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Thursday, May 27, 2010
Local--Jacksonville:

Meat Manager: Responsible for managing the Meat Department to maximize gross profits. This includes ordering and receiving, displaying and rotating meat, cheese, prepared food and seafood products, enforcing trim standards, ensuring the merchandising and rotation of products, complying with sanitation and safety standards, addressing member questions, handling special requests, maintaining meat cutting equipment, supervising Meat Department Team Members, ordering supplies, and conducting monthly inventories. Strong interpersonal skills, an attention to detail and prior meat cutting experience required. Prior supervisory experience preferred. Note: This position requires working in refrigerated conditions.

Meat Cutters: Responsible for cutting and preparing fresh and processed meat. This may also include receiving, merchandising and rotating product, assisting members, handling special requests, and complying with sanitation and safety standards. Strong interpersonal skills, and prior meat cutting experience required.
Note: This position requires working in refrigerated conditions.

To apply for any of these positions, please visit our Jacksonville location and fill out an employment application or e-mail your resume and cover letter to:
E-mail: ahogue@bjs.com

Orange Park:
Meat Cutters: Responsible for cutting and preparing fresh and processed meat. This may also include receiving, merchandising and rotating product, assisting members, handling special requests, and complying with sanitation and safety standards. Strong interpersonal skills, and prior meat cutting experience required.
Note: This position requires working in refrigerated conditions.
To apply for this position, please visit our Orange Park location and fill out an employment application or e-mail your resume and cover letter to:
E-mail: 304032.intjobpost.255@openhireresumes.com
Attn: BM/HP/MC125
Produce Specialist: Responsible for replenishing and rotating produce items; maintaining an understanding of quality specifications and expectations; keeping the produce displays and storage area neat and sanitary and ensuring all dated items are culled and rotated. Also responsible for providing quality member service including being knowledgeable on preparation, storage and seasonability of the produce. Additionally, responsible for unloading product from the trailer and placing it in the proper storage area, maintaining proper shrink and salvage procedures and performing other responsibilities as assigned.
Requires a basic knowledge of produce items, including their seasonal characteristics. The ability to work independently, strong communication and member service skills are also required. This position requires night, daytime and week-end availability
Glen Kernan Golf Club & Country is looking for a front desk attendant. They will be conducting phone interviews this week. Please e-mail resume to jmorgan@golfkernan.com

Location:
13190 Glen Kernan Parkway
Jacksonville, FL 32224
San Jose Country Club in Mandarin is hiring for AM Pantry and Pastry cook. They are looking for someone with formal training and who has been in the field for 2+ years. If you're interested please email resume to Lee.Francis@sjccjax.com

Location:
7529 San Jose Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32217
Via Michael Compton: Mrs. Kelly Culp (recent UF alumnus) sent me a message through facebook inquiring as to who I might know that would know of any talented interior designers looking for a summer internship possibility in Dallas, TX.

The firm is : http://www.emilysummers.com/

If so, please contact Kelly

kellyc@emilysummers.com
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Southlight Gallery downtown needs volunteers and interns. We're currently short on shift coverage and need a new graphics intern. Adding an intern to help with marketing and social networking would be a real plus.

Interested candidates should call Pam Zambetti at 553-6361.
The Apple Store in the St. John's Town Center has future openings for Creatives...and you can even apply online for future positions! I have heard that many more will be opening soon, so go ahead and get your application in. apple.com/jobs/us/retail
Monday, May 24, 2010
Janine needs a groom's cake and possibly a wedding cake made for a wedding on June 19. Please call her at 904-982-8924 if you are interested. She also needs a film student to film the wedding video. Please call her on the same number if you are interested!
Debbie Keck is looking for a student to prepare and serve a dinner for two to a couple on Amelia Island, either at their private home or aboard their boat. Date, location and menu TBD. If you are interested please call Debbie at 515-987-5286.
Friday, May 21, 2010
Culinary Students--if you are graduating soon and are interested in a career with Nordstrom, please see the link for openings and let me know once you apply online because we have a connection with them as well and I may be able to speed you through the process! http://about.nordstrom.com/careers/
If you are web or graphic and are looking for an internship, Advantage Design Group is looking for interns! Please have a resume and online portfolio ready to send and let Career Services know if you are interested! http://www.advantagedesigngroup.com/
Thursday, May 20, 2010
Graphic Design Freelance Job--Michele Demps needs a logo designed. Please contact her by phone or email--904-662-3062 or micheledemps@yahoo.com. As with all freelance work, please do not proceed until a price has been agreeed upon and a contract has been signed.
Native Sun is hiring! They are looking for cashiers with at least 6 month experience. If you're interested they ask that applicants apply in person.

