Full-Time Retail Manager
Job Description
Summary: Busy specialty coffee shop, small-batch coffee roaster & bakery in Greenpoint seeks Retail Manager. Above market compensation $60k – $75k annual salary plus option for profit-sharing after 6 months.
Significant opportunity for professional growth/development in retail, management and production/roasting roles if of interest. We currently have one busy retail shop in Greenpoint, with two additional locations under development.
The type of person we’re looking for:
• Independent self-starter who is very organized and methodical, with a systematic approach to tasks.
• Customer-oriented and professional, with the ability to maintain composure in a fast-paced environment, as well as lead and support other employees
• Clear communicator, comfortable in charge or taking direction, including ability to take critical feedback and provide constructive feedback to others
• Love for specialty coffee, and have at least 5, preferably 7-10 years of experience working in specialty coffee as a lead barista and/or manager. 2+ years of dedicated management experience is strongly preferred. Experience with social media and email marketing a plus
• Ability to work weekends
About the Job/Business:
• You will be managing the operations of a busy, small shop in a high traffic area, including supervising 2 to 3 staff initially and interacting directly with the owner to grow business by executing the best coffee and service in the city.
• We roast our own coffee locally and also bake at a second location in Williamsburg. We offer a range of 10-15 coffees of diverse origins and roast levels that employees must stay informed of to communicate each coffee’s qualities to customers.
• As this business was conceived during COVID, the counter is in the doorway with our products in the window, and the customers are greeted outside
• This is a great opportunity for a highly motivated intermediate to advanced barista looking to expand their career in specialty coffee and grow their responsibilities over time.
Responsibilities:
• Manage retail operations, including develop and update exterior and interior displays and signage, track, reconcile & maintain retail inventory, place weekly orders including from our in-house wholesale coffee and baking operations
• Manage and support retail staff, including hiring, training and reviews, and staff schedules. Develop an inclusive, professional work environment.
• Develop, refine and standardize operational and retail policies and practices, including station workflows, shift duties and critical side work, product spec sheets, etc.
• Work with the owner to develop and execute new retail ideas to grow the business, including seasonal offerings and specials and opportunities to integrate and leverage social media/website platforms (Instagram, Facebook, Google My Business, email marketing, etc.)
• Lead regular team-meetings, in addition to weekly check-in with owner
Compensation: $60,000.00 – $75,000.00 annual salary with option for profit sharing after 6 months. Commitment of at least 40 hours each week, many of them on the floor supporting FOH.
COVID-19 considerations: We have masks and sanitizer available for employees free of charge, and customers stand 6 feet from our station outside. All current employees and leadership are fully vaccinated and vaccinations are encouraged for all employees.
How to Apply
Please send resumes with subject heading "Retail Manager" to espressopaloma@gmail.com. Include your availability to be reached by phone in the next 3 days. Promising applicants will be called for a phone interview. Please include a cover letter in the body of your email for stronger consideration.485 total views, 1 today