Location 1: Westside Beer, Wine & Spirits | 287 Lacewood Dr., Halifax, NS
Location 2: Rockhead Beer, Wine & Spirits | 2651 Windsor St., Halifax, NS
About Us
Are you passionate about exceptional customer service, leadership, and the world of beer, wine, and spirits?
We are currently hiring two Assistant Managers to join our retail beverage alcohol team at two of our locally owned liquor stores in Halifax. Our stores are known for offering a carefully curated selection of local, domestic, and international products while delivering an outstanding customer experience rooted in product knowledge, community connection, and genuine hospitality.
Whether helping customers discover their next favorite craft beer, premium spirit, specialty wine, or ready-to-drink beverage, our teams pride themselves on providing expert guidance and exceptional service. If you're looking for an opportunity to grow your leadership career in a dynamic retail environment, we'd love to hear from you.
Position Overview
As an Assistant Manager, you'll be the trusted partner to the Store Manager, helping lead daily operations, support team development, and ensure an exceptional shopping experience for every customer.
This role combines hands-on leadership, customer service excellence, merchandising, inventory management, and operational oversight. You'll play a key role in creating a positive team culture while helping drive store performance and maintaining the high standards our customers have come to expect.
Key Responsibilities
Store Operations & Leadership
- Support daily store operations and act as Manager-on-Duty when required.
- Assist with opening and closing procedures and ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
- Monitor store performance and help achieve operational and sales objectives.
- Maintain a safe, clean, organized, and welcoming store environment.
Team Development
- Coach, support, and develop retail team members through ongoing feedback and leadership.
- Foster a positive, engaged, and high-performing team culture.
- Support employee training and onboarding initiatives.
- Lead by example through professionalism, accountability, and customer-focused service.
Customer Experience & Sales
- Deliver exceptional customer service and promote a welcoming shopping experience.
- Build customer loyalty through product knowledge and personalized recommendations.
- Support sales growth by engaging customers and motivating team performance.
- Assist customers with beer, wine, spirits, cider, and ready-to-drink product selections.
Merchandising & Inventory
- Support merchandising initiatives, displays, and promotional programs.
- Maintain store presentation standards and product availability.
- Assist with inventory management, stock replenishment, receiving, and inventory controls.
- Ensure pricing, signage, and promotional materials are accurate and up to date.
Compliance & Cash Controls
- Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Support cash handling, loss prevention, and inventory control processes.
- Maintain standards related to age verification, responsible alcohol retailing, and workplace safety.
Qualifications & Essential Skills
- Must be 19 years of age or older.
- Previous experience as a Team Lead, Supervisor, Assistant Manager, or similar retail leadership role.
- Experience in beverage alcohol, hospitality, food service, or specialty retail is considered an asset.
- Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
- Ability to work flexible shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced retail environment.
- Ability to lift and move up to 20 kg (50 lbs).
- Strong attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills.
- Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and commitment to teamwork.
Education
- High school completion preferred.
Working Environment
This position operates in a busy retail environment with a steady flow of customers and frequent interaction with team members, vendors, and suppliers. The role involves standing for extended periods, lifting merchandise, and moving throughout the store.
Compensation & Benefits
We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive rewards package, including:
- Structured wage progression program with opportunities for ongoing growth
- Quarterly performance-based incentive plan
- Opportunities to expand beverage alcohol knowledge and leadership skills
- Generous employee discounts on products and services
- Additional partner discounts
- Free executive fitness membership
- Extended health, dental, and vision coverage (full-time employees)
- Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
- Travel expense reimbursement
- On-site parking
If you're a motivated retail leader who enjoys delivering exceptional customer experiences and developing high-performing teams, we'd love to hear from you.
Join us and help create an outstanding shopping experience while building your career with one of Halifax's premier beverage alcohol retailers.
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Store discount
- Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Halifax, NS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Which location are you applying for? Please indicate below which location you would like to be considered for, or if you are interested in both opportunities.
Experience:
- Supervising: 1 year (preferred)
- Retail: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
