Assistant Store Manager: Path to Store Manager & Growth

Peet's Coffee Inc.; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

401k matching

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Employee Assistance program

Paid vacation and holidays

Free coffee and baked goods + employee

employee discount

Job summary

Peet's Coffee in Berkeley is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to support the Store Manager in driving sales and delivering outstanding customer experiences. The role emphasizes coaching, team leadership, and adherence to Peet's service model in a fast-paced coffee environment.

It offers a clear growth path toward Store Manager within 12–18 months. Competitive pay ($28.00–$31.00/hour), 401k matching, medical/dental/vision options, paid time off, and employee coffee perks; tuition scholarships

Qualifications

• 2 years management/supervisory experience within service/food industry or equivalent related experience and training in related industry
• Assistant Store Managers must maintain open availability and work 40 hours per week
• Able to work early mornings, evenings and weekends
• Must be legally eligible to work in the country where this job is located
• Must be at least 18 years of age or older
• Will perform various physical tasks during shifts (see Physical Requirements)

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 and productive work environment through coaching, communication, and sound judgment; foster camaraderie and help the team navigate change
• Contribute to employee development by training and providing regular coaching and feedback
• Support the Store Manager with recruiting, hiring, and ensuring appropriate staffing levels
• Assist in managing daily coffeebar operations, including inventory control, cash handling, cleanliness, and safety/labor compliance

Skills

Management

Supervisory experience

Open availability

Customer service

Job description

Peet's Coffee in Berkeley is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to support the Store Manager in driving sales and delivering outstanding customer experiences. The role emphasizes coaching, team leadership, and adherence to Peet's service model in a fast-paced coffee environment.

It offers a clear growth path toward Store Manager within 12–18 months. Competitive pay ($28.00–$31.00/hour), 401k matching, medical/dental/vision options, paid time off, and employee coffee perks; tuition scholarships