Assistant Store Manager In-Training   Position Objective:  Time spent in this role is to prepare an individual to be able to promote directly into the position of an Assistant Store Manager with confidence and success.    Reporting Structure:  This position formally reports to the Store Director.   Status:  This is a non-exempt position.   Knowledge The following is a list of any certifications, formal education, or training requirements for this position.   Essential Knowledge  A valid driver’s license is required for deliveries.  A food handling permit must be obtained within the first 14 days of employment.    A liquor license is required prior to the first day of work (if required by location).    A minimum (2) years of management experience in a food service, retail, and/or grocery store setting is required.  Completion of ongoing training and development as listed on the Cosentino Learning Plan.     Non-Essential Knowledge  A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.   Skills The following is a list of the basic skill requirements for this position.    Essential Job Functions to prepare for the role of an Assistant Store Manager  Learn how to promote, communicate, and set by example a positive overall team atmosphere that includes cooperation and teamwork, high morale, positive interpersonal interactions and communications, and recognition for a job well done.    Learn how to provide effective coaching, corrective actions, and performance evaluations to improve individual and team performance.    Learn how to properly address employee relations issues and, if needed, effectively work with the Human Resource team to resolve issues.    Learn how to conduct effective interviews to hire the highest quality candidates for any department in the store.  Learn to help with customer complaints in a professional manner and recognize when it is appropriate to involve the Store Director, District Manager or a member of the corporate team.    Know and implement the Cosentino Customer Service Standards.    Be able to understand how each department operates from merchandising, set up, maintaining appearance throughout the day as well as proper closing procedures.     Learn how to promote new items and weekly specials through merchandising and creative displays.    Able to operate, clean and maintain all equipment safely and competently.    Know, comply with, and ensure the team complies with all health regulations, sanitation guidelines and safety procedures for your department and your store.    Demonstrates the strong verbal and interpersonal skills necessary for positive customer and peer interactions.     Demonstrates the basic math and reading skills required for the position.    Non-Essential Job Functions  Demonstrates an understanding of each department’s policies, practices, and procedures.    Maintain open communication with the Store Director regarding any issues, concerns or incidents in the store.  Support your company by completing additional tasks identified by management, assisting other stores or departments as needed and gaining new skills when necessary.   Physical Abilities The following physical movements could potentially be part of any scheduled shift and employees will be expected to perform these actions while on duty.   Essential Abilities  Reaching overhead with both arms, twisting at the waist and lifting objects with both hands weighing up to 20 lbs.    Standing and walking for long periods of time on tile, asphalt, concrete or other hard surfaces.    Repeatedly lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs.    Bending and squatting, at times all the way to floor level.    Able to work in colder conditions of the grocery coolers and freezers.     Non-Essential Abilities  Climbing a ladder, possibly up to 15ft.