Retail Assistant Manager — Lead, Coach & Grow (Flexible Schedule)

Duchess; Newark, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Employer-Paid Life Insurance

Weekly pay

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Duchess is seeking an Assistant Manager to support daily store operations, including staffing, inventory, and shift leadership. You will coach team members to deliver friendly, efficient service and ensure the store stays clean, safe, and customer-ready.

This role is ideal for someone ready to lead in a fast-paced retail environment. We offer opportunities for growth, with a focus on promoting from within, competitive benefits, and a supportive team culture that values excellent service and

Qualifications

• Education – High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience – 1+ year of leadership experience in retail or food service
• Leadership – A team-first mindset with strong communication skills
• Operations – Comfortable with scheduling, inventory, and basic store systems
• Tech comfort – Familiar with POS systems and basic software (Word, Excel, Email)
• ServeSafe certification – Required or willingness to obtain
• Customer focus – Committed to creating a welcoming experience for every guest

Responsibilities

• Support store operations including staffing, inventory, and shift leadership
• Coach and train team members to deliver friendly, efficient service
• Ensure the store stays clean, safe, and customer-ready
• Step in to lead when the Store Manager is away — help drive performance goals and maintain compliance standards
• Build relationships with customers, vendors, and your team

Skills

Leadership experience

Customer focus

Communication skills

Scheduling

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS systems

Word

Excel

Email

Job description

Duchess is seeking an Assistant Manager to support daily store operations, including staffing, inventory, and shift leadership. You will coach team members to deliver friendly, efficient service and ensure the store stays clean, safe, and customer-ready.

This role is ideal for someone ready to lead in a fast-paced retail environment. We offer opportunities for growth, with a focus on promoting from within, competitive benefits, and a supportive team culture that values excellent service and