Independent Operator: Own and Grow Your Store

Grocery Outlet Inc.; Ukiah (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Operational Autonomy

Uncapped Earning Potential

Control Your Schedule

Corporate Support

Job summary

Grocery Outlet invites motivated individuals to take ownership of their own store as Independent Operator. This hands-on, entrepreneurial role offers autonomy within an established retail brand and a path to significant earning potential through a commission-based model, supported by corporate resources and a training program.

Ideal candidates bring 4+ years of retail leadership, strong financial and team-building skills, and a willingness to relocate for onboarding and market entry.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years’ retail store management or multi-unit restaurant management experience.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for retail and customer service.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to build and develop a team.
• Business acumen, including financial and operational management experience.
• Willingness to relocate and commit to the full training and onboarding process.
• Drive for success and the ability to work independently while leveraging the Grocery Outlet network.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily store operations, inventory management, compliance, and profitability.
• Recruit, hire, and train a high-performing team to deliver customer service.
• Manage buying and merchandising to meet local preferences.
• Engage with the community and support local causes.
• Monitor financial performance, including sales, margins, and expenses.
• Create an inviting shopping experience with a well-stocked store.

Skills

Retail store management

Leadership

Customer service

Operations management

Entrepreneurial mindset

Job description

Grocery Outlet invites motivated individuals to take ownership of their own store as Independent Operator. This hands-on, entrepreneurial role offers autonomy within an established retail brand and a path to significant earning potential through a commission-based model, supported by corporate resources and a training program.

Ideal candidates bring 4+ years of retail leadership, strong financial and team-building skills, and a willingness to relocate for onboarding and market entry.