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California
San Diego
Baker, Cupcake Associates, Dishwasher (Downtown San Diego)
Date: 2011-03-13, 11:55AM PDT
Reply to: job-vxzzu-2263266623@craigslist.org
Heavenly Cupcake is looking for the falling positions.
CUPCAKE ASSOCIATE-Must have retail/restaurant experience. Must have open schedule (available days, nights and weekends). Must be outgoing, ability to work in a fast paced environment and take initiative. Must have a great personalality and be up beat.
BAKER- must have team player attributes, previous commercial baking experience or baking graduate, ability to work in a very fast paced environment and multi task, must have piping experience. ability to follow direction well and a love for cupcakes!
DISHWASHER-Must be available for 5:30 a.m. shifts and some afternoons. Must be able to work weekends as well...Must be very very fast paced and have previous restaurant dishwashing experience. Must speak/read English.
DO NOT apply if you do not meet the minimum requirements or if you will not show up for an interview or you are not serious about working.
Email resume, cover letter with position applying for and availability. No walk-ins or phone calls
San Jose
KARA'S CUPCAKES- South Bay Bakery Retail Manager! (san jose downtown)
Date: 2011-03-11, 9:43AM PST
Reply to: job-9gtpf-2259780389@craigslist.org
Sweet Opportunity at Kara’s Cupcakes for Bakery Managers!
Your opportunity is here to join the team of Kara’s Cupcakes, a highly successful company that creates the Bay Area’s best gourmet cupcakes. We are looking for a Bakery Retail Manager for our South Bay locations!
*This Bakery Retail Manager would be responsible for managing both our Santana Row, San Jose location & our Palo Alto location, working shifts at both stores on a regular basis.
If you seek a positive work environment built on strong values and principles this may be an ideal opportunity. We’re looking for an innovative team leader who has a passion for exceptional artisan treats, customer service and building sales.
Our ideal candidate is highly motivated, pro-active, and always ensures the highest quality. Candidates should have a minimum of one year of management experience in a fast paced, high volume, retail or food industry setting. Excellent customer service, communication, leadership and motivational skills, and a commitment to teamwork and quality are essential in this role.
Job responsibilities- 1-2 year’s management experience required
• Must be available all shifts including nights and weekends
• Strong labor and food cost control skills
• Ability to build sales through local area marketing
• Must be a great leader with the ability to motivate and train team members
• Excellent eye for detail with a passion for serving exceptional cupcakes
• Ability to maintain all company policies
• Experience in scheduling and inventory
This is a full time management position with excellent wage and benefit package. Please send your resume and salary requirements to the email address above.
Illinois
Chicago
Sprinkles Cupcakes - Cupcake Associate (Chicago - Walton/Michigan)
Date: 2011-03-11, 11:17AM CST
Reply to: associate@sprinkles.com
Sprinkles Cupcakes, the world's first cupcake bakery, is currently searching for amazing individuals who love to smile, to work in our bustling Chicago bakery! If you have a positive attitude, and experience within the hospitality industry, we would love to meet you!
• The Position: Cupcake Associate
• The Qualifications: Enthusiasm, Attention to Detail, Energy, and Experience in Food Services and/or Hospitality
• The Benefits: Competitive Pay, Daily Rewards for Outstanding Performance, Year-End Bonuses, 401(K) Plan and Paid Time Off for Tenured Associates, and a FREE Cupcake Everyday!
We promote from within and are expanding nationwide! Seeking full time applicants with a flexible schedule and a desire to grow!
Not familiar with us yet? Check us out at: www.sprinkles.com
Please email your resume and cover letter to the address above, and include "Chicago" in the subject line of your email.
Sprinkles is an equal opportunity employer.
New York
New York City
Sprinkles Cupcakes ...opening in New York and now hiring! (Upper East Side)
Date: 2011-03-07, 6:16PM EST
Reply to: job-cchea-2252846481@craigslist.org
The rumors are true, the much awaited Sprinkles Cupcakes is scheduled to open in New York City this Spring!
We are looking for amazing individuals who love to smile to work in our new bustling bakery! If you have a positive attitude, and experience in the hospitality industry, then we would love to meet you!
• The Position: Cupcake Associate
• The Qualifications: Enthusiasm, Attention to Detail, Energy, and Experience in Food Services and/or Hospitality
• The Benefits: Competitive Pay, Daily Rewards for Outstanding Performance, Year-End Bonuses, 401(K) Plan and Paid Time Off for Tenured Associates, and a FREE Cupcake Everyday!
