Assistant Market Manager: Lead Food Access & Market Ops

Salem Chamber; Salem (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare reimbursement

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

The Salem Pantry is seeking an Assistant Market Manager to support daily Market operations at The Market, 47 Leavitt Street, Salem, MA. You will assist guests with SNAP processes and help ensure a welcoming, efficient shopping experience.

Primary duties include supervising staff and volunteers, maintaining store standards, and partnering with departments to advance the organization’s mission of dignified, equitable access to healthy food.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• 1–3 years of grocery or retail experience.
• Experience with grocery or food distribution operations preferred.
• Prior experience supervising volunteers.
• Proficiency with inventory software, Microsoft Office, and Google tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist Market Manager with day-to-day operations and overall Market performance.
• Open, close, and manage Market in Manager's absence.
• Supervise Market Associate and volunteers.
• Assist guests with SNAP applications, recertifications, and benefits while maintaining privacy and records.
• Administer guest relations software.
• Oversee pest control.
• Follow cleaning checklist to maintain cleanliness and appearance.
• Maintain daily temperature logs for freezers/refrigerators.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Inventory management software

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

The Salem Pantry is seeking an Assistant Market Manager to support daily Market operations at The Market, 47 Leavitt Street, Salem, MA. You will assist guests with SNAP processes and help ensure a welcoming, efficient shopping experience.

Primary duties include supervising staff and volunteers, maintaining store standards, and partnering with departments to advance the organization’s mission of dignified, equitable access to healthy food.