Store Owner-Operator

Grocery Outlet; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training

Mentorship and corporate support

Job summary

Grocery Outlet offers an Independent Operator opportunity where you will run your own store with full responsibility for operations, profitability, and community impact.

You will recruit and lead a local team, manage merchandising and finances, and leverage our buying model to meet community needs, while enjoying autonomy and an uncapped earning potential within a supportive corporate framework.

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.
• Willingness to relocate and commit to full training and onboarding.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily store operations, including inventory management, compliance, and financial oversight to drive profitability.
• Recruit, hire, and train a high-performing team to deliver outstanding service and ops excellence.
• Buy and merchandise using Grocery Outlet’s unique buying model to serve local community needs.
• Engage with local communities and support causes aligned with our mission.
• Manage sales, margins, expenses, and overall profitability.
• Create an inviting customer experience with a clean, well-stocked store and autonomous scheduling.
• Receive training and mentorship from corporate teams to support store success.

Skills

Retail management

Entrepreneurial mindset

Leadership

Business acumen

Independent work

Job description

Grocery Outlet is a rapidly growing, family-oriented retailer dedicated to providing customers with high-quality, deeply discounted products. With commitment to our communities and a strong network of independent operators, we offer a unique business model that empowers entrepreneurs to run their own stores. Our mission is to deliver exceptional value to customers while fostering a culture of independence, integrity, and community impact.

Founded in 1946, Grocery Outlet has a rich history of providing exceptional bargains to customers while supporting local entrepreneurs. Over the decades, we have expanded to more than 500 locations across the United States, maintaining our reputation as the leading extreme-value grocery retailer. Our continued growth and success are driven by our commitment to innovation, strong supplier relationships, and our independent operator model, which has helped countless business owners achieve financial and personal success.

The Independent Operator Role

In this role, you’ll operate your own Grocery Outlet store with full responsibility for business operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Store Operations: Oversee daily store functions, including inventory management, compliance, and financial oversight to ensure profitability and growth.
  
• Leadership & Team Development: Recruit, hire, and train a high-performing team to deliver outstanding customer service and operational excellence.
  
• Buying & Merchandising: leveraging Grocery Outlet’s unique buying model. Order the variety and quantity of products to meet the unique preferences of your local community.
  
• Community Engagement: Support local organizations and causes you are passionate about, aligning with our mission of "Touching lives for the better"
  
• Financial & Business Acumen: Manage financial performance, including sales, margins, expenses, and overall profitability.
  
• Customer Experience: Create an inviting shopping experience by maintaining a clean, organized, and well-stocked store.
  
• Operational Autonomy: Run your store the way you think is best for your community, employees, and business.
  
• Uncapped Earning Potential: There is no limit to what you can earn; the more your store sells, the higher your commission payment will be.
  
• Control Your Schedule: While a full-time commitment is required, you have the flexibility to choose your working hours and manage your own schedule.
  
• Corporate Support: Receive training, mentorship, and support from marketing, finance, and business professionals to assist with any questions or issues that arise.
  

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.
  
• Willingness to relocate and commit to the full training and onboarding process.
  
• A drive for success and the ability to work independently while leveraging the support of the Grocery Outlet network.
  

If you're ready to take control of your future and own your success, the Grocery Outlet Independent Operator opportunity could be the perfect fit for you!