Coba, center for entrepreneurship - learning lab store manager

COBA, Center for Entrepreneurship - Learning Lab Store Manager

Employment Type: Student Employee

Hourly Rate: $15-$18

Special Note: All students are required to read the BU Student Employment Policy prior to submitting an application. All Federal Work-Study students should read the program rules and regulations located at http://www.belmont.edu/sfs/employment/fws.html

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of accountability for all store operations, team performance, and Center staff communication.
• Conduct weekly check-ins with each team lead, review progress reports, and ensure all team responsibilities are on schedule.
• Oversee daily store operations: confirm inventory is on the floor, cleaning standards are met, social posts are going up, and all scheduled responsibilities are being met.
• Prepare and run the Monday management meeting agenda in coordination with Center staff. Rotate meeting leadership among team leads as appropriate.
• Build and manage the staff schedule within the allocated labor budget, using the P&L to inform staffing decisions beyond baseline needs.
• Document staff issues and concerns according to the store strike and notice policy and escalate to Center staff early.
• Manage store supply needs and cleanliness standards on an ongoing basis.
• Participate in mentorship and leadership guidance with the Entrepreneur-in-Residence through the Center.
• This position requires a minimum of 15 hours per week.

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to hold peers accountable and follow through on commitments.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, written and verbal.
• Comfortable making judgment calls and escalating issues without waiting to be asked.
• Familiarity with the store's operations, team structure, and weekly rhythms.
• Availability to lead Monday staff meetings at 10:00 a.m. is required.

Required Education

• Must be currently enrolled as an undergraduate student at Belmont University.
• Sophomore standing or above required.

Required Experience

• Prior experience as a Learning Lab Store Associate is required.
• Experience on the Management team is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with store POS system, the store P&L, and team scheduling is expected.