About The Position

The Assistant Store Team Leader supports the Store Team Leader in managing and leading the store’s business operations across all departments. This role helps drive store operations and leads Team Members throughout the store, while providing excellent customer service and adapting to changing situations. The position calls for a servant leader with strong leadership skills, attention to detail, knowledge of retail best practices, and the ability to drive results in a fast-paced environment. The Assistant Store Team Leader may assume full responsibility for store operations when the Store Team Leader is absent. The role also supports department leaders and Team Members through hiring, training, coaching, scheduling, performance management, and accountability. The position requires maintaining safety, sanitation, policy, and legal compliance throughout the store. The company describes its culture as focused on open and honest communication, growth opportunities, meaningful recognition, personal well-being, and a passion for food. Its vision is “To change the way the world eats, one plate at a time.”

Requirements

  • Five years of retail experience with a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Previous leadership experience required.
  • Exceptional leadership skills and excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Friendly and customer-service-oriented approach.
  • Self-motivated, with strong attention to detail, quality, and presentation.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and customers.
  • Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to read, understand, and follow verbal and written directions.
  • Ability to reliably meet the required work schedule and adhere to the company attendance policy.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.

Nice To Haves

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field preferred.
  • Interest in food and cooking is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Assume responsibility for all phases of store operations in the absence of the Store Team Leader.
  • Assist with forecasts and schedules, and monitor labor in line with store sales and budget.
  • Lead, train, coach, and communicate with all Team Members.
  • Assist customers by providing information and resolving complaints.
  • Plan and merchandise store displays and maintain their abundance and presentation.
  • Maintain safety and sanitation standards throughout the store.
  • Develop future leaders.
  • Ensure compliance with company and store policies and procedures, as well as applicable state and federal laws.
  • Manage department leaders, including interviewing, hiring, training and development, delivering timely performance appraisals, providing feedback, scheduling, counseling, and terminating.
  • Enable a high-performing team through effective scheduling, task assignment, recognition, performance management, and accountability, including documentation and performance evaluations.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation, paid weekly.
  • Retirement benefits.
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance for the employee and eligible dependents.
  • Tuition reimbursement for qualified courses.
  • Scholarship opportunities for continued education.
  • Family leave and paid time off.
  • Store discount programs, including 10% off household groceries and free items.
  • Discounts to amusement parks, gym memberships, mobile phone plans, and other offerings.
  • Employee Assistance Program providing free financial, legal, and mental health services.
  • Fun work environment with the opportunity to nourish the community.
  • Open and honest communication and opportunities for growth.
  • Meaningful recognition.
  • Support for personal well-being and work-life balance.
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