Store Manager

Neighborhood Restaurant & Provisions is a new gourmet market and provisions shop opening in Orono. We're looking for a manager to run it: a curated, profitable and spotless specialty market that becomes a real neighborhood spot, with high service standards and strong margins.

 

What you'll do

 

Run the floor. Walk the store morning and midday to check conditions, displays, end caps, signage and cleanliness. Keep an eye on refrigeration, the specialty counters (cheese, charcuterie, produce, bakery, deli), and food safety. Handle opening and closing, security, cash handling and till reconciliation.

Curate the shelves. Choose specialty, artisanal, imported and hyper-local products that fit the neighborhood. Build relationships with local farmers, specialty importers and direct-delivery vendors. Manage inventory, purchase orders, par levels and stock rotation to keep shrink and waste low.

Own the numbers. Oversee the store's P&L, margin targets, labor budget, and daily and weekly sales forecasts. Track inventory, read the sales data, and adjust pricing and promotions to drive profit.

Lead the team. Recruit, onboard, schedule, train and mentor front-of-house, cashier and specialty counter staff. Run performance reviews and team huddles, and cover the floor and call-outs. Build a welcoming, knowledgeable, high-energy culture.

Take care of customers. Handle top-tier inquiries, custom orders and tough situations with grace. Make the market a real hub for the neighborhood.

 

What you bring

 

3 to 5 years of retail or general management in a gourmet market, specialty grocery, upscale restaurant or boutique hospitality setting

A track record managing a store P&L, labor model and inventory systems

Deep knowledge of and passion for specialty foods, cheese, wine and beverage, and artisanal goods

Strong financial sense and comfort with POS and inventory software

Excellent people, communication and conflict-resolution skills

The ability to stand and walk through long shifts and lift 30 to 40+ pounds

Flexibility to work retail hours, including weekends, holidays and busy seasons

 

What we offer

 

$75,000 a year

Health insurance after 90 days

401(k)

3 weeks PTO

In-store discounts

 

To apply, send your resume.