Store Manager

Château Gâteaux; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned bakery in Cape Town is looking for dynamic Store Managers and Assistant Store Managers to oversee day-to-day operations. Candidates should have 3-5 years of management experience in the food and beverage industry, excellent interpersonal skills, and a keen eye for detail. Responsibilities include team training, stock control, and maintaining high service standards. The role requires a Grade 12 qualification, with preference for tertiary education related to food and beverage.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years management experience in the Food and Beverage industry.
• Knowledge of GAAP system required.
• High level of numeracy for financial tasks.

Responsibilities

• Manage store operations, staff training, and customer service.
• Conduct stocktaking and maintain health & hygiene standards.
• Monitor budgets and motivate the team.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Financial management

Task-oriented

Communication skills

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Tertiary qualification in Food and Beverage

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Overview

Exceptional cakes, Exceptional people, Exceptional experienceChâteau Gâteaux has been creating exceptional handcrafted quality cakes, pastries and treats since

• earning them the moniker #TheCakePeople.Every Château Gâteaux masterpiece is lovingly made with the finest ingredients available.Ready to take your career to the next level?

Château Gâteaux is building a talent pool of qualified individuals in the Cape Town region for the following stores: Access Park Shopping Mall, Tyger Valley Shopping Centre, Constantia Village, Canal Walk Shopping Centre, and Somerset Mall. As an Assistant Store Manager & Store Manager you must be motivated and dynamic with excellent people skills, as well as meticulous with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Opening, Closing and Managing of the Store
• Daily Stocktaking
• Maintain a high level of customer service in store
• Training Staff on existing and new Standard Operating Procedures
• Ensuring optimal stock levels are maintained in the Store to maximize sales
• Conducting pre shift meetings in preparation for the day
• Maintain high levels of Health & Hygiene practices in store
• Monitor daily & monthly Budgets and drive team towards achieving targets
• Maintain Store and Operational equipment through preventative maintenance measures
• Do daily administration as well as analyze trends and data of the store
• Motivation of team

How the role is measured

• Accurate financial and stock control
• Meeting deadlines on information required as well as placing of orders
• Maintain a high level of customer service in store
• Maintain a high level of Health and Hygiene Practices in store
• Staff Management and training
• Effective communication

Ideal Competencies Of The Candidate

• Detail orientated. You must constantly strive to have accuracy with financial and stock management processes.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills. You must be able to communicate with customers and employees in an efficient and professional manner.
• Task Focused. You aim to complete tasks in the most comprehensive way possible with attention to detail.
• Deadline Driven. You plan and structure your day to ensure that you meet your deadlines for all tasks.

Minimum Required Experience & Qualification

• Grade 12 / Matric
• A tertiary qualification related to Food and Beverage will be advantageous
• 3 - 5 years of experience in the Food and Beverage Industry in a management position
• Knowledge of GAAP system
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
• High level of numeracy
• Staff management experience
• Own Transport

Please respond with the following; Updated CV #MakeYourMomentsExceptional

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s): Do you have GAAP / POS experience, if yes please explain responsibilities?

Do you have your own vehicle?

Are you able to work shifts including public holidays?

Please state your availability, current salary and salary expectations.

Failure to complete this may render your application unsuccessful. Explain your Retail Experience?

Commute Locations

Access Park Shopping Mall, Tyger Valley Shopping Centre, Constantia Village, Canal Walk Shopping Centre and Somerset Mall.

Education : High School (matric) (Required) Experience : food and beverage retail : 3 years (Required) Staff management : 3 years (Required) Work Location : In person