Retail Assistant Manager, Totem Mall

Socket.dev; Fort St. John; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit Sharing Program

Extended Health and Dental Benefits

Employee Discount

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Active Lifestyle Reimbursement Program

Paid Sick Days

Opportunities for career growth and发展

Job summary

Purdys Chocolatier is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Manager for a new pop-up shop at Totem Mall. You will lead daily operations, motivate the team, and drive sales while delivering exceptional customer experiences.

This full-time role is a 6-month contract with 40 hours per week, offering growth opportunities and a strong people-first culture. Join a company with 115+ years of heritage, a focus on quality, and a commitment to inclusion.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of leadership, supervisory, or management experience in a fast-paced retail or hospitality environment.
• Passion for customer service and creating memorable experiences.
• Ability to lead and develop others.
• Motivated by sales goals and delivering results.
• Positive energy and teamwork orientation.

Responsibilities

• Support the Shop Manager in the day-to-day operation of the shop.
• Deliver an exceptional customer experience and foster customer loyalty.
• Lead, motivate, and coach team members to achieve sales and service goals.
• Help drive profitability through strong merchandising, sales leadership, and operational excellence.
• Ensure the shop maintains high standards for presentation, cleanliness, and customer service.
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative, and high-performing team culture.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Team development

Sales focus

Merchandising

Job description

Craving a dream job? Join one of Canada's Top Employers.

Purdys Chocolatier is delighted to have been voted by our employees as one of Canada's Best Employers. This esteemed award is a testament to the rich texture of our history and our more than 115 years of dedication to quality, trust,and supportive work environment.

Job type: Full-time, 6 month contract

Hours are estimated to be: 40 hours per week

Expected salary range: $50,000-52,000 per year

Love chocolate? Build your retail leadership career with Purdys Chocolatier.

As one of Canada's leading chocolatiers, Purdys has been creating joy and connection through exceptional chocolate for more than 115 years. We're proud of our people-first culture, our commitment to quality, and the memorable experiences we create for our customers every day.

We're currently looking for an enthusiastic and customer-focused Assistant Manager to join our new “pop-up” shop in Totem Mall. This is an exciting opportunity for an emerging retail leader who is passionate about delivering exceptional customer experiences, developing teams, and driving results.

Working alongside the Shop Manager, you'll play a key role in leading daily operations, motivating team members, and helping the shop achieve its sales and service goals. If you're looking for a company where you can grow your leadership skills and build a long-term career, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

• Support the Shop Manager in the day-to-day operation of the shop
• Deliver an exceptional customer experience and foster customer loyalty
• Lead, motivate, and coach team members to achieve sales and service goals
• Help drive profitability through strong merchandising, sales leadership, and operational excellence
• Ensure the shop maintains Purdys' high standards for presentation, cleanliness, and customer service
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative, and high-performing team culture

You're a Great Fit If You

• Have 2+ years of leadership, supervisory, or management experience in a fast-paced retail or hospitality environment
• Are passionate about customer service and creating memorable experiences
• Enjoy leading and developing others
• Are motivated by sales goals and delivering results
• Bring positive energy and thrive in a team environment
• Love connecting with people and building relationships
• Are excited about career growth opportunities within Purdys Chocolatier
• Have open availability, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays

What We Offer

At Purdys, we believe in investing in our people. In addition to working with Canada's favourite chocolates and premium ice cream, you'll enjoy:

• Profit Sharing Program
• Extended Health and Dental Benefits
• Employee Discount
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Active Lifestyle Reimbursement Program
• Paid Sick Days
• Opportunities for career growth and development
• A supportive and inclusive team environment

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Purdys Chocolatier is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, abilities, and experiences.

Want a taste of life at Purdys? Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook to see what we're all about.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants, and while we wish we could personally reach out to everyone, we can only contact those selected for an interview.

We genuinely care about providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you require assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please reach out to us via email at [e-mail]. We're here to help!