Wellness Retail Store Lead & Team Coach

Mother's Market & Kitchen; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

In-store discounts

Job summary

Mother’s Market & Kitchen is seeking an Assistant Store Manager in Newport Beach to help run daily operations, support staff, and deliver exceptional service. You’ll oversee cashier settlements, promotions, and shift coverage while modeling strong leadership and customer focus.

This role emphasizes team development, coaching, and ensuring safe, smooth store performance. Flexible schedule and the chance to contribute to a mission-driven, wellness-focused grocery and cafe environment.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as an Assistant Store Manager, department manager, or equivalent role.
• Strong communication skills both verbal and written; proficient in English.
• Computer literacy (Word, Excel, Outlook); comfortable with basic math.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations: Assist with store and restaurant workflows; follow up on cashier settlements, promotions, and shift coverage
• Support & develop staff: Coordinate training, manage schedules, coach team members, and model positive leadership
• Deliver customer excellence: Greet and assist customers, handle inquiries or complaints, and engage on the sales floor
• Track performance: Review of daily sales and labor metrics; relay key insights from Manager’s reports to relevant teams
• Ensure store standards: Conduct facility checks, report maintenance issues, handle emergencies, and uphold safety/security protocols
• Enhance merchandising: Create and support in-store displays, help execute product placement strategies to meet sales objectives
• Take initiative: Step into staff roles as needed, whether opening, closing, or covering breaks and shifts

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Customer-service mindset

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Basic math

Job description

Mother’s Market & Kitchen is seeking an Assistant Store Manager in Newport Beach to help run daily operations, support staff, and deliver exceptional service. You’ll oversee cashier settlements, promotions, and shift coverage while modeling strong leadership and customer focus.

This role emphasizes team development, coaching, and ensuring safe, smooth store performance. Flexible schedule and the chance to contribute to a mission-driven, wellness-focused grocery and cafe environment.