Assistant Liquor Store Manager Ogden

Assistant Liquor Store Manager - Ogden

FT / PT Status Full-Time
Benefits EligibilityThis position is eligible for a full benefits package.
Salary $22.72 - $ Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office In-Office / On-Site

Recruiter Jessica Camp
Application Deadline 11/1/2026*

*This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

Do you have a background in retail management and enjoy engaging with the public in a fast-paced setting

If working Sundays and holidays isnt for you but youre eager to enhance your leadership skills we have the perfect opportunity!

The Department of Alcoholic Beverage Services known as the most spirited agency in Utah is looking for an Assistant Manager to become part of our team in the Ogden Store.

Join us to take your retail career to new heights and work with a dynamic team committed to excellence!

Key Responsibilities

As an Assistant Manager you will work closely with the Store Manager to oversee all aspects of a State Liquor Stores operations. Daily responsibilities include:

• Team Leadership & Development: Assist in scheduling staff delegating work assignments and monitoring team performance. Provide hands-on training technical assistance and constructive feedback to help employees succeed and grow.
• Financial & Administrative Management: Manage store accounts receivable process and account for payments and ensure the accuracy of daily receipts and deposits. Maintain employee leave and payroll records precisely.
• Inventory Control & Merchandising: Oversee regular and spot-check inventories of merchandise and equipment. Order receive inspect and store stock to ensure an optimal supply of materials while verifying that cash intake matches sales activity.
• Customer Service & Order Fulfillment: Drive a culture of superior customer service by helping guests locate and select items. Supervise and process wholesale liquor orders for licensees (clubs restaurants and hotels).
• Compliance & Conflict Resolution: Maintain situational awareness to proactively resolve potential confrontational issues (such as dealing with intoxicated individuals or shoplifters). Ensure all staff are thoroughly trained to enforce state laws strictly prohibiting sales to minors.

Qualifications

• Experience: Proven management experience in a fast-paced retail environment with a track record of bringing out the best in employees.
• Age: 21 years of age or older.
• Physical: Able to lift up to 50 pounds on a continuous basis.
• Schedule: Able to work a flexible schedule including various shifts Monday through Saturday from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
• Background: Able to successfully pass a criminal background check.
• Work Ethic: Strong personal accountability work ethic and a commitment to ensuring customers receive excellent service.

• Preference may be given to current employees of the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Services (DABS).

Administration & Team Leadership

• Operational Management: Knowledge of business and retail management principles including resource allocation human resources modeling leadership techniques and the effective coordination of people and inventory.

• Training & Development: Understanding of instructional methods to effectively onboard staff design ongoing store training and measure the teams professional growth.
• Performance Monitoring: Strong ability to monitor and assess the performance of yourself and your team to identify areas for continuous improvement or corrective action.

• Active Listening & Clear Speaking: Excellent oral expression and comprehension. Ability to give full attention to employees and customers understand complex inquiries and communicate direction clearly and professionally.
• Interpersonal Awareness: Highly perceptive to team and customer dynamics allowing you to maintain situational awareness and respond to stressful or fast-paced situations with tact and professionalism.
• English Language Proficiency: Strong command of the English language ensuring professional written and verbal communication regarding store policies emails and performance evaluations.

• Critical Thinking: Ability to use logic reasoning and data to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions conclusions or approaches to daily operational challenges.
• Driving the Customer Experience: Solid knowledge of retail sales product presentation and customer service principles to ensure store standards consistently meet high-quality department expectations.
• Service Orientation: A proactive helpful attitude focused on supporting your teams needs and actively looking for ways to elevate the guest experience.

Physical Requirements.
Work requires physical exertion.
May require the ability to stand; walk over rough surfaces; bend crouch stoop stretch reach lift moderately heavy items (up to 50 lbs.) in a recurring manner and/or for long periods of time. Extensive standing/walking (approx. 70%/30% of shift). Must lift pull push and carry 50 lbs. frequently. Requires constant balancing grasping and finger dexterity. Frequent bending stooping kneeling twisting reaching and seeing. Requires frequent talking hearing and hand/wrist/arm use. Tools: POS box cutter hand truck. Walk on either level or uneven surface frequently. Occasional climbing.

DABS stores are closed on Sundays and all state and federal holidays.

About the Role

Location
3802 Pacific Avenue
Ogden Utah 84405
United States
Background Check Required Yes
Drug Test Required No
Schedule Code B - Competitive Career Service

Why You Should Join Our Team
In Utah we believe hard work is important but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah click here. Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation strong work ethics and mutual support.

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