Assistant Store Manager

Jobvite, Inc.; Laguna Woods (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

In-store discounts

Job summary

Mother’s Market in Laguna Woods, CA seeks an Assistant Store Manager to help run daily store operations, support the team, and deliver outstanding service on the sales floor.

Responsibilities include coaching staff, managing schedules, handling inquiries, and monitoring sales metrics. The role requires leadership, reliability, and a customer-focused mindset. Flexible shifts and community-minded culture offered.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as an Assistant Store Manager or equivalent role.
• Strong communication skills in English.
• Computer literacy (Word, Excel, Outlook) and basic math.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations: assist with store workflows, promotions, and shift coverage.
• Support & develop staff: coordinate training, manage schedules, coach team.
• Deliver customer excellence: greet customers, handle inquiries or complaints, sales floor engagement.
• Track performance: review daily sales and labor metrics, share insights from reports.
• Ensure store standards: facility checks, maintenance issues, safety protocols.
• Enhance merchandising: create in-store displays and product placement strategies.
• Take initiative: cover openings/closings and shifts as needed.

Skills

Assistant Store Manager experience

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Job description

At Mother’s Market, we're dedicated to wellness through exceptional retail experiences. As an Assistant Store Manager, you’ll help ensure smooth daily operations, support our team, and deliver outstanding service. This is more than store leadership, it’s an opportunity to empower staff, enhance customer journeys, and uphold our community standards.

Hourly Pay: $24.50 hourly up to $80,000 annually

Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, & in-store discounts

What You’ll Do

• Lead daily operations: Assist with store and restaurant workflows; follow up on cashier settlements, promotions, and shift coverage

• Support & develop staff: Coordinate training, manage schedules, coach team members, and model positive leadership

• Deliver customer excellence: Greet and assist customers, handle inquiries or complaints, and engage on the sales floor

• Track performance: Review of daily sales and labor metrics; relay key insights from Manager’s reports to relevant teams

• Ensure store standards: Conduct facility checks, report maintenance issues, handle emergencies, and uphold safety/security protocols

• Enhance merchandising: Create and support in-store displays, help execute product placement strategies to meet sales objectives

• Take initiative: Step into staff roles as needed, whether opening, closing, or covering breaks and shifts

What You Bring

Experience & Skills:

• Prior experience as an Assistant Store Manager, department manager, or equivalent role

• Strong communication skills both verbal and written; proficient in English

• Computer literacy (Word, Excel, Outlook); comfortable with basic math

Leadership & Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and hold team accountable

• Customer-service mindset, always approachable and dependable

• Ready to cover staff breaks, field vendor communications, and jump into operational tasks

Physical Requirements

• Frequent lifting of grocery/bulk items (up to 50 lbs.), repeated up to 100 times/day

• Push/pull carts or electric pallet jacks; stand, walk, bend, and twist often

Schedule Requirements

Flexible availability across various shifts and locations including weekends and evenings

Why Join Mother’s Market?

You’ll be part of a mission-driven company that values wellness, sustainability, and outstanding customer service. We foster an inclusive workplace where team members are respected and encouraged to grow.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Mother’s Market is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected status.