Assistant Store Manager — Fast-Paced Retail Leader

circlek; Channahon (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Circle K Store in Channahon, IL is seeking an Assistant Manager to help oversee daily store operations and lead a team in a fast-paced environment.

You will assist the Store Manager with staff recruitment, scheduling, bookkeeping, and merchandising while maintaining Circle K's high service standards and ensuring predictable onsite attendance. This role requires leadership, urgency, and a customer-first mindset.

Qualifications

• Retail experience preferred
• Supervisor or management experience preferred
• Experience handling food
• High School/College Degree(s) required or preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist Store Manager with oversight of store operations
• Help with hiring, supervising and training staff
• Oversee bookkeeping and merchandising
• Maintain high standards and provide fast, friendly service
• Ensure regular and predictable onsite attendance
• Support food program execution and customer care

Skills

Leading a team

Recruiting and hiring

Delegation

Teaching and motivating

Planning and organizing

Communication

Cash-handling

Problem solving

Advocating and empathizing

Safety and security

Education

High School/College Degree(s)

Job description

Circle K Store in Channahon, IL is seeking an Assistant Manager to help oversee daily store operations and lead a team in a fast-paced environment.

You will assist the Store Manager with staff recruitment, scheduling, bookkeeping, and merchandising while maintaining Circle K's high service standards and ensuring predictable onsite attendance. This role requires leadership, urgency, and a customer-first mindset.