Assistant Manager - Convenience Store

Join the Synergy Team!Where Hard Work Meets Hometown FunWhat It Means to Work at SynergyAt Synergy, we believe work should feel like a community – and that community should be supportive and fun! As a locally owned cooperative, we take pride in supporting our employees, our customers, and the communities we serve. When you join our team, you’ll find more than just a job; you’ll find opportunity, growth, and people who genuinely care.What You Can Expect from UsCompetitive payMedical, dental and vision insuranceCompany-paid life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability401(k) with a 6% match!Profit sharingCompany clothing annual allowanceGas and LP discountsAdvancement opportunitiesContinuous Training and DevelopmentRelaxed Dress Code – yes, jeans are welcome!A relaxed, yet upbeat and fun work environment with great peopleWhat You’ll Be DoingLeading by example is what you’ll do every day! Assisting the Store Manager in the day-to-day operations including scheduling, training, supervising employees, and controlling expenses to maximize store profit margins are a few of the duties you can expect. This position will also be able to perform the duties of the Team Members and Team Leads, ensuring all personnel maintain compliance with company standards in all areas of operation including customer relations, food service maintenance, and team management.Skills That Will Help You Thrive in this RoleCreating a culture of teamwork and fun!Leading by example to accomplish goalsAbility to teach others to complete new tasksKeep a positive attitude – even on busy days!Being reliable and punctual – your team counts on you!Making customers feel welcome with friendly conversationIdentifying and implementing efficienciesMoving fast, staying focused, and having fun doing itThinking on your feet and finding creative solutionsBeing a trusted co-worker who always thinks of safety and securityWhat We Need from YouTwo or more years of retail or food service experience1 year of management experienceClerical skills, including confidence with computersHigh school diploma or equivalent requiredSchedule flexibility - including nights, weekends and sometimes holidaysAbility to lift and carry up to 20 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionallyComfort working in temperatures consistent with commercial refrigeration/freezersWillingness to work with commercial food preparation equipment (grills, ovens, fryers)Ability to obtain and maintain a municipal seller/server certification (minimum 18 years of age)Bonus Points if You HaveRecruiting/hiring/interviewing skillsA drive to grow your career within the cooperative!Why You’ll Love Working for a Co-Op!When you work for a cooperative, you are part of something bigger than just a business – you’re a part of a community. Synergy is locally owned and operated, which means every dollar and every decision helps strengthen the towns we call home. We believe in fun, honesty, safety, community, and investing in our people.Here, you’re not just an employee – you are part of the Synergy community and the cooperative tradition that helps our rural communities thrive.18 years minimum:Applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for this position. Synergy Cooperative is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. #J-18808-Ljbffr