Assistant Store Manager - 000556 - Mokena, IL

7brew-Coffe; Mokena (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Paid training

Vision insurance

Leadership experience preferred

Coffee shop

Quick service & fast food restaurant

Job summary

7 Brew is seeking an Assistant Store Manager in Mokena, IL. You will partner with the Store Manager to drive growth, uphold culture, and deliver excellent customer service across all dayparts.

The role is a pipeline to Store Manager within 6–12 months, with responsibilities spanning coaching, admin duties, and overseeing operations. A strong leadership track and flexibility in shifts are expected.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced coffee/food service is preferred.
• Ability to lead, coach, and develop team members.
• Willingness to work flexible shifts, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Be proficient in Brewista and Shift Lead duties and skill sets.
• Maintain wait times, cleanliness, and customer interactions through training and coaching.
• Develop a positive culture through training, delegation, and feedback.
• Create weekly shift schedules with cost-conscious staffing.
• Oversee operations across all shifts and manage inventory.

Skills

Customer interactions

Coffee handling

Outdoor work

Lifting 50lbs

Stand for hours

Ladder use

Stock and clean

Drive-thru safety

Utility knife

Peak-hour operations

Problem solving

Multitasking

Leadership under pressure

MS Office (beginner)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Assistant Store Manager - 000556 - Mokena, IL

About this position

SUMMARY

The Assistant Store Manager partners with the Store Manager to drive the growth, profitable operation, and preservation of 7 Brew’s culture, mission statement, and values. The Assistant Store Manager is a leader of the crew and maintains genuine connections with them and the unique nuances of business at their stand.

In addition to scheduled shifts, the Assistant Store Manager is expected to coach, train, perform admin duties, and help oversee operations across all dayparts. The Assistant Store Manager reports to his or her Store Manager.

ROLE PURPOSE AND CAREER PATH:

The Assistant Store Manager role is a pipeline position designed to develop into a Store Manager within 6–12 months. The role exists to:

• Support their home stand with additional leadership
• Cover Store Manager vacancies
• Assist with new stand openings
• Develop into a Store Manager through structured runway and coaching

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Be proficient in all Brewista and Shift Lead duties and skill sets
• Maintain excellent wait times, cleanliness, and customer interactions through training, coaching, encouragement, and accountability when necessary
• Maintain a positive culture through proper training, delegation, follow-up, hosting team building sessions, and balanced, frequent performance feedback to all members of the team
• Work with the Store Manager to create a weekly shift schedule, maintaining a low cost of labor while ensuring quick wait times and short lines
• Support strong operations across all shifts, ensuring consistent hours of operation are met
• Track and order necessary inventory, small wares, and parts/equipment, while maintaining a low cost of goods sold through eliminating waste and accurate counting/ordering
• Ensure appropriate cash handling, deposits, and change for the stand
• Take ownership of solutions, whether by solving the problem directly or looping in an approved partner or vendor — “make it happen”
• Ensure the crew is aware of and prepared for health inspections and consistently operates with an importance on food safety
• Promptly implement and communicate directives from upper management
• Thoughtfully delegate tasks to Shift Leads and Brewistas to facilitate efficiency and appropriate development
• Assist at other locations relatively close to the home stand when asked
• Additional duties as specified by Who Brew leadership

WORK SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 35-hour work week
• Working over 40 hours per week should be minimal and only with approval from the Regional Operations Manager, Director of Operations, or VP of Operations
• Work a flexible schedule, which can include early mornings (5 a.m.) and late nights (11:30 p.m.)
• Regularly work weekends and be available to work holidays, if necessary

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Create and maintain genuine, uplifting interactions
• Work carefully and quickly with hot water and coffee, glass bottles, and dairy products
• Be able to work outside for prolonged periods, in all weather conditions
• Be able to lift up to 50lbsBe able to stand comfortably for hours at a time
• Be able to climb a ladder and use a stepladder
• Be able to stand, sit, bend, kneel, twist, and squat as necessary to stock and clean in the stand
• Safely walk in between and around cars in the drive thru line
• Safely use a utility knife
• Operate any position in the stand during peak hours
• Maintain awareness of the shift’s operations while working a position
• Be able to address operational, procedural, or cultural issues with team members
• Adapt to problems and implement solutions during stressful situations
• Effectively manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Effectively lead and direct multiple personality types under pressure
• Has demonstrated leadership abilities in a fast-paced environment
• Beginner-level proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Job Type: Full-time/Hourly

Bonus: This position qualifies for a performance-based bonus

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Vision insurance
• Previous leadership experience preferred
• Coffee shop
• Quick service & fast food restaurant

Shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift
• Night shift

Weekly day range:

• Available all days of the week

Experience:

• Coffee shop: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver’s License (Preferred)

Salary Information

$22 - $22Hourly Wage