Store Manager

T & T Supermarket; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wages

Paid Holiday Leave

Generous Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental & Vision Care

401(k) Retirement Plan

10% Off In-store Staff Purchase Discount

Staff discount 10%

Staff meal subsidy

Birthday cake

Job summary

A leading Asian grocery retailer is seeking a Store Manager in San Francisco, California, to manage overall store operations and achieve business objectives. The ideal candidate should have at least 3 years of retail store management experience and strong leadership skills. This role includes driving financial performance, developing staff, and engaging customers. Key benefits include competitive wages, 401(k) retirement plan, and generous paid time off. Join our growing company for rewarding career opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in retail store management.
• Proficiency in Cantonese and/or Mandarin considered an asset.
• Ability to engage across all organizational levels.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Strong written and verbal English; Cantonese/Mandarin is an asset.
• Effective cross-level communication with internal and external partners.
• Calm under pressure; capable of handling emergencies professionally.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint).
• Willing to travel occasionally (<10%).

Responsibilities

• Lead overall store operations focusing on business objectives.
• Drive financial performance through strategic planning.
• Cultivate a customer-centric culture.
• Uphold food safety, cleanliness, regulatory compliance, and efficiency.
• Oversee risk management and loss prevention.
• Foster customer-centric culture and service excellence.
• Provide strategic workforce planning and staff development.
• Identify and mentor high-potential team members for succession.
• Execute in-store marketing and brand initiatives.
• Coordinate with corporate, landlords, vendors, and regulators.

Skills

Leadership

Financial performance strategy

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Retail management

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Staff development

Travel readiness

Education

Post-secondary education in Business or Retail Management

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)

Job description

Store Manager – T & T Supermarket

Reporting to the Director, Store Operations of the respective region or his delegate, the Store Manager is responsible for planning, directing, managing and evaluating the overall store operations to support the company’s short and long‑term goals; controls store standards and leads the team to achieve the store’s KPIs. The position is also responsible for building and managing the team, creating positive customer experience, staff engagement and delivers other duties as assigned by the superior(s) by cooperating with all relevant internal & external stakeholders.

Established in 1993, T&T Supermarket is Canada’s favorite and largest Asian specialty supermarket chain. Our founders, Cindy and Jack Lee, created a shopping experience born out of a passion for providing easy access to Asian groceries. Named after their daughters, Tina & Tiffany, T&T started as a family‑run business. Today, with over 8,000 staff and 38 stores in the provinces of British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario in Canada, and the state of Washington in the United States, we have created a people‑oriented and purpose‑driven culture to prioritize the best experience for our staff and customers.

Following the successful launch of our first U.S. store in Bellevue, Washington in 2024, we are expanding further into California and opening our second store in Washington in 2025 and 2026. Be part of our journey as we continue to grow—rewarding careers and new opportunities await!

You Will

• Lead overall store operations with a focus on achieving business objectives, operational excellence, and long‑term growth
• Drive financial performance through strategic planning, sales optimization, cost control, and margin improvement
• Develop and implement merchandise and inventory strategies aligned with market trends and customer demand
• Champion company standards in food safety, cleanliness, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency
• Oversee risk management and loss prevention initiatives to safeguard assets and ensure a secure environment
• Cultivate a customer‑centric culture by embedding service excellence into daily operations and team behavior
• Provide strategic leadership in workforce planning, talent development, and performance management
• Identify and develop high‑potential team members to support succession planning and organizational capability
• Execute marketing and brand initiatives in‑store to strengthen market presence and enhance customer engagement
• Act as a key liaison with corporate functions, landlords, vendors, and regulatory bodies to ensure alignment and accountability
• Fulfill any additional responsibilities as assigned by superiors, contributing to the overall efficiency and success of the department.

You Should Have/Be

• Post‑secondary education or higher, preferably in Business, Retail Management, or a related field
• Minimum 3 years of experience in retail store management, with proven ability to lead teams of 10 or more staff
• Demonstrated leadership and sound business acumen; logical thinker with a growth mindset and openness to innovation
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and time‑management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in Cantonese and/or Mandarin is considered an asset
• Effective communicator with the ability to engage across all levels of the organization and with external partners
• Composed and solutions‑focused under pressure, with the ability to manage emergencies or unexpected situations professionally
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)
• Willing to travel occasionally within and outside the province (less than 10%)

Benefits

• Competitive Wages
• Paid Holiday Leave
• Generous Paid Time Off (Annual Vacation, Sick, Marriage, Bereavement)
• Medical, Dental & Vision Care
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Training
• 10% Off In‑store Staff Purchase Discount
• Subsidized staff meal
• Birthday Cake
• Long Service Award
• Staff Recreation Activity
• Conditions may apply to some of these perks.

Safety Statement

Safety continues to be T&T Supermarket’s top priority. We’ve established health and safety policies and measures to ensure our Stores, Food Processing & Production Centres and Warehouse & Distribution are as safe as possible.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Sales and Business Development

Industry: Retail Groceries