Retail Store District Manager

Cracker Barrel

. Lead, coach, and develop Retail Managers and hourly retail employees across the district .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeRemote • Kansas • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership in Retail Management, focusing on team development, operational excellence, and financial performance across multiple locations. Proficient in analyzing business metrics and sales trends to drive improvements and identify growth opportunities.

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Retail Management ExperienceTeam DevelopmentOperational ExcellenceFinancial Performance ManagementBusiness Metrics Analysis

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Hard Skills

Inventory Performance AnalysisSales Conversion AnalysisExpense ManagementGoal SettingProfit/Loss Ratio Management

Soft Skills

CoachingLeadershipCommunication

Industry Keywords

Retail ManagementGuest ExperienceBrand StandardsOperational ExcellenceSales Trends

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead, coach, and develop Retail Managers and hourly retail employees across the district
Use business metrics and sales trends to set goals and drive measurable improvement in each store
Partner with the Restaurant District Manager to align guest experience, cleanliness, and brand standards
Analyze inventory performance, guest traffic, and sales conversion to maximize profitability
Regularly visit each store to assess performance, ensure operational excellence, and support the team
Maintain a healthy profit/loss ratio in every gift shop by managing expenses and identifying growth opportunities
Drive operational excellence, store performance, financial results, and future-leader development across multiple stores

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 5 years of management experience
At least 2 years of Retail Management experience at Cracker Barrel
Willing and able to travel within your assigned district
Willing and able to work holidays and weekends as needed
Ability to use business metrics and sales trends to drive measurable improvement
Ability to analyze inventory performance, guest traffic, and sales conversion
Ability to manage expenses and identify opportunities for growth

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Annual Salary
Annual Merit Increase Opportunities
Quarterly Bonus Opportunities
Medical, Rx, Dental and Vision Benefits on Day 1
Life Insurance and Disability Coverage
Paid Vacation
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement
Professional Development
Onboarding, training, and development
Recognition programs and employee events
401k Plan with Company Matching Contributions at 90 days
Employee Stock Purchase Program
35% Discount on Cracker Barrel Food and Retail items
Exclusive Biscuit Perks like discounts on home, travel, cell phones, and more