Location:
10000 San Jose Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32257
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
Freelance paid video production job for Navy Hospital Substance Abuse Program--2 day event June 2 & 3, all day. If you are interested in shooting and editing event please contact Martin Howard at 904-542-4888 ex 144, or email him at martin.howard@med.navy.mil
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
Cady & Cady Studios is looking for full and part time photo retouchers--must be skilled with Photoshop. To apply, please send your resume and samples of work to Michael Mandella [michael.mandella@cadystudios.com].
Monday, May 17, 2010
vibha.hutchins@vibhahutchins.com

We have an opening for a summer internship. Interested students to
email resumes and portfolios for initial review. We have a few large
hospitality projects in India so this could be a great experience.
Will need CAD drafting and free hand rendering skills in addition to
other computor skills, materials library updates, resourcing new
materials, FF&E. Great opportunity for a bright and hardworking
talented individual to learn how large scale projects are handled
internationally. Please call if additional information is required.
Vibha Hutchins, ASID, LEED AP, GREEN PURCHASING AP
A new store is opening in the Avenues mall! Charming Charlie will be opening in June!They are taking applications at the job fair on May 18th between 2-6pm!!

Website:
http://www.charmingcharlie.com/careers.aspx
The Loop Pizza Grill in San Marco is hiring. They are looking for full or part time employees; experience in customer service or food prep isn't required. Thay ask that all interested applicants apply in store between 3-5pm Monday-Thursday.They will be taking applications until May 20th.

Location:
2014 San Marco Blvd
Jacksonville, Fl 32207
Culinary Student needed to cook omelettes for a late-night post-prom event this coming Saturday, May 22 (from 1 AM to 2 PM). Client will do all the shopping--they just need a student to come in and prepare, and will consider other menu ideas like crepes if the student is interested. Please contact Cindy Durden at 904-434-2005, and, as with any freelance job, make sure that you discuss fees up front and that you have a signed contract before proceeding.
E-commerce website needed. Create and possibly maintain. Please contact Myralyn Miller at 904-537-3629 or myslp@comcast.net if you are interested. Please, as with any other feelance job, make sure you discuss fees upfront and do not proceed with any work unless you have a contract!
PART-TIME JOB OPPORTUNITY!
Resident Assistant
- plan and organize social and - be an invaluable asset to your fellow
educational events AiJX peers

- gain leadership &interpersonal skills

- rent-free housing (RA lives on-site - stipend 15 hours @ $7.25 per hour
at Bentley Green Apartments)


Department: Residential Life and Housing
Reports to: Residence Life Coordinator
Duration of Position: One-Year (June 21, 2010 – June 20, 2011)


Qualifications:
1) Enrolled at the Art Institute of Jacksonville
2) Good academic, disciplinary and financial standing during the time of appointment.
3) Minimum CGPA of 2.5 to apply and must maintain a 2.5 CGPA during the time of appointment.
4) Must be a full-time student each quarter with 12 or more credits.
5) Have the ability to work with individuals and groups
6) Have the ability to work with a flexible work-schedule where hours can vary
7) Have the ability to carry out the role of an RA in a positive and developmental manner
8) Demonstrate open-mindedness, enthusiasm and optimism


Visit the receptionist desk in the gallery for applications.

Please contact Kirk Tovrea, Residence Life Coordinator, for more information or to turn-in completed applications.

