Executive Assistant To The Ceo

Executive Assistant to the CEO

At Kneaders we exist to serve and develop our people, provide an amazing guest experience, and work with and strengthen our communities. We offer unmatched work-life balance for our employees as all Kneaders locations are closed on Sunday. We are also closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas every year.

Kneaders is a modern neighborhood bakery. Our story began with traditional, European bread made with those three simple ingredients. After mastering old-world bread baking techniques, testing countless recipes, and developing a unique flour blend, our founders began baking our signature artisan breads in their hometown of Orem, Utah in 1997. We pride ourselves in developing and providing opportunities to our teams, delight our guests in a way that creates loyalty, and strive to strengthen our communities. We are looking for strong team members who are willing to do the same.

Reporting directly to the CEO, the Executive Assistant provides executive support in a one-on-one working relationship. The Executive Assistant serves as the primary point of contact for internal and external constituencies on all matters pertaining to the CEO. The Executive Assistant also serves as a liaison to the board of directors and senior management teams; organizes and coordinates executive outreach and external relations efforts; and oversees special projects. The Executive Assistant must be creative and enjoy working within a sometimes fast-paced environment that is mission-driven, results-driven and community oriented. The ideal individual will have the ability to exercise good judgment in a variety of situations, with strong written and verbal communication, administrative, and organizational skills, and the ability to maintain a realistic balance among multiple priorities. The Executive Assistant will have the ability to work independently on projects, from conception to completion, and must be able to work under pressure at times to handle a wide variety of activities and confidential matters with discretion.

Qualifications:

• Strong organizational skills that reflect ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detail
• Very strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders, including staff, external partners, and patrons
• Expert level written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated proactive approaches to problem-solving with strong decision-making capability
• Emotional maturity
• Highly resourceful team-player, with the ability to also be extremely effective independently
• Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion, be adaptable to various competing demands, and demonstrate the highest level of customer/client service and response
• Demonstrated ability to achieve high performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Forward looking thinker, who actively seeks opportunities and proposes solutions

Responsibilities:

• Completes a broad variety of administrative tasks for the CEO including managing an extremely active calendar of appointments; completing expense reports; composing and preparing correspondence that is sometimes confidential; arranging complex and detailed travel plans, itineraries, and agendas; and compiling documents for travel-related meetings.
• Plans, coordinates, and ensures the CEO's schedule is followed and respected. Provides "gatekeeper" and "gateway" role, creating win-win situations for direct access to the CEO's time and office.
• Communicates directly, and on behalf of the CEO, with senior leadership, staff, and others.
• Researches, prioritizes, and follows up on incoming issues and concerns addressed to the CEO, including those of a sensitive or confidential nature. Determines appropriate course of action, referral, or response.
• Provides a bridge for smooth communication between the CEO and internal departments; demonstrating leadership to maintain credibility, trust, and support with senior management staff.
• Works closely and effectively with the CEO to keep him well informed of upcoming commitments and responsibilities, following up appropriately.
• Provides leadership to build relationships crucial to the success of the organization and manages a variety of special projects for the CEO, some of which may have organizational impact.
• Successfully completes critical aspects of deliverables with a hands-on approach, including drafting acknowledgement letters, personal correspondence, and other tasks that facilitate the CEO's ability to effectively lead the company.
• Prioritizes conflicting needs; handles all matters expeditiously, proactively, and follows-through on projects to successful completion, often with deadline pressures.

Our Benefits Include:

• Career development opportunities - we are expanding
• Work-Life balance - we are closed Sundays
• Competitive salary
• Medical, dental and vision insurance for full time positions
• 401K plan
• Paid time off
• Charitable opportunities to give back

Job Type:

Part-time, hybrid position. Approx. 20 hours per week.

Travel:

Occasional travel may be required

Pay:

Up to $28.00/hr. depending on experience

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Paid training