Specialty Foods Manager

Specialty Foods Manager

Location: Columbus, OH

Employment Type: Direct Hire

Company Profile:

Leading Specialty Grocery Retailer

Embraces a Collaborative Team Atmosphere

Dedicated to Excelling in Food and Customer Experiences

Job Summary:

The Specialty Foods Manager plays a key role in driving the success of our grocery department. This position involves leading a dynamic team, ensuring outstanding merchandising, maintaining store conditions, and delivering exceptional customer service.

Responsibilities:

Curate a high-quality department offering exceptional customer experiences

Lead a knowledgeable team dedicated to providing exceptional service and fostering customer loyalty

Ensure all products meet stringent quality and freshness standards

Create engaging merchandising displays and planograms to captivate customers

Promote a culture of food expertise among the staff

Mentor team members to enhance customer experiences through informed product recommendations

Maintain visually appealing and seasonally relevant department aesthetics

Establish and cultivate relationships with specialty vendors and producers

Effectively manage inventory to ensure product availability

Adhere strictly to food safety and sanitation standards

Drive departmental financial goals while upholding product quality

Contribute to long-term growth through strategic planning initiatives

Identify emerging food trends through sales analysis

Job Requirements:

Genuine passion for specialty foods and global culinary traditions

Demonstrated leadership experience in managing specialty food teams, categories, and merchandising

Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to share knowledge effectively

Strong attention to detail in presentation and inventory management

Ability to balance creativity with strong business acumen

Features and Benefits:

Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage

Paid Time Off

Performance-based incentive plan

Supportive and Collaborative Team Environment