(904) 486 – 3026 ktovrea@aii.edu
Flyer/brochure design. Please contact:

Talaya Waller, MBA
Founder/Events Manager
Young Jax Promotions, LLC
904-270-9571
www.youngjax.com
info@youngjax.com

if you are interested!
Friday, May 14, 2010
Please see Career Services or Student Financial Aid to apply. The Fashion Retail Management student will work creating visual displays in the museum's retail store, and the Interior Design student will work arranging and setting up/building exhibits.
Thursday, May 13, 2010
Culhane's Irish Pub on Atlantic Beach hiring a full time Kitchen Manager and a part time weekend chef. Please apply in person or email your resume to culhane.aine@gmail.com
Are you graduating soon and interested in moving south? North Captiva Island is an exclusive resort island, accessible only by water or air, and is hiring culinary grads and students for a well-rounded experience working in the island's various facilities. You will work hard and work your way up--lots of potential. Please email your resume to Andrew Bush at andrew@northcaptiva.com, and see www.northcaptiva.com to learn about the island.
Portrait Innovations in the St. Johns Town Center is hiring! They are seeking a part time studio sales associate. This is primarily a weekend job!! If you're interested please submit your resume on the website.

Location:
St. Johns Town Center
4720 Town Crossing Drive, Suite 125
Jacksonville, FL 32246

Website:
https://tbe.tal...eo.net/NA2/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=PORTRAITINNOVATIONS&cws=1&rid=13
O'Brothers Irish Pub in Five Points is looking for an experienced cook. This is a full time position! They ask that interested applicants apply in person Monday- Wednesday between 2-4pm and Thursday- Saturday between 2-6pm!!

Location:
1251 Margaret Street
Jacksonville, Fl 32204
Sneakers Sports Grille on Baymeadows is hiring! They are looking for someone with at least one year of serving experience. If you're interested please apply in person or print out an application and take it to the restaurant.

Location:
8133 Pointe Meadow Dr
Jacksonville, FL 32256

Website:
http://www.sneakerssportsgrille.com/Employment.aspx
Life Uniform in both Orange Park and Regency are hiring! This is a part time position with only 12-15 hrs available. The person I spoke to said that this is an ideal position for college students! If you're interested please apply in store!!

Locations:
Regency Square Mall
9501 Arlington Expressway Ste 320
Jacksonville, FL ...32225

Orange Park Place (Across from Wells Target)
20 Blanding Blvd
Orange Park, Fl 32073
CoMergent Acquisition Group is seeking a web design intern, $8 an hour. Students will receive hands on work experience from qualified suvervisors who have a master's degree in software engineering and web design. Student will manage actual projects for clients under a supervisor's care and be able to interact with clients. Students will help design, build and maintain websites, prodice video graphics and videos for use in advertising. Interested students should email resume to robert.thomas@comergentgroup.com.
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
One Ocean Resort Hotel & Spa
For culinary positions, pease ask Career Services to send your resume. For all others, please email resumeto Samara Johns at samarajohns@oneoceanresort.com

GUEST SERVICES

1 Guest Services Manager
1 Bellman/Valet – Fulltime/Flexible Shifts
1 Overnight Security – Part-time
1 One Touch Agent – Fulltime/Flexible Shifts

HOUSEKEEPING

1 Housekeeping Manager
1 Lobby Attendant – Fulltime/Flexible Shifts
2 Turndown Attendants – 1 Fulltime – 1 On-Call/Flexible Shifts

FOOD & BEVERAGE

1 Server Assistant – Fulltime/Flexible Shifts
2 Cocktail Servers – 1 Fulltime -1 Part-time/Flexible Shifts
1 Room Service Server – Fulltime/Flexible Shifts
1 Overnight Room Service Server – Fulltime/Flexible Shifts
1 Banquet Houseman – Fulltime Flexible Shifts
1 On-Call Banquet Server - Flexible Shifts

SPA

1 Pool & Beach Attendant – Part-time/Flexible Shifts (Seasonal Position)

CULINARY

1 Lead Cook – Fulltime/Flexible Shifts
1 Banquet Cook – Fulltime/Flexible Shifts
1 Cook III – Fulltime/Flexible Shifts
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
“Opie” the executive chef of Roy’s is looking for strong line cooks. He hires for roundsman or “tournade” positions. You must be professional, hard working.

Contact Patrick “Opie” Crooks at the beach restaurant on 2400-101 South 3rd Street.

Phone: 904-241-7697.

