Bakery & Deli Manager — Lead Team, Grow & Serve

1016 Meijer Great Lakes LP; Portage (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meijer Rewards Weekly pay

Scheduling flexibility

Paid parental leave

Paid education assistance

Team member discount

Development programs for advancement

Job summary

Meijer Inc. in Portage, MI seeks a Store Manager to lead store operations, staff development, and customer service excellence. You’ll oversee staffing, training, and performance—driving sales while maintaining Meijer standards and a safe, welcoming shopping environment.

This role emphasizes mentoring, budget awareness, and day-to-day coaching to meet growth goals. Experience in retail management, strong communication, and a focus on loss prevention are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or its equivalent required.
• 2-3 years of related retail experience.
• One year of management experience.
• Rotational assignments in store areas and customer service experience.
• Strong communication and conflict-resolution abilities.
• Ability to analyze financial and statistical information to inform decisions.
• Mentoring team members and promoting development.
• Complete required certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide courteous, friendly, efficient customer and team service.
• Staffing, selection and hiring to meet needs.
• Promote career paths and development, involve promotions decisions.
• Document disciplinary actions and recommend discharge.
• Responsible for P&L, sales, and shrink control.
• Model fast, friendly customer service.
• Communicate Meijer Friendly Initiative in meetings.
• Mentor team to exceed service and sales goals.
• Ensure proper training and certifications are completed.
• Spend most time in-store interacting with customers and colleagues.
• Promote safe work environment.
• Maintain reliable attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Retail management

Staffing & hiring

Customer service

Communication

Conflict resolution

Financial analysis

Mentoring

Certifications

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Meijer Inc. in Portage, MI seeks a Store Manager to lead store operations, staff development, and customer service excellence. You’ll oversee staffing, training, and performance—driving sales while maintaining Meijer standards and a safe, welcoming shopping environment.

This role emphasizes mentoring, budget awareness, and day-to-day coaching to meet growth goals. Experience in retail management, strong communication, and a focus on loss prevention are essential.