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Houchens Food Group, Inc

STORE MANAGER

Morehead, KY · On-site

The store manager also directly supervises sales workers in the grocery department. Other duties may include but are not limited to management functions, such as purchasing, budgeting, accounting ...

Houchens Food Group, Inc.

STORE MANAGER

Morehead, KY · On-site

The store manager also directly supervises sales workers in the grocery department. Other duties may include but are not limited to management functions, such as purchasing, budgeting, accounting ...

HOUCHENS FOOD GROUP INC

STORE MANAGER

Morehead, KY · On-site

The store manager also directly supervises sales workers in the grocery department. Other duties may include but are not limited to management functions, such as purchasing, budgeting, accounting ...

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As of Aug 25, 2026, the average yearly pay for store manager in Morehead, KY is $47,408.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $36,400.00 and $56,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a store manager?

Store Managers are responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a retail store. They manage staff, ensure customer satisfaction, handle inventory, and work to achieve sales goals. Store Managers also handle administrative tasks such as scheduling, budgeting, and reporting. Their role is crucial in maintaining the store's profitability and ensuring smooth business operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a store manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Store Manager, you need expertise in retail operations, inventory management, and leadership, usually supported by experience in retail and a high school diploma or higher. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, scheduling software, and inventory tracking tools is typically required. Strong interpersonal skills, problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to motivate teams help a Store Manager stand out. These qualities ensure effective store operations, excellent customer service, and the achievement of sales targets.

What are some of the main challenges a store manager faces when leading a retail team?

Store Managers often navigate challenges such as balancing operational efficiency with providing excellent customer service, managing staff schedules to ensure optimal coverage, and handling unexpected situations like inventory shortages or high-traffic periods. Effective communication and adaptability are crucial, as Store Managers regularly coordinate with sales associates, upper management, and vendors. Developing strong leadership skills helps in motivating the team, resolving conflicts, and meeting sales targets while maintaining a positive store environment.

How much do you get paid as a store manager?

The average salary for a store manager varies by location and industry but typically ranges from $40,000 to $70,000 annually. Experienced managers with additional responsibilities or working in larger retail chains can earn higher salaries, often supplemented with bonuses and benefits.
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STORE MANAGER

