Assistant Store Manager

Mothers Market•Brea, CA

26d•$25 - $80,000

About The Position

At Mother’s Market, we're dedicated to wellness through exceptional retail experiences. As an Assistant Store Manager , you’ll help ensure smooth daily operations, support our team, and deliver outstanding service. This is more than store leadership, it’s an opportunity to empower staff, enhance customer journeys, and uphold our community standards . Hourly Pay: $24.50 hourly up to $80,000 annually Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, & in-store discounts

Requirements

Prior experience as an Assistant Store Manager, department manager, or equivalent role
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
Flexible availability across various shifts and locations including weekends and evenings

Responsibilities

Lead daily operations: Assist with store and restaurant workflows; follow up on cashier settlements, 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 of daily sales and labor metrics; relay key insights from Manager’s reports to relevant teams
Ensure store 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