Have your resume reviewed by Melanie or Chef Mattern
One Ocean hiring for various positions. MUST have experience in the fine dining industry and MUST be able to work full time. Please have Career Services send your resume.
Marcos Fernandez
Executive Chef
marcos.fernandez@sjccjax.com

At Jacksonville country club

EXPO position fast pace and detail focused.
Contact Jeff Nordman, CEC for:
AM Full time Prep/line cook. Need someone with soup making ability.
Jeff Nordman, CEC
Executive Chef
Marsh Landing Country Club
25655 Marsh Landing Parkway
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
Club 904-285-6514
Direct 904-273-2297
Fax 904-273-9759
www.marshlandingcc.com
Monday, May 10, 2010
Client is looking for student or graduate to assist his company with some video projects--auto parts industry. Please email him a resume and work samples if you are interested.

Walter Jakbowski

walt.j@signaldynamics.com
Lender Processing Services, Inc. (LPS) is a leading provider of integrated technology and services to the mortgage and real estate industries. LPS offers solutions that span the mortgage continuum, including lead generation, origination, servicing, workflow automation (LPS Desktop), portfolio retention and default, augmented by the company's award- winning customer support and professional services. Approximately 50 percent of all U.S. mortgages by dollar volume are serviced using LPS' Mortgage Servicing Package (MSP). LPS also offers proprietary mortgage and real estate data and analytics for the mortgage and capital markets industries.
We seek a Multimedia Designer for our Jacksonville office to support the company's multi-channel marketing requirements by using graphic design and project management skills to help meet company objectives. This person will develop marketing materials that support the sales process, assist in managing the company's Internet and intranet presence, storyboard and shoot videos, edit videos, layout and design multiple internal and external interactive newsletters, signage and ads, adhere to corporate branding standards, edit various marketing materials, create direct mail and provide general marketing support.
This person must be self-motivated, flexible and project- and detail-oriented with a positive attitude. This person will also be responsible for managing print vendor relationships, proofing his or her work, providing graphic information to vendors, managing multiple projects during a single time period and working with other departments to complete projects within a set timeframe.
This job requires the ability to use existing templates and formats, as well as the ability to imagine and create unique designs, within corporate standards, for various projects Skills Required:
. Extreme attention to detail
. Ability to manage multiple projects within a given timeframe
. Graphic design, Web and video experience
. Project management skills
. Significant ability to work on both Mac and PC platforms
. Able to troubleshoot within the Mac computer
. Proficient in Final Cut
. Proficient in Flash
. Proficient in Photoshop
. Proficient in HTML and Web design
. Proficient in Illustrator
. Proficient in InDesign
. Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel and Powerpoint)
. Working knowledge Adobe Acrobat
Education: BA in Communications or Graphic Design or related field Additional Skills (but not required):
. Familiar with AP style rules
. Basic photography experience
Lender Processing Services offers an excellent benefit package which includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance, Supplemental Dependant Life Insurance, AD&D, Short and Long Term Disability, Matching 401K, Matching ESPP, Medical and Dependant Care Flexible Spending Account and EAP. Please submit resumes to jeni.keopithoune@fnis.com. EEO/AA Employer Application Process: submit via email to jeni.keopithoune@lpsvcs.com
Ann Taylor is hiring sales associates! Please apply online.

Location:
4711 River City Drive #101
Jacksonville, FL 32246
Apply in Career Services

Title: Student Help – Peer Tutoring

Position Summary:
Responsible for tutoring students who request additional academic support.
Key Job Elements:
1. Arrange times to meet with other students in an on-campus setting.
2. Communicate with faculty and the Dean of Academic Affairs regarding student progress.
3. Maintain accurate notes detailing peer contact.

Organization Relationships:
Reports to: Dean of Academic Affairs
Interacts with: Students, staff and faculty.

Position Requirements:
1. Must be current Art Institute of Jacksonville student in good standing.
2. Must possess excellent customer service skills.
3. Must possess strong computer knowledge and skills.

Accountability:
Direct: Student Academic Achievement
Indirect: Student persistence and school image.
Thursday, May 6, 2010
Beef O' Brady's is looking to hire a cook. They ask that if you're interested to come in and you will be interviewed on the spot, so be ready! Come in between 2 and 4.

