Assistant Manager in Training (Hourly)

Jacksons Food Stores, Inc.; Orem (UT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-sharing bonuses

Growth opportunities

Flexible schedules

Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

401k match

PTO / Tuition Reimbursement

Fuel discount

Merchandise discount

Job summary

Jacksons Food Stores, Inc. invites you to join our Assistant Manager in Training program in Utah.

You’ll gain hands-on experience across store operations, drive sales and profitability, coach teammates, manage expenses, and oversee merchandising and inventory control to prepare you for an Assistant Manager role. We offer competitive pay, fuel and merchandise discounts, a comprehensive benefits package, and growth opportunities with a 24/7 operation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience supervising teams in retail or food service preferred.
• Able to work a 24/7 schedule, including nights, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Provide courteous service and greet customers.
• Enforce company policies and coach employees.
• Promote store specials and assist with merchandising.
• Ensure food safety and proper handling procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness inside and outside the store.
• Restock shelves, displays and coolers to minimize stockouts.
• Assist in training new employees and prepare deposits when needed.
• Assist in preparing weekly supplier orders and fuel car services if required.

Skills

Leadership experience

Customer service

Communication skills

Flexible availability

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Posted Friday, August 21, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Pay: Starting at $18.00 an hour.

The Assistant Manager in Training (AIT) program is designed to equip you for the role of Assistant Manager. You’ll gain practical experience in all areas of store operations, including driving sales and profitability, coaching and developing your team, managing expenses, reducing losses, and overseeing merchandising and inventory control. In addition to competitive pay, Assistant Managers enjoy fantastic perks, such as $0.20 off per gallon of fuel and 15% off most merchandise. Join us for a job, stay for a career, and enjoy the journey.

Shift: Full-time with open availability between 5:00am - Midnight. Weekends.

Must be 21+ for this role.

• Profit-sharing bonuses every 6 months
• Growth opportunities and flexible schedules
• Comprehensive Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
• 401k match and performance-based raises
• PTO, up to $5,250 annually in Tuition Reimbursement and more!

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Provide exceptional service by being courteous and always greeting and thanking all customers
• Follow, interpret, and enforce company policy and procedures with employees
• Suggest possible purchases to the customer and promote store specials
• Ensure proper sanitation and food handling/prep/storage/disposal procedures are followed
• Maintain cleanliness of interior/exterior of building including islands and pumps
• Minimize out of stock by restocking shelving, displays, and coolers as needed
• Clean fast-food area, equipment, and stock as needed
• Must be safety/security conscious, adhere to the guidelines in the Safety Manual, and report any accidents or incidents to the manager immediately
• Investigate and gather all pertinent information regarding customer and employee incidents/accidents
• Assist in training new employees
• Manage food service and beverage programs to maximize sales and minimize loss
• Report to work promptly, neatly groomed, and in uniform
• Make safe drops per company policies
• Prepare and make daily deposits on the weekend, and when covering for the manager
• Assist in preparing weekly orders for products from suppliers
• When needed, help fuel customer cars, check engine fluids, and wash customer windows. (Required in Oregon as needed in other areas for handicapped customers)
• Respond to emergencies when the Store Manager is unavailable
• When needed, operate register and other store equipment
• Prepare cashier checkout and report accurately and according to policy
• Additional duties as assigned

Skills/Qualifications:

• A High School Diploma or GED
• Must have flexible availability to meet the needs of a 24/7 operation, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Previous leadership experience, with a proven track record of supervising team members in a food service or retail environment
• At least 3 months of customer service experience
• A strong passion for providing exceptional customer service
• Excellent communication skills and a friendly, can-do attitude
• A valid Driver License and reliable transportation
• Must be of legal age to sell alcohol and tobacco and able to work around slot machines (NV only)
• Demonstrated ability to foster teamwork and collaboration to get the job done
• The ability to think quick on your feet and react to change

Assistant Manager in Training positions are temporary, as individuals in this role are expected to successfully transition into management or other positions within the company during the training period.

Physical Requirements:

• While performing the duties of this job, frequently required to stand, walk, bend, and twist; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, or crouch; and talk and listen.
• Must frequently lift and/or move up to 20lbs and occasionally lift and/or move up to 65lbs
• Work safely in work conditions that include heat, cold, allergen, noise, and fume/chemical/odor from gasoline and cleaning chemicals

Jackson Companies is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and will ensure applicants and employees are given equal opportunities in employment and contracting activities regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.