Join the Burnt Studios Retail Team – Cavendish
At Burnt Studios, we believe that the best retail experiences come from people who live the lifestyle — not just sell the product. We’re looking for team members who embody our values, understand our customers, and share our commitment to elevating retail in South Africa.
We’re building a team that represents excellence, authenticity, and the Burnt community — a team capable of delivering a global-standard retail experience.
Mid-Level Store Manager – Cavendish
Village Walk is one of our high-turnover stores, and we are looking for a strong, experienced retail leader who is ready to take ownership of its continued success.
As the Store Manager, you will be responsible for leading a high-performing team, driving strong commercial results, and ensuring that the store consistently operates at the highest standard. This role requires someone who is competitive and performance-driven, but equally committed to creating a positive, supportive, and motivating environment where people can thrive.
You will need to be a leader who can set ambitious standards, inspire others to reach them, and remain hands-on when the pace gets demanding. We are looking for someone who understands that great results come from great people and knows how to bring out the best in a team.
Key Responsibilities
- Take full ownership of the store’s performance, driving sales, productivity, and commercial results.
- Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team while maintaining a strong and healthy store culture.
- Set clear expectations and hold the team accountable while creating an environment where people feel supported and encouraged.
- Oversee daily store operations and ensure that customer service, visual standards, stock management, and operational processes remain consistently high.
- Use store performance insights to identify opportunities, solve challenges, and continuously improve results.
- Lead by example on the sales floor, particularly during high-volume trading periods, and maintain a strong sense of urgency.
- Build a team that consistently delivers an exceptional customer experience and represents the Burnt Studios brand authentically.
What We’re Looking For
- An experienced retail leader who is confident managing a high-turnover, fast-paced store.
- Someone who is commercially driven and naturally competitive, with a genuine desire to achieve and exceed targets.
- A caring and encouraging leader who understands how to motivate different personalities and bring out the best in their team.
- Someone who is knowledgeable, decisive, and able to confidently apply their experience to new situations.
- A highly organised and efficient individual who can manage competing priorities without losing sight of the bigger picture.
- A leader who takes ownership, follows through, and does not wait to be told what needs to be done.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong leadership and people management skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
- Strong time management, organisation, and operational discipline.
- Ability to make confident decisions and solve problems in a fast-moving environment.
- Ability to coach, motivate, and hold team members accountable.
- Strong understanding of retail operations, sales performance, and customer experience.
- Comfortable using basic technology and retail systems.
Values We Look For
- Leads with empathy, respect, and transparency.
- Creates a team environment where people feel valued, supported, and motivated to perform.
- Demonstrates self-motivation and a strong sense of urgency.
- Believes in teamwork while maintaining clear individual accountability.
- Is open to feedback and committed to continuous personal and professional development.
- Brings positivity, energy, and a sense of humour to the workplace.
- Balances the drive to win with genuine care for the people around them.
Experience & Qualifications
- 2–3 years of managerial experience, preferably within a fast-paced retail environment.
- Proven experience leading and developing high-performing teams.
- Strong track record of driving sales and achieving commercial targets.
- Experience managing a high-volume or high-turnover retail environment will be highly advantageous.
- A relevant Diploma or Degree in Retail Business Management, Organisational Psychology, Operations, Business Management, or a related field will be advantageous.
Why Join Burnt Studios?
- Lead one of Burnt Studios’ high-performing and high-turnover retail locations.
- Work within a brand that values both commercial excellence and exceptional company culture.
- Have a direct impact on the growth and development of a talented retail team.
- Join a business that is ambitious about raising the standard of retail in South Africa.
- Build meaningful career growth within a rapidly expanding brand.
- Work alongside passionate, driven, and like-minded people who genuinely believe in what Burnt represents.