Assistant Project Manager - Food & Beverage / Retail

Bacio di Latte, a premier Italian gelato brand known for authentic, fresh-made gelato and a luxurious customer experience, currently operates 22 stores across Northern & Southern California, with plans to grow to 35 by the end of 2026, including expansion to NYC & Arizona this year and many more beyond! We pride ourselves not only on our product but on the passionate people who bring our brand to life every day.

We are growing! This exciting growth has created an opportunity for an experienced Assistant Project Manager – Food & Beverage to join our dynamic team.

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Project Management with a background in construction management, specifically within the food & beverage or restaurant industry. The Assistant Project Manager will lead multiple construction projects from concept through delivery, with a strong focus on execution, structure, and accountability. They will oversee all phases of store build-outs, from pre-construction planning and site evaluation to permitting, execution, and final turnover. This ideal candidate brings 2 years Project Management experience in F&B, thrives in fast-paced environments, can manage complexity across multiple sites, and knows how to maintain full visibility and control using Asana.

**This role works out of our West LA/Brentwood, CA office 2-3 days/week and 2-3 days in the field depending on business needs**

Responsibilities

• Lead the full construction lifecycle: site readiness, design, permitting, construction, and turnover Manage multiple projects simultaneously with strict timeline control
• Own all project tracking in Asana — ensuring real-time accuracy and visibility
• Track budgets, change orders, and project performance
• Build and manage templates, timelines, dependencies, and dashboards
• Identify risks early and drive solutions proactively
• Coordinate vendors, contractors, and internal stakeholders
• Lead weekly project updates and executive reporting
• Build and standardize processes across all new developments

Requirements

• 4 years Construction Project Management in multi-unit food & beverage or retail
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong working knowledge of construction, permitting, and vendor coordination
• Experience with Asana or similar tools (must be comfortable managing projects digitally) Experience building project management systems • Experience conducting site visits and construction management
• Store opening or retail expansion experience
• Availability to travel

Skills and Competencies

Strong ownership mindset with ability to operate independently

Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills

Highly execution-driven and detail-oriented

What We Offer: • Opportunity to contribute to the incredible growth of an iconic Italian gelato brand • Competitive compensation package including full health benefits and PTO • Be part of a growing company undergoing massive expansion • Great company culture fostering a friendly, collaborative, and dynamic work • environment. • Professional development and career growth opportunities

Join Us!

If you bring deep construction expertise and a passion for creating environments that delight and shape memorable experiences, we invite you to apply. Contribute to the growth of an iconic Italian gelato brand as we expand across the U.S. — one beautiful store at a time!

***Not open to third party agencies***