Retail Manager – Victoria Street (Maternity Cover)
Here at Mellis Cheese, our purpose is to celebrate artisan cheese and provisions whilst providing exemplary service to our customers. From family roots, Mellis continues to champion growth and quality across six UK based branches.
We are looking for a sales-driven, food and beverage enthusiast who's ready to take on the challenge of managing our shop located in one of Edinburgh's most iconic areas – Victoria Street.
If you are interested in working for a unique family business, and feel you have the leadership and organisational skills to manage a small close-knit team, we welcome your application.
Please note, this position is offered on a full-time, fixed-term contract, running from October 2025 to December 2026, dates to be confirmed.
As a Retail Manager your responsibilities will include:
· Leadership of a small team; training and nurturing our cheesemongers to deliver excellent product knowledge and customer service
· Meeting and exceeding quarterly sales targets
· Upholding strict health and safety standards, ensuring the shop is clean and presentable for staff and the public alike
· Operating in line with company policy and contributing ideas to facilitate growth of the shop
· Driving customer sales; we expect our managers to lead from the front and be on the floor with their teams
· Organisation of rotas, holiday management and staff reviews alongside HR
· Keeping to seasonal wage budgets with support from HR
· Work with management on driving long term company goals and display
· Training and delivering specialised content for small tour groups in the city
A few things we ask of you:
· An availability to work over the festive period – we expect commitment and availability from all our staff and managers at this time
· It's hugely beneficial that you hold a Personal License
· Leadership experience: managerial experience of a small team is essential
· Self-motivated and highly organised you'll thrive in a fast-paced environment
· Previous experience and passion for F&B industry is preferable
Why should you work with Mellis Cheese?
* Healthy staff discount across store products
* Autonomy in a growing family business where your opinions and ideas are valued
* Salary - £29,000 per year
Interview process – what to expect:
We aim to review applications within 3-5 to working days. If you are selected, we will arrange an introductory online interview. You should expect to discuss your relevant work experience and interest in the role and business. If successful, second stage interviews will be held on sight with a company director.
How to apply:
Please submit your CV, cover letter and details of two professional references to Please note, references will only be contacted during final stage of hiring process. We look forward to finding out a little more about you and your interest in the position.
Please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments needed to support you through our recruitment process.
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months
Pay: £29,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Store discount
Work Location: In person