As the Grocery/ Refrigeration Manager youll lead the day-to-day performance of these departments driving sales maintaining margins and ensuring a safe and inviting environment. Reporting to the Store Manager and Buying Department youll oversee scheduling team management merchandising and vendor relations to help our store thrive.
Hourly Pay: $20.00$27.00 hourly
Benefits: Medical dental vision life insurance & in-store discounts
What Youll Do
Operational Leadership
Oversee daily department operations scheduling productivity merchandising and profit goals.
Manage staffing: recruit train evaluate promote and when necessary oversee terminations.
Ensure merchandising standards: optimal product placement rotation and cleanliness.
Monitor store appearance safety and adherence to all operational procedures.
Collaborate on weekly ad planning and promotional strategies.
Sales & Merchandising
Develop and implement marketing tactics to educate customers on your products.
Source products both directly and via distributors to enhance variety.
Track and grow customer purchase rates through product knowledge and outreach.
Inventory & Compliance
Maintain accurate product handling: managing invoices deliveries shrink (expired/damaged goods) and logging data promptly.
Support inventory for refrigeration/grocery and ensure compliance with food safety and quality protocols.
Customer & Vendor Engagement
Deliver exceptional customer service and proactively address feedback.
Build strong working relationships with wholesalers vendors and internal teams.
Stay informed on industry trends read trade publications and analyze competitors.
Lead regular departmental meetings and attend broader leadership training.
Physical Demands
Perform physically demanding work: lift/carry products (singles and case boxes up to 100 times/day) push/pull carts and dollies work in walk-ins and freezers stand for long periods climb ladders bend squat and reach overhead.
Work flexibly (inside/outside) under cold or wet conditions; protective gear provided.
What You Bring
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED (required).
Grocery/refrigeration or related experience (preferred).
Core Competencies
Strong leadership and communication skills able to inspire teamwork and foster a positive work environment.
Excellent organizational ability: manage schedules budgets and department workflows.
Analytical mindset for merchandising cost control and trend analysis.
Customer-first attitude and comfort engaging with vendors and customers.
Commitment to compliance safety and maintaining a clean welcoming store.
Schedule Requirements
Flexible availability across various shifts and locations including weekends and evenings
Why Join Mothers Market
Youll be part of a mission-driven company that values wellness sustainability and outstanding customer service. We foster an inclusive workplace where team members are respected and encouraged to grow.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Mothers Market is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race color religion gender sexual orientation age disability or any other protected status.
Make Health Your Mission and Apply Today!
If youre ready to lead with passion support your team and make a real impact at Mothers Market wed love to meet you.
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Manager
Mother’s Market and Kitchen is an all natural and organic health food store, offering a selection of high quality natural foods, health products, and information.