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Store/Organization: Valley Food Co-op
Alamosa, CO 81101

Description:

Valley Food Co-op is seeking a general manager at an exciting time in our 31 year history. We are planning a major expansion as well as a transition from a membership discount system to member equity. VFC has $850K in annual sales and 2400sf retail in current location. The co-op has a membership of 890.

Contact Information:
Name: Sharon McCallister
Phone: 7195883969
Email: vfcboardhiring@gmail.com

Store/Organization: ISLA VISTA FOOD COOPERATIVE
Isla Vista, California
http://www.islavistafoodcoop.blogspot.com/

Description:

ISLA VISTA FOOD COOPERATIVE

Job Opening: GENERAL MANAGER

The Isla Vista Food Cooperative seeks a General Manager to oversee all operations and meet goals established by Board of Directors. Responsibilities include managing store operations and staff, financial planning, marketing and community outreach, membership/customer service, and detailed reporting to the Board of Directors.

The ideal candidate will have:
- proven leadership experience
- retail and grocery experience
- knowledge of the natural foods industry
- experience working with a Board of Directors

Contact Information:
Name: Lisa Oglesby
Phone: (805) 689-3505
Email: loglesby@ebullition.com

Store/Organization: Creekside Co-op
Elkins Park (Philadelphia), PA
www.creekside.coop

Description:

CREEKSIDE CO-OP, Elkins Park, PA:
Are You The Start-up General Manager We Are Looking For?

We are CreekSide Co-op, a dynamic start-up co-op that is already making headlines in the Philadelphia area.

So far, we have:

 1300+ members
 Building purchased
 Building retrofit designed
 Construction plan with a February start  Broad political and community support
 Successful member loan campaign
 Engaged and talented Board
 Acquisition, construction and equipment financing
• Needed by May 1st: General Manager ready to partner with us and lead us to our opening and into

Contact Information:
Name: Jon Roesser
Phone: 215-843-2350
Email: hr@weaversway.coop

Store/Organization: Bluff Country Co-op
121 W Second Street, Winona, MN 55987
http://bluff.coop/

Description:

Winona, MN is one of the most beautiful places in the country, nestled between the wooded limestone river bluffs that rise 500 feet and the stunning mighty Mississippi River. Our small island city of 28,000 residents is rich with natural beauty, cultural opportunities, an engaged co-op membership of over 1,000 households, and local producers of all kinds. It is a regional arts and higher education center with traditions such as The Great River Shakespeare Festival, Boats and Bluegrass, Frozen River Film Festival and The Minnesota Beethoven Festival.

Contact Information:
Name: Dawn Schreiber
Phone: 507-452-1815
Email: dawn@bluff.coop

Store/Organization: Maple City Market
Goshen, Indiana
http://www.maplecitymarket.com/

Description:

Maple City Market has the following job opening:

General Manager

Maple City Market seeks a general manager to oversee all co-op operations and meet organizational ends established by the Board of Directors.

Maple City Market is a cooperatively owned grocery store that has served Elkhart County and north central Indiana for over 30 years. The store has sales of $1.3 million, over 20 employees, over 1400 owner-members and 2500 square feet of retail space.

The general manager is responsible for the management of all operations and reports to the board under Policy Governance*.

Contact Information:
Name: Jill Weaver
Phone:
Email: board@maplecitymarket.com

Store/Organization: MOON Co-op
Oxford, Ohio
www.mooncoop.coop

Description:

Miami Oxford Organic Network (MOON) in Oxford, OH, is seeking a General Manager for its newly opened (October 31, 2011), 3000 square-foot cooperative grocery store, MOON Co-op. Working with a dedicated staff, a talented volunteer Board, and 620 member-owners, the GM has the opportunity to make a difference in our community.

Oxford, situated 35 miles northwest of Cincinnati and 55 miles southwest of Dayton, is the home of Miami University, one of the nation’s top public undergraduate institutions and one of the best educational values in America.

Contact Information:
Name: Charles Ganelin
Phone: 513-524-5050
Email: cxg@mooncoop.coop

Store/Organization: GrassRoots Cooperative
Anoka, MN
http://www.grassrootscoop.org

Description:

Grassroots Co op, located 30 minutes north of the Twin Cities in Anoka, MN, is seeking a new General Manager. The GM is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the store, which consist of grocery, bulk, supplements and deli. Our annual sales exceed 2 million dollars, we have a staff of 13, we boast 650 members, and reside in 2200 square feet.

Anoka is a historic town located on the banks of two rivers. Independent shops line our main street and create a close knit, lively business community. Grassroots coop is the 3rd embodiment of a cooperative grocer in Anoka.

Contact Information:
Name: Cassi Dutcher
Phone: 763-269-2986
Email: grassrootscoopgm@gmail.com

Name: Brent E. Carleton
Location: Savage,Minnesota,
Phone: 612-718-0479
Email: Bcarl4872@msn.com

I am seeking a position as General Manager or Management Team Member with a co-op in the Minneapolis,Minnesota area. With 25 years of Retail experience,Director of Operations, and Store Director, I would be a great asset to your organization.Please see my attached resume.

Name: Marc BrownGold
Location: Mid-Atlantic Region,
Phone: 267-247-2605
Email: marc.browngold@gmail.com

Looking for a position as general manager, chef and/or buyer . My experience with the financials are a great complement to my passion for food,local and sustainable issues.

Please see my resume. My work has been reviewed regularly in the press. Please contact me for a portfolio.

Name: Jennifer Franklin
Location: Southeastern United States,
Phone: 678-907-0399
Email: jfranklin_26@hotmail.com

I am seeking a position with a co-op which shares my passion for bringing healthy and affordable natural foods to the community.

With 10 + years experience working in co-op management serving as food service manager, operations manager, and education and training coordinator I am now seeking a position as General Manager. With over 10 years in upper management in cooperative business, I have the experience, skills and education to be a great leader.