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Wine and Spirits Assistant Department ManagerAt Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise "a helpful smile in every aisle" and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and committed to supporting our customers and each other.Job Title: Wine and Spirits Assistant Department ManagerDepartment: Wine and SpiritsFLSA: HourlyRevision Date: 07/2026About Hy-VeeAt Hy-Vee, we believe the shortest distance between two people is a smile. We're seeking people with a passion for customer service, a willingness to learn, and a commitment to being part of a team that strives to make our customers' lives easier, healthier and happier.The Role and Why It's ImportantThe Wine and Spirits Assistant Department Manager supports the Department Manager in presenting the freshest, most innovative, and best quality products at a competitive price. In this role, you'll supervise the team, manage inventory, maintain the sales floor, and step in as the department leader when the manager is away.If you are an organized, customer-focused leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in a well-run department, we'd love to have you on our team.What You'll DoProvide prompt, friendly customer service by greeting customers with a smile, learning their names, and making every interaction a positive oneSupervise and assign work for the evening and part-time crew and train new employeesStock, rotate, and face product on shelves and review out-of-stocks, ad items, and back stockOrder merchandise as directed by the department head and control inventoryMonitor sales regularly and make sales suggestions and ideas to the Department ManagerMeet with vendors to obtain point-of-purchase materials and other sales-enhancing itemsOversee intercom selling and price items for displaysReview price tags and update signage as neededHandle and resolve customer issues with care and professionalismAssume management duties in the absence of the Department ManagerUnload trucks and ensure product is stocked in the appropriate areaClean display cases and monitor maintenance of equipment and floorsPractice proper sanitation procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area at all timesInstruct, assign, and review the work of Wine and Spirits Clerks, maintaining standards and coordinating activitiesAssist in other areas of the store as needed and take on special projects as requiredAdhere to all Hy-Vee policies and store guidelinesReport to work when scheduled and on timeYour SkillsFollow written, verbal, or diagrammatic instructions across a variety of situations with concrete variablesPerform arithmetic calculations involving fractions, decimals, and percentages accuratelyFile, post, and organize materials; copy data accurately between records; and guide people with clear directionLead and develop a team while building a collaborative, customer-focused department cultureReporting RelationshipsAccountable and Reports to: Store Director; Store Manager; Assistant Managers of Perishables, Store Operations, and Health Wellness Home; Wine and Spirits Department ManagerDirect Reports: Wine and Spirits ClerksEducation and ExperienceHigh school diploma or equivalent experience required; six months or less of related work experience preferredPhysical RequirementsFrequently stand and walk throughout a shift in sales, food service, or delivery areasWhere applicable to the role: ability to safely use sharp knives and blades for food preparationWhere applicable to the role: exposure to heat- and burn-related hazards associated with cooking, baking, or grilling equipmentWhere applicable to the role: ability to operate a delivery vehicle in accordance with applicable DOT standardsPerform repetitive standing, walking, reaching, and bending associated with order fulfillment, POS transactions, and cleaning/sanitation dutiesWorking EnvironmentThis is a fast-paced role in a retail store environment with continuous exposure to noise, temperature extremes, and dampness, frequent exposure to equipment movement hazards and cleaning chemicals or solvents, and occasional potential for electrical hazards. Safety is always a priority, and training is provided to help ensure a safe and supportive work environment.The anticipated hourly starting wage for this position is $17.00 to $21.25 depending on experience.For information on company benefits visit Benefits | Hy-Vee.Are you ready to smile, apply today.Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre employment drug screen.
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winona, MN, 55987, US
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