Store Director

Fresh Market Inc.; Village of Scarsdale (NY); On-site; USD 112,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team Member Discount

Early Earn Wage Access

401K with company match

Financial Wellness Program

Paid time off

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

The Fresh Market is seeking a Store Director in Scarsdale, NY to lead 70-100 teammates and drive sales, guest hospitality, and store performance. You will set the tone, guide culture, coach leaders, and ensure consistent execution of brand standards.

You will deliver strong financial results while maintaining impeccable hospitality, safety, and community engagement, shaping a welcoming shopping experience every day.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of progressive management experience in supermarkets, retail, restaurants, hospitality, or general business.
• Demonstrated success overseeing multiple departments or store-wide operations.
• Strong financial acumen with proven success in achieving sales, margin, and labor goals.
• Excellent communication, coaching, and conflict-resolution skills.

Responsibilities

• Build a strong talent pipeline by recruiting, developing, and retaining leaders and team members.
• Set clear expectations and hold leaders accountable through regular coaching and constructive feedback.
• Develop and execute store-wide strategies that increase sales, expand market share, and strengthen guest loyalty.
• Use data—including P&L performance, KPIs, labor forecasts, and guest feedback to identify opportunities and build action plans.
• Ensure effective labor planning, cost control, and operational efficiency to maximize profitability.
• Model high standards for food safety, sanitation, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
• Lead store readiness for audits and inspections, ensuring strong follow-up and accountability.
• Serve as the face of the store, ensuring every guest receives warm hospitality and personal attention.
• Coach leaders and team members on guest recovery and proactive service that builds loyalty.
• Engage with local organizations, events, and community partners to deepen the store’s connection to the community.

Skills

Leadership

Financial acumen

Communication

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business

Tools

POS systems

Scheduling tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Fresh Market & You:

Our mission is to make everyday eating extraordinary for our guests. We create a warm, welcoming, and memorable experience through exceptional, personal service. We’re looking for a leader who brings positive energy, strong character, and a commitment to excellence every day. We value teamwork, celebrate our shared success, and look forward to the impact you’ll make on our store, our team, and our community.

Our added benefits for joining The Fresh Market team

• Team Member discount up to 40%
• Early Earn Wage Access (You can access up to 50% (max $500) of your earned wages on-demand per pay period)
• 401K contribution and company match
• Financial Wellness Program

• Personal time off and additional time off purchase plans are available
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance for individual, spouse, partner, and family
• Discounts on pet insurance, daycare, event tickets, and many more.

About the Position:

Are you passionate about driving sales and financial success? Can you deliver a first‑class experience for guests and be a leader for 70‑100 team members? The Store Director is the strategic and operational leader of the store. You set the tone, guide the culture, and ensure that every team member embodies our values of passion, excellence, hospitality, and teamwork. You lead with purpose and accountability, ensuringthe store runs smoothly.Youdeliver strong financialresults andprovideimpeccable hospitality to our guestsevery day.In this role, you communicate the “why” behind decisions, adapt your leadership style to the needs of your team, and model the inclusive, collaborative behaviors expected of a leader. You develop future leaders, encouraging feedback and learning. You build a store environment where guests feel welcome, team members feel valued, and business goals are achieved. You are the face of the store and a trusted partner in the community.

The pay range for this position is $111,842 - $129,548 annually.

What You'll Do:

• Build a strong talent pipeline by recruiting, developing, and retaining leaders and team members.
• Set clear expectations and hold leaders accountable through regular coaching and constructive feedback.
• Develop and execute store-wide strategies that increase sales, expand market share, and strengthen guest loyalty.
• Use data—including P&L performance, KPIs, labor forecasts, and guest feedback to identify opportunities and build action plans.
• Ensure effective labor planning, cost control, and operational efficiency to maximize profitability.
• Model high standards for food safety, sanitation, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
• Lead store readiness for audits and inspections, ensuring strong follow-up and accountability.
• Serve as the face of the store, ensuring every guest receives warm hospitality and personal attention.
• Coach leaders and team members on guest recovery and proactive service that builds loyalty.
• Engage with local organizations, events, and community partners to deepen the store’s connection to the community.

Availability:

This position requires the willingness to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, days, evenings, and holidays.

Qualifications:

At a minimum, what you’ll need:

• 6+ years of progressive management experience in supermarkets, retail, restaurants, hospitality, or general business.
• Demonstrated success overseeing multiple departments or store-wide operations.
• Strong financial acumen with proven success in achieving sales, margin, and labor goals.
• Excellent communication, coaching, and conflict-resolution skills.
• A ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Proficiencywith POS systems, scheduling tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Food Safety Certification or ability to obtain afterhire.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.

Preferred qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, management, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience in grocery or high-volume specialty retail environments.
• Track recordof developing high-performing teams and delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Bilingual skills are a plus.

Physical and Work Conditions

• Repetitive hand/arm movements, grasping, bending, reaching, ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds independently
• Exposure to extreme temperatures
• Ability to use tools and equipment: knives, ladders, stepstools, box cutters, pallet jacks, and other equipment
• Required to spend long periods of time on their feet and stand or walk without a break (for up to 4 hours or as required by law)
• Required to w ear an approved hat, hair net, and/or beard guard, and personal protective equipment

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:

The Fresh Market is a proud, equal-opportunity employer that is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace.

Reasonable Accommodation: Consistent with applicable laws, The Fresh Market will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and team members, unless doing so would result in an undue hardship to The Fresh Market. This guiding principle applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring and job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.

The statements in this job posting describe the general nature and level of work expected in this role but are not all-inclusive. The Fresh Market looks forward to talking with interested candidates to share additional details about the applicable responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

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