As Store Manager at Cheese & More by Henri Willig in Maastricht, you will be ultimately responsible for a premium shop concept in a vibrant, international and tourist city. You will lead a team, manage results and monitor the quality of guest experience, service and presentation. You do this within a stable, international family business where respect for people, animals and nature is central.
You will have room to do business within a clear retail concept, take responsibility and develop yourself further. Your leadership visibly makes a difference - for the team, the guests and the brand.-->
What will you do as a store manager at Henri Willig?
You are responsible for the daily management of the shop and the team, focusing on guest experience, quality and commercial results.
Together with your team, you create a professional, warm working atmosphere in which cooperation, ownership and fun are key.
You coach and develop employees, encourage them to take responsibility and ensure stable staffing, also during your absence.
You actively monitor and promote the Cheese & More by Henri Willig concept to guests, colleagues and external partners.
You are the point of contact for local collaborations, suppliers and internal departments and contribute to local entrepreneurship within clear frameworks.
You manage results (including turnover, service and team development) and report to the regional manager.
By fulfilling this role professionally and in your own way, you and your team will build a shop where quality, hospitality and pride come together.
We are looking for a store manager who:
has experience in a managerial position within retail, hospitality or a similar guest-oriented environment
has strong communication and interpersonal skills and enjoys taking responsibility;
can coach, develop and motivate people, while being clear and decisive;
has a passion for retail, tourism and premium food, and knows how to convey this as a brand ambassador - in-store and in cooperation with marketing;
thinks analytically and commercially and recognises and implements improvement opportunities;
is fluent in Dutch and English (German is an important advantage);
is prepared to work flexibly within a fixed shop schedule. You will work four or five days a week within the opening hours of 10 am to 8 pm.
We offer you as store manager:
A competitive salary of €3,740 to €4,151 gross per month (full-time), appropriate for a managerial retail position in this region and depending on experience.
A position within a stable and international family business with a strong brand and clear values.
Collaboration with committed colleagues and an international customer base.
A thorough induction and training programme on site, supported by experienced colleagues.
Room for own responsibility, initiative and entrepreneurship within the concept.
Concrete development and advancement opportunities through the Henri Willig Academy, including training in retail leadership and people management.
A workplace in the heart of Maastricht, easily accessible by public transport.
Are you interested in this varied position?
We would like to receive your CV and a personal motivation why you would like to be part of the Cheese Family.
Henri Willig is a fast-growing independent livestock farmer, cheese producer, retailer and exporter that has been successful in the exclusive cheese segment since 1974. Henri Willig has a strong position in the national and international market for Dutch cheese and organic cheese specialities. The total organisation comprises a livestock farm, 2 cheese dairies, 40 shops in the Netherlands, Germany and Austria, a Grand Café and a Webshop.