General Manager of Retail - Eataly Chicago

Eataly’s bustling marketplaces feature a comprehensive retail offering including: imported and local grocery products; bread, pasta and mozzarella produced daily on premises; an extensive selection of fresh meat, fish and cheese; wine; and housewares.

The General Manager (GM) of Retail oversees the complex retail operations of an Eataly store. The GM of Retail is an operational leader who not only sets strategy and analyzes financials but also leads through example and stays close to the products and team through consistent presence on the floor.

Reports to the Director of Store Operations. Manages the Fresh Market Manager and Dry Market Manager.

• Directs and organizes the store’s retail operations, including Fresh Retail, Dry Retail, and Front End Operations, to maximize profitability

• Oversees Front End operations, including the Cash Office and overall cash management for the building, ensuring proper cash handling, controls and accountability

• Develops departmental goals and leads a team of managers

• Works closely with each manager to understand operational needs and boost interdepartmental collaboration

• Analyzes financial data and develops strategies around pricing, merchandising and promotions

• Manages merchandise and creates product lists, identifying roll-outs and phase-outs of products

• Prepares weekly updates on the retail department for senior leadership

• Assists with employee hiring, assignment, training, payroll, scheduling, evaluations and terminations

• Documents, investigates and resolves employee and guest incidents

• Performs other duties as required or assigned