Market Grille Assistant Department Manager
Hy-Vee · Waukee
Additional Considerations (if any):
Night & Weekend Shifts Required-
At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise “a helpful smile in every aisle” and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and committed to supporting our customers and each other.
Job Description:
Job Title: Market Grille Assistant Department Manager
Department: Market Grille
FLSA: Hourly
Revision Date: 07/2026
About Hy-Vee
At Hy-Vee, we believe the shortest distance between two people is a smile. We're seeking people with a passion for customer service, a willingness to learn, and a commitment to being part of a team that strives to make our customers' lives easier, healthier and happier.
The Role and Why It's Important
The Market Grille Assistant Department Manager plays a key role in keeping one of the store's most exciting departments running at its best. In this role, you'll partner closely with the Department Manager to deliver fresh, innovative, high-quality food to customers while leading the team and managing daily operations.
If you're a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, takes pride in food quality and customer experience, and is ready to grow your management career, we'd love to have you on our team.
What You'll Do
No two days are exactly the same, but here's what you can expect:
Provide prompt, friendly customer service, greeting customers with a smile, learning their names, and going the extra mile to make every interaction a great one
Check daily orders, set up production timelines, and review the production list with department employees, assigning tasks for completion
Scan the Market Grille area for items and areas that need attention, including coffee, the salad case, cleanliness, kitchen repairs, and safety issues, and assign tasks to staff accordingly
Ensure food display cases are rotated and replenished and that the proper amount of staff are on hand to meet customer needs
Monitor schedules, track hours for 14 and 15 year olds, and manage department overtime
Control inventory through constant product monitoring, rotate all perishable product with every delivery, and keep the supply area clean and orderly
Handle catering contracts and assist in putting together catering items, calculating portions as needed
Follow all food safety guidelines and ensure department employees remain in compliance
Handle and resolve customer issues with care and professionalism
Suggest ad items and in-store specials, review and order department signage, and prepare intercom messages
Assist with monthly inventory including posting invoices, counts, and intra and inter-store calculations
Order all products and supplies for the department and train employees in department duties
Assume management duties in the absence of the Department Manager
Work closely with Restaurant and Service staff and assist in other areas of the store as needed
Maintain strict adherence to personal hygiene, dress standards, and all Hy-Vee policies and store guidelines
Report to work when scheduled and on time
Your Skills
To be successful, you'll need to be able to:
Lead and coordinate a team, maintaining high standards and a positive work environment
Solve practical problems and interpret instructions across a variety of situations with limited standardization
File, post, and organize materials; copy data accurately; and interview to gather basic information
Use math skills including fractions, decimals, and percentages for scheduling, inventory, and pricing
Guide and direct team members clearly and provide basic direction with confidence
Communicate effectively with customers, coworkers, and store leadership
Reporting Relationships
Accountable and Reports to: Store Director; Store Manager; Assistant Managers of Perishables, Store Operations, and Health Wellness Home; Food Service Director; Market Grille Department Manager
Direct Reports: Department Employees
Education and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent experience required; sanitation and food safety coursework encouraged
One year of similar or related experience required
Physical Requirements
Frequently stand and walk throughout a shift in sales, food service, or delivery areas
Where applicable to the role: ability to safely use sharp knives and blades for food preparation
Where applicable to the role: exposure to heat- and burn-related hazards associated with cooking, baking, or grilling equipment
Where applicable to the role: ability to operate a delivery vehicle in accordance with applicable DOT standards
Perform repetitive standing, walking, reaching, and bending associated with order fulfillment, POS transactions, and cleaning/sanitation duties
Working Environment
This is a fast-paced role in a store kitchen environment where you'll be leading a team throughout your shift. You'll frequently work in cool conditions with exposure to dampness, equipment noise and vibrations, possible equipment movement hazards, and daily exposure to cleaning chemicals and solvents. Safety is always a priority, and training is provided to help ensure a safe and supportive work environment.
Are you ready to smile, apply today.
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre employment drug screen.