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Store Manager - Clarendon

arlington, va • Posted 1 weeks ago
Onsite Full Time Management & Operations

Summary of Role - Lead the Chip City Experience

At Chip City, we're all about Cookies, Customers, and Culture. As a Store Manager, you play a key role in shaping the guest experience and supporting daily store operations. You'll lead by example - bringing positivity, precision, and professionalism to every shift. Store Managers support and guide Cookie Crew Members, uphold brand standards, and ensure smooth, efficient operations. With a focus on teamwork, quality, and customer service, you'll help create an environment where guests feel welcomed and team members feel empowered. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on leadership, clear communication, and building a strong, collaborative store culture.

Primary Responsibilities:

Guest Experience & Hospitality

  • Lead with a customer-first mindset, ensuring warm, memorable interactions for every guest
  • Maintain Chip City's hospitality standards across all touchpoints - in-store, pickup, and delivery
  • Resolve guest concerns with empathy, professionalism, and speed
  • Model positive energy, professionalism, and teamwork at all times
  • Conduct performance check-ins, deliver feedback, and support ongoing development
  • Foster an inclusive, supportive, and fun work culture

Operations & Execution

  • Oversee daily store operations, ensuring smooth opening, midday, and closing routines
  • Lead and support accurate production planning to meet customer demand
  • Ensure adherence to food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized bakery environment at all times

Sales & Business Performance

  • Execute marketing initiatives, loyalty program promotions, and limit-time flavor launches
  • Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and identify opportunities to improve sales and service

Staffing & Scheduling

  • Build effective weekly schedules that balance labor needs, team availability, and business demands
  • Manage callouts and shift coverage to maintain smooth operations
  • Monitor labor costs and adjust when necessary while maintaining service levels

Inventory & Equipment

  • Oversee inventory management, including ordering, receiving, stock rotation, and waste control
  • Keep all equipment operational, performing routine checks and submitting timely maintenance requests

Communication & Compliance

  • Communicate clearly and consistently with the Multi Unit Manager and team
  • Uphold all Chip City policies, procedures, and brand standards
  • Ensure compliance with cash handling, safety, and security protocols

Required Skills & Experience

  • 1-2 years of supervisory or management experience in food service, retail, hospitality, or similar environment
  • Strong leadership skills, motivates, coaches, and leads by example
  • Excellent communication skills, clear, friendly, confident, and solution oriented
  • Experience in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
  • Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices
  • Skilled at managing multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and composure under pressure
  • Comfortable using POS systems, scheduling tools, and basic reporting
  • Passion for creating memorable, customer focused experiences
  • Holds a Food Protection Certification (or is willing to obtain one where required)
  • Successfully completes all training programs to uphold Chip City standards

Physical Requirements:

  • Able to stand for extended periods and operate a cash register or related equipment
  • Capable of moving throughout the bakery, stockroom, and office areas, and lifting up to 30 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation
  • Comfortable performing repetitive motions for extended periods
  • Able to work in a warm, fast-paced environment around commercial ovens and baking equipment
  • Flexible availability, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans
  • Up to 10 days of Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • 50% Off employee discount
  • Commuter benefits with pre-tax savings

Pay Range: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour + bonus potential

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