Grocery/Refrigeration Assistant Manager

Oversee daily operations: Assist with department workflows, follow up on inventory levels, promotions, and shift coverage.

Support & develop staff: Coordinate training, manage schedules, coach team members, and model positive leadership.

Deliver customer excellence: Greet and assist customers, handle inquiries or complaints, and engage on the sales floor.

Track performance: Review daily sales and labor metrics; relay key insights from Manager’s reports to relevant teams.

Ensure department standards: Conduct facility checks, report maintenance issues, handle emergencies, and uphold safety/security protocols.

Enhance merchandising: Create and support in-store displays, help execute product placement strategies to meet sales objectives.

Take initiative: Step into staff roles as needed, whether opening, closing, or covering breaks and shifts.

Prior experience in Refrigeration/Grocery or related field.

Strong communication skills both verbal and written; proficient in English.

Computer literacy (Word, Excel, Outlook); comfortable with basic math.

Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and hold team accountable.

Customer-service mindset, always approachable and dependable.

Ready to cover staff breaks, field vendor communications, and jump into operational tasks.

Frequent lifting of grocery/bulk items (up to 50 lbs.), repeated up to 100 times/day.

Push/pull carts or electric pallet jacks; stand, walk, bend, and twist often.

Extended time in walk-in coolers and freezers; jackets, gloves, and hats provided.

Climb ladders, squat, bend, and extend arms overhead to reach products and boxes.

Flexible availability across various shifts and locations including weekends and evenings.