Shopkeeper Apprentice

Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams is searching for a Shopkeeper Apprentice to join our University Place team in Chapel Hill, NC!

At Jeni’s, we’re devoted to making better ice creams and bringing people together. Our scoop shops are at the heart of how we serve this mission. They are where we offer the ice creams we work so hard to build from the ground up—where people come together to share joy and conversation. We love people. We love ice cream. We view ice cream as a form of art.

Shopkeeper Apprentices are full-time employees sharing the same responsibilities as the Shopkeeper including accounting, scheduling, inventory / ordering, and all HR functions (hiring, training, development, and performance management of all team members). This full-time position also involves working variable shifts, including opening shifts, closing shifts, and / or weekend shifts.

Shopkeeper Apprentices report directly into a Shopkeeper and can act as the second-in-command at a full shop or as first-in-command at a low volume / complexity location. Shopkeeper Apprentices undergo ongoing training and development from their Shopkeeper throughout their time in the position to best prepare them to support the shops in their market as well as for success in a future Shopkeeper position.

Qualities of a Shopkeeper Apprentice :

Passionate about customer service and inspires passion in their team

Strong work ethic, good heart, and team-first mentality

Exceptional organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize and achieve competing deadlines

Creative, resourceful, and proactive problem solver

Energetic, positive, and skillful communicator

Eagerness to adapt and grow as a leader

Committed to the well-being of their shop team, their community, and the environment around them

Benefits of a Shopkeeper Apprentice :

Competitive salary

Monthly bonus potential for shop performance

Excellent insurance (health, dental, vision, dental)

Paid time off, including sick, vacation, and holiday pay

4% match on 401k contributions after 3 months of employment

A one-month paid sabbatical after 3 years of continuous service

Annual paid day to volunteer for a non-profit organization that matters to you

50% discount at Jeni’s Scoop Shops and online

Career development toward Shopkeeper and beyond