Department Manager: Lead Café Ops & People Growth

Safeway; Hermiston (OR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages paid weekly

Associate discounts

Health and financial well-being (Med,

Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay

Leaders invested in training and dev

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

The Albertsons Companies Starbucks Department Manager role combines customer service excellence with food safety and operational discipline in a fast-paced, retail environment.

You will lead daily department operations, support hiring and training, manage inventory and budgeting, and ensure Starbucks standards are met while delivering a welcoming cafe experience to customers and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Strong customer-service focus with a professional team presence.
• Effective communication, coaching, and collaboration skills.
• Strong organization, time management, and planning abilities.
• Ability to remain steady in fast-paced, high-volume environments.
• Ability to lift up to 55 lbs. and work extended periods in a retail environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily department operations and maintain customer service and operational consistency.
• Support hiring, training, coaching, and development of associates.
• Maintain a customer-first environment and respond to service needs and concerns appropriately.
• Coordinate daily activities to support smooth workflow and service levels.
• Maintain calm, consistent operations during high-volume periods.
• Execute company and Starbucks programs, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and product handling standards.
• Manage ordering, inventory levels, product rotation, and storage.
• Support department sales, budgeting, and expense management.
• Maintain communication with vendors, store management teams, and community partners.
• Complete required reporting and administrative responsibilities.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Coaching

Team development

Time management

Planning

Tools

Store systems

Ordering tools

Basic computer apps

Job description

The Albertsons Companies Starbucks Department Manager role combines customer service excellence with food safety and operational discipline in a fast-paced, retail environment.

You will lead daily department operations, support hiring and training, manage inventory and budgeting, and ensure Starbucks standards are met while delivering a welcoming cafe experience to customers and colleagues.