Grocery Store Assistant Store Manager #ZMD 35776046

Superior Talent Source; Illinois; On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Superior Talent Source in Illinois partners with a people-first grocery concept to hire an Assistant Store Manager. You will work with the Store Director to drive daily execution, uphold high standards, and cultivate a positive, high-performing store culture.

You will lead front-end operations, oversee merchandising and inventory, coach teammates, support scheduling and training, and ensure food safety and guest satisfaction in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in grocery or high-volume retail leadership.
• Strong passion for people development, fresh product, and store presentation.
• Hands-on leadership style with urgency and ownership mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while executing.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day store operations with the Store Director across all departments.
• Create a fresh, in-stock, easy-to-shop environment that meets guest expectations.
• Oversee merchandising, inventory, and store conditions to drive execution.
• Manage inventory levels, ordering, and shrink control.
• Coach and develop team members in real time on the floor.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and hospitality.
• Collaborate with department leaders for cross-functional support.
• Support front-end operations including customer service and register coverage.
• Assist with scheduling, hiring, training, and performance management.
• Support special orders, catering, and seasonal initiatives.
• Ensure food safety, cleanliness, and operational standards.
• Act as Manager-on-Duty with opening and closing responsibilities.

Job description

Job Description

Assistant Store Manager

Support the Vision. Lead the Team. Elevate the Experience.

We are partnering with a people-first grocery concept focused on fresh quality, clean stores, and strong community connection. This is an opportunity for a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about developing teams while supporting store-wide success.

As the Assistant Store Manager, you will work closely with the Store Director to drive daily execution, uphold high standards, and create a positive, high-performing store culture.

What Youll Do

• Support the Store Director in leading day-to-day store operations across all departments
• Help create a fresh, in-stock, and easy-to-shop environment that exceeds guest expectations
• Drive execution around merchandising, inventory, and store conditions
• Assist in managing inventory levels, ordering, and shrink control
• Lead from the floorcoaching, developing, and supporting team members in real time
• Help build a culture centered around accountability, teamwork, and hospitality
• Partner with department leaders to ensure consistent execution and cross-functional support
• Step in to support front-end operations, including customer service, issue resolution, and register coverage when needed
• Assist with scheduling, hiring, training, and performance management
• Support execution of special orders, catering, and seasonal initiatives
• Ensure compliance with food safety, cleanliness, and operational standards
• Act as Manager-on-Duty, including opening and closing responsibilities

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in grocery or high-volume retail leadership (Assistant Manager, Department Manager, or similar)
• Strong passion for people development, fresh product, and store presentation
• Hands-on leadership style with a sense of urgency and ownership mindset
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while staying focused on execution
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Comfortable supporting front-end, back-of-house, and team leadership functions
• Working knowledge of inventory control, labor management, and store operations
• Food safety knowledge with ability to maintain required certifications

Why This Opportunity

• Culture-driven environment focused on people and growth
• Strong leadership support and mentorship from Store Director
• Opportunity to grow into a Store Director role
• Team-oriented environment with a focus on fresh quality and operational excellence
• Competitive compensation and benefits

If youre a leader who enjoys being in the action, developing people, and helping run a great store day in and day outthis is a strong next step in your career.