Established 1981 Bagel Chalet Long Island, New York

WE'RE HIRING

Store Manager:

New Hyde Park

COMPANY OVERVIEW

We are a vibrant food establishment dedicated to offering an exciting range of fresh, handcrafted sandwiches and salads. Our focus is on using only the highest quality ingredients, including market-fresh produce and artisan breads, while maintaining our commitment to traditional values and contemporary flavors. We strive to create a welcoming environment where both familiar and innovative tastes come together.

JOB OVERVIEW

We are opening a brand new location in New Hyde Park, and we're looking for an energetic and organized Store Manager to lead our retail team. In this role, you will oversee daily store operations, manage staff, and ensure excellent customer service. The ideal candidate is passionate about retail management, possesses strong leadership skills, and enjoys creating a positive shopping experience for customers. This is a unique opportunity to build a team and a store culture from the ground up as we open this new store. Your proactive approach will help drive sales, maintain inventory control, and foster a motivated team.

Location:

New Hyde Park, NY Job Type:

Full-Time, Salaried Opening:

Late September/early October

RESPONSIBILITIES

▸ Own full responsibility for daily store operations, including opening and closing

▸ Hire, train, and develop Assistant Store Managers and all store staff

▸ Lead and supervise the team to achieve sales targets and deliver outstanding customer service

▸ Implement effective sales strategies and promotional activities to meet or exceed sales targets

▸ Oversee inventory management, including stock purchasing, merchandising, and stock control

▸ Coordinate with suppliers for purchasing needs while managing budgets and pricing strategies

▸ Control labor costs, food costs, and other controllable expenses

▸ Handle payroll processing, bookkeeping, and cash management

▸ Handle customer inquiries, resolve complaints promptly, and ensure customer satisfaction

▸ Support pre-opening setup, including staffing, training, and inventory ordering

▸ Set the tone for excellent customer service and build the store's reputation in the community

QUALIFICATIONS

▸ 3 or more years of retail or food service management experience required

▸ Prior experience opening a new store or location strongly preferred

▸ Proven ability to lead, train, and develop a team

▸ Strong skills in negotiation, employee orientation, interviewing, and recruiting

▸ Strong financial acumen, including experience with P&L, labor cost, and inventory management

▸ Proficiency in POS systems, scheduling software, merchandising, and basic office/bookkeeping tools

▸ Retail store product knowledge, pricing strategies, and retail math

▸ Excellent communication and organizational skills; bilingual or multilingual abilities are a plus

▸ Food handler certification (or willingness to obtain one within 30 days of hire)

▸ Ability to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, weekends, and holidays

WHY BAGEL CHALET

▸ A long-standing, family-oriented Long Island business, established in 1981

▸ The chance to lead a brand new store from day one

▸ Room to grow as Bagel Chalet continues to expand across Nassau County

▸ Competitive salary with performance-based bonus opportunities

Pay:

$66,300.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Employee discount Paid time off People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Application Question(s): Are you able to work early morning, mid shift, close store at 7 and weekends, if necessary?

Experience:

retail management: 3 years (Required)

Language:

Spanish and English (Preferred)

License/Certification:

ServSafe certification (Required) Ability to

Commute:

New Hyde Park, NY 11042 (Required)

Work Location:

In person