Grocery Store Leadership Track: Assistant Manager

Uncle Giuseppe's; Melville (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K match

STD

LTD

AD&D

PTO

Lunch discount

In-store discount

Pet Insurance

FSA

Job summary

Uncle Giuseppe’s on Long Island is seeking high-potential professionals for a Management Development/ASM pathway. You will train directly with the Store Manager, gaining experience across perishables, stocking, P&L, and labor while developing leadership skills to run your own store.

The role requires 5+ years in grocery/retail and 3+ years in an Assistant Store Manager or similar leadership role, with a focus on operations, merchandising, and team engagement. Competitive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Must have strong communication skills in verbal and written form.
• Proven leadership ability to guide teams and coach staff.
• Ability to resolve conflicts quickly and effectively.
• Demonstrated multitasking and organizational skills.
• Solid understanding of grocery/retail operations and processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist Store Manager in daily store operations and customer service.
• Participate in the Management Development Program for Store Manager readiness.
• Train under the Store Manager on perishables, non-perishables, P&L, and shrink.
• Monitor financial performance, sales trends, expenses, and profitability.
• Supervise, coach, and motivate team members to meet standards.
• Assist with scheduling, labor planning, and timekeeping.
• Oversee inventory, ordering, stock rotation, and merchandising.
• Uphold merchandising, signage, cleanliness, and store presentation.
• Ensure food safety and workplace safety compliance.
• Support shrink reduction and loss prevention initiatives.
• Contribute to cost control and sales-driven initiatives.
• Step in to lead operations in the Store Manager’s absence.
• Handle customer inquiries and escalations professionally.
• Collaborate with department managers to improve processes and performance.
• Assist in training and onboarding new employees.
• Analyze KPIs to identify opportunities for growth.

Skills

Excellent communication

Leadership & people skills

Conflict resolution

Multitasking & organization

Operational know‑how

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Uncle Giuseppe’s on Long Island is seeking high-potential professionals for a Management Development/ASM pathway. You will train directly with the Store Manager, gaining experience across perishables, stocking, P&L, and labor while developing leadership skills to run your own store.

The role requires 5+ years in grocery/retail and 3+ years in an Assistant Store Manager or similar leadership role, with a focus on operations, merchandising, and team engagement. Competitive benefits are offered.