Houchens Food Group, Inc

Morehead, KY • On-site

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago

Houchens Food Group rating

4.9

Company rating: 4.9 out of 10

Based on 115 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

109th of 123 rated grocery stores

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY
The store manager is responsible for the successful operation of the store. This includes achieving satisfactory sales and profits as set forth by a specific operating budget. The store manager also directly supervises sales workers in the grocery department. Other duties may include but are not limited to management functions, such as purchasing, budgeting, accounting, and personnel work, in addition to supervisory duties.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential Functions Statement(s)
  • Provide customer service by greeting and assisting customers, and responding to customer inquiries and complaints.
  • Monitor sales activities to ensure that customers receive satisfactory service and quality goods.
  • Assign employees to specific duties.
  • Direct and supervise employees engaged in sales, inventory-taking, reconciling cash receipts, or in performing services for customers.
  • Inventory stock and reorder when inventory drops to a specified level.
  • Keep records of purchases, sales, and requisitions.
  • Enforce safety, health, and security rules.
  • Examine products purchased for resale or received for storage to assess the condition of each product or item.
  • Recruit, interview, hire, train, evaluate personnel performance, demote, promote and terminate store employees when necessary.
  • Insure all employees know, understand and follow company policies and standards.
  • Constantly measure performance, evaluate and take corrective action.
  • Instruct staff on how to handle difficult and complicated sales.
  • Assure productivity of employees through example and leadership.
  • Achieve sales and profit objectives through example and leadership.
  • Examine merchandise to ensure that it is correctly priced, displayed and that it functions as advertised.
  • Achieve maximum productivity by planning, developing and maintaining work schedules, records of employees' work schedules, time cards and all other necessary records.
  • Organize, calculate and accurately enter daily sales information and sent to the corporate office.
  • Maintain constant up to date knowledge of local competition.
  • Confer with company officials to develop methods and procedures to increase sales, expand markets, and promote business.
  • Control store expenses
  • Plan budgets and authorize payments and merchandise returns.
  • Provide adequate supervision to reduce loss due to theft.
  • Stay familiar with all emails and memos.
  • Maintain and preserve company property.
  • Prevent overstocks and/or out of stocks through correct product ordering.
  • Develop favorable customer image through cleanliness, attractiveness and employee conduct by providing necessary supervision.
  • Review and monitor all scheduled shift hours.
  • Abide by all city, county, state and federal regulations.
  • Assist in all areas that need attention or assign a person the complete the task.
  • Record all sales at the time of purchase.
  • Accurately record all markups, markdowns, spoilage and store use of merchandise according to company policy.
  • Verify all money from the previous day and calculate the daily deposit and sign off on office count.
  • Prepare end of the week reports accurately, or insure that they are done by trained employees.
  • Properly record all hours worked on the computer, time card report and sign the time punch report verifying all hours worked.
  • Total time punch report accurately to insure employees are paid correctly.
  • Verify and close out payroll.
  • See that all new employees on each shift are trained.
  • Maintain warning notices to reflect a continuous performance record of all employees.
  • Advise supervisor of any personnel situations or policy violations having a negative effect on store operations.
  • Check all equipment for proper working conditions.
  • Responsible for controlling payroll within budget guidelines.
  • Enforce correct vendor check-in procedures, within company guidelines and as instructed by supervisor.
  • Keep safe locked at all times.
  • Follow company policy by maintaining a low cash drawer and utilizing the safe, as instructed by supervisor.
  • Responsible for opening and closing the store.
  • Complete shift-checkout report at appropriate times as instructed by supervisor.
  • Notify supervisor immediately if the bank deposit is not made on a daily basis.
  • Share the responsibility for controlling the inventory in the store.
  • Order and maintain merchandise to prevent out of stocks.
  • Build and maintain displays that are sellable.
  • Prepare and maintain perishable foods according to company standards and as instructed by supervisor.
  • Maintain coolers, shelves and displays by keeping them full and fronted at all times.
  • Properly clean and maintain store equipment.
  • Perform other job related tasks as requested by the management staff.
  • Observe management schedule by opening and closing the store on time.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Competency Statement(s)
  • Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
  • Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
  • Ambition - The drive to achieve personal advancement.
  • Analytical Skills - Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.
  • Assertiveness - Ability to act in a self-confident manner to facilitate completion of a work assignment or to defend a position or idea.
  • Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
  • Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.
  • Competitiveness - Willingness to strive to get ahead or to finish projects.
  • Customer Oriented - Ability to take care of the customers' needs while following company procedures.
  • Decision Making - Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures.
  • Energetic - Ability to work at a sustained pace and produce quality work.
  • Goal Oriented - Ability to focus on a goal and obtain a pre-determined result.
  • Initiative - Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal.
  • Innovative - Ability to look beyond the standard solutions.
  • Interpersonal - Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals.
  • Leadership - Ability to influence others to perform their jobs effectively and to be responsible for making decisions.
  • Management Skills - Ability to organize and direct oneself and effectively supervise others.
  • Motivation - Ability to inspire oneself and others to reach a goal and/or perform to the best of their ability.
  • Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
  • Patience - Ability to act calmly under stress and strain, and of not being hasty or impetuous.
  • Presentation Skills - Ability to effectively present information publicly.
  • Project Management - Ability to organize and direct a project to completion.
  • Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.
  • Responsible - Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one's conduct.
  • Team Builder - Ability to convince a group of people to work toward a goal.
  • Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.

SKILLS & ABILITIES
Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)
Experience: No prior experience necessary
Computer Skills
Microsoft Office and other general computer knowledge
Other Requirements
Required to have access to a phone at all times and must be able to complete basic math calculations.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Physical Demands Lift/Carry
Stand F (Frequently)
Walk F (Frequently)
Sit F (Frequently)
Handling / Fingering F (Frequently)
Reach Outward F (Frequently)
Reach Above Shoulder F (Frequently)
Climb O (Occasionally)
Crawl O (Occasionally)
Squat or Kneel F (Frequently)
Bend F (Frequently)
Lift/Carry
10 lbs or less C (Constantly)
11-20 lbs F (Frequently)
21-50 lbs F (Frequently)
51-100 lbs F (Frequently)
Over 100 lbs O (Occasionally)
Push/Pull
12 lbs or less F (Frequently)
13-25 lbs F (Frequently)
26-40 lbs F (Frequently)
41-100 lbs O (Occasionally)
N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this occupation.
O (Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)
F (Frequently) Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)
C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)
Other Physical Requirements
Vision (Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth Perception)
Sense of Sound (Must be able to hear emergency sounds, intercom, fan motors, etc.)
Sense of Smell
Sense of Touch
Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (Back belts required when unloading and lifting heavy products and/or objects.)
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Grocery and Store Office
Houchens Food Group is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are made without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, religion, disability, or pregnancy. Applicants may request accommodations based on religious beliefs, disability, or pregnancy.
Subject to pre-employment background and drug screening.

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