Grocery/Refrigeration Assistant Manager

Mothers Market•Irvine, CA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

At Mother’s Market, we're dedicated to wellness through exceptional retail experiences. As a Grocery/Refrigeration Assistant 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.

Requirements

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.

Responsibilities

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.