Assistant Retail Manager Jobs

Compensation: $56,000 a year, salaried non exempt/over time eligible
and benefits package including 15 days PTO, 7 paid holidays, bonus program, matching 401k and more (see below)
If you share our team's passion for the environment, sustainability, healthy living, and delicious organic foods, we want to hear from you! Who we are: Homegrown Sustainably Sourced is a fast-casual sandwich and grain bowl concept with multiple locations across the greater Seattle area. We serve seasonal, organic farm-to-table produce via our proud partnership with Ecolibrium Farms in Woodinville, WA. Our business is predominantly lunch driven, with our highest volume between 11 am-3 pm.
Overview: As a Homegrown Assistant Retail Manager, you are dedicated to developing your management skills and proactively achieving outlined goals with the intention of being prepared to manage your own Homegrown location. You are the right hand to our Retail Managers, supporting all operations at a Homegrown restaurant location including hiring, training and development, store operations, and financial performance.
Key Responsibilities:

• Support Retail Manager with thorough and timely training to all incoming and existing Partners, conducting regular performance reviews, one on ones, and ongoing development of each Partner
• Provide a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment free of harassment, discrimination, and workplace hostility
• Support the Retail Manager with forecasting staffing needs, recruitment, and hiring of top talent for your team
• Ensure fresh, quality food and beverage are stocked and produced to spec in all retail and catering orders
• Lead with integrity, transparency, and knowledge to embody and promote the Homegrown mission, vision, and values
• Model and motivate exceptional guest service with a focus on quality, accuracy, and a sense of urgency
• Collaborate with Retail Manager on growing sales, controlling cost metrics, and driving operating profit; evaluate store opportunities and identify underlying causes.

Qualifications:

• Ability to lift 50 lbs; Ability to stand 3-4 hours at a time
• Inclusive leader with the ability to inspire a team to collaborate and create a positive working environment
• A drive to learn and passion for teaching others
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a management or leadership role (Background in food service/hospitality preferred)
• Strong guest service experience with an ability to anticipate guest needs and proactively solve concerns
• Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Benefits of working at Homegrown:

• 401k with Employer Matching Contributions after 12 months with 1000 hours age 21+
• Connect with your food – We know how important the food system is. That’s why we love spending time at our farm in Woodinville. Homegrownians learn from the farmers themselves, and even get a chance to see the tomatoes grow before they arrive at our stores!
• Opportunities to Grow - We strive to develop our team, promote from within, and help you to achieve your personal and professional goals
• 7 Paid Holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
• Optional AFLAC Life, Hospital, Accident Insurance eligible immediately upon hire
• Alice Employee commuter benefits program
• Paid training- all training is paid. We are always looking for new ways to develop our teams!
• Work-life Balance
• Paid Sick and Safe Time
• 15 days Paid Time Off annually
• Medical and Vision Insurance following 30 days of employment.
• Inclusive *Welcoming*Safe Space For Everyone
• Free Meals-Partners enjoy a free Homegrown meal during each shift and a 20% discount when off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Parental Leave eligibility after 12 months
• No Late Nights- We are a lunch business. No more canceling plans!

COVID-19 Safety Measures in Place:Send in your vaccination card for 4 hours of Paid Time Off at the date of hire! Send in your proof of vaccination booster for an additional 4 hours!
“Working at Homegrown provides you with a friendly and supportive community and builds important skills in responsibility, efficiency, and teamwork that are fundamental for all types of work throughout life. I love working at Homegrown because it teaches me new techniques and practice in preparing healthy, yummy food and serving customers,” Sandwich Partner, Redmond Homegrown Café