Retail Lead (Sur La Table) Part Time

Job description

With over 58 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. **Position Overview** As a **Retail Lead** at Sur La Table, you play a key role in the success of the retail store by inspiring customers throughout every stage of their culinary experience. In this leadership role, the **Retail Lead** supports the General Manager (GM) or Store Manager (SM) in achieving sales and operational goals. As a key driver of in-store performance, **Retail Lead** serves as the Manager on Duty (MOD), ensuring smooth daily operations and always delivering a **#bestincenter** customer experience, a company-wide standard for excellence in service. **Key Responsibilities** **Leadership & Team Development** · Lead the sales floor and oversee daily store operations as Manager on Duty (MOD). · Provides in-the-moment coaching and feedback to elevate performance and team engagement. Communicate performance issues directly to the General Manager/Store Manager. · Support onboarding, training, and development of new associates. **Customer Experience & Brand Representation** · 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. **Sales & Business Performance** · Support the achievement of store sales goals through effective customer engagement and team motivation. · Maximize selling opportunities by identifying customer needs and offering relevant solutions. · Consistently meet or exceed monthly sales goals, contributing to overall store revenue. Performance is measured by key KPIs such as individual sales volume, average transaction value, and customer conversion rates. **Operations & Compliance** · Direct employees to ensure appropriate merchandise stock levels and that the selling floor is adequately stocked and merchandised in accordance with visual standards. · Complete inventory transactions including, but not limited to, receiving, MOS (Mark Out of Stock), and RARs (Return Authorization Requests). · 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. **Physical Requirements** · Ability to communicate verbally and work cooperatively with associates and customers. · Ability to remain standing for up to 4 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 20 and 25 hours with the ability to have a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays. · Regular and predictable attendance. **Qualifications & Experience** · Must be 21 years of age or older at the time of employment. · 1 year of retail management experience, preferably in a specialty or culinary retail environment. · 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.