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Grocery/ Refrigeration ManagerMother's Market & Kitchen • Los Angeles, California
Grocery/ Refrigeration Manager

Grocery/ Refrigeration Manager

Mother's Market & Kitchen • Los Angeles, California
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Description

As the Grocery/ Refrigeration Manager, you'll lead the day-to-day performance of these departments driving sales, maintaining margins, and ensuring a safe and inviting environment. Reporting to the Store Manager and Buying Department, you’ll oversee scheduling, team management, merchandising, and vendor relations to help our store thrive.

Hourly Pay: $20.00–$27.00 hourly

Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, & in-store discounts

What You’ll Do

Operational Leadership

  • Oversee daily department operations, scheduling, productivity, merchandising, and profit goals.

  • Manage staffing: recruit, train, evaluate, promote, and, when necessary, oversee terminations.

  • Ensure merchandising standards: optimal product placement, rotation, and cleanliness.

  • Monitor store appearance, safety, and adherence to all operational procedures.

  • Collaborate on weekly ad planning and promotional strategies.

Sales & Merchandising

  • Develop and implement marketing tactics to educate customers on your products.

  • Source products both directly and via distributors to enhance variety.

  • Track and grow customer purchase rates through product knowledge and outreach.

Inventory & Compliance

  • Maintain accurate product handling: managing invoices, deliveries, shrink (expired/damaged goods), and logging data promptly.

  • Support inventory for refrigeration/grocery and ensure compliance with food safety and quality protocols.

Customer & Vendor Engagement

  • Deliver exceptional customer service and proactively address feedback.

  • Build strong working relationships with wholesalers, vendors, and internal teams.

  • Stay informed on industry trends, read trade publications and analyze competitors.

  • Lead regular departmental meetings and attend broader leadership training.

Physical Demands

  • Perform physically demanding work: lift/carry products (singles and case boxes up to 100+ times/day), push/pull carts and dollies, work in walk-ins and freezers, stand for long periods, climb ladders, bend, squat, and reach overhead.

  • Work flexibly (inside/outside) under cold or wet conditions; protective gear provided.

What You Bring

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED (required).

  • Grocery/refrigeration or related experience (preferred).

Core Competencies

  • Strong leadership and communication skills, able to inspire teamwork and foster a positive work environment.

  • Excellent organizational ability: manage schedules, budgets, and department workflows.

  • Analytical mindset for merchandising, cost control, and trend analysis.

  • Customer-first attitude and comfort engaging with vendors and customers.

  • Commitment to compliance, safety, and maintaining a clean, welcoming store.

Schedule Requirements
Flexible availability across various shifts and locations including weekends and evenings

Why Join Mother’s Market?

You’ll be part of a mission-driven company that values wellness, sustainability, and outstanding customer service. We foster an inclusive workplace where team members are respected and encouraged to grow.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Mother’s Market is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected status.

Make Health Your Mission and Apply Today!

If you're ready to lead with passion, support your team, and make a real impact at Mother’s Market, we'd love to meet you.

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