Company description

East Peak General Store is a new contemporary general store opening this December in quaint downtown San Anselmo (located in Marin County, about 30 minutes north of San Francisco). We celebrate well-crafted wares meant to spark joy and elevate the everyday—from exceptional pantry goods and kitchen essentials to beautiful tabletop pieces, thoughtfully chosen books, and gifts that tell a story. We champion both established makers and emerging artisans who share our commitment to quality, sustainability, and craftsmanship.

Job description

We're seeking an exceptional shopkeeper to help bring our vision to life and become the heart of our customer experience. This is a rare opportunity to be part of a new store from the ground up—helping with final preparations before opening and then managing day-to-day operations once we launch in December.

The ideal candidate has a genuine passion for artisanal food and special, well-made things and loves connecting with customers. You'll work closely with the owner to create an inviting atmosphere, maintain gorgeous displays, and build relationships with our community. As we grow, this role may evolve to include product curation and relationship-building with makers (think: helping to build out an exceptional pantry section), team management, event programming, and leadership in areas like social media or e-commerce based on your interests and strengths.

Schedule:

• Once the store opens in December-
  • Tuesday - Friday: 10am - 6pm
  • Saturday - Sunday: 10 am - 4pm
  • Mondays: off
• Before then, 20-40 flexible hours per week to help get the store ready for opening

What You'll Do:

• Customer Experience (Primary Focus)
  • Create warm, memorable experiences for every customer who walks through our doors
  • Share your knowledge and enthusiasm about our products and the makers behind them
  • Build lasting relationships with our community and regular customers
  • Handle transactions and store opening/closing procedures
• Merchandising & Operations
  • Help create and maintain beautiful, inspiring product displays
  • Receive and process inventory, unpack shipments, and keep the store organized
  • Monitor stock levels and communicate reordering needs
  • Maintain store cleanliness and visual standards
• Collaboration & Growth
  • Work closely with the owner to curate and expand our offerings with your product recommendations
  • Share insights about customer preferences and emerging trends
  • Help plan and execute in-store events, workshops, and community gatherings
  • Potential to grow into event programming, e-commerce, or team management as the business evolves

What We're Looking For:

• Required-
  • 3-5 years of experience in retail, food service, and/or hospitality
  • Exceptional hospitality skills with a warm, friendly personality
  • Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail
  • Reliable, responsible, and able to work independently
  • Comfortable with POS systems, cash handling, and opening/closing procedures
  • Enthusiasm for learning about our products and the artisans who make them
  • Passion for artisanal food, beautiful homewares, great books, and/or thoughtful gifts
• Bonus Points For:
  • Management or supervisory experience
  • Visual merchandising and display creation skills
  • Event planning or community programming experience
  • Interest or experience in social media or e-commerce
  • Connection to the Marin County and/or San Anselmo community

What We Offer:

• $30-$35/hour depending on experience (plus overtime pay)
• Monthly health insurance stipend
• PTO and paid holidays
• Employee discount on merchandise
• Professional development opportunities
• An opportunity to help shape and your role based on your strengths and interests

Compensation

this position is: hourly, varies DOE, $30.00 - $35.00

Application instructions

Deadline

November 17, 2025