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Whether you’re interested in bread baking, cafe service, pastry production, or kitchen work, we encourage you to use the form below to introduce yourself. Tell us a bit about who you are and what kind of work you’re looking for — we’ll reach out if a role opens up that seems like a good fit.

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Current Opportunities

Accounts Receivable & Administrative Specialist (Part-Time)

Location: Red Hen Bakery, Middlesex

Red Hen Baking Company is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented professional to join our administrative team approximately 14–16 hours per week (2 days/week).

This role is ideal for someone looking for meaningful part-time work that combines customer communication, financial administration, and operational problem-solving. We’re looking for someone who enjoys creating order, improving systems, and helping a growing business run more efficiently.

The ideal candidate is tech-savvy, enjoys learning new software, and can quickly navigate between multiple systems to solve problems and streamline work.

Schedule

  • Approximately 14–16 hours per week
  • Typically two days per week (one day must be either Saturday or Monday)
  • Some flexibility in scheduling for the right candidate
  • Occasional coverage needs may arise, but this is primarily a consistent part-time position

What You’ll Do

Accounts Receivable & Customer Accounts

  • Manage customer account records and A/R transactions
  • Produce and distribute customer statements
  • Communicate with customers regarding invoices, credits, adjustments, and account questions
  • Follow up on outstanding balances and support collection efforts
  • Build positive, professional relationships with wholesale customers

Financial Administration

  • Prepare bank deposits
  • Assist with cash handling and cash management processes
  • Enter invoices and maintain accurate financial records
  • Support bill payment and other accounting functions based on experience and training
  • Assist with payroll-related data entry and reporting as skills develop

Administrative & Operational Support

  • Respond to customer emails and phone calls
  • Enter and adjust customer orders as needed as coverage for Wholesale Manager
  • Order office supplies and assist with general office administration
  • Support occasional special projects

Process Improvement

  • Learn and utilize multiple software systems
  • Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce manual work, and streamline processes
  • Help implement new tools and workflows as Red Hen continues to grow

What You Bring

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
  • High level of technical aptitude and comfort learning new software
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills
  • Comfortable managing recurring deadlines and priorities
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and take ownership of responsibilities
  • Curiosity and a mindset of continuous improvement

Pay & Growth

Pay is $23–$26/hour based on experience, with growth tied to proficiency and consistency in the role.

This is a part-time position and is not benefits-eligible. However, Red Hen offers excellent perks – including employee discounts, free bread, retirement saving’s match, and monthly massage – and genuine flexibility to work with your schedule. Learn more about working at Red Hen here.

If you’re interested, please include a letter of interest and your resume below — we’d love to hear why you’re excited to join our team.

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