Job Description

Who we are and what were looking forWere Yuppiechef and see ourselves as helping people find moments of joy at home. Were here to offer outstanding and memorable service while selling products that our customers love using. We sweat the small stuff and work hard at ensuring that our customers get the sort of experience that they want when they walk through our doors. How? Well, we do that through our Omnichannel shopping experience, providing our world-class service to our customers, their customer experience is always at the front of our minds. Were foodies, home lovers, aesthetes and early adopters, and were passionate learners more than were experts. We have a loved online store and 20 beautiful physical stores across SA, and were a proud member of the dynamic Mr Price Group.Who you areYou feel energised when you talk about food, cooking and entertaining.You have experience in driving exceptional customer experience in a retail space, are self-motivated, driven, obsessed with the details and love to cook and entertain. You have a strong sense of responsibility for proactively driving sales, working alongside the team representing our retail brand in every way possible. You care about how people feel when they connect with a brand and want to make every interaction world-class. You love to share knowledge and feel that something great has been achieved when a customer has made the best purchase for their needs.What your role would beYou will be working alongside our existing retail team and store management. We are a team that gets very excited about good food and connecting with people over their experiences.

• Oversee daily operations of the store, including opening and closing procedures.
• Lead and motivate a team of retail associates to achieve sales targets and deliver exceptional customer service.
• Train new employees on store policies, product knowledge, and sales techniques.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with management to ensure stock availability.
• Maintain store appearance and cleanliness standards to provide an inviting atmosphere for customers.
• Handle customer inquiries, complaints, and escalations in a professional and timely manner.
• Assist in scheduling and managing employee shifts to optimize staffing levels.
• Implement company policies and procedures to ensure compliance with safety regulations and operational standards.
• Collaborate with management to develop strategies for increasing sales and improving overall store performance.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the smooth operation of the store.

What experience and skills you need for the role

• Minimum 3 - 5 years experience in a premium brand in a retail environment with a knowledge of sales principles
• Knowledge of various POS and stock management systems. You must feel comfortable working with different systems and technology
• Experience in a customer-centric brand
• Grade 12 / Matriculation
• Advantageous: Supervisory experience

Pay and Benefits:We pay competitive, market-related salaries based on skills and experience. Your salary is based on a Total Cost To Company model and includes:

• Medical Aid contributions (Discovery)
• Life, Death & Disability Insurances
• Retirement Annuity
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Staff Discount at all Yuppiechef & Mr Price Group Retailers
• 17 Days Paid Annual Leave increasing to 20 days with length of service.

Yuppiechef is a member of Mr Price Group Limited, an equal opportunity employer, and is committed to Employment Equity. By applying for this role, you agree with our

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