Stew Leonard’s, a family-owned and operated fresh food store founded in 1969, has locations in Connecticut, New York, and New Jersey. Stew’s earned its nickname, the “Disneyland of Dairy Stores” because of its country-fair atmosphere, with costumed characters and animated entertainment throughout the store that keep children entertained while parents shop.

Stew Leonard's Management Trainee Program: Paramus Bakery Department

Full Time Hourly – Starting rate $20- $23 per hour

Introduction:

Join us at Stew Leonard’s and embark on a journey of growth and opportunity in the Bakery Department at our Paramus Store! As we continue to expand and open new stores, we are seeking talented individuals like you to join our team as future managers. Our Management Development for College Graduates program is designed to cultivate skilled leaders who are ready to step into managerial roles within Stew Leonard’s.

About the Program:

Over the course of 12 - 18 months, participants in our program will engage in a paid full-time position that offers structured learning experiences and training. You will immerse yourself in on-the-job experiences within the Bakery department, gaining extensive hands-on experience while developing technical skills, product knowledge, and a deep understanding of our values and culture. Through a combination of structured modules, classroom-style training sessions, one-on-one coaching, and mentoring with senior executives, you will learn about various aspects of Human Resources, Finance, Sales, and Marketing.

Requirements:

Associate’s degree or higher.
Prior Bakery Experience is a plus but not required
Minimum grade average of C, or better.
Submit an online application.
Must attach a resume including essays (250-500 words) for each of the following questions:
- Why are you interested in the program?
- Why are you a good candidate for this program?
Supervisor experience or equivalent.
Willingness to relocate, both for the program and/or post-graduation.
Flexible schedule to include opening and closing shifts.

If you encounter any issues submitting your resume or have questions about the application process, please reach out to Dan (dmiguel@stewleonards.com)

Don’t miss this opportunity to join Stew Leonard’s and become a part of our legacy of leadership and excellence. Apply now and take the first step towards a rewarding career with us!

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Stew Leonard's is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.

Stew Leonard’s began as a small dairy store founded in 1969 with just seven employees. Today, Stew Leonard’s is still family-owned and operated, but has grown to become a nearly $600 million business with more than 2,000 employees. The company has received worldwide acclaim for excellence in customer service and quality and was selected to FORTUNE magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work for in America” list for ten consecutive years. In addition to the headquarters in Norwalk, Conn., Stew Leonard’s has stores in Danbury and Newington, Conn., Yonkers, Farmingdale and East Meadow, N.Y and a food and wine store in Paramus, NJ. Stew Leonard's was dubbed the "Disneyland of Dairy Stores" by the New York Times, because of its costumed characters, scheduled entertainment, petting zoo and animatronics throughout the stores. The company has received worldwide acclaim for excellence in customer service and quality and is featured in two of management expert Tom Peter's books: A Passion for Excellence and Thriving on Chaos. In 1992, Stew Leonard's earned an entry into The Guinness Book of World Records for having "the greatest sales per unit area of any single food store in the United States."

Bakery Manager Training Program

Bakery Manager Training Program

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