• Wayne, PA
  • Full-time
5 days ago

Job Description

Benefits:
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discounts
  • Health insurance
  • Vision insurance

About Us


At Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming, we are passionate about providing the highest quality products, custom treats, and exceptional grooming services for pet lovers and their furry family members. We take pride in creating a warm, welcoming, and upbeat neighborhood store environment for both customers and staff.


We are looking for an energetic, organized, and dog-loving Assistant Manager to join our leadership team!

Position Overview


As the Assistant Manager, you will work closely with the Store Ownership Team to oversee day-to-day operations, ensure smooth retail and salon workflows, lead and inspire staff, and maintain high standards of customer service. You will act as a key leader on the floor, driving sales, assisting customers, supporting grooming operations, and helping maintain a clean, organized, and inviting store environment.


Key Responsibilities


Store Operations & Leadership


  • Support the Store Ownership Team in daily operational tasks, store open/close procedures, and inventory management.
  • Lead by example on the sales floor, driving revenue and ensuring an outstanding experience for every customer and pet.
  • Assist in monitoring inventory levels, receiving shipments, restocking retail shelves, and maintaining floor visual standards.
  • Help train, coach, and support retail associates and team members.
Grooming Salon Support & Customer Care
  • Assist with scheduling, client check-ins/check-outs, and phone inquiries for the salon.
  • Help manage salon scheduling to ensure efficient appointment flow and excellent client communication.
  • Address customer questions, offer tailored product recommendations (nutrition, treats, toys, care supplies), and resolve client concerns with professionalism.
Team & Work Environment
  • Foster a positive, cooperative, and energetic team culture across retail and grooming operations.
  • Ensure cleanliness, safety, and hygiene standards are consistently met throughout the retail space and grooming salon.
  • Step in to handle transactions, pet fittings, or general store duties whenever needed.
Qualifications & Skills
  • Experience: 1+ years of experience in retail management, assistant management, or keyholder roles preferred. Experience in pet care, grooming salons, or specialty retail is a strong plus!
  • Passion for Pets: Genuine love for dogs and enthusiasm for pet health, nutrition, and wellness.
  • Customer Service: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with a track record of delivering great customer experiences.
  • Leadership: Strong problem-solving skills, initiative, and the ability to motivate team members.
  • Organization: Detail-oriented with strong multi-tasking skills in a fast-paced environment.
  • Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for extended periods and comfortably lift up to 40 lbs (e.g., bags of dog food, pet supplies).
  • Availability: Flexible schedule, including weekends and occasional peak/holiday hours.

Numbers & Facts

LocationWayne, PA
Job TypeFull-time

Skills

  • Animal Careunmatched
  • Animal Nutritionunmatched
  • Bakeryunmatched
  • Coachingunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Customer Experienceunmatched
  • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
  • Dental Insuranceunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • Health Insuranceunmatched
  • Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
  • Inventory Levelsunmatched
  • Inventory Managementunmatched
  • Leadershipunmatched
  • Lift/Move 40 Poundsunmatched
  • Multitaskingunmatched
  • Nutritionunmatched
  • Operational Supportunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Physical Demandsunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Resolve Customer Issuesunmatched
  • Retailunmatched
  • Retail Managementunmatched
  • Retail Operationsunmatched
  • Revenue Growthunmatched
  • Safety Standardsunmatched
  • Salesunmatched
  • Schedule Developmentunmatched
  • Shipping/Receivingunmatched
  • Store Closingunmatched
  • Store Openingunmatched
  • Vision Planunmatched

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