Assistant Store Manager

**Who We Are**:
At Country Grocer, we believe in _great food, great people, and strong community connections_. We're proud to be a locally-owned grocer that puts people first—our team, our customers, and our communities. We're currently looking for a dedicated, hands-on Assistant Store Manager to join our leadership team at our Chemainus location.

**About the Role**:
As Assistant Store Manager, you'll play a vital role in supporting daily store operations, leading by example, and helping create a positive and productive work environment for both staff and customers. You’ll work alongside the Store Manager and ownership group to ensure that store goals are met, standards are upheld, and our people are supported.

This is a dynamic and highly visible role that balances leadership, collaboration, problem-solving, and customer service. You’ll wear many hats—coach, organizer, decision-maker, motivator—and help keep the store running smoothly day in and day out.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Support the Store Manager in day-to-day operations and ensure smooth store functioning.
- Lead by example on the floor, offering support, coaching, and hands-on problem solving.
- Ensure a welcoming, clean, and safe environment for customers and team members.
- Assist with budgeting, sales tracking, and promotional planning to meet business goals.
- Help oversee inventory management, ordering, merchandising, and stock levels.
- Train, mentor, and onboard new staff; contribute to scheduling and performance management.
- Monitor customer service standards and help resolve escalated concerns professionally.
- Analyze operational data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and company policies.

**About You**:

- Minimum 4 years of progressive experience in grocery or retail leadership roles.
- Strong communication and leadership skills with a hands-on, approachable style.
- Detail-oriented with solid problem-solving and organizational abilities.
- Comfortable managing inventory, scheduling, and store systems (POS, ordering, etc.).
- Passionate about people—both customers and colleagues—and building positive team culture.
- Able to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs, standing/walking for extended periods, and performing tasks that involve bending, reaching, and kneeling.

**The Compensation and Perks**
- Full extended health benefits package at 6 months
- Self-directed RRSP and company matching program
- Paid vacation
- Paid sick days

**Wait, there’s more**
- Get paid every Friday
- Special Team Member Discount Program
- Educational Reimbursement Opportunities
- Pay increases linked to performance
- Flexible schedules posted in advance
- Team Member assistance and wellness program
- A positive and inclusive team-oriented environment
- Recognition programs that regularly celebrate achievements

**Disclaimer**:
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**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $25.75-$35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Discounted or free food
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- RRSP match
- Store discount
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Every Weekend
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- On call
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person