What are the responsibilities and job description for the Executive Assistant to the CEO position at Golden Platter Foods, Inc.?
Launch Your Career with Golden Platter Foods!
Are you a recent graduate eager to kickstart your career in business, marketing, human resources, psychology, or a related field? Do you have a passion for food, a strong work ethic, and the drive to succeed?
Golden Platter Foods is looking for a highly motivated Executive Assistant to the CEO. This is not just an administrative role, it’s a unique opportunity to gain firsthand experience working directly with executive leadership, learning the ins and outs of business operations, and contributing to strategic initiatives.
If you’re ambitious, adaptable, and ready to grow, this role is the perfect steppingstone for your career!
About Golden Platter Foods
Golden Platter Foods is a third-generation, family-run food manufacturer based in the Ironbound Section of Newark, NJ. While we have a strong foundation, we operate with the agility of a startup, constantly innovating and pushing boundaries. With the expansion of our third production plant and the launch of our "Taste Awe" campaign, we are redefining the way people experience food.
About the Role
As the Executive Assistant to the CEO, you will play a key role in supporting executive operations, managing schedules, coordinating projects, and ensuring seamless communication between leadership and key stakeholders.
This role offers hands-on experience in business operations and strategy, making it an excellent career-building opportunity for a recent graduate looking to grow in business leadership and executive support.
Key Responsibilities
- Executive Support – Manage the CEO’s calendar, schedule meetings, and coordinate daily operations.
- Communication & Coordination – Serve as a key point of contact between the CEO and internal/external stakeholders.
- Project Assistance – Help track company initiatives, follow up on tasks, and ensure action items are completed.
- Meeting Preparation – Organize agendas, take notes, and assist in compiling reports for leadership meetings.
- Process Improvement – Identify ways to streamline workflows and enhance efficiency.
- Problem-Solving – Anticipate challenges, provide solutions, and help remove roadblocks.
- Confidentiality & Discretion – Handle sensitive business matters with professionalism and integrity.
Who You Are
- A recent graduate with a degree in business, marketing, human resources, psychology, or a related field.
- Passionate about food and excited about working in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
- Highly motivated, ambitious, and eager to learn.
- An organized, detail-oriented problem solver who thrives on making things happen.
- A strong communicator, comfortable managing relationships across all levels.
- Tech-savvy, with experience using tools like Google Suite, Microsoft Office, and project management software.
- Adaptable, proactive, and ready to take on new challenges.
Why You’ll Love It Here
- Launch Your Career – Work closely with a CEO and gain executive-level business exposure.
- Passion for Food – Be part of a company transforming the food industry.
- Growth & Development – Learn business operations firsthand with opportunities for advancement.
- Fast-Paced & Innovative Environment – No two days are the same; fresh ideas are encouraged!
- Work-Life Integration – We prioritize efficiency over long hours and believe in strategic work.
About Our CEO, Scott Bennett
Scott Bennett is a visionary leader with a passion for transforming food experiences. As the third-generation CEO of Golden Platter Foods, he blends innovation with tradition, ensuring that food does more than nourish—it inspires. With a background in Wall Street finance and over 35 years in the family business, Scott has led Golden Platter to become a high-growth, forward-thinking enterprise.
Beyond business, Scott is an adventurer at heart, a devoted husband and father who finds inspiration in the outdoor climbing mountains, exploring new trails, and skiing fresh powder. His relentless curiosity and drive shaped the culture of Golden Platter Foods, where innovation, quality, and passion go hand in hand.
Let’s Build Something Great Together!
If you’re a recent graduate looking for an exciting, career-launching opportunity with real impact, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply now with your resume and a cover letter explaining why you're the perfect fit for this role.
Join us in redefining the future of food!