Customer Service Manager - Nights & Weekends Required

Concord Food Co-op•Concord, NH

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Oversees and is responsible for the regular functions of the Front End department. Concord Food Co-op is a natural foods grocery store, bakery, and café with locations in Concord, NH and New London, NH. A pillar of Main St., the Co-op strives to support and enhance the New Hampshire community by only stocking ethically-sourced natural foods and through positive cooperative action in-store and in the community.

Requirements

Experience in retail food store environment (preferably in natural foods industry) with knowledge in operations.
Management experience: hiring, training, terminating, and evaluating personnel.
Good customer service skills for both internal and external customers
Strong attention to detail and good organizational skills
Good time management skills
Ability to handle multiple demands, work under time pressures, and meet deadlines
Willingness to be open, to learn, and to take on new responsibilities/challenges
Demonstrate objectivity, neutrality, and calmness under pressure
Ability to take direction and work independently
Good computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft applications, email, etc.
Works independently with limited guidance
Performs a variety of tasks independently as dictated by organizational demands
Relates information to diverse individuals both orally and in writing
Must have good analytical ability and be proficient in math
Standing, bending, walking, reaching and sitting
Ability to climb up and down ladders and stairs
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
A minimum of three years’ experience in a Customer Service Manager role or an Associate degree and 1 year of applicable experience.
Ability to safely and successfully perform essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA & other federal, state & local standards - including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards
Ability to maintain reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA & other federal, state and local standards
Compliance with all personnel policies

Responsibilities

Supervise, schedule, and manage timecards for the Front End staff.
Financial accountability, cash office closing procedures, bank deposits, etc.
Facilitate company growth through improved customer service and engagement.
Communication with staff members should be clear, direct, and respectful in a style appropriate to a “cooperative” work environment.
Recruit, mentor and develop customer service staff members and nurture an environment where they can excel through encouragement and empowerment.
Develop service procedures, new-hire trainings, policies and standards as needed.
Promote team building and motivate staff to accomplish assigned goals.
Take corrective counseling measures and/or disciplinary action as needed for staff, according to our Employee Handbook.
Acts as MOD when needed and is responsible for overall store operations.
“Lead by example” following Co-op policies and procedures. Be an example to all store personnel by being well versed in store policies and procedures.
Ensure employee evaluations are thorough and completed on time.
Oversee eShop/Curbside operations.
Works closely with the Marketing Department to ensure Marketing and Outreach programs run smoothly for operations.
Act as a company representative when dealing with vendors and local businesses, etc.
Assist in special projects/duties as assigned by Store Manager and/or General Manager.