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Breads Bakery - Union Square hiring Front of House Associate - All Locations in New York, NY

Front of House Associate - All Locations

Breads Bakery - Union SquareMore Info

18 E 16th St, New York, NY, United States
Full/Part Time • Hourly ($17.00) plus tips
Expires: Nov 22, 2026

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Required Years of Experience

0-1 years


Job Details
Breads Bakery is a New York bakery dedicated to producing handmade breads and pastries using traditional baking techniques, and providing our guests with an unforgettable experience. We believe a guest's first impression of our bakery should be accompanied by a familiar and warm welcome, and we're looking for just the right person to do it!

Breads Bakery is seeking enthusiastic, dynamic individuals to join our team as a front-of-house associate. We have position openings at the following locations: 

Upper East Side (1294 3rd ave) 
Rockefeller Center (1230 6th ave) 
Lincoln Center (1980 Broadway)
Bryant Park 
 
Responsibilities & Expectations:
  • Recognize the importance of providing extraordinary hospitality and exemplify this in interactions with guests and vendors alike.
  • Assist in all fundamental levels of the guest experience from answering product questions to point of sale.
  • Ensure proper inventory and quality are maintained- recognizing that every day presents varying needs and adjusting workflow to meet these needs.
  • Assist at other Breads Bakery locations as needed; ability to adjust and adapt gracefully to unexpected changes.
  • Maintain a clean, safe and aesthetically pleasing space in accordance with operations and sanitation guidelines.
  • Follow tasks as instructed by direct managers and shift supervisors, ensuring responsibilities are met and, when possible, exceeded.
  • Govern service recovery as needed with professionalism and sincerity.
Skills & Requirements:
  • Professional experience in customer service or relevant roles.
  • Background in hospitality and/or the food & beverage industry, preferred but not required.
  • Commitment to providing exceptional service and genuine experiences.
  • Remarkable communication and interpersonal skills, strong problem-solving aptitude, and ability to multitask.
  • Ability to work holidays and weekends.
  • For part-time associates, individuals must have availability for at least 3 shifts per week and must work at least 2 shifts per week.
  • Ability to safely and successfully perform essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards / requirements including meeting and qualitative or quantitative productivity standards
  • Ability to maintain reasonably regular, punctual and regular attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards / requirements
  • Compliance with all personnel policies and practices 

Compensation & Benefits:
  • Base hourly rate of $17.00 per hour, plus gratuities averaging $6.00–$12.00 per hour, resulting in average total earnings of approximately $23.00–$29.00 per hour.
    • Additional Pay: individuals who hold a valid NYC Food Protection Certificate (Food Handler Certification) are eligible for an additional $0.50 per hour.
  • Insurance: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance with 35-75% employer contribution (available to full time team members following waiting period)
  • Paid time off package
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer contribution
  • Access to commuter benefits, flexible spending accounts (FSA), financial wellness programs, mental health and fitness benefits, store discounts, and PLUM benefits

Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly ($17.00) plus tips

Estimated Weekly Tips: $9.00

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k, Commuter Benefits, Potential Bonuses, Dining Discounts, Wellness Program


Required Skills

Customer Service

Customer Service Orientation

Customer Oriented Mindset

Ability to Provide Extraordinary Hospitality

Adaptability to Changing Environments

Team Collaboration

Teamwork and Collaboration With Coworkers

Enthusiasm

Flexibility in Work Environment

Ability to Handle Stressful Situations

Sanitation Knowledge

Aesthetic Awareness for Maintaining a Pleasing Environment

Workflow Adjustment

Initiative to Exceed Expectations

Aesthetic Awareness for Maintaining Space

Ability to Learn Quickly

Safety Awareness

Proactive Problem Solving

Understanding of Health and Safety Standards

Attention to Detail in Maintaining Inventory and Quality

Aesthetic Sensibility

Willingness to Assist in Various Roles as Needed

Understanding of Food Safety and Sanitation Practices

Positive Attitude Towards Teamwork

Guest Interaction

Ability to Handle Unexpected Changes

Teamwork and Collaboration

Sales Skills Related to Product Knowledge

Work Ethic and Reliability

Customer Engagement Skills

Ability to Maintain a Positive Attitude

Understanding of Sanitation and Safety Standards

Willingness to learn and grow

Exceptional Hospitality

Flexibility in work schedule

Ability to Handle Service Recovery Professionally

Ability to Engage With Diverse Clientele

Dynamic Personality

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Inventory Management Skills

Positive Attitude Towards Work and Colleagues

Aesthetic Awareness in Maintaining Workspace

Collaboration With Team Members

Sincerity in Service Recovery

Conflict Resolution skills

Time Management

Ability to Manage Stress in a Fast Paced Environment

Creativity in Problem Solving

Ability to Manage Time Effectively

Responsiveness

Willingness to Learn

Ability to Follow Instructions and Meet Responsibilities

Ability to Manage Varying Workflow Needs

Ability to Handle Varying Workloads

High Volume Service

Commitment to Cleanliness and Safety Standards

Commitment to Company Values

Willingness to Assist in Multiple Locations

Adaptability to Unexpected Changes

Ability to Foster a Positive Work Environment

Positive Attitude Towards Work and Company Values

Understanding of Operations and Sanitation Guidelines

Work Ethic

Willingness to Assist in Various Locations

service recovery skills

Ability to Engage With Diverse Customers

Food & Beverage Industry Knowledge

Flexibility in Adjusting Workflow Based on Daily Needs

Flexibility

Capacity to Create a Welcoming Atmosphere

Flexibility in scheduling

Resilience in a Fast Paced Environment

Interpersonal relationship building

Strong Work Ethic

Attention to Detail

Ability to build rapport with guests

Willingness to Assist in Various Roles

Ability to Handle Stress

Service Recovery

POS Systems

Sales Skills

Organizational Skills

Teamwork

Customer Engagement

Inventory Management

Conflict Resolution

Customer Focused Mindset

Creativity

Adaptability

Stress Management

Ability to Handle Service Recovery

Cultural Awareness

Sanitation guidelines

Commitment to Cleanliness and Safety

Sanitation

Ability to Follow Instructions

Communication Skills

Positive Attitude

Cleanliness

Time Management Skills

Professionalism

Flexibility in Work Assignments

Communication

Ability to Maintain Quality Standards

Interpersonal Skills

Interpersonal Effectiveness

Ability to Work on Feet for Full Shift

Problem Solving

Ability to Lift 50+ Lbs

Multitasking

Availability for Holidays and Weekends

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Breads Bakery™ is a New York bakery dedicated to producing handmade breads, pastries and cafe items using traditional techniques. We are passionate and take great pride in our craft and products, selecting only the finest ingredients and, when possible, using natural and organic ingredients.

At Breads, we value the community established through our team, guests, neighbors and city; from our efforts to become a zero waste facility to our own rooftop bee hives, we always strive to improve in a meaningful way.

We are seeking curious, reliable and passionate people to join our tight-knit team!

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