Assistant Store Manager - Palo Alto District

10 Peet's Coffee Inc.; Menlo Park (CA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with generous matching

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Paid vacation and holidays

Free coffee and baked goods

Employee discounts

Job summary

10 Peet's Coffee Inc. is looking for a management professional in Menlo Park, California to support the Store Manager in driving sales and delivering exceptional customer experiences. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of management experience in the service or food industry, and an ability to foster a positive team culture.

Competitive pay ranges from $27.00 to $30.00 per hour, along with benefits including bonuses, 401(k) matching, and employee discounts. The position requires open availability and the capacity to work varied hours.

Qualifications

• At least two years of management or supervisory experience within the service or food industry.
• Open availability and adherence to management scheduling guidelines.
• Ability to work various hours, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends.
• Legal eligibility to work in the country and minimum age of 18 years.

Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager in achieving financial and operational goals.
• Use reporting and feedback tools to track progress and improve performance.
• Create a positive team culture through effective communication and coaching.
• Assist with recruiting and ensuring appropriate staffing levels.

Skills

Management experience

Customer service

Team coaching

Communication skills

Job description

Competitive Pay, Perks & Benefits

Competitive pay, with a scale of $27.00 - $30.00 per hour ($56,160 - $62,400 per year based on a 40‑hour week). Bonuses, 401(k) with generous matching, medical, dental and vision benefits, employee assistance program, paid vacation and holidays, free coffee and baked goods, and employee discounts.

Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager in achieving financial and operational goals by driving sales and leading the team to deliver exceptional customer experiences.
• Use reporting and feedback tools to inform decisions, track progress toward goals, and identify opportunities to improve performance.
• Create and support a positive team culture through active coaching, effective communication, and sound judgment, fostering camaraderie and supporting employee retention.
• Contribute to employee development by providing regular coaching and feedback, and recognize and respond to performance issues.
• Assist with recruiting, hiring, and ensuring appropriate staffing levels to maintain coverage and performance.
• Assist in managing daily coffee bar operations, including inventory control, cash handling, cleanliness, and compliance with safety and labor standards.

Minimum Qualifications

• At least two years of management or supervisory experience within the service or food industry, or equivalent experience and related training.
• Open availability and adherence to management scheduling guidelines while working 40 hours per week.
• Ability to work various hours, schedules, early mornings, evenings, and weekends.
• Compliance with Peet's Employment of Minors policies and ability to supervise and work with minors.
• Legal eligibility to work in the country where the position is located.
• Minimum age of 18 years.
• Capacity to perform various physical tasks during the work shift.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

At Peet’s, we believe in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome. We are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome qualified applicants of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate based on race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, genetic information, uniform service, veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local laws. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local ordinances. Peet’s is also committed to providing reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. Contact [e-mail] for assistance or accommodation requests.