meeting store revenue goals

Requirements:

• 1-3 years of supervisory or management experience in a bakery, café, or food service environment
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and develop a team
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Knowledge of food safety standards and sanitation practices (ServSafe certification is required)
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including mornings, weekends, and holidays
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Passion for baked goods, café culture, and delivering a premium guest experience

About Us:

Paris Baguette is a beloved global bakery-café brand known for its artisan breads, handcrafted pastries, and beautifully crafted cakes made fresh daily. Our Rockaway location is proud to bring that same warmth and quality to our local community, creating a welcoming space where guests keep coming back. We foster a supportive team culture where employees are valued, developed, and inspired to grow.