Independent Store Owner & Operator — Uncapped Earnings

Grocery Outlet; Lancaster (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Grocery Outlet in Lancaster, CA seeks an Independent Operator to run your own Grocery Outlet store with full responsibility for business operations.

You will oversee store operations, leadership and team development, buying and merchandising, community engagement, and financial performance, with uncapped earning potential and access to marketing, finance and professional support from the Grocery Outlet network.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years’ retail store management or multi-unit restaurant management.
• 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

• Store Operations: Oversee daily store functions, including inventory management and financial oversight.
• Leadership & Team Development: Recruit, hire, and train a high-performing team.
• Buying & Merchandising: Manage product variety andquantity to meet local preferences.
• Community Engagement: Support local organizations aligned with our mission.
• Financial & Business Acumen: Monitor sales, margins, expenses, and profitability.
• Customer Experience: Create a clean, organized, and inviting store.
• Operational Autonomy: Run the store the way you think is best for your community.
• Uncapped Earning Potential: Higher sales mean higher commissions.
• Control Your Schedule: Full-time commitment with flexible hours.
• Corporate Support: Training and mentorship from corporate teams.

Skills

Entrepreneurial mindset

Leadership

Retail operations

Job description

Grocery Outlet in Lancaster, CA seeks an Independent Operator to run your own Grocery Outlet store with full responsibility for business operations.

You will oversee store operations, leadership and team development, buying and merchandising, community engagement, and financial performance, with uncapped earning potential and access to marketing, finance and professional support from the Grocery Outlet network.