The Area Manager manages retail operations in New York City, which currently includes 4 retail locations   (20-30 total employees) in Manhattan. This is a full time position, responsible for ongoing store operations within NYC - hiring & training FOH team, upholding and streamlining processes, liaising between stores and the central kitchen, and actively participate in day-to-day store operations when needed. Initially, you will oversee 4 NYC stores, and as we expand our NYC Market, the number of stores and employees you are responsible for will increase. 
If you are a strong leader who is passionate about people, energized by the idea of changing the way people eat on the go, and full of positive energy, this may be the position for you.

Perks
Why do I want to work at Proper Food? Oh, we'll tell you... 

• An  annual salary of $75,000-$85,000,   depending on experience,  plus a bonus program -we reward both personal and company-wide performance
• Flexible vacation time
• Company contribution towards medical, dental and vision insurance after 60 days of employment
• Commuter benefits program for pre-tax savings
• Delicious shift meals
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Stores are open Monday-Friday and closed most major Holidays
• With Proper Food's growth comes your growth - we mean it! We develop our team members & promote from within.

• An exceptional leader – you’ve got that magical mix of being able to instill a high energy, positive & warm culture, coach people to full potential and hold everyone accountable.

• Passionate about food – and even more passionate about people. Helping others succeed and delighting customers makes you happy.

• Proactive, resourceful and scrappy – you always find a way

• Able to handle a fast-paced and demanding environment with grace. Flexible and able to roll with it.

• Disciplined approach to priority setting with the ability to identify the root cause of store operations and people opportunities and move quickly to improve performance.

• Service oriented with a commitment to quality and consistency – on top of every detail

• Unwavering honesty, transparency and integrity.

• Great sense of humor and contagious positive energy

• Flexible & reliable – able to respond to and ensure coverage for last minute call-outs & emergencies

Specifically, you must have:

• 4+ years of retail/ restaurant management experience. You don’t necessarily need to have been an Area Manager, but you do need to have managed a team of 10+ people.

• Computer skills including Microsoft Word & Excel. Adobe programs are a plus.

Qualifications & Essential Functions

• High School education preferred
• Department of Health Food Handlers Card required
• Appropriately groomed for direct engagement with clientele
• Will be exposed to various environmental conditions such as cold due to refrigeration or heat due to hot surfaces or espresso machines
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals
• Ability to speak, read, and write in English
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds
• Ability to sit, stand, climb stairs, and bend would be required