Job Description

Position: Market Manager (Retail & Gourmet Grab-and-Go Food Operations)

Compensation: $75,000–$90,000 base salary

Schedule: Full-time

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including health coverage, paid time off, employee discounts, and additional lifestyle perks

Role Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and driven Market Manager to lead a high-volume, premium retail and grab-and-go food operation within a dynamic, guest-focused environment.

This role holds full ownership of day-to-day operations, including team leadership, inventory management, merchandising, and financial performance. The Market Manager will play a critical role in ensuring a seamless integration between retail and prepared food programs while delivering a polished, efficient, and engaging guest experience.

The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced environments and brings a strong balance of operational execution, analytical thinking, and hospitality-driven leadership .

What you bring to the table:

• Proven ability to lead high-volume retail and grab-and-go operations with a focus on efficiency and guest experience
• Strong leadership skills with experience hiring, training, scheduling, and developing cross-functional teams
• Hands-on approach to managing daily operations across retail floor, front-end, and inventory functions
• Experience overseeing merchandising strategy, including product placement, visual standards, and seasonal execution
• Strong understanding of inventory management, including ordering, receiving, product rotation, and shrink/waste control
• Ability to analyze sales, labor, and margin data to identify trends and drive operational improvements
• Experience managing labor scheduling and controlling costs in a variable-volume environment
• Knowledge of food safety standards, perishables handling, and regulatory compliance
• Proficiency with POS systems, inventory platforms, and scheduling tools

Why you’ll love working here:

• Opportunity to lead within a high-traffic, premium retail and foodservice environment
• Competitive compensation with strong benefits package
• Health, dental, and vision insurance offerings
• Paid time off and employee discount programs
• Exposure to a dynamic, fast-paced operation with diverse product offerings
• A culture that values operational excellence, guest experience, and team development

Required Work Experience:

• 5+ years of progressive management experience in retail, grocery, or foodservice environments
• Experience in high-volume, fast-paced operations with perishable and prepared food components
• Proven track record of team leadership, staff development, and operational management
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing sales, labor, and cost controls
• Bachelor’s degree in business, hospitality, or related field preferred

Preferred Work Experience:

• Experience in hybrid retail + prepared food or grab-and-go environments
• Background in merchandising strategy and product presentation
• Familiarity with inventory analytics, turnover metrics, and waste reduction strategies

Personal Qualities:

• Hospitality-driven leader with strong guest focus
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Analytical and solutions-focused with strong business acumen
• Adaptable and thrives in fast-paced, evolving environments
• Strong communicator with the ability to lead and motivate diverse teams

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