Assistant Store Manager

Milkco Inc.; Bessemer City (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Opportunities for advancement

Paid holiday

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave (FT only)

Paid bereavement and jury duty leave (

Scholarship program for High School

Job summary

Ingles Markets in Bessemer City, NC is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to support store operations, deliver top customer service, and drive labor and budget efficiency. The role focuses on team leadership, scheduling, and daily front-end management to ensure a smooth shopping experience.

You will work in a fast-paced environment with growth opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and a commitment to safety and community engagement.

Qualifications

• 1+ years supervisory experience required.
• Food safety knowledge is helpful.
• 18 years of age or older.
• Weekly pay with direct deposit.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding customer service by greeting, assisting, and thanking customers.
• Assist Store Manager with personnel decisions (hiring, promotions, evaluations).
• Act as lead for store personnel when Store Manager and Co-Manager are absent.
• Submit payroll through Work Force Management when Co-Manager is unavailable.
• Ensure end caps, displays, and seasonal aisles are properly stocked.
• Manage resets, new items, date rotation, and recall lists.
• Oversee schedules, budgets, and inventory for assigned departments.
• Create Front End schedule and control labor costs to meet labor goals.
• Supervise vendors, check-in procedures, price changes, and signage.
• Report store maintenance issues using Verisae.
• Train and develop staff, including Customer Service Managers.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety across facilities, inside and outside.
• Oversee store safety programs, inspections, temperature checks, and compliance reporting.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Customer service

Teamwork

Food safety knowledge

Job description

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Location:Bessemer City - Store 46: 1205 Gastonia Hwy Bessemer City NC 28016
Posting End Date:10/18/2026

Why Ingles

Ingles Markets has a place for everyone! Ingles began in 1963 as a single supermarket and has since grown into a regional grocery store chain with just under 200 retail locations operating in 6 southeastern states, a 1.6-million-square foot distribution center, two truck fleets, and a milk processing plant. Find your path - growth opportunities abound, and Ingles loves to promote from within!

At Ingles, we work as a team to provide our customers with a warm, hometown shopping experience - and your role is essential to making that happen. While all associates share a variety of responsibilities, our greatest pride comes from greeting customers with a smile and offering helpful service. Join a company that values leadership, safety, and customer satisfaction. Ingles is committed to your growth, offering training, development opportunities, and a supportive work environment. If you're ready to advance your career in retail management, we’d love to hear from you!

The Assistant Store Manager supports store operations during assigned shifts, focusing on customer satisfaction and productivity while ensuring schedule coverage.

Key Responsibilites

• Deliver outstanding customer service by greeting, assisting, and thanking customers.
• Assist Store Manager with personnel decisions (hiring, promotions, evaluations).
• Act as lead for store personnel when Store Manager and Co-Manager are absent.
• Submit payroll through Work Force Management when Co-Manager is unavailable.
• Ensure end caps, displays, and seasonal aisles are properly stocked.
• Manage resets, new items, date rotation, and recall lists.
• Oversee schedules, budgets, and inventory for assigned departments.
• Create Front End schedule and control labor costs to meet labor goals.
• Supervise vendors, check-in procedures, price changes, and signage.
• Report store maintenance issues using Verisae.
• Train and develop staff, including Customer Service Managers.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety across facilities, inside and outside.
• Oversee store safety programs, inspections, temperature checks, and compliance reporting.

Requirements

• 1+ years supervisory experience is required
• Food safety knowledge is helpful
• Cares about their community
• Wants to be part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• 18 years of age or older
• Weekly pay with direct deposit
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances
• 401(k) with company match
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid holiday, vacation, and sick leave (FT only)
• Paid bereavement and jury duty leave (FT only)
• Company paid life insurance (FT only)
• Scholarship program for High School Seniors
• And more!

Nearest Major Market: Charlotte
Nearest Secondary Market: Concord

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.