Are you looking for a role where you can have a tangible impact on a daily basis? Manly Food Co-op is a community-owned, not-for-profit grocery store. We offer fresh organic produce and a full range of packaging-free groceries and household goods, providing our community an easy way to reduce their footprint.
The Role
We are on the lookout for an energetic and hands-on store manager who wants to make a real difference for the planet and get paid for it! The manager will be responsible for the day-to-day operation of our shop while being supported by a deputy manager and an enthusiastic and dedicated team of paid staff and volunteers. The manager reports to the Co-op Board of Directors.
Your day will consist of:
- Stock management, including ordering and receiving goods.
- Leading and coaching a team of staff and volunteers.
- Customer service and sales including maintaining and improving the customer experience
- Store supervision to ensure health and safety regulation compliance, effective product display and merchandising, and continual improvement of the store’s visual appeal and appearance.
- Daily social media updates to inform members of new products, seasonal fresh produce arrivals and other store news.
- Other duties that may be required from time to time to manage the demands and needs of the store.
About you:
- You’ll have previous work experience in a retail store, ideally at supervisor/management level
- You’ll have previous experience in leading a team, and you love coaching, training, and inspiring others
- You’re passionate about customer service
- You communicate well, both in writing and verbally, and with people of all ages and backgrounds
- You have a creative mind when it comes to merchandising and promotions
- You must hold a Basic Food Handling Certificate
- We’d love it if you already hold a Food Safety Supervisor qualification
Why work for Manly Food Co-op?
- We have a genuine focus on providing environmentally friendly and ethical food
- We’re a not-for-profit: any surplus goes back to our members through reduced prices
- You’ll work a 35-hour week
- You’ll work alternate weekends
- You’ll receive a 25% discount on your grocery shopping
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