Market Grille Manager: Lead, Inspire & Drive Growth

Hy-Vee; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Hy-Vee in Ankeny, IA is seeking a Market Grille Department Manager to lead daily operations, supervise staff, and uphold high standards of food quality and customer service.

You will set goals with store leadership, schedule shifts, train and evaluate employees, manage inventory and pricing, and ensure profitable, smooth department performance every day. This fast-paced role rewards strong leaders who build great teams and deliver an outstanding guest experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Over one year of related work experience.
• Ability to supervise a team and manage daily operations.

Responsibilities

• Set and uphold department standards for service, appearance, and profitability.
• Lead by example, greet customers, and create a welcoming atmosphere.
• Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate department staff; manage discipline and transfers.
• Determine department goals with Store Director; establish schedules.
• Inspect signage and displays; order products for replenishment.
• Handle pricing, invoicing, and department bookkeeping procedures.
• Analyze weekly/monthly sales trends and prepare ad projections.
• Plan displays, promotions, and pre-orders; conduct inventory.
• Ensure proper temperatures and storage for freshness; control shrink.
• Troubleshoot equipment and coordinate maintenance.
• Coordinate with Restaurant and Service staff; share sales updates.
• Unload trucks, check deliveries, and store products appropriately.
• Maintain competitive pricing and attend meetings and training.

Skills

Team leadership

Customer service

Communication

Hiring interviews

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Hy-Vee in Ankeny, IA is seeking a Market Grille Department Manager to lead daily operations, supervise staff, and uphold high standards of food quality and customer service.

You will set goals with store leadership, schedule shifts, train and evaluate employees, manage inventory and pricing, and ensure profitable, smooth department performance every day. This fast-paced role rewards strong leaders who build great teams and deliver an outstanding guest experience.