General Manager (Sur La Table)

CSC Generation • Murray, UT

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About The Position

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

Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age or older at the time of employment.
• 3+ years of retail management experience, preferably in a specialty or culinary retail environment.
• Current Food Manager Certification, or ability to acquire certification as needed.
• Proven track record of achieving sales and motivating high performing sales teams while meeting operational goals.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, develop, and retain a high performing team.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Passion for community engagement and providing exceptional customer experiences.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and retail management systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, develop and retain a high-performing team to meet the business needs of both culinary and retail.
• 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.
• Maintain 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.
• Develop and implement strategies, including effective merchandising, marketing, and customer engagement, to exceed sales and financial goals across culinary and retail operations.
• Monitor and analyze key performance metrics daily to identify opportunities and optimize store performance.
• Consistently meet or exceed culinary and retail goals by delivering exceptional classes and customer experiences that drive engagement and sales.
• 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.
• Maintain the accuracy and integrity of associates’ 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.
• Model and ensure all Sur La Table policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs) are communicated effectively to associates, maintained and consistently followed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees