Store Manager; Sur La Table

With over 59 stores and the largest avocational cooking program in the US,
Sur La Table offers an unsurpassed selection of exclusive and premium-quality goods for the kitchen and table – and the culinary expertise and inspiration to go along with it. Whether the job entails interacting with our customers, driving digital growth, or providing vital behind-the-scenes support, we’re all here for the same reason – to roll up our sleeves and create happiness through cooking and sharing good food.

As a Store Manager at Sur La Table, you play a key role in the success of the store by leading a high-performing retail team that inspires customers throughout every stage of their culinary experience. This position combines strategic business acumen with strong operational expertise to drive retail business performance while delivering #bestincenter service, a company-wide standard for excellence in service.

• Recruit, develop and retain a high-performing team to meet the business needs.
• Lead, coach, and inspire associates to exceed performance expectations and uphold a positive team culture.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations, provide feedback, and create development plans to support individual and team growth.

• Represent Sur La Table’s brand and culture by creating memorable, educational experiences that inspire repeat visits and customer loyalty.
• Maintains expertise by staying current on products, actively engaging in available training, and independently seeking out additional resources.
• Ensure exceptional customer experience by leading a customer-focused, Guest Obsessed culture.
• Address customer concerns and resolve issues in a timely manner to maintain satisfaction and loyalty.

• Oversee daily store operations, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate inventory levels, minimize shrink, and ensure proper product merchandising.
• Ensure store safety and cleanliness, addressing any maintenance needs promptly.
• Maintains the accuracy and integrity of employee records, including but not limited to time and attendance data, food safety certifications, and personal information.
• Adhere to applicable wage and hour laws. Accurately records time worked according to SLT Policy.
• Models and ensures all Sur La Table policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs) are communicated effectively to associates, maintained and consistently followed.

• Ability to communicate verbally and work cooperatively with associates and customers.
• Ability to remain standing for up to 5 hours at a time.
• Ability to move about the store coaching and directing associates; selling to customers and retrieving merchandise from stockroom or sales floor.
• Ability to grab, reach, push, pull, bend, stoop, kneel, and crouch to retrieve and replenish merchandise from stockroom or sales floor.
• Ability to lift and/or move merchandise weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to ascend/descend ladders to retrieve and/or move merchandise.
• Ability to operate a computer, POS system, keyboards, merchandise scanners and mouse to accomplish work.
• Workweeks are expected to be between 46 and 48 hours with the ability to have a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Regular and predictable attendance.

• Must be 21 years of age or older at the time of employment.
• 3+ years of retail management experience, preferably in a…