Assistant Store Manager
Company : Natural Grocers
Location : Cheyenne, WY
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 1 January 2026
Salary Range
USD $59,000.00/Yr. -Overview
The Job in a Nutshell:The Assistant Store Manager is the second person in charge of the store and is responsible for the successful operation and profitability of the store which includes training, directing and monitoring all department staff. Applications are accepted by the date below, which may be updated if the hiring timeline is extended.12/04/2025
Responsibilities
Main Ingredients:
Although this is a general outline of job responsibilities all employees are expected to be “hands on” and do whatever it takes to get the job done and make the company thrive.
Qualifications
Recipe for Success:
This job description is not an employment contract. It does not guarantee a job or that the above listed duties are the limit of responsibilities. The job and job description are subject to change with and without notice. Employees are required to accomplish any and all tasks assigned to him/her by their Manager and/or other Store Support Center manager that might not be listed in this job description.
Here’s an overview of the benefits we offer our good4u Crew to help ensure the health and wellbeing of you and your family, now and well into the future:
All Crew Members
- Birthday Bonus Pay
- Vitamin Bucks (up to $2,080 earned as store credit annually)
- Holiday Pay for 5 Holidays – Stores Closed
- Paid Time Off (sick days and vacation) that Increases with Tenure
- Paid Nutrition Education
- good4u Crew Member Discount
- {N}power Program (customer appreciation and rewards program)
- Regular, Scheduled Pay Increases
- Advancement Opportunities and Career Development
- Health and Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Referral Program
Full-Time Crew Members (30+ hours/week)
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Medical Leave (through company paid short-term disability insurance)
- Company Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Voluntary Benefits Including Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, Term Life Insurance
- Retirement Savings Plan (401k) with discretionary Company Match
- Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Match
Diversity Statement
At the heart of Natural Grocers' commitment to our community and crew is this belief: All people should be empowered to experience health and wellbeing! We cannot be true to this conviction without honoring diversity and cultivating inclusion throughout every aspect of our organization.
At Natural Grocers, we honor our differences, embrace diversity, and cultivate inclusion because both individual and societal health are rooted in these principles. Our Crew is diverse not only in gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, abilities, and age but also in cultural backgrounds, thoughts, and ideas. Celebrating our diversity refreshes, expands, and shapes our perspective, energizing our mission of equitable access to health and wellness for all. We welcome everyone who would like to join us in this mission, with gratitude for the unique life experience each person brings to the table. We’re committed to nurturing an ecosystem of diversity and inclusion in which our Crew can continue to thrive.
Physical Capabilities and Environmental Demands:
N = Never
O = Occasional; 1-33% of time
F = Frequent; 34-66% of time
C = Constant; 67-100% of time
Physical Requirements:
- Must have the ability to constantly lift or carry up to 10 lbs., frequently lift or carry 11-20 lbs., and occasionally lift or carry 21-50 lbs. Must also have the ability to occasionally lift or carry 51-100 lbs. with a team lift.
- Must have the ability to frequently push or pull up to 15 lbs. and occasionally push or pull 16-100 lbs.
- Must be able to occasionally use the computer for data entry and use of mouse.
- Must be able to constantly walk, stand, use fine motor manipulations, grip, bend, twist, turn, and reach outward for the duration of the work shift.
- Must be able to frequently to reach above chest.
- Must be able to occasionally sit, squat, kneel, and climb as needed.
Environmental Requirements:
- Must be able to frequently work with sharp tools and equipment, dust, fumes, and congested worksite.
- Must be able to occasionally work with noise, cold, heat, wet, humid, outside, heights, and contact stress.
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Frequently asked questions
Natural Grocers emphasizes holistic leadership, combining operational excellence with a strong commitment to health and wellness education. In Cheyenne, this role integrates community values and diverse inclusion, setting it apart from typical grocery assistant manager positions focused solely on sales targets.
Cheyenne's market demands balancing traditional grocery operations with specialized natural products knowledge. Managing staff to deliver world-class customer service while ensuring compliance with local food safety laws and adapting to seasonal product variations can be particularly challenging.
Candidates are expected to maintain up-to-date food safety certifications compliant with Wyoming state and county regulations. Additionally, forklift certification is required, reflecting the physical inventory demands common in Cheyenne’s grocery retail environment.
Cheyenne’s growing interest in natural and organic foods has increased the need for skilled assistant managers who can lead specialized teams. This demand creates competitive opportunities, especially for those with retail experience and knowledge of health-focused products.
Beyond supervising teams, daily duties include optimizing product inventory, ensuring store cleanliness and merchandising standards, handling customer concerns, and supporting sales goals through labor management and daily reporting.
This role offers hands-on leadership experience with opportunities to develop skills in operations, staff training, and financial metrics analysis. Excelling here often leads to Store Manager positions or broader regional management roles within the retail grocery sector.
Natural Grocers integrates product education and wellness advocacy into the management role, requiring Assistant Store Managers to coach staff on nutrition knowledge alongside operational leadership, enhancing the customer experience beyond traditional retail management.
Assistant Store Managers enjoy comprehensive benefits including paid time off, health and wellness programs, employee discounts, and retirement plans. Full-time staff also access medical, dental, vision insurance, and parental leave, supporting work-life balance.
The position typically offers around $59,000 annually, reflecting the local cost of living and retail market standards. This competitive salary aligns with the role’s managerial responsibilities and industry benchmarks in Cheyenne.
Natural Grocers cultivates a diverse and inclusive workplace, valuing each team member's unique perspective. This culture fosters collaboration, encourages continuous learning, and emphasizes community health, impacting leadership style and team dynamics.