Seasonal Shop Manager- South Coast Plaza West

See S Candies; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

See’s Candies is seeking a Retail Shop Manager in Costa Mesa, CA to lead a sales-driven, customer-focused team and oversee daily shop operations. You will drive sales, supervise staff, manage schedules, and ensure adherence to company policies and safety standards, while delivering exceptional customer service and controlling costs.

You will recruit and coach team members, monitor payroll, handle cash procedures, and partner with district managers to execute regional programs, ensuring a

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of retail management experience.
• Excellent customer service, communication and organizational skills.
• Strong cash handling and merchandising abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the shop team to a sales-focused, customer-centric environment.
• Set and achieve daily, monthly, and annual sales goals.
• Communicate company policies and programs; delegate tasks and follow up.
• Resolve customer and employee concerns professionally and promptly.
• Train and coach team; recruit and select qualified candidates.
• Ensure policy compliance, safety, and budget adherence.
• Monitor expenses, cash handling, banking, and asset protection.
• Maintain timekeeping records and approve weekly payroll promptly.
• Ensure wage/break compliance with state/federal laws; schedule weekly shifts.
• Manage deadlines for banking, new hires, and inventory paperwork.

Skills

Retail management

Customer service

Cash handling

Merchandising

Communication

Organizational skills

Job description

Work is Sweet!'Quality without Compromise' is not just a motto at See’s Candies. It is the most important ingredient in our recipe for success. See’s Candies has been in business since 1921 and maintains a reputation for producing the highest quality candy and providing superior customer service.See’s is a leader in the confectionery industry with over 250 retail shops across the USA, a growing e-commerce business, and expanding opportunities internationally. We are seeking friendly, enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about helping us grow and thrive in our second century.Job Description Summary:As a Retail Shop Manager, you play a crucial role in the success of our See’s Candies retail shop. Leading a dedicated team, your responsibilities include driving sales, ensuring top-notch customer service, and overseeing all shop operations in line with See’s guidelines and values.Job Description:Key Responsibilities:Lead the shop's team, creating a sales-focused and customer-centric environment.Set an example by achieving daily, monthly, and annual sales goals.Communicate and implement company direction, policies, and programs.Delegate tasks, ensure team compliance, and provide necessary follow-up.Resolve customer and employee concerns in a professional and timely manner.Train and develop team members on company programs, policies, and procedures.Provide professional coaching and feedback to the team.Drive recruitment, selection, and recommendation of qualified candidates.Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, ethical standards, and safety protocols.Monitor and control expenses to meet budgetary goals.Manage procedures related to cash handling, protection of company assets, and banking.Maintain accurate timekeeping records and approve weekly payroll promptly.Ensure compliance with state and federal laws related to wages and breaks.Implement weekly work schedules in collaboration with District Sales Managers.Manage paperwork to meet established deadlines, covering banking, new hires, and inventory.Other duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications:Minimum 3 years of retail management experience.Proven success in developing, motivating, training and coaching employees.Possess excellent customer service, communication, organizational skills, strong cash handling, and merchandising ability.Ability to follow, as well as implement and enforce, company policies and procedures.Strong work performance.Proven ability to grow the business by seeking sales opportunities and developing a sales driven team.Proven ability to learn new technologies quickly and manage change efficiently, proactively and in a positive manner.Physical ability to carry out the essential functions of the job, including packing candy, stocking shelves, ringing sales, standing, or walking the entire shift and lifting up to 25 pounds frequently.Flexibility in working hours, including weekends and holidays.* Internal applicants must be in good standing.The pay rate for this position is $33.06 per hour.Join the See's Candies family and be part of a tradition of sweetness that has delighted generations!See's is an EOESee’s will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable local, state or federal law (including San Francisco Ordinance #131192 and Los Angeles Municipal Code 189.00).