General Manager (Church Bookstore & Cafe)

Job Description :

Purpose of Position : To lead, develop, and implement a comprehensive ministry designed to ensure that the Ingleside Bookstore & Café supports the overall purposes of Ingleside to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the glory of God by providing a setting of authentic welcome to members and guests, encouraging fellowship through excellent hospitality, and providing the best of Gospel resources to meet individual customer needs.

Reports to : Disciple-Making Team Leader

Relates Closely with : Disciple-Making Team, Bookstore Assistant Manager, Bookstore Associates, Operations Team, and other ministerial and office support staff

Key Responsibilities :

1. Operations & Supervision :

• Develop, strengthen, and encourage healthy relationships within the congregation and community.
• Recruit, train, and schedule Bookstore & Café volunteers and staff to facilitate effective hours of operation.
• Lead Bookstore & Café volunteers and staff to engage ministry opportunities with customers for authentic welcome, gospel centered spiritual conversations, and prayerful recommendations of quality resources.
• Oversee management and / or performance of the day-to-day operations for the Bookstore & Café including seasonal emphases, special orders, stocking, displaying, sales, and customer service, etc.
• Serve as principal liaison to church members and staff regarding resource related issues.

2. Purchasing, Inventory Management, & Marketing :

3. Financial Administration :

4. General Responsibilities :

Primary Skills Necessary :

Experience and Education Requirements :

Time Required : The Bookstore Ministries General Manager role is a full-time salary position within a ministry environment that values a balance of high expectations and healthy work life margins.