We promote from within and have many opportunities to grow with the company, so those candidates seeking long-term careers in hospitality will be preferred.
Not familiar with us yet? Check us out at: www.sprinkles.com
To schedule an interview, please email your resume to the address above, and write "The Big Apple" in the subject line of your email. Also, attach a Cover Letter that includes your availability to work and the top three reasons we should meet you. Interviews will take place in March and hiring/training will begin in April.
Sprinkles is an equal opportunity employer.
Texas
San Antonio
Cupcakes Divine - A Cupcake Bar Now Hiring (Stone Oak @ 281)
Date: 2011-03-13, 10:19AM CDT
Reply to: job-rejsv-2262906272@craigslist.org
We are in the process of hiring for the following positions:
1 fulltime baker/cake artist
1 part time baker
1 fulltime shift manager (SM)/"Icingologist"
1 part time assistant shift manager
2 to 3 part time "Icingologists"
Icingologists are like a barista but for cupcakes. Icingologists ice/fill/top the cupcakes to the customer's request and at times run the cash register. We are a cupcake bar not a cupcake boutique. Internships for culinary/pastry arts students are also available, however these are not paid internships but, if you do well you could be promoted to full paid hired status at the end of your internship. Shift manager will assist owners in running the front of house activites. The Icinologists will answer directly to you if owners are not present. Food establishment management experience is mandatory for the SM position. We are looking for bubbly over the top personalities. Drama and performing arts students welcomed!
We also offer custom cakes as well, hence the need for another cake artist other than the owner. Must have fondant, gumpaste, modeling chocolate, airbrush, and 3D cake skills. Do not apply if you just finished a Wilton course. Visit our parent company website for skill level expectations: www.cakes-divine.com
Please submit a resume for the SM or baker/decorator positions.
No experience necessary for part time icingologists positions, we will train!
Shop tentative opening mid April to May 1st, however training will beging 1 to 2 weeks prior to opening, We do pay for training hours.
We only hire non-smokers. If hired, you must pass a drug screening and background check.
Confidentiality agreements are also a requirement of hiring.
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE! Submit inquiries via email only!
Washington
Seattle
Wink Cupcakes Hiring Part-Time Baker & Part Time Baristas (Queen Anne)
Date: 2011-03-10, 11:43AM PST
Reply to: job-m5375-2258188243@craigslist.org
Wink Cupcakes Part-time Baker/Decorator
Do you love Cupcakes? Attention to detail? Wink cupcakes is expanding and looking for experienced a baker who would like to work for a locally owned business that is serious about exceptional cupcakes,
You will be responsible for:
•Mixing batters and buttercreams
•Baking cupcakes
* Decorating Cupcakes for the store and various wholesale accounts
•Recognizing the flavor profile of all of our cakes and buttercreams and consistently monitoring both for taste and visual appeal
•Monitoring inventory and communicating needs to various team members
•Maintaining a neat and clean kitchen
Requirements:
•Positions may be part or full time depending on your experience and availability (20-40 hours/week)
•Positions require a flexible schedule to work early mornings , afternoons, weekends, and holidays (Must be able to work Saturday, Sunday & Monday)
•At least TWO YEARS experience in a similar position at a high volume café, bakery, hotel or restaurant
•Demonstrated commitment to high-standards and an eye for fine detail
•Ability to work eight to ten (8 - 10) hours on your feet
•Ability to lift 50 pounds
•Current food handlers permit
* Ability to work unsupervised and keep a strict schedule
Not Required but would be awesome if:
•You have completed a pastry program
* Cake decorating experience
Part Time Barsita
You will be responsible for:
* Selling Cupcakes and other merchandise
* Make and serve coffee and espresso drinks
* Scooping ice cream
* General customer service
* Opening and closing duties
* Use of a POS system
* Dishwashing
Requirements:
* Must have at least 2 years customer service experience
* Must have a flexible schedule. MUST be able to close on Mondays. Between 15-20 per week.
* Must have current food handlers permit.
* Must have experience in making pulled espresso drinks
Application:
Please submit résumé with cover letter via email referencing this position to
NO STUDENTS OR HOME BAKERS PLEASE!
