Cherry Hill Programs Hiring for District Manager – Santa Photos Canada at Ottawa, ON Full Time

Location(s): 5+ Locations

Department: Retail Field Operations

Reports to: Regional Manager

Seasonal, Exempt

Exciting full-time, seasonal District Manager position offering paid training, bonus opportunities, career progression and future seasonal work.

A District Manager (DM) for Cherry Hill Programs (CHP) is a seasonal team leader responsible for multiple locations within a designated geographic area, closely supported by a Regional Manager (RM).

This is a full-time seasonal position from September 2021-January 2022.

Requirements:
Minimum age 18

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint with daily access to a computer/Internet

Attend preseason training with Regional Manager

Adherence to CHP Policies and Procedures

Ability to travel 95% including overnights, if required

Ability to lift and/or move 10-25 pounds and stand for long periods

Ability to read and speak English

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Work closely with Regional Manager on details for each location; e.g. opening dates, hours of operation, special events, and concerns/issues throughout season

Recruit and train qualified Local Managers for each location, assisting each with successfully recruiting and training their teams

Visit each location during season at least weekly, w/additional visits if necessary.

Participate in weekly team conference calls with Regional Manager

Respond to all business-related emails/calls within 24hrs

Work with Marketing Director at each location prior to and throughout season

Prepare each location for opening day with completion of hiring, inventories, equipment setup/testing, staff scheduling/staff training and bank deposit procedures

Maintain a working knowledge of CHP Policies and Procedures and ensure teams work within them to safeguard health and safety across all sites

Implement new operational changes for the season and submit a weekly audit for each location

Manage and support each Local Manager and team; help Local Managers apply upselling techniques to meet/surpass sales goals, oversee inventory/supplies, and assist with staff hiring/terminations

Oversee budgeted staff hours and verify daily bank deposits with Local Managers to ensure accurate weekly reporting on our supportive software.

Establish/maintain a good working relationship with each venue manager, serving as an escalation point for all customer-related concerns

Education/Work Experience Requirements:
High School Diploma

College Degree or equivalent work experience

Prior proven success managing multiple locations in retail/service industry

You’ll be trained in (previous experience will be an advantage):

Reading, analyzing and interpreting general business forms

Composing business correspondence and reports

Effectively presenting information, responding to MD/LM/Staff and Customer concerns

Building on excellent customer service and communication skills

Solid recruiting and hiring abilities

Building, managing, motivating, and leading a Team.

Time management, prioritization and effective problem solving

Operating camera, POS and other equipment

Join us in creating a magical experience for all families and children visiting Santa Claus for their annual Christmas photo!

Brand: Cherry Hill Programs

Address: 50 Rideau Street Ottawa, ON – K1N9J7

Property Description: 1464 – CF Rideau Centre

Property Number: 1464