Job Description

Grocery Store Manager - Summerhill Market

Location:

Toronto, ON (Annex & Rosedale Locations)

About Summerhill Market:

Summerhill Market is a boutique grocery store chain in the GTA, celebrated for our scratch-made prepared foods, curated specialty products, and commitment to exceptional customer service. We are not your typical grocery store--our team is passionate about food, service, and creating a one-of-a-kind shopping experience for our customers.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a

confident, passionate, and hands-on Grocery Store Manager

to lead one of our Toronto locations. This is an exciting opportunity for a

dynamic, entrepreneurial leader

with a strong sense of urgency and a commitment to excellence.

As Grocery Store Manager, you will

run the store like it's your own

--taking ownership of every aspect of operations, from

product quality and inventory control

to

team leadership and customer engagement

. You'll work across

all grocery retail departments

--including Grocery, Produce, Prepared Foods, Deli, Meat, Bakery, Floral, and Cash--ensuring the store operates at the highest level and exceeds customer expectations every day.

Key Responsibilities:

Run the store as your own, making strategic decisions to meet customer needs and drive business growth Ensure exceptional store conditions--clean, organized, visually appealing, and fully stocked with in-demand, high-quality products Lead by example on the floor, working alongside your team to set clear expectations and maintain a culture of accountability and excellence Oversee all departments (Grocery, Produce, Prepared Foods, Deli, Meat, Bakery, Floral, and Cash), collaborating with department managers on merchandising, operations, and staffing Maintain strict food safety and health compliance, ensuring all standards are met or exceeded Manage inventory, ordering, receiving, and stock rotation to optimize product availability and minimize shrink Recruit, train, develop, and motivate team members to achieve individual and store-wide goals Review sales, labour, and inventory data to make informed, results-driven decisions Build and maintain strong customer relationships, fostering loyalty and a memorable shopping experience

What You Bring:

5+ years of experience in grocery or retail store management (multi-department experience strongly preferred) Proven leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams in a fast-paced environment Well-rounded operational expertise across all grocery departments--Grocery, Produce, Prepared Foods, Deli, Meat, Bakery, Floral, and Cash Confidence and decisiveness in managing store operations with minimal head office oversight Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills with a sense of urgency and accountability A customer-first mindset and passion for delivering top-tier service and product quality

Why Join Summerhill Market:

Autonomy to run the store as your own while supported by a growing Toronto brand Opportunities for career growth within a company that values innovation and leadership Competitive salary, weekly pay, and benefits for full-time employees Generous employee discount and complimentary branded apparel Be part of a passionate, collaborative team committed to food excellence and community
If you're a driven, confident grocery professional ready to lead a high-performing team and create a store experience that stands out, we want to hear from you.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care
Schedule:

Monday to Friday Weekends as needed
Ability to commute/relocate:

Toronto, ON M5R 3G7: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:

Grocery Store Management: 5 years (preferred) People Management: 5 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person