Store Manager — ESOP & 401(k) Benefits

foodcityinternship; Dayton (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Weekly Pay Checks with Direct Deposit

Company paid Life and Disability Insu­

Medical Plan with wellness benefits

Dental Plan

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacations

Associate Offers

Job summary

Food City is seeking a Store Manager to oversee daily operations, drive sales against budget, control costs, and lead and develop the store team while maintaining quality, freshness, and customer service.

You will ensure compliance with safety and security, manage scheduling and training, follow company policies, and act as the community leader for the Dayton location. This role requires strong merchandising, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent work experience
• 3 years' experience in Retail operations
• Must resolve differences through diplomatic means
• Must be knowledgeable in various training methods
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and/or written instructions, perform routine and repetitive tasks, and have constant contact/interaction with various levels of individuals on a daily basis
• Flexibility in work hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Must have excellent problem-solving skills
• Must be able to lead by example to give Food City Customers their best shopping experience
• Knowledge of Food City policies and procedures
• Expertise of all job duties associates must perform in each area of responsibility
• Ability to attend on-site work during scheduled shifts to adhere to company time and attendance policies

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional service for customers through maintaining a strong management team, quality associates, and planning adequate coverage through scheduling.
• Understand and promote company benefits including ESOP, 401k, insurance, etc.
• Oversee the hiring and termination of associates to maintain staffed store.
• Ensure required department and computer based training to increase retention of quality associates.
• Ensure all aspects of company policy and procedures in regards to good business and department practices are followed.
• Oversee and follow all safety and security measures including theft and/or robbery.
• Interact professionally with management team, associates, supervision, and customers.
• Enforce fund-handling procedures for safety and loss prevention necessity including bank deposits, safe deposits, gas and go fund transport.
• Conduct store key accountability monthly.
• Responsible for monitoring and overseeing the enforcement of all local, state, federal, and company labor guidelines for all associates including associates under the age of 18.
• Oversee and monitor policy in regards to the sale of alcohol and tobacco products.
• Checking, completing, and sending of vital department reports, management reports, documents, and paperwork via written, verbal, or e-mail to the appropriate persons.
• Conduct weekly and/or monthly meetings with department heads and/or department associates, including Feelings meetings and Exceptional Service meetings.
• Complete and verify store and department projections for accuracy and timeliness.
• Utilize time management skills and prioritization to accomplish tasks through management team and associates.
• Maintain adequate inventory levels in all departments as to incur few out-of-stocks, but with limited days supply on hand.
• Oversee and monitor accurate retail pricing within guidelines.
• Monitor competitive price checks on critical items such as fuel, milk, and soft drinks.
• Must listen to and resolve complaints or issues brought to the attention of the management team from supervision, associates, management team, and customers.
• Understand and enforce all local and state health department rules and practices as well as federal OSHA guidelines and company HACCP policy.
• Maintain necessary government documents and postings to assure compliance.
• Understand and follow all LP policy including CCTV observations, security logs, and shoplifting handling procedures.
• Understand and follow confidentiality policy in regards to company information as well as personnel information.
• Understand and enforce policy in regards to refrigeration alarms.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Staff scheduling

Training

Customer service

Problem solving

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Job description

Food City is seeking a Store Manager to oversee daily operations, drive sales against budget, control costs, and lead and develop the store team while maintaining quality, freshness, and customer service.

You will ensure compliance with safety and security, manage scheduling and training, follow company policies, and act as the community leader for the Dayton location. This role requires strong merchandising, communication, and problem-solving skills.