Assistant Manager

Position Overview

Duchess has been serving local communities for over 60 years—and our Assistant Managers are key to keeping that legacy strong. In this role, you’ll support the Store Manager in leading daily operations, coaching team members, and delivering excellent customer service. It’s the perfect next step for someone ready to lead, learn, and grow in a fast‑paced retail environment.

• Support store operations including staffing, inventory, and shift leadership.
• Coach and train team members to deliver friendly, efficient service.
• Ensure the store stays clean, safe, and customer‑ready.
• Step in to lead when the Store Manager is away to drive performance goals and maintain compliance standards.
• Build relationships with customers, vendors, and your team.
• Perform physical tasks such as walking, standing, squatting, lifting, carrying, and reaching, and work in demanding conditions including variable temperatures, indoors and outdoors.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ year of leadership experience in retail or food service.
• A team‑first mindset with strong communication skills.
• Comfortable with scheduling, inventory, and basic store systems.
• Familiar with POS systems and basic software (Word, Excel, Email).
• Serve Safe certification required or willingness to obtain.
• Committed to creating a welcoming experience for every guest.

• Career growth – We promote from within and help you build your future.
• Health, dental, vision insurance and employer‑paid life insurance.
• Financial security – Weekly pay, 401(k) with company match, and paid time off.
• Performance rewards – Monthly bonuses for hitting key goals.
• Community impact – Be part of a team that’s been trusted for generations.

Evidence of work authorization upon employment is required in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Completion of USCIS form I-9 will be required in order to verify employment eligibility within 3 business days of the first day of employment.

Englefield Retail provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Englefield Retail expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of employees to perform their duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.