Job Title: Assistant Grocery Manager
Posting: #821
Location: Oak Bay (1933 Oak Bay Ave)
Job Type: Full Time ($24-$26 per hour)
Open Date: Thursday, Sept 3, 2026
Close Date: Wednesday, Sept 16, 2026
We are looking for a highly motivated individual with experience in retail grocery to join our team! As the Assistant Grocery Manager at our Oak Bay store, you will help to oversee the day-to-day operations of our grocery department. Your role involves managing inventory, ensuring product availability, and creating an organized and inviting shopping experience. Excellent internal and external customer service skills are a must.
Responsibilities:
- Team Leadership: Supervise grocery staff, ensuring efficient workflow, proper training, and adherence to company policies.
- Team Management: Schedule shifts, hire staff and train new staff on grocery department procedures.
- Inventory & Merchandising: Work with the Grocery Manager to maintain stock levels, place orders, minimize waste, and create engaging product displays that maximize sales.
- Quality Control: Ensure product freshness, proper storage, and compliance with safety standards.
- Customer Service: Provide friendly, helpful service—scan items, bag groceries, and assist with inquiries, returns, and concerns. Answer phone calls.
- Financials: Assist with tracking sales, analyzing performance, and contributing to budget planning.
Qualifications:
- Experience: Previous work in a retail or customer service environment. Familiarity with point-of-sale systems and cash handling. Previous cash management experience is mandatory.
- Leadership Skills: Outstanding leadership, communication, and customer service skills.
- Customer-Centric: Friendly, approachable, and committed to exceptional service. Customer-focused mindset.
- Skills: Ability to handle high-pressure situations during peak hours. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Financials: Experience with scheduling, budgets and margins.
- Availability: Full-time position. Available days, evenings, weekends. Flexible Schedule.
Benefits:
- Competitive hourly wages
- Staff discount of 15% on all purchases
- Ability to participate in our Post Secondary Scholarship Programs and our one-time New Homeowner Grant
- Employee Benefits Package
How to Apply:
Please send your resume and cover letter to Scott Campbell at [email protected] , drop them off in person, or apply on Indeed.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $24.00-$26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Store discount
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- Do you live in the Greater Victoria area?
Education:
- Secondary School (required)
Experience:
- Grocery or Retail Management: 1 year (required)
Language:
Work Location: In person
