Assistant Grocery Department Manager- Rainbow Blossom Highlands Market

Rainbow Blossom•Louisville, KY

About The Position

Rainbow Blossom is a locally owned natural foods store founded in 1977 and serving the Louisville community. Its mission is to be a resource for improving the quality of life for its people, community, and company. The organization values health, wellness, individuality, and a professional, supportive, and meaningful workplace. The Assistant Grocery Manager supports the Grocery Manager with daily department operations, including ordering, receiving, stocking, merchandising, inventory management, and team leadership. This hands-on role helps keep the department well-stocked, organized, inviting, and focused on exceptional customer service. The position works closely with the Grocery Manager, Store Manager, and store team, and leads the department when the Grocery Manager is away. Depending on business needs, the role may also involve cashiering, stocking, customer service, and other store operations. This is a full-time position of no more than 40 hours per week. It reports directly to the Store Manager, with oversight from the Grocery Manager. A flexible schedule that includes nights, weekends, and holidays is required. The work involves frequent standing and walking, occasional work in coolers, freezers, and outdoor conditions, and lifting up to 20 pounds frequently and 50 pounds occasionally, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

At least one year of customer service experience.
Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to meet the position's physical demands, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Previous grocery, retail, or leadership experience.

Responsibilities

Support daily Grocery department operations, including ordering, receiving, stocking, and merchandising.
Lead and coach team members, delegate tasks, and follow up to ensure accountability.
Maintain organized shelves, attractive displays, and accurate inventory.
Monitor backstock, product rotation, expiration dates, and department cleanliness.
Conduct regular department audits to maintain operational and safety standards.
Assist with product selection and merchandising decisions to support department profitability.
Provide exceptional customer service and help resolve customer needs.
Perform cashiering, stocking, customer service, and other grocery or store responsibilities as assigned.
Partner with the Grocery Manager and Store Manager to support overall store operations.
Attend monthly Grocery department meetings and maintain strong team communication.
Lead the department when the Grocery Manager is away.