Full-Time Assistant Store Manager

Description

Kimberton Whole Foods in Collegeville is hiring for a full-time Assistant Store Manager. If you’re enthusiastic about customer service, team building, and creating a welcoming experience, this is your chance to grow with a company rooted in integrity and committed to supporting our local community.

Schedule: Full-time. One weekend shift is required each week.

Availability: Availability to work opening, closing and midday shifts, shifts are within a 6:00am-8:30pm timeframe.

Starting Salary: $60,000 annually

Age Requirement: Must be 18 years or older

Benefits: Full-time team members are eligible for the following benefits at Kimberton Whole Foods:

Extensive Medical Coverage, Vision Plan, Dental Plan, 25% off Store-Wide Discount, Employer Paid Short-Term Disability, Employer Paid Long-Term Disability, Employer Paid Life Insurance, Employer Paid AD&D, Voluntary Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Account - Healthcare & Dependent Care, 401K with matching 3% after one year and at least 1000 hours worked, Paid Time Off

Assistant Store Manager Primary Responsibilities

• Creating and fostering an exceptional store experience for customers and team members alike.
• Assisting with the daily operations of the store, leading in regard to staffing, incidents, facilities, and category management.
• Supporting the Store Manager in accomplishing sales and labor goals.
• Working with the Store Manager and all Department Heads to closely follow the KWF daily merchandising, ordering, and quality control guidelines.
• Hiring, training, coaching, and development of team members in collaboration with the Store Manager and Human Resources.
• Assuming the Store Manager and/or Department Head responsibilities during vacations and times of team member transitions.
• Providing leadership that inspires teamwork, generates energy and enthusiasm, and drives results.
• Maintaining a safe work environment for all team members.

Qualities That Make You a Great Candidate

• You have 3-5 years of leading a team in a fast-paced food-related or retail environment.
• You’re an effective communicator and are enthusiastic about customer service.
• You have a passion for the local and natural foods industry.
• Your goal is to grow into the Store Manager position.
• You embody the spirit of leading with service, setting a positive tone for a productive and happy team.
• You understand the importance of pacing and can shift gears in accordance to volume, time, and temperature demands.
• You have strong analytical and mathematical skills and are extremely detail oriented.
• You are diligent about workplace safety and proper food handling.

Requirements

Physical Capabilities

• Full Sense Range (Vision, Hearing, and Sense of Smell) – the ability to read product labels, distinguish color and smell for quality control as well as the ability to communicate with customers and co-workers.
• Lifting, Gripping and Carrying Objects – Up to 50 to 75 pounds frequently, including boxes, cans, tools, and other products.
• Stooping, Squatting, and Kneeling – Stoop and maneuver to pick up boxes from shelving and carts.
• Walking – Short distances to bring items from miscellaneous areas.
• Standing – Prolonged standing.
• Work Environment – Movement based with most of the time being in motion (walking/standing) rather than sedentary (sitting).
• Climate – Ability to work in cold environments (cooler, freezer, back stock area) and handle cold products for extended periods of time on a regular basis.