Assistant Store Manager
Company : QuickChek
Location : Eatontown, NJ, 07724
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 4 January 2026
Overview
At QuickChek, we take pride in our brand built on the principles of Integrity, Respect, Citizenship, and Spirit—values that make us a Great Place to Work. As an Assistant Manager, your mission is clear: maintain impeccable store standards, prioritize safety, adhere to operating procedures with a detailed eye, and foster a positive store culture that both Team Members and customers will appreciate and revere. Join us in upholding our tradition of outstanding customer service and become an integral part of a workplace where your dedication is recognized, respected, and celebrated. Elevate your career with QuickChek, apply today to be part of a team that values your leadership and fosters personal and professional development!
What’s in it for you?
- Pay On-Demand: Get quick access to a portion of your earned wages after completed shifts.
- Weekly Pay.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy peace of mind with our medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Financial Security: Invest in your future with our matching 401(k) plan (up to 6%).
- Growth Opportunities: We're committed to helping you advance in your career through degree-work tuition assistance (eligibility requirements), on-the job training and in-person classes at QuickChek University.
- Overtime (limited): Get paid for every minute worked.
- Commission Based Bonuses: Based on store performance, paid monthly.
Responsibilities
- Provide exceptional customer service, tend to customers in a prompt, efficient, friendly manner, and handle customer concerns as they arise.
- Ensure all fresh food items are in stock and meet quality standards.
- Follow all food safety and dating procedures.
- Motivate, train, support, and recognize team members for positive results.
- Provides continuous personal growth and development opportunities for self and team members.
- Sweep, mop, empty trash and clean as necessary, including restrooms.
- Attend all mandatory/scheduled store meetings.
- Ensure that safety and uniform policies are followed.
- Keep up to date on new policies and procedures.
- Enforce and practice cash handling procedures, loss prevention, and cash control policies.
- Accurately process and maintain all paperwork involved in store operations.
- Work with vendors and check-in, in accordance with company policy and procedures.
- Assist Store Manager in staffing, training, and reviewing performance of Team Members.
- Assist with staffing needs, including, but not limited to scheduling conflicts, callouts, etc.
- Communicate any questions, concerns, or issues to leadership in a timely manner.
- Delegate and oversee completion of all work on assigned shift.
- Ensures all equipment is working safely and properly. Call for service when necessary.
- Work with Store Manager and department managers in achieving sales and profitability goals.
- Maintain lot and walkways as needed in inclement weather.
- Attend QuickChek University training classes as assigned at Corporate Support Center and/or Training Site.
- Other duties/responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
- A great attitude that contributes positively to the work environment.
- Ability to deliver the highest level of customer service.
- Friendly demeanor with a willingness to smile—a lot.
- Ability to motivate, lead and work with a team.
- Must be a team player and be able to communicate effectively with customers and Team Members.
- Reliable transportation and ability to get to work on time.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Basic computer, analytical, and math skills.
- Self-motivated.
- Strong attention to detail.
- 2+ years Food Service/Retail management experience.
- Availability to work various shifts.
- Available and comfortable with working overnight/3rd shift.
- Completion of required on-the-job training programs and learning activities within allocated timeframe.
- Personal behaviors must align with QuickChek’s values.
- Willingness to travel to Support Center and other stores within assigned district.
- Food Service/Retail management experience preferred.
Physical Requirements
- Stand – Continuously.
- Walk – Continuously.
- Stoop/Kneel/Crouch – Occasionally.
- Grasp/Pinch/Grip - Frequently Bend/Squat/Twist – Frequently.
- Reaching – Continuously.
- Work in cold environment – Occasionally.
- Push/pull 40lbs – Occasionally.
- Lifting.
- Up to 10lbs – Continuously.
- Up to 25lbs – Frequently.
- Up to 50lbs – Rarely.
Compensation Disclosure Statement
Pay is from $18.85- $20.35 / hour QuickChek & Murphy USA take into consideration a wide range of factors when making compensation decisions, including but not limited to: experience, skill sets, training, licensure and certifications, education, as well as business and organizational needs. The listed range is specific to the base hourly rate or annual salary and does not include additional benefits, perks, or bonus eligibility (when applicable) comprising the total benefits package.Related Jobs
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Frequently asked questions
QuickChek’s Assistant Store Manager position in Eatontown demands a unique blend of hands-on leadership and community-focused service. Unlike generic retail roles, this job emphasizes upholding strong values like integrity and citizenship, fostering a positive team culture, and engaging deeply with local customers, setting it apart in the NJ retail landscape.
Thriving as a Store Assistant Manager at QuickChek requires motivational abilities, effective communication, and quick problem-solving to manage team dynamics and customer needs efficiently. Key skills include conflict resolution, staff development, and maintaining operational standards under pressure, all crucial for high-energy retail settings.
Overnight or third-shift work is part of the Assistant Store Manager schedule at QuickChek in Eatontown. Candidates should develop stamina, adaptability, and maintain a consistent routine to handle the physical and mental demands of late hours while ensuring store operations run smoothly and safely.
QuickChek invests heavily in career advancement through initiatives like tuition assistance, QuickChek University training, and on-the-job learning. Assistant Store Managers in NJ benefit from tailored development programs designed to enhance leadership capabilities and open pathways to higher managerial roles.
Eatontown's retail sector shows moderate competition for Assistant Store Manager roles, with QuickChek standing out due to its employee-centric culture and benefits. Candidates with strong retail management experience and leadership skills tend to be favored amid local demand for reliable store supervisors.
QuickChek offers Assistant Store Managers in Eatontown an hourly wage between $18.85 and $20.35, competitive with regional retail management salaries. This base pay is supplemented by bonuses, overtime, and benefits, making it an attractive compensation package within the New Jersey convenience store market.
QuickChek’s core values like integrity and respect shape the Assistant Store Manager’s daily duties by emphasizing ethical cash handling, customer-first service, and fostering a respectful workplace. This culture drives managers to lead by example and maintain high operational and team standards.
Unlike typical retail assistant manager roles, QuickChek’s position combines operational oversight with community engagement and robust employee development programs. The emphasis on pay-on-demand wages and comprehensive benefits further differentiates this role within the Eatontown retail job market.
While formal certifications aren't mandatory, candidates with food safety training and retail management experience are preferred in New Jersey. QuickChek values proven leadership skills and compliance knowledge, which align with state regulations and enhance store safety and quality standards.
Managing QuickChek’s Eatontown store demands juggling strict safety protocols, inventory oversight, and customer service while keeping the team motivated. Challenges include adapting to shift variations, addressing scheduling conflicts, and maintaining morale during busy periods to ensure smooth store performance.