Assistant Manager

Ben & Jerry's; Canton (CT); On-site; USD 27,552 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free ice cream

Flexible schedules

Paid leadership training

Real growth path

Job summary

Ben & Jerry's in Canton, Connecticut is looking for an Assistant Manager. In this hands-on leadership role, you'll run the shop, develop your team, and ensure every guest has a wonderful experience with the brand's core values in mind.

You will lead and support staff, manage daily operations, and participate in community events. Enjoy flexible schedules, free ice cream, and a clear growth path to Shop Manager.

Qualifications

• Experience in a leadership role in food/retail preferred.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential.
• Demonstrated reliability, positivity, and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and support scoopers & shift leads.
• Manage daily operations including cash and inventory.
• Ensure legendary guest service and teach service standards.
• Support community events and shop goals.
• Act as the Shop Manager when needed.

Skills

Leadership or supervisory experience

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Reliability

Positivity

Accountability

Job description

Assistant Manager - Lead with Purpose. Grow with Us.

Pay: $20-24/hour (including tips)

Ready to level up? As an Assistant Manager, you'll help run the shop, motivate and develop your team, and make every guest's day sweeter. This is a hands‑on leadership role in a fun, values‑driven workplace where growth, a culture you'll actually be proud of, and unlimited ice cream are part of the deal.

What You'll Do

• Lead, coach, and support scoopers & shift leads
• Keep daily ops on point: cash, inventory, schedules, opens/closes
• Set the standard for legendary guest service (and teach others to do the same)
• Help your team grow, learn, and win together
• Support community events and shop goals
• Hold it down when the Shop Manager is out

Why You'll Love It

• Free ice cream. Always. No catch.
• Flexible schedules
• Paid leadership training
• Real growth path (yes, Shop Manager is the goal)
• Work for a brand that actually stands for something

You Bring

• Leadership or supervisory experience (food/retail = bonus points)
• Strong communication & problem-solving skills
• Reliability, positivity, and accountability
• A genuine drive to grow and develop others

If you're ready to lead, learn, and have fun doing it — we'd love to meet you. Apply now.