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Mate (Assistant Store Manager)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $24.00 - $28.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
employee discount
Career development opportunities
fun and collaborative work environment

Job Description

Trader Joe's is a uniquely successful and innovative grocery store chain known for its high-quality products, exceptional customer service, and vibrant store culture. With over 570 stores nationwide and expanding, Trader Joe's stands out in the retail market by fostering a fun and engaging shopping experience alongside a strong sense of community among its employees and customers. The company is dedicated to maintaining an environment where customers feel welcomed and valued, and where employees, referred to as Crew Members, are empowered to provide exceptional service and bring their best selves to work every day. Trader Joe's values collaboration, leadership development, and a supportive work atmosphere that encourages personal and professional growth.

Joining Trader Joe's as a Mate, or Assistant Store Manager, offers an exciting opportunity to become part of this amazing growth company. In this role, you will be a leader who not only helps customers but also inspires and guides your team to create a WOW experience for every shopper. As a Mate, you will thrive in a collaborative environment where you can hone your leadership skills, learn from a successful brand, and contribute to building a positive store culture. The position offers a blend of operational duties and team leadership, providing a dynamic workday filled with diverse responsibilities that keep the job engaging and rewarding.

As an Assistant Store Manager at Trader Joe's, your primary focus will be developing and supporting Crew Members through role modeling, providing direction, and fostering a culture of growth and empowerment. You will lead by example, coaching others to be their best and helping to improve the overall quality of store life. The role includes participating in daily operational tasks such as operating the cash register with efficiency and a friendly attitude, bagging groceries with care, stocking shelves, receiving inventory loads, and maintaining a welcoming atmosphere for both customers and the team.

Trader Joe's is not just a grocery store but a community-driven employer that prioritizes the well-being and development of its Crew. This leadership position requires strong interpersonal skills, a passion for mentoring, and a commitment to upholding the company's core values of integrity and teamwork. If you have a history of leadership in retail, restaurant, or hospitality environments and want to be part of a fun, fast-growing company that truly values its employees, this Mate role at Trader Joe's could be the perfect match for your career ambitions.

Job Requirements

  • 3+ years of recent retail, restaurant, or hospitality experience
  • 2+ years of management or supervisory experience
  • high school degree or equivalent
  • history of developing individuals and teams through empowerment and integrity

Job Qualifications

  • High school degree or equivalent
  • 3+ years of recent retail, restaurant, or hospitality experience
  • 2+ years of recent experience at the management or supervisory level
  • a history of developing individuals and teams through empowerment and integrity

Job Duties

  • Work in teams and get to know the Crew
  • improve the quality of store life
  • coach others to be their best
  • model behavior that supports our values
  • operate the cash register in a fun and efficient manner
  • bag groceries with care
  • stock shelves and receive loads
  • make the store a welcome place for customers and Crew

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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