Please, no phone calls or drop-ins
California
San Diego
Baker, Cupcake Associates, Dishwasher (Downtown San Diego)
Date: 2011-03-13, 11:55AM PDT
Reply to: job-vxzzu-2263266623@craigslist.org
Heavenly Cupcake is looking for the falling positions.
CUPCAKE ASSOCIATE-Must have retail/restaurant experience. Must have open schedule (available days, nights and weekends). Must be outgoing, ability to work in a fast paced environment and take initiative. Must have a great personalality and be up beat.
BAKER- must have team player attributes, previous commercial baking experience or baking graduate, ability to work in a very fast paced environment and multi task, must have piping experience. ability to follow direction well and a love for cupcakes!
DISHWASHER-Must be available for 5:30 a.m. shifts and some afternoons. Must be able to work weekends as well...Must be very very fast paced and have previous restaurant dishwashing experience. Must speak/read English.
DO NOT apply if you do not meet the minimum requirements or if you will not show up for an interview or you are not serious about working.
Email resume, cover letter with position applying for and availability. No walk-ins or phone calls
San Jose
KARA'S CUPCAKES- South Bay Bakery Retail Manager! (san jose downtown)
Date: 2011-03-11, 9:43AM PST
Reply to: job-9gtpf-2259780389@craigslist.org
Sweet Opportunity at Kara’s Cupcakes for Bakery Managers!
Your opportunity is here to join the team of Kara’s Cupcakes, a highly successful company that creates the Bay Area’s best gourmet cupcakes. We are looking for a Bakery Retail Manager for our South Bay locations!
*This Bakery Retail Manager would be responsible for managing both our Santana Row, San Jose location & our Palo Alto location, working shifts at both stores on a regular basis.
If you seek a positive work environment built on strong values and principles this may be an ideal opportunity. We’re looking for an innovative team leader who has a passion for exceptional artisan treats, customer service and building sales.
Our ideal candidate is highly motivated, pro-active, and always ensures the highest quality. Candidates should have a minimum of one year of management experience in a fast paced, high volume, retail or food industry setting. Excellent customer service, communication, leadership and motivational skills, and a commitment to teamwork and quality are essential in this role.
Job responsibilities- 1-2 year’s management experience required
• Must be available all shifts including nights and weekends
• Strong labor and food cost control skills
• Ability to build sales through local area marketing
• Must be a great leader with the ability to motivate and train team members
• Excellent eye for detail with a passion for serving exceptional cupcakes
• Ability to maintain all company policies
• Experience in scheduling and inventory
This is a full time management position with excellent wage and benefit package. Please send your resume and salary requirements to the email address above.
Illinois
Chicago
Sprinkles Cupcakes - Cupcake Associate (Chicago - Walton/Michigan)
Date: 2011-03-11, 11:17AM CST
Reply to: associate@sprinkles.com
Sprinkles Cupcakes, the world's first cupcake bakery, is currently searching for amazing individuals who love to smile, to work in our bustling Chicago bakery! If you have a positive attitude, and experience within the hospitality industry, we would love to meet you!
• The Position: Cupcake Associate
• The Qualifications: Enthusiasm, Attention to Detail, Energy, and Experience in Food Services and/or Hospitality
• The Benefits: Competitive Pay, Daily Rewards for Outstanding Performance, Year-End Bonuses, 401(K) Plan and Paid Time Off for Tenured Associates, and a FREE Cupcake Everyday!
We promote from within and are expanding nationwide! Seeking full time applicants with a flexible schedule and a desire to grow!
Not familiar with us yet? Check us out at: www.sprinkles.com
Please email your resume and cover letter to the address above, and include "Chicago" in the subject line of your email.
Sprinkles is an equal opportunity employer.
New York
New York City
Sprinkles Cupcakes ...opening in New York and now hiring! (Upper East Side)
Date: 2011-03-07, 6:16PM EST
Reply to: job-cchea-2252846481@craigslist.org
The rumors are true, the much awaited Sprinkles Cupcakes is scheduled to open in New York City this Spring!
We are looking for amazing individuals who love to smile to work in our new bustling bakery! If you have a positive attitude, and experience in the hospitality industry, then we would love to meet you!
• The Position: Cupcake Associate
• The Qualifications: Enthusiasm, Attention to Detail, Energy, and Experience in Food Services and/or Hospitality
• The Benefits: Competitive Pay, Daily Rewards for Outstanding Performance, Year-End Bonuses, 401(K) Plan and Paid Time Off for Tenured Associates, and a FREE Cupcake Everyday!
