Baker (NSO)

About the Role

Position: Baker (NSO) / Bakery Operations Support Specialist. Location: Fort Lee NJ. Job Type: Full Time. Our Client is hiring a team member to support new store openings by providing hands-on assistance across baking cake decoration and sandwich preparation stations. Annual salary range: $60000.00 to $70000.00.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site operational support for new store openings across baking cake decoration and sandwich preparation stations.
• Prepare and bake bakery items including breads pastries cookies and cakes according to company recipes and standards.
• 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 during store openings; escalate 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 quality control 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) for data entry and reporting during store setup and opening.

Qualifications

• 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.

Compensation

• Annual salary range: $60000.00 to $70000.00.