Assistant Store Manager

Established 1981

Bagel Chalet

Long Island, New York

WE'RE HIRING

Assistant Store Manager

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Bagel / Deli Chalet offers an exciting selection of fresh handcrafted sandwiches and salads made with the highest quality ingredients, including market-fresh produce and artisan breads. We pride ourselves on blending traditional values with contemporary flavors, delivering a memorable experience for our customers.

JOB OVERVIEW

We are looking for a proactive and energetic Assistant Store Manager to join our team. In this role, you will support the store’s daily operations, lead sales efforts, and ensure excellent customer service. The ideal candidate is organized, personable, and experienced in retail management, ready to motivate a team and uphold our standards of quality and efficiency.

Job Type:

Full-Time, Hourly

Schedule:

Varies, including early mornings, weekends, and holidays

RESPONSIBILITIES

▸ Assist in managing daily store operations, including opening and closing procedures

▸ Lead and supervise retail sales staff to achieve sales targets and deliver outstanding customer service

▸ Oversee inventory management, including stock control, ordering, and merchandising to maximize sales opportunities

▸ Support recruiting efforts by participating in interviewing and onboarding new employees

▸ Handle payroll processing, bookkeeping, and basic math calculations related to sales and expenses

▸ Ensure proper training and development of team members to enhance their skills and performance

▸ Maintain effective communication with staff and management to ensure smooth operational flow

▸ Support food safety, cleanliness, and a safe working environment

QUALIFICATIONS

▸ Previous assistant manager or supervisory experience in a retail environment is required

▸ Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a diverse team

▸ Excellent communication skills, including managerial communication and phone etiquette

▸ Proficiency in POS systems, inventory control, pricing strategies, and retail math

▸ Knowledge of retail sales techniques, customer service best practices, and operational management

▸ Multilingual or bilingual abilities are a plus for serving diverse customer bases

▸ Organizational skills with attention to detail in cash handling, bookkeeping, and scheduling

▸ Food handler certification (or willingness to obtain one within 30 days of hire)

WHY BAGEL CHALET

▸ A long-standing, family-oriented Long Island business, established in 1981

▸ Hands-on leadership experience with room to grow

▸ A fast-paced, team-first environment

▸ Competitive hourly pay based on experience

OUR NASSAU COUNTY LOCATIONS

We welcome applicants interested in any of our Nassau County stores:

▸ Merrick: 2037 Merrick Road, Merrick, NY 11566

▸ Great Neck: 6 Great Neck Road, Great Neck Plaza, NY 11021

▸ Plainview: 607 Old Country Road, Plainview, NY 11803

▸ Long Beach: 134 E Park Ave, Long Beach, NY 11561

▸ New Hyde Park: Our newest location, opening late September/early October

Pay: $21.00 - $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• Will you be able to reliably commute to any location in Nassau County?
• Are you able to work early morning, mid shift, close store at 7 and weekends, if necessary?

Experience:

• Assistant manager: 1 year (Required)

Language:

• Spanish and English (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• ServSafe certification (Required)

Work Location: In person