Baker (NSO)

Les Jours International Corp.; Fort Lee (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Les Jours International Corp. is seeking a Baker (NSO) to support the successful launch of new franchise bakery locations in Fort Lee, NJ. This on-site role covers baking, cake decoration, and sandwich preparation, ensuring brand standards during openings.

The candidate will train store bakery staff, monitor product quality, and assist with inventory and initial orders. Proficiency in Excel is expected, with domestic travel for openings required.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years in a commercial bakery, pastry kitchen, or food service environment.
• Basic understanding of food safety, hygiene, and quality control.
• Willingness to travel domestically to support new store openings.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site operational support for new store openings across baking, cake decoration, and sandwich stations.
• Assist with decorating cakes and other desserts to meet brand guidelines.
• Support local teams in implementing food safety protocols and quality standards.
• Train and educate store bakery staff and kitchen managers on standard procedures and product quality expectations.
• Monitor product quality and report issues during the opening phase with actionable recommendations.
• Maintain a clean, organized kitchen and ensure equipment is used properly.
• Track and report store readiness, training progress, and QC metrics to HQ.
• Conduct inventory checks and assist with initial orders.
• Use Excel or similar tools for data entry and reporting during setup.

Skills

Baking

Cake decoration

Food safety

Staff training

Communication

Excel

Tools

Excel

Job description

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Baker (NSO)

Full Time Fort Lee, NJ, US

Salary Range: $50,000.00 To $60,000.00 Annually

Job Description

We are looking for a Bakery Operations Support Specialist to join our New Store Opening Support team. This role plays a key part in supporting the successful launch of new franchise bakery locations by providing hands-on assistance across cake, baking, and sandwich stations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide on-site operational support for new store openings across baking, cake decoration, and sandwich preparation stations.
• Assist with decorating cakes and other desserts to meet brand presentation guidelines.
• Support local teams in implementing food safety protocols, quality standards, and hygiene practices.
• Train and educate store bakery staff and kitchen managers on standard procedures and product quality expectations.
• Monitor product quality and identify any issues during the store opening phase; elevate concerns and provide actionable recommendations.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment; ensure equipment is used and maintained properly.
• Track and report store readiness, training progress, and QC metrics to the HQ team.
• Conduct inventory checks of ingredients and supplies during the opening period; assist with placing initial orders.
• Use basic computer tools (Excel or similar platforms) for data entry and reporting during store setup and opening.

Requirements:

• 0~2 years of experience in a commercial bakery, pastry kitchen, or food service environment
• Hands-on experience in baking, cake decoration, or sandwich preparation preferred
• Understanding of basic food safety, hygiene standards, and quality control practices
• Ability to travel frequently and support new store openings on-site (domestic travel required)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to train and support store-level staff
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment with varying tasks
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel or other data entry software
• Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, or weekends during store openings