Store Manager for one of our locations

Mother's Market & Kitchen, Inc.

• $75K — $110K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2+ years in a retail or grocery management role
  • Bachelor's degree preferred (not mandatory)
  • Strong understanding of retail operations, margin, and inventory management
  • Fluent in English with excellent communication skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

Responsibilities

  • Lead all store operations including sales, staffing, and customer service
  • Implement corporate policies and manage promotional events
  • Approve store expenses and oversee P&L performance
  • Drive exceptional customer service standards
  • Maintain inventory controls and merchandising standards
  • Create labor schedules aligning with store and financial goals
  • Recruit and develop high-performing team members

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • 401(k) plan
  • In-store discounts
Full Job Description
Description

As Store Manager, you'll lead day-to-day operations, drive profitability, and foster an inspiring environment for customers and employees alike. This is a mission-driven leadership opportunity for someone passionate about health, community, and high performance.

Location: Orange County, CA (various Mother's Market locations)

Salary: $75,000 - $110,000 annually
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), in-store discounts

What You'll Do

Lead Store Operations
  • Oversee all store functions including sales, staffing, merchandising, sanitation, and customer service
  • Ensure consistent implementation of corporate policies, sales flyers, marketing, and promotional events
  • Approve store-level expenses and manage P&L performance
  • Review daily, weekly, and monthly financials to identify opportunities and track KPIs

People Management & Culture
  • Recruit, onboard, and develop high-performing employees
  • Set performance expectations and hold team members accountable with reviews, feedback, and coaching
  • Resolve internal conflicts while promoting a respectful and inclusive work environment
  • Assign responsibilities to department leaders and ensure their teams are engaged and aligned

Customer & Community Experience
  • Drive exceptional customer service standards and ensure consistent shopper satisfaction
  • Walk the sales floor regularly to ensure cleanliness, organization, and staff engagement
  • Champion Mother's Market values, mission, and community presence

Operational Excellence
  • Maintain inventory controls, merchandising standards, and loss prevention efforts
  • Ensure shelves are well-stocked, clean, and fully labeled
  • Review perishable and non-perishable counts for accuracy; ensure timely and accurate inventory procedures
  • Collaborate with corporate support teams (HR, Merchandising, AP, etc.) to address process or vendor issues

Team Development & Oversight
  • Create labor schedules aligned with store needs and financial goals
  • Plan training programs that support role clarity, growth, and performance excellence
  • Lead by example across all shifts-including evenings, weekends, and holidays when needed


What You Bring

Experience & Skills
  • 2+ years in a retail or grocery management role
  • Bachelor's degree preferred (but not required)
  • Strong understanding of retail operations, margin, and inventory management
  • Fluent in English with excellent written and verbal communication
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Leadership & Strengths
  • Strategic decision-maker and motivator who thrives under pressure
  • Ability to coach, delegate, and hold team members accountable
  • Customer-first mindset with strong business acumen
  • Organized, solutions-focused, and adaptable to change
  • Commitment to fostering a respectful, inclusive work culture


Physical Requirements
  • Ability to lift boxes, bags, or equipment up to 50 lbs., over 100 times per day
  • Comfortable working on feet: frequent standing, walking, bending, and twisting
  • Vision required for displays, reading, billing, and detailed paperwork


Schedule Requirements
Flexible availability across various shifts and locations including weekends and evenings

Make Health Your Mission-Apply Today!

If you're ready to lead with passion, support your team, and make a real impact at Mother's Market, we'd love to meet you.

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