Food Store Manager

Work setting

• Bakery

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Manage staff and assign duties
• Study market research and trends to determine consumer demand, potential sales volumes and effect of competitors' operations on sales
• Determine merchandise and services to be sold
• Implement price and credits policies
• Locate, select and procure merchandise for resale
• Develop and implement marketing strategies
• Plan budgets and monitor revenues and expenses
• Determine staffing requirements
• Resolve problems that arise, such as customer complaints and supply shortages
• Plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate daily operations
• Recruit, hire and supervise staff and/or volunteers

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Point of sale system
• Word processing software
• Database software
• Electronic mail

Food specialties

• Bakery goods and desserts

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Analytical
• Efficiency
• Positive attitude
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Team player