Store Leader: Autonomy & Uncapped Earning Potential

Grocery Outlet; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & mentorship

Corporate support

Autonomy in store leadership

Job summary

The Independent Operator role at Grocery Outlet offers an entrepreneurial path to own and operate your own store with the backing of a national brand. You’ll manage daily operations, lead a team, and drive profitability through strategic buying, merchandising, and local community engagement.

This hands-on opportunity emphasizes autonomy, flexible scheduling within a full-time commitment, and access to corporate training and support to help you grow your business and your earnings potential.

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.

Responsibilities

• Store Operations: Oversee daily store functions, inventory, compliance, and profitability.
• Leadership & Team Development: Recruit, hire, and train a high-performing team.
• Buying & Merchandising: Manage product mix to meet local community preferences.
• Community Engagement: Support local organizations, aligning with the company mission.
• Financial & Business Acumen: Manage sales, margins, expenses, and profitability.
• Customer Experience: Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked store.
• Operational Autonomy: Run your store with independence.
• Uncapped Earning Potential: Earnings scale with store performance.
• Control Your Schedule: Full-time commitment with flexible hours.
• Corporate Support: Receive training and mentorship from corporate teams.

Skills

Leadership

Entrepreneurial mindset

Retail management

Operations management

Relocation willingness

Job description

The Independent Operator role at Grocery Outlet offers an entrepreneurial path to own and operate your own store with the backing of a national brand. You’ll manage daily operations, lead a team, and drive profitability through strategic buying, merchandising, and local community engagement.

This hands-on opportunity emphasizes autonomy, flexible scheduling within a full-time commitment, and access to corporate training and support to help you grow your business and your earnings potential.