Assistant Grocery Manager

Assistant Grocery Manager

Responsible recruiter Nino Salvaggio is currently looking for an Assistant Grocery Manager to help manage the grocery department of the Troy location.

Responsibilities:

• Oversees all aspects of the operation of the department, including but not limited to: training, ordering, time and attendance, employee purchase policy, etc.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
• Effectively manage the department, meeting or exceeding Company standards and goals, on a per shift basis and in conjunction with the Department Manager.
• Plan, assign and direct work to department employees.
• Responsible for ordering product in conjunction with the Department Manager.
• Properly plans, on a per shift basis, product distribution to customers and works with suppliers to arrange purchase and delivery of all necessary products and supplies for the proper operation of the department.
• Address complaints and resolve problems in conjunction with Department Manager.
• Ensure compliance with all state, county and local weights and measures laws and labeling requirements.
• Properly use, train others how to use and supervise the safe use of all equipment in the department.
• Assist with the interviewing, hiring, training and proper development of grocery associates, including performance appraisals, rewarding and disciplinary action.
• Must be thoroughly familiar with and able to work with all products carried in the department including being fully knowledgeable in the differences (in price, taste, preparation or use) between the many varieties and types of items offered in the department. Adhere to all quality standards.
• Follow approved procedures for receiving product, dating, price marking and restocking cases to ensure quality protection, public image, accuracy and product rotation.
• Checks and verifies department merchandise received to ensure that all items listed on vendor invoices are delivered per quality standards.
• Positively contributing to the gross profit of the department by properly monitoring labor cost, food cost, production, food presentation, quantities, waste and rotation.
• Maintains good communication within the department, in the store and throughout the organization. Develops associates within department through training, supervision and delegation.
• Ensures favorable department image to customers by maintaining a clean, organized, attractive and friendly department.
• Greets customers and provides them with prompt and courteous service and/or assistance, per our Company customer service standards.
• Motivate associates to achieve company sales, merchandising and customer service goals.
• Leads by example.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or G.E.D. required.
• 6 months or more related experience and/or demonstrated ability required.
• Food Service Management Certification preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age and demonstrate a strong knowledge of department operations and a proven track record of success.
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in written form sufficient to express an idea or thought.
• Ability to handle sales transactions, tender correct change, verify vendor invoice charges and counts and complete required accounting reports including inventory and receiving.
• Experience in stocking, rotation procedures, product knowledge, customer service experience, etc.
• Solid, demonstrated knowledge of the products carried in the department.
• Excellent organizational skills (detail oriented, goal oriented, follow through).
• Great attitude (people skills, innovative, proactive).
• Must be able to stand and/or walk for 8 or more hour periods.
• Ability to multitask, maintain a positive attitude, problem solve.

Benefits:

• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Short term disability
• Accident
• Hospitalization
• Critical illness
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending
• Education reimbursement
• 401K match
• Employee discount
• Company paid life insurance policy
• Company paid LTD policy

If you are interested in this position, please follow the 2 step application process which includes a formal application after some initial questions. EOE

Every successful company is built on a core principle. At Nino Salvaggio International Marketplace, it's Family. From the actual Salvaggio family that created our store in 1979, to the family of thousands who staff our four locations in Metro Detroit, to the families we serve as customers every day.

So whether you love working with customers or thrive in a kitchen environment, whether you know fresh produce or cash registers, whether you've graduated high school or learned a trade, it doesn't matter. If you want a job, chances are you've got family waiting for you at Nino's.

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