Location:
450 st rd 13 North #113
Jacksonville, FL 3225
Ballard Designs is looking to hire some part time people. If interested please stop by the town center immediately. This position will be filled soon!

P.s. The managers ask that applications be dropped off Monday- Friday!

Location:
10275 Buckhead Branch Drive
Suite 101
Jacksonville, Fl 32246
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
Hey guys--Murray Hill Branch Library needs several students to go in and create artwork to hang on their walls. This would be a Federal Work Study opportunity, so you would be paid by the school to do it as a work study job. Please either see me or Lisa Green in Financial Aid if you are interested. Must be work-study eligible.
Monday, May 3, 2010
INTERNSHIP FOR FASHION RETAIL & MARKETING OR INTERIOR DESIGN! Internship Job Description: Great opportunity for an intern to be part of a visual merchandising team within a rapidly growing wholesale women’s accessories and gift line. Intern will meet weekly with supervisor to discuss projects and or assist in on site.../off site merchandising/interior design efforts. Interns are responsible for assisting the team as needed on all merchandising tasks including, unloading shipments, unpacking and packing boxes, preparing and merchandising products, researching and building showroom furniture, displays and props. Interns will also assist in the ordering of show product samples using WinSol, a database aimed to assist wholesalers, distributors, and importers in effective management of their business. Please send a resume to Kari Hagedorn [Khagedorn@naturallife.net] to be considered
Best Buy is looking for another member of there Geek Squad. Apply online!
Federal Work Study Position available with America Reads program, reading to children in Day Care Center. Please see Career Services to determine eligibility and to proceed with application.
Five Alive Films, a Jacksonville, Florida, based production company, is seeking driven interns to assist in the production of their first feature film Truly Everlasting. This is an awesome opportunity to learn about independent filmmaking as well as to get a head start in the entertainment industry. You will learn the ins and outs of modern small budget filmmaking including producing, promotions, set organization, time management, maintaining film continuity and creating web based entertainment. By getting involved with our project, you will become more knowledgeable than the competition.

We have three positions that are available:

1. Assistant Set Videographer: This person would be responsible for filming behind the scene footage as well as visuals that would be appropriate for behind the scenes features. Also, they would be allowed to create original edited programming for “FAT!,” Five Alive Films’ web based channel. Applicant should be skilled in video editing, camera handling, Final Cut Pro, some After Effects, and web/video upload. It is preferred the applicant has own equipment such as a camera and laptop with editing program.
2. Assistant Script Supervisor: This person would be responsible for timing takes, recording information about the shot, working with the editor, organizing scene notes, and logging information regarding the production. Applicant must be extremely detail oriented. This person’s notes will be greatly utilized in postproduction
3. Associate producer: This person will assist the producer and the production manager in set management and organization. This applicant will work closely with the director and the above-the-lines to implement all needed activities for the production’s success. Also, this person will stand in for the producer or production manager if needed.

The guidelines of the program are as follows: Applicants may be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program. Alumni and recent graduates may apply. Students may receive academic credit through their college/university for participating in the program. All internships are not paid, but non-residents of Jacksonville will receive a daily stipend to offset meal expenses. Also, a place of residence will be provided if the applicant does not live in the area. Daily journal entries will be required so that we may asses the applicant’s progress. Upon completion, a joint evaluation will be completed by the intern and Five Alive Films.

If you are interested, please submit a resume, cover letter, 2 letters of recommendation, and application form to the following address:

FIVE ALIVE FILMS
P.O. BOX 28267
JAX, FL 32226

Please mention the preferred position. Principal photography will take place in August. Pre-production will take place in June. Please have all items completed by May 24, 2010. If you have questions, please feel free to email us at TRULYEVERLASTING@gmail.com. Also, check out Five Alive Films online at www.fivealivefilms.com


We can’t wait to work with you this summer!
Hi All! This event is right around the corner--are you ready? Make sure that you bring 5 to 10 copies of your resume, printed on nice paper, and wear something suitable for a job interview. Among the companies who are coming are: The Ritz Calrton Amelia Island, North Beach Bistro, City Kidz Ice Cream, Waffle House, and Sea Island Company!

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