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Retail Operator Jobs in Mountainside, NJ (NOW HIRING)

Frette

Head of Retail

Manhattan, NY

Implement, monitor, and continuously reinforce Frette's retail operating standards and brand guidelines across all stores, ensuring consistency in customer experience, visual presentation, service ...

Frette

Head of Retail

Manhattan, NY

Implement, monitor, and continuously reinforce Frette's retail operating standards and brand guidelines across all stores, ensuring consistency in customer experience, visual presentation, service ...

Frette

Head of Retail

Manhattan, NY · On-site

Implement, monitor, and continuously reinforce Frette's retail operating standards and brand guidelines across all stores, ensuring consistency in customer experience, visual presentation, service ...

Frette

Head of Retail

Manhattan, NY · On-site

Implement, monitor, and continuously reinforce Frette's retail operating standards and brand guidelines across all stores, ensuring consistency in customer experience, visual presentation, service ...

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How much do retail operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for retail operator in Mountainside, NJ is $21.52, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.98 and $24.28 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Retail Operator vs Retail Manager?

AspectRetail OperatorRetail Manager
ResponsibilitiesOversees daily store operations, manages staff, handles customer serviceLeads store team, develops sales strategies, manages budgets and staff performance
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent, experience in retailHigh school diploma, often some management or leadership training
Work EnvironmentRetail stores, fast-paced, customer-focusedRetail stores, managerial setting, strategic planning
Industry UsageCommonly used for operational roles in retailUsed for leadership roles overseeing multiple staff or locations

Retail Operators focus on daily store functions and customer service, while Retail Managers take on leadership, strategic planning, and team development. Both roles are essential in retail, but they differ in scope and responsibilities.

What do retail operators do?

Retail operators manage daily store operations, including supervising staff, ensuring customer satisfaction, maintaining inventory, and handling sales transactions. They often use point-of-sale systems and require good communication and organizational skills to ensure the store runs efficiently.

What is the easiest retail operator job to get into?

Entry-level retail positions such as cashier or sales associate are generally the easiest retail operator jobs to obtain, as they often require minimal prior experience and may not need specialized certifications. These roles typically involve customer service, basic sales skills, and working in a retail environment with flexible schedules.
Retail Operator jobs near you
Infographic showing various Retail Operator job openings in Mountainside, NJ as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 69% Full Time, 29% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,770 per year, or $21.5 per hour.

Dispensary General Manager

Viridian Staffing

Brooklyn, NY

$85K - $115K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

Viridian Staffing's (www.viridianstaffing.com) Client is looking for a highly experienced General Manager for a Cannabis Retail Store in Queens, New York.

Founded in 2013, Viridian Staffing (www.viridianstaffing.com) is the Original staffing, recruiting, and HR consulting firm solely dedicated to organizations in and supporting the commercial, medical, and industrial cannabis / hemp industry.

As the General Manager of a cannabis dispensary, you will be responsible for leading a large-format retail cannabis store in Queens. This opportunity is ideal for a proven cannabis retail operator who has successfully managed high-volume retail environments, larger teams, and fast-paced store operations. You will be responsible for driving sales, managing labor, building and training the team, sourcing products, managing vendors, overseeing inventory, ensuring compliance, and creating operational processes for a new retail location.

This role requires a strong, hands-on operator who can manage a busy retail environment with significant customer traffic and extended operating hours. You should be comfortable creating structure in a cannabis retail store, establishing SOPs, organizing product flow, managing delivery and pickup processes, and ensuring the store is properly staffed and stocked to support strong sales growth. The right person will know how to balance speed, customer experience, team leadership, inventory management, and regulatory compliance.

You bring with you at least 5+ years of retail management experience, including cannabis retail management experience. Prior experience managing 20-30+ employees, working in high-volume retail, buying cannabis products, building vendor relationships, managing Flowhub or a similar cannabis POS system, and overseeing cash controls, audits, inventory, and compliance is strongly preferred. Experience in cannabis retail is required. Experience with store opening(s) is strongly preferred.

The ideal candidate is a strong retail leader who understands how to build teams, manage performance, control inventory, source the right products, and grow a newer store into a successful operation. Flexibility with schedule and operating hours will be important for this location.

If you are a results-driven cannabis retail leader with the ability to lead a high-traffic store, manage a larger team, and take ownership of a new retail operation, we look forward to receiving your resume.

Pay Range: $85,000-$115,000

Viridian Enterprises LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Viridian does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, veteran status, physical or mental disability, Marital status, genetic information, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at recruiting at viridianstaffing.com