We promote from within and have many opportunities to grow with the company, so those candidates seeking long-term careers in hospitality will be preferred.
Not familiar with us yet? Check us out at: www.sprinkles.com
To schedule an interview, please email your resume to the address above, and write "The Big Apple" in the subject line of your email. Also, attach a Cover Letter that includes your availability to work and the top three reasons we should meet you. Interviews will take place in March and hiring/training will begin in April.
Sprinkles is an equal opportunity employer.
Texas
San Antonio
Cupcakes Divine - A Cupcake Bar Now Hiring (Stone Oak @ 281)
Date: 2011-03-13, 10:19AM CDT
Reply to: job-rejsv-2262906272@craigslist.org
We are in the process of hiring for the following positions:
1 fulltime baker/cake artist
1 part time baker
1 fulltime shift manager (SM)/"Icingologist"
1 part time assistant shift manager
2 to 3 part time "Icingologists"
Icingologists are like a barista but for cupcakes. Icingologists ice/fill/top the cupcakes to the customer's request and at times run the cash register. We are a cupcake bar not a cupcake boutique. Internships for culinary/pastry arts students are also available, however these are not paid internships but, if you do well you could be promoted to full paid hired status at the end of your internship. Shift manager will assist owners in running the front of house activites. The Icinologists will answer directly to you if owners are not present. Food establishment management experience is mandatory for the SM position. We are looking for bubbly over the top personalities. Drama and performing arts students welcomed!
We also offer custom cakes as well, hence the need for another cake artist other than the owner. Must have fondant, gumpaste, modeling chocolate, airbrush, and 3D cake skills. Do not apply if you just finished a Wilton course. Visit our parent company website for skill level expectations: www.cakes-divine.com
Please submit a resume for the SM or baker/decorator positions.
No experience necessary for part time icingologists positions, we will train!
Shop tentative opening mid April to May 1st, however training will beging 1 to 2 weeks prior to opening, We do pay for training hours.
We only hire non-smokers. If hired, you must pass a drug screening and background check.
Confidentiality agreements are also a requirement of hiring.
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE! Submit inquiries via email only!
Washington
Seattle
Wink Cupcakes Hiring Part-Time Baker & Part Time Baristas (Queen Anne)
Date: 2011-03-10, 11:43AM PST
Reply to: job-m5375-2258188243@craigslist.org
Wink Cupcakes Part-time Baker/Decorator
Do you love Cupcakes? Attention to detail? Wink cupcakes is expanding and looking for experienced a baker who would like to work for a locally owned business that is serious about exceptional cupcakes,
You will be responsible for:
•Mixing batters and buttercreams
•Baking cupcakes
* Decorating Cupcakes for the store and various wholesale accounts
•Recognizing the flavor profile of all of our cakes and buttercreams and consistently monitoring both for taste and visual appeal
•Monitoring inventory and communicating needs to various team members
•Maintaining a neat and clean kitchen
Requirements:
•Positions may be part or full time depending on your experience and availability (20-40 hours/week)
•Positions require a flexible schedule to work early mornings , afternoons, weekends, and holidays (Must be able to work Saturday, Sunday & Monday)
•At least TWO YEARS experience in a similar position at a high volume café, bakery, hotel or restaurant
•Demonstrated commitment to high-standards and an eye for fine detail
•Ability to work eight to ten (8 - 10) hours on your feet
•Ability to lift 50 pounds
•Current food handlers permit
* Ability to work unsupervised and keep a strict schedule
Not Required but would be awesome if:
•You have completed a pastry program
* Cake decorating experience
Part Time Barsita
You will be responsible for:
* Selling Cupcakes and other merchandise
* Make and serve coffee and espresso drinks
* Scooping ice cream
* General customer service
* Opening and closing duties
* Use of a POS system
* Dishwashing
Requirements:
* Must have at least 2 years customer service experience
* Must have a flexible schedule. MUST be able to close on Mondays. Between 15-20 per week.
* Must have current food handlers permit.
* Must have experience in making pulled espresso drinks
Application:
Please submit résumé with cover letter via email referencing this position to
NO STUDENTS OR HOME BAKERS PLEASE!
Please, no phone calls or drop-ins
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