Store Manager
Company : Natural Grocers
Location : St George, UT
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 1 January 2026
Salary Range
USD $90,000.00/Yr. -Overview
The Job in a Nutshell:The Store Manager is responsible for the successful operation and profitability of the store which includes training, directing and monitoring all department staff. Applications are accepted by the date below, which may be updated if the hiring timeline is extended.12/08/2025
Responsibilities
Recipe for Success:
Although this is a general outline of job responsibilities all employees are expected to be “hands on” and do whatever it takes to get the job done and make the company thrive.
Qualifications
Recipe for Success:
This job description is not an employment contract. It does not guarantee a job or that the above listed duties are the limit of responsibilities. The job and job description are subject to change with and without notice. Employees are required to accomplish any and all tasks assigned to them by their Manager and/or other Store Support Center manager that might not be listed in this job description.
Here’s an overview of the benefits we offer our good4u Crew to help ensure the health and wellbeing of you and your family, now and well into the future:
All Crew Members
- Birthday Bonus Pay
- Vitamin Bucks (up to $2,080 earned as store credit annually)
- Holiday Pay for 5 Holidays – Stores Closed
- Paid Time Off (sick days and vacation) that Increases with Tenure
- Paid Nutrition Education
- good4u Crew Member Discount
- {N}power Program (customer appreciation and rewards program)
- Regular, Scheduled Pay Increases
- Advancement Opportunities and Career Development
- Health and Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Referral Program
Full-Time Crew Members (30+ hours/week)
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Medical Leave (through company paid short-term disability insurance)
- Company Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Voluntary Benefits Including Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, Term Life Insurance
- Retirement Savings Plan (401k) with discretionary Company Match
- Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Match
Diversity Statement
At the heart of Natural Grocers' commitment to our community and crew is this belief: All people should be empowered to experience health and wellbeing! We cannot be true to this conviction without honoring diversity and cultivating inclusion throughout every aspect of our organization.
At Natural Grocers, we honor our differences, embrace diversity, and cultivate inclusion because both individual and societal health are rooted in these principles. Our Crew is diverse not only in gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, abilities, and age but also in cultural backgrounds, thoughts, and ideas. Celebrating our diversity refreshes, expands, and shapes our perspective, energizing our mission of equitable access to health and wellness for all. We welcome everyone who would like to join us in this mission, with gratitude for the unique life experience each person brings to the table. We’re committed to nurturing an ecosystem of diversity and inclusion in which our Crew can continue to thrive.
Physical Capabilities and Environmental Demands:
N = Never
O = Occasional; 1-33% of time
F = Frequent; 34-66% of time
C = Constant; 67-100% of time
Physical Requirements:
- Must have the ability to constantly lift or carry up to 10 lbs., frequently lift or carry 11-20 lbs., and occasionally lift or carry 21-50 lbs. Must also have the ability to occasionally lift or carry 51-100 lbs. with a team lift.
- Must have the ability to frequently push or pull up to 15 lbs. and occasionally push or pull 16-100 lbs.
- Must be able to occasionally use the computer for data entry and use of mouse.
- Must be able to constantly walk, stand, use fine motor manipulations, grip, bend, twist, turn, and reach outward for the duration of the work shift.
- Must be able to frequently to reach above chest.
- Must be able to occasionally sit, squat, kneel, and climb as needed.
Environmental Requirements:
- Must be able to frequently work with sharp tools and equipment, dust, fumes, and congested worksite.
- Must be able to occasionally work with noise, cold, heat, wet, humid, outside, heights, and contact stress.
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Frequently asked questions
A Store Manager at Natural Grocers in St George, UT can expect a salary around $90,000 annually, which is competitive for grocery retail management in the region. This reflects the responsibilities of overseeing store operations, staff training, and ensuring profitability, aligning well with local market rates.
Store managers in St George often must hold valid food safety certifications compliant with state or county regulations. Additionally, forklift certification is commonly required to ensure safe handling of inventory and equipment in retail grocery environments.
Effective Store Managers demonstrate strong communication, staff motivation, and problem-solving skills. They balance respecting their team while driving performance, maintain high customer service standards, and ensure smooth coordination across departments to achieve sales and operational goals.
Store Managers hold ultimate responsibility for profitability, staff hiring, and compliance, whereas Assistant Managers support daily tasks and team supervision. Managers must excel in strategic planning, financial oversight, and staff development to lead the entire store effectively.
A typical day involves supervising staff activities, ensuring product availability, addressing customer concerns, managing inventory rotation, conducting staff training, and collaborating with department managers. The manager also dedicates significant time on the sales floor to maintain operational excellence.
Natural Grocers emphasizes internal growth, offering Store Managers pathways to higher leadership roles. They encourage skill development through training and mentorship, aiming to promote from within and support managers pursuing advanced store management or regional leadership positions.
The company provides comprehensive training, clear communication channels, and HR support for disciplinary or performance issues. Store Managers receive ongoing guidance and resources to effectively motivate staff while maintaining store standards and adapting to operational demands.
St George has a moderately competitive market for grocery store management jobs, with several retailers vying for experienced leaders. Candidates with proven management skills, certifications, and familiarity with natural food retail tend to have an advantage in securing positions.
Natural Grocers focuses heavily on health-oriented products and nutritional education, so managers often engage deeply with product knowledge and customer wellness. This creates a unique leadership environment emphasizing community health alongside traditional retail management.
Beyond competitive pay, Natural Grocers offers perks like paid nutrition education, holiday pay, employee discounts, and comprehensive health benefits for full-time staff. Their Good4U program incentivizes wellness, making this role appealing for those valuing both career and wellbeing.