WHO YOU ARE As our Assistant Manager, you support the Store Manager and management team in achievement of sales and service goals. You contribute to the store’s success through role modeling brand standards, your ability to motivate and influence others, and through your constant drive for and achievement of results. Our Assistant Managers are nimble, can multi-task and are willing to learn new skills that will help you lead the team in a dynamic environment. You embody hospitality, charm, and professionalism.

WHO WE ARE More than just cookware, Le Creuset has been a colorful companion to meals and memories around the world since 1925. Respect for tradition and authenticity have been Le Creuset’s guiding principal for nearly 100 years – our passion for superior artisanal quality, exceptional design, and European craftsmanship have remained constant.

YOUR DAY-TO-DAY

Deliver results to meet or exceed store goals and company objectives

• Achieve personal sales and KPI goals.
• Partner with the Store Manager to implement strategies and tactics to drive positive business results.
• Support the Store Manager by actively coaching in the moment, role playing and motivating associates to improve performance behaviors.
• Support the Store Manager by identifying and leveraging partnerships that benefit both the community and store.

Foster a collaborative team environment that celebrates achievements while promoting accountability and individual/team contribution

• Create a positive work environment where all employees are motivated to do their best.
• Assist the Store Manager in recognizing and rewarding individual and team accomplishments using existing tools and programs while finding innovative methods of recognition.
• Promote and inspire a strong sales and service culture in a selling environment.
• Work with the Store Manager to attract, develop and retain the finest people to build a talent pipeline to achieve current and future business goals.

Executes and maintain store standards to meet business needs

• Maintain visual standards, store merchandising practices, and operational activities (including banking and payroll).
• Support the Store Manager in the processing and accuracy of inventory through accurate receiving of shipments, processing of damages, annual inventory, etc.
• Execute plans/directions/schedules and act with a sense of urgency to meet the changing priorities, store needs and demands of the business.
• Monitor and respond to district and corporate communications throughout the day.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Prior retail sales and supervisory experience, preferably in a specialty retail environment
• Flexibility to work non-traditional hours, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays
• Physical requirements include the ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time on the salesfloor; climb on ladders; lift and carry up to 25 pounds
• Proficiency using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and POS/laptop/handheld systems
• High School Graduate or equivalent
• Must be 18 years of age

EXTRA EXTRAS

• Authentic passion around cooking, baking and entertaining
• Desire to develop and grow into future leadership roles

THE PERKS

• (employee only)
• Monthly bonus opportunity based on store sales achievement
• Vacation Holiday Pay
• In-store incentives
• 401k Match
• Growth opportunities: Growth = Joy and we are all about encouraging both
• Work/life balance: No need to show off your juggling skills, we offer the flexibility and the resources to balance both
• Generous employee discount: How much space do you have in your kitchen? Seriously.

The above information represents typical elements and criteria considered necessary to perform this role successfully. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this role. Other job-related duties may be assigned by the supervisor.

WHY JOIN US Our mission is simple - to inspire and empower people everywhere to make joy through cooking. Our recipe is equal parts passion, hard work and fun with a culture as vibrant as our products. We constantly stretch ourselves and encourage our associates to do the same. When you join Le Creuset, you become part of a dynamic team that focuses on innovation and collaboration. You are part of something bigger…from your first day to every moment thereafter, you’re going to love what you do!

FLSA STATUS Non-exempt

EEO STATEMENT Le Creuset is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Le Creuset seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.

Experience

• Flexibility to work non-traditional hours, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays

• Prior retail sales and supervisory experience, preferably in a specialty retail environment

Education

• High School or better