Department Manager in Training
- Stony Plain, AB
- On-site
- Posted Oct 7, 2026
- 1 position
$45,000–$60,000 / year
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- Employment type
- Full-time
- Experience level
- Mid-level · 2+ years
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
Job summary
The Department Manager in Training will lead the department team in merchandising, inventory management, and scheduling to ensure operational efficiency. They are also responsible for training staff, resolving customer concerns, and maintaining high company standards for cleanliness and service.
Job details
At Freson Bros., we are committed to providing our customers with fresh, local food, warm hospitality, and pride ourselves in supporting the communities we are in. We have 16 locations across Alberta, employing over 1200 Team Members. We believe in honouring the tradition of the craft and Bakers, Butchers, Chefs and Sausage Makers are championed here. We foster a work environment that is built on collaboration, respect and integrity. If you are someone who is highly motivated and looking for career growth, we invite you to apply! We are hiring for a Full-Time Department Manager in Training with a wage range of $45,000 - $60,000 in Alberta. Job Duties/Responsibilities: Lead Department Team in merchandising items for weekly, promotional, and seasonal displays Inventory Management through weekly ordering, record & invoice maintenance, and leading quarterly inventory counts Schedule Department Team Members to ensure that production and customer needs are met Ensure company standards are met and department programs are followed Assist the Store Manager with recruiting while maintaining a high-performance work team Train, develop, and motivate Department Team Members Resolve customer and department concerns and complaints, and provide a positive customer experience Maintain a clean and sanitized work area Champion the Freson Bros. brand and culture by modeling our qualities of Drive, Integrity, and Growth Providing an exceptional customer experience What you Bring: 2 years minimum of progressive food service or retail management experience A history of meeting financial objectives and targets in a retail or food service environment Proven ability to lead a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Strong Google Suite skills and the ability to quickly learn new computer programs Exceptional communication, and interpersonal skills A passion for leading and developing others Effective critical thinking and conflict resolution skills Comfortable working during peak food-retail hours (i.e. early mornings, evenings, daytime, weekends, and holidays) Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50lbs Most importantly, the willingness and enthusiasm for continuous learning and development. #FBOPS Freson Bros. Perks: Group Benefits plan available for all Full-Time Team Members Team Member Grocery Discount Program Team Member Discounted Lunch Program Endless professional development and training opportunities Become a Team Member! If you’re the individual we are looking for, we invite you to submit your resume with a cover letter about what piqued your interest in this role. For more information about what we believe in at Freson Bros. and our foundational values, visit our website at: https://www.freson.com/careers/
What you’ll do
The Department Manager in Training will lead the department team in merchandising, inventory management, and scheduling to ensure operational efficiency. They are also responsible for training staff, resolving customer concerns, and maintaining high company standards for cleanliness and service.
Requirements
Candidates must have at least 2 years of progressive food service or retail management experience and a proven history of meeting financial targets. Strong communication skills, proficiency in Google Suite, and the ability to perform physical tasks like lifting up to 50lbs are required.
Benefits
- Group benefits plan
- Team member grocery discount program
- Team member discounted lunch program
- Professional development and training opportunities
Listed skills
- Google Suite · Preferred
- interpersonal skills · Preferred
- Communication · Preferred
- Critical Thinking · Preferred
- Team Leadership · Preferred
- Inventory management · Preferred
- Conflict Resolution · Preferred
Other relevant skills
Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.
- Retail management
- Food service management
- Inventory management
- Team leadership
- Merchandising
- Google suite
- Communication
- Interpersonal skills
- Critical thinking
- Conflict resolution
- Recruiting
- Staff scheduling
- Customer experience
- Training and development
- Continuous Development
- Self-Motivation
- Quick Learning
- Customer Service
- Conflict Resolution
- Training And Development
- Food Services
- Critical Thinking
- Hospitality
- Interpersonal Communications
- Inventory Management
- Invoicing
- Retail Sales
- Enthusiasm
- Google Workspace
Job areas
- Retail
- Management & Leadership
- Food & Beverage
- Customer Service & Support
- Training Department Manager
- Retail Store Manager
- Shop Supervisors
- First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers
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