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Grocery Store Assistant Manager

Gordon Food Service, Lansing, MI, United States


Location:

4322 Alpine Ave, Comstock Park MI 49321
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Gordon Food Service At a Glance.
Job Overview

As Assistant Store Manager, you are the right-hand to the Store Manager! You'll become well trained to cover all aspects of store operations, achieve key performance and financial objectives, as well as directional and performance planning. Be part of it!
Overall, we are looking for someone who takes pride in being a great merchant, a passionate leader, and committed to making sure every customer experience is better than the last!
Responsibilities

Assists with the management of all aspects of Store operations including customer service, store condition and the selection, training, supervising, and performance management of Store Sales Associates
Assists in unloading all merchandise from delivery trucks, organizes merchandise, and transfers merchandise from stockroom to store
Collaborates with team members to ensure the store meets or exceeds the established merchandising standards for product quality, presentation and visual marketing/merchandising
Keep up with reporting to support sales, earnings, and minimizing shrink
Assumes full management responsibility in the absence of the Store Manager
Qualifications

Two (2) or more years of grocery or retail management experience

Hands‑on leadership experience in grocery retail (e.g. Produce, Deli/Bakery, or Meat/Seafood departments) is highly preferred but not required.

Physical Requirements: Ability to regularly lift up to 50 lbs with frequent lifting above shoulder height
Schedule Availability: Ability to work flexible, full-time schedule to include days, evenings, weekends and holidays
You must be 18 years of age or older
High School Diploma / Equivalent
Successfully pass our pre‑employment checks, including a drug screen and criminal background check
Valid driver’s license and safe driving record per GFS policy
Benefits

Healthcare Benefits available on the first day! You take care of our customers, so we take care of you!
Annual Bonus! 10% annual performance‑based bonus potential
Immediate Retirement Savings: 401(k) retirement plan with company match! No waiting period required!
Company Profit‑Sharing (which means the money comes back to you) after you have been employed for 90 days!
Holidays Off - We are CLOSED on Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Day, and Easter
We offer a great retail schedule! Store Hours: Monday to Saturday 7AM - 8PM and Sunday 9AM - 6PM
Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to talent@gfs.com and use the words "Accommodation Request" in your subject line.
All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free. Gordon Food Service is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre‑employment drug tests.

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