Assistant Retail & Food Manager

Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery • Ellsworth, WI

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery is seeking an energetic, outgoing, and positive Assistant Retail & Food Manager to join our growing team. Since 1910, we’ve partnered with local farmers to craft award-winning cheese and remain committed to our Team, Craft & Community. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career with a company that values teamwork, creativity, and innovation in a fun, fast-paced environment. The Assistant Retail & Food Manager partners with store leadership to drive sales, enhance merchandising, support kitchen and retail operations, and foster a customer-first culture at our Ellsworth, WI location.

Requirements

• 1-2 years of management experience (retail or food service preferred)
• Deli, kitchen, or food service leadership experience required
• Strong business acumen and understanding of retail fundamentals
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience leading teams to achieve sales goals
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs. repetitively
• Stand for up to 8 hours per shift
• Ability to work in a food plant and retail environment
• Adhere to all food safety and workplace safety regulations
• Pass a drug & alcohol screen as well as a general background check

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual skills a plus

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with store management to lead daily retail operations
• Enhance merchandising and displays to maximize visual impact and revenue
• Partner with vendors to introduce new products and manage sourcing
• Support promotions, events, and initiatives to drive sales
• Address and resolve customer concerns promptly and professionally
• Coach, mentor, and provide real-time feedback to team members
• Promote a customer-centric culture focused on achieving sales goals
• Assist with scheduling and staffing plans
• Model ethical conduct, safety, and compliance standards
• Train new team members on operational procedures
• Oversee kitchen operations including food prep, service, and sanitation
• Manage ordering, receiving, and inventory tasks
• Maintain product labeling and POS systems
• Support retail, production, and special events as needed

Benefits

• Medical
• Health Savings Account
• Dental
• Vision
• Accident
• Critical Illness
• Hospital insurances available
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and additional free resources
• 401k match
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed