Retail Manager

Cracker Barrel; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life Insurance

Disability Coverage

Paid Vacation

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Development

401k Match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

35% Discount on Cracker Barrel items

Discounts on home/travel/cell phones

Job summary

Cracker Barrel is seeking a Retail Manager to lead store operations and people, ensuring a welcoming guest experience while driving sales. You’ll oversee merchandising, inventory and team development, backed by training and tools to set an example for hospitality.

The role requires 2+ years in retail management, with a high school diploma or GED. Expect a 45-hour week on five 9-hour shifts, including holidays and weekends. Apply now to join our country hospitality team.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of retail management experience
• High school diploma or GED equivalent

Responsibilities

• Lead with a warm, confident style
• Keep the store running smoothly while lifting up your team
• Drive sales and create a shopping experience guests can’t forget
• Balance hands-on attention with big-picture vision

Skills

Retail management

Team leadership

Customer experience

Store operations

Shift planning

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

They say you are the company you keep – and at Cracker Barrel, we take that seriously. Whether you’re greeting guests, rolling out biscuits, or keeping things humming behind the scenes, you make the moments that matter, both big and small. Here, the work means more because we take pride in doing it together. So, join our team and find your place, because here…we’re all in good company.

What You’ll Do – You’ll Make The Moment

As a Cracker Barrel Retail Manager, you’re a leader who focuses on people and creating a welcoming place where guests find more than just great products, but also a memorable experience. You will oversee all aspects of retail operations from merchandising and inventory to driving sales and developing your team. Backed by the right tools and training, you’ll set the example and inspire your team to share the goodness of country hospitality.

• Leads with a warm, confident style
• Keeps the store running smoothly while lifting up your team
• Drives sales and creates a shopping experience guests can’t forget
• Balances hands‑on attention with big‑picture vision
• Has 2+ years of retail management experience
• Can work a 45‑hour week (five 9‑hour shifts), including holidays and weekends as needed
• Has a high school diploma or GED equivalent

Focus on You

We're all about making sure you're taken care of too. Here's what's in it for you:

• Good Work Deserves Good Pay: Competitive Annual Salary | Annual Merit Increase Opportunities | Quarterly Bonus Opportunities
• Support That Goes Beyond the Clock: Medical, Rx, Dental and Vision Benefits on Day 1 | Life Insurance and Disability Coverage | Paid Vacation/Employee Assistance Program
• Grow and Thrive Your Way: Over 90% of General Manager and District Managers openings are filled internally | Tuition Reimbursement | Professional Development
• Culture of Belonging: Support that starts on day one | Onboarding, training, and development to help you thrive | Recognition programs and employee events that bring us together
• Invest in Your Future: 401k Plan with Company Matching Contributions at 90 days | Employee Stock Purchase Program
• More Perks, Just Because: 35% Discount on Cracker Barrel Food and Retail items | Exclusive Biscuit Perks like discounts on home, travel, cell phones, and more!

A Little About Us

Since 1969, Cracker Barrel has been a place to gather around delicious food, abundant servings, unexpected finds, and a warm welcome. Over time, it’s become even more – somewhere folks can reconnect and feel at home. With more than 70,000 team members nationwide, we take pride in our roots – always serving up more than a meal.

See for yourself. Apply now.

Cracker Barrel is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability or any other class expressly protected by law.