Assistant Store Manager

Assistant Store Manager

Location: Ellsworth, WI

Compensation: $52,000 to $60,000 per year, commensurate with qualifications and experience

Status: Exempt/Salaried

Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery is seeking an energetic, outgoing, and positive Assistant Retail & Food Manager to join our growing team. Since 1910, we’ve partnered with local farmers to craft award-winning cheese and remain committed to our Team, Craft & Community. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career with a company that values teamwork, creativity, and innovation in a fun, fast-paced environment.

The Assistant Retail & Food Manager partners with store leadership to drive sales, enhance merchandising, support kitchen and retail operations, and foster a customer-first culture at our Ellsworth, WI location.

Benefits Package

• Benefits eligible the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
• Medical, Health Savings Account, Dental, Vision, Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital insurances available.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and additional free resources.
• 401k match, Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay

Key Responsibilities

Retail Leadership

• Collaborate with store management to lead daily retail operations
• Enhance merchandising and displays to maximize visual impact and revenue
• Partner with vendors to introduce new products and manage sourcing
• Support promotions, events, and initiatives to drive sales
• Address and resolve customer concerns promptly and professionally

Team Leadership

• Coach, mentor, and provide real-time feedback to team members
• Promote a customer-centric culture focused on achieving sales goals
• Assist with scheduling and staffing plans
• Model ethical conduct, safety, and compliance standards
• Train new team members on operational procedures

Operational Leadership

• Oversee kitchen operations including food prep, service, and sanitation
• Manage ordering, receiving, and inventory tasks
• Maintain product labeling and POS systems
• Support retail, production, and special events as needed

Requirements

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of management experience (retail or food service preferred)
• Deli, kitchen, or food service leadership experience required
• Strong business acumen and understanding of retail fundamentals
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience leading teams to achieve sales goals
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Bilingual skills a plus
• Must have a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Physical & Work Requirements

• Ability to lift 50+ lbs. repetitively
• Stand for up to 8 hours per shift
• Ability to work in a food plant and retail environment
• Adhere to all food safety and workplace safety regulations
• Pass a drug & alcohol screen as well as a general background check

At Ellsworth Creamery, team members are more than employees – they’re family. Many of our staff have built careers here spanning 10, 20, even 50 years.