Bacio di Latte is growing and we are adding an Project Management Assistant to our dynamic team.
Bacio di Latte is a family owned, high-end gelato shop, making fresh authentic Italian gelato every day in house. Established in 2011, Bacio di Latte has over 190+ stores in Brazil and 9 shops throughout Southern California, and we are growing at a rapid pace. We will open 9 additional stores by the end of 2025 and 8+ stores in 2026.
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Assistant Project Manager - Real Estate Expansion to join our team at Bacio di Latte. This role will assist in the coordination of new Gelato Shop location build outs, ensuring that each project is completed on time, within scope, and within budget. The ideal candidate brings 1+ year experience as an Assistant Project Manager or Intern in Construction/Expansion, preferably in retail or hospitality, with exceptional organizational skills, time management, attention to detail and tech savvy. This role is 100% ONSITE at our Marina del Rey Headquarters and will travel onsite to our Los Angeles & OC shops. Must currently reside in Los Angeles.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the Project Manager in planning and executing new Gelato store openings
- Coordinate with contractors, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure smooth project execution
- Monitor project progress and alert any issues that arise
- Maintain project documentation, including timelines, budgets, and reports
- Ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements
- Conduct site visits to monitor progress and quality of work when needed
- Ensure that all necessary documentation for the opening is issued
- Support the Project Manager in conducting meetings and providing updates to stakeholders
- Help in the development and implementation of project management processes and best practices
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field
- 6 months - 1+ year experience as an Assistant Project Manager -OR- Project Management Intern in Construction/Expansion, preferably in retail or hospitality
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel - Asana or Trello a plus
- Project planning and execution - Budget Management a plus
- Must currently reside in Los Angeles, CA - This role is 100% onsite in Marina del Rey, CA and will travel onsite to our Los Angeles & OC shops
Skills and Competencies
- High attention to detail, organizational skills and multitasking skills
- Strong creative problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to challenges
- Excellent time management skills
- Ability to take ownership of tasks and deliver results independently.
- A love of Gelato.
Benefits
- Company in growth stage with major growth opportunity
- Professional development and career path
- Health, Dental and Vision benefits and PTO
- Contribute to the incredible growth of an iconic Italian gelato brand
- Great company culture that fosters a friendly, collaborative and dynamic work environment
If you have 1+ year experience as Assistant Project Manager or Intern in Construction/Expansion in retail or hospitality, strong organizational and multitasking skills, and are eager to learn and grow, we would love to hear from you. Passion for gelato is a plus.
Salary range for this role is $52,000 - $56,000. Compensation is commensurate with experience.