Assistant Store Manager – Hotel Chocolat

Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: United States
Company Name: Mars

About Hotel Chocolat

Hotel Chocolat is the UK’s favorite premium chocolate brand, now expanding in the U.S. We are passionate about “Making People Happy Through Chocolate” and delivering exceptional customer experiences through our luxury products, cafés, and retail spaces.

The Role

As an Assistant Store Manager, you’ll support the Store Manager in leading a multi-skilled retail and café team. You’ll focus on driving sales, exceeding customer expectations, and representing the Hotel Chocolat brand. This is a hands-on leadership role with opportunities for career growth.

Key Responsibilities

People

  • Assist with recruiting, training, and motivating team members.

  • Provide coaching and performance feedback to drive results.

  • Foster a positive, high-performance culture.

Brand

  • Act as a Hotel Chocolat Brand Ambassador.

  • Ensure consistent, high-quality customer experiences.

  • Maintain operational excellence across the store.

Business

  • Manage store operations in the Store Manager’s absence.

  • Achieve/exceed sales budgets and KPIs.

  • Optimize scheduling, productivity, and performance.

  • Ensure compliance with company standards, health, and safety.

What We’re Looking For

  • High school diploma or equivalent

  • 3+ years management experience in retail, premium retail, or food & beverage

  • Strong leadership, coaching, and communication skills

  • Proven ability to deliver results against sales targets

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook

  • Knowledge of Food Hygiene, Allergens, and Health & Safety (preferred)

What We Offer

  • Competitive base salary + performance incentives

  • 50% unlimited staff discount

  • 70% discount at our Hotel in St Lucia

  • Flexible working discussions available

  • Comprehensive benefits package: medical, dental, 401(k), PTO

  • Exciting opportunities to grow with an innovative, expanding company

Additional Information

  • Mars does not sponsor employment visas for this role.

  • Relocation benefits are not available.


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