Full Availability is required for this position. 

Who we are at Adams

At Adams, we prioritize creating a warm and welcoming environment for everyone—our customers, team members, and applicants alike. We believe exceptional service goes beyond simply meeting expectations—it’s about treating everyone with genuine respect, kindness, and appreciation. Adams leadership is expected to uphold these values by providing outstanding customer service, fostering positive relationships with both customers and staff, and supporting smooth and efficient department operations. Additionally, we value a workplace where employees treat each other with the same courtesy and respect as they do our customers, fostering a collaborative and supportive atmosphere that reflects our commitment to service excellence.

What we’re looking for

Adams leaders are expected to provide exceptional support to both our customers and stakeholders, ensuring that every interaction reflects our dedication to excellence and helps uphold the high standards that define the Adams brand. For the Cheese & Coffee Assistant Manager, this means supporting the Cheese & Coffee Manager in overseeing daily department operations, including merchandising, inventory management, team development, and customer service, while fostering a positive and customer-focused environment. By helping to drive smooth operations and building a knowledgeable and engaged team, the Cheese & Coffee Assistant Manager plays a key role in delivering exceptional experiences to our customers.

Your Day-to-Day

• Assist the Cheese & Coffee Manager with the day-to-day operations of the department, including merchandising, inventory control, production, and customer service.
• Assist in overseeing inventory levels and manage purchasing to meet customer demand and minimize waste
• Assist with job interviews, support disciplinary discussions, and help develop employee success plans to align individual goals with company objectives.
• Assist with scheduling staff in alignment with employee’s availability and if assigned, oversee payroll accuracy to meet operational needs and budget goals
• Support and perform appropriate training, guidance, and ongoing development to help build a skilled and effective team
• Ensure all department operations comply with applicable food safety, sanitation, labor, and safety regulations.
• Address unexpected issues such as staffing gaps, employee conflicts, and inventory discrepancies promptly and effectively
• Handle customer concerns to ensure satisfaction and maintain brand reputation
• Maintain a clean, organized, and customer-friendly department, including sales floor, prep areas, cases, and equipment.
• Support all departmental functions and positions to ensure smooth and efficient operations

What you bring to the Farm

• Proven ability to maintain focus and productivity while performing detailed tasks such as ordering, inventory management, merchandising, and supervising staff.
• Demonstrates the ability to identify operational issues and implement effective solutions quickly and efficiently.
• Effectively manages multiple tasks and shifting priorities, ensuring timely and accurate completion of department responsibilities.
• Communicates clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing, with customers, team members, store management, and vendors.
• Ability to demonstrate, encourage, and set the example of Adams’ culture and values
• Exhibit enthusiasm, positivity and vast knowledge about Adams’ products and quality 

Working Conditions

• Consistently move, adjust, and position items weighing up to 50 pounds
• Ability to remain in a stationary position for duration of shift
• Occasionally ascend/descend a stepstool, stepladder, and/or ladder
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers for duration of shift
• Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces
• Communicate with others to exchange information

Perks of the Job
At Adams, we believe in recognizing and rewarding excellent work with competitive compensation and meaningful benefits. In addition to quality compensation, at Adams you can expect generous medical, dental and vision coverage (for applicable roles), voluntary benefits like Pet Insurance, paid time off and holiday pay, flexible pay schedules with DailyPay, and best of all, our generous Employee Discount.

The salary range for this position takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions – including skill sets, experience, training, certifications and other business needs.

At Adams, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their position, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each situation. We’re committed to providing a supportive and rewarding environment that helps our team members thrive—both professionally and personally.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general responsibilities of this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required for this position. It is understood that these responsibilities are subject to the needs of the business and therefore Adams retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position. 

I understand that other responsibilities may be required and confirm that I am able to carry out the duties of this position.