Bakery Retail Associate

Please make sure you answer the two open-ended questions before submitting your application! This helps us get to know you, and your application will not be considered without a response.

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At Liv Breads, quality of service is as important as quality of product. The ideal candidate will have a genuine interest in hospitality; taking that extra step to ensure a customer is satisfied, and a love of great food and coffee! We are looking for team players who value treating customers and co-workers with respect and exude friendly service, and preferably those who have already worked in the food service industry.

Liv Breads has two locations - one located in downtown Millburn (the bakery and cafe) and within The Mall at Short Hills (retail kiosk). We are currently hiring both part- and full-time staff with priority given to those who have the flexibility to work at both locations.

Job responsibilities:

• Provide exceptional, professional, and knowledgeable service to customers
• Ring up customer purchases
• Pack customers' purchases
• Heat products according to guidelines and safe food handling requirements
• Maintain a strong level of cleanliness with a focus on 'clean as you go'
• Follow opening checklists to display product, set up equipment, package products
• Follow closing checklists to break down the retail area and clean the location
• Follow and comply with all applicable health and sanitation requirements
• Work as part of a strong team to get the work done with focus and joy!

Skills and qualifications:

• Ability to work in a team environment, understanding that hospitality requires flexibility, cooperation, and professionalism
• High energy and engaging personality; professional demeanor
• Ability to work on your feet for an extended period of time
• Ability to stay calm and focused during extremely busy service
• Available to work flexible hours that are required by the food service industry
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance
• Experience in a similar customer-facing position or food service industry is preferred
• Have a passion for delicious and quality coffee, breads and baked goods!

Liv Breads also offers a generous tip share program and food discounts to all employees, as well as health benefits, PTO, and a flexible spending account to full-time employees. Liv Breads offers a friendly, supportive, and flexible work environment, and opportunities for growth and training.

Open since August 2018, Liv Breads, with two retail locations in Millburn and Short Hills has built a reputation for quality and consistency of product and service. Our specialty is artisan sourdoughs, laminated pastry, and fresh and creative seasonal sandwiches and salads. We are looking for team players, enthusiastic to work in an expanding business focused on fostering a collaborative environment.

Liv Breads is an equal opportunity employer

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $15.15 - $15.50 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Shift:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift

Weekly day range:

• Every weekend

Application Question(s):

• What does hospitality mean to you?
• Please tell us a little about your availability. All positions are permanent - we do not hire seasonal employees.

1) Are you looking for a full-time or part-time position? 2) Can you work weekends?
3) Do you have any day or time restrictions? 4) Are you available to work at both of our locations - downtown Millburn and The Mall at Short Hills?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Food service: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person