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Assistant Manager, Store

Simon Property Group · Pleasant Prairie, WI · Full time

Posted Jun 26, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about a time you held a team member accountable for customer service.

What they are checking: Whether they can coach and correct fairly so service standards stay high.

Tell me about a time you developed someone on your team into a stronger performer or leader.

What they are checking: Whether they invest in growing people, which the posting lists as part of the role.

How do you delegate tasks so the shift runs smoothly without you doing everything?

What they are checking: Whether they trust and direct the team instead of trying to handle every task themselves.

How do you create a welcoming environment for customers and partners?

What they are checking: Whether they see the store's atmosphere as something leaders build every day.

What would you do

How would you work side by side with a Store Manager to run a Starbucks inside an outlet mall?

What they are checking: Whether they understand how to share leadership and support the manager's plans.

A company program is launching next week. How would you get the team ready to carry it out?

What they are checking: Whether they can create an action plan, explain it clearly and follow up to make sure it sticks.

A rush ends and the store is a mess with orders backed up. How do you get things back on track?

What they are checking: Whether they manage smooth recovery after high volume, which the posting specifically mentions.

What do you do when product quality slips, like drinks not meeting standard?

What they are checking: Whether they notice and correct quality issues through coaching and checks.

About the work

How would you build a staffing schedule for an outlet store that gets slammed on weekends and holidays?

What they are checking: Whether they plan labor around traffic patterns so service holds up without wasting hours.

What numbers would you watch to judge whether the store is doing well financially?

What they are checking: Whether they understand sales, labor cost and waste, and how daily decisions affect them.

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The full job description

As published by Simon Property Group.

Job Location: Starbucks Pleasant Prairie Premium Outlets PRIMARY PURPOSE: The primary purpose of this role is to assist a Store Manager within a Simon Mall. You'll work side by side with the Store Manager assisting with your store's operations, staffing, customer satisfaction, product quality, financial performance and team development. Best of all, you'll help your team create a welcoming environment. PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES: The successful candidate’s responsibilities will include, but not be limited to: Demonstrates a calm demeanor during periods of high volume or unusual events, and manages smooth transitions thereafter to keep store operating to standard and to set a positive example for the store team. Displays a "customer comes first" attitude by training and holding team members accountable for delivering legendary customer service. Drives the implementation of company programs by developing action plans and directly motivating and instructing the store team to implement them to meet operational and organizational objectives. Manages with integrity, honesty and knowledge that promote the culture, values and mission of Starbucks. Plans, identifies, communicates, and delegates appropriate responsibilities and practices along with the Store Manager to team members to ensure smooth flow of operations. Provides coaching and direction to the store team to take action and to achieve operational goals. Constantly reviews store environment and key business indicators to identify problems, concerns, and opportunities for improvement to provide coaching and direction to the store team to achieve operational goals. Planning and Execution - Develop strategic and operational plans for the work group, manage execution, and measure results: Monitors and manages store staffing levels to ensure team member development and talent acquisition to achieve and maintain store operational requirements. Utilizes existing tools to identify and prioritize communications and regularly uses discretion to filter communications to the store team. Communicates clearly, concisely and accurately in order to ensure effective store operations. Business Requirements - Providing functional expertise and executing functional responsibilities: Ensures adherence to applicable wage and hour laws for nonexempt team members and minors. Uses all operational tools to plan for and achieve operational excellence in the store. Tools include Automated Labor Scheduling, Monthly Status Report, Quarterly Business Review, cash management and inventory management. Uses discretion in accessing external resources to support store operations and to execute Simon Corporate and Starbucks initiatives. Utilizes management information tools and analyzes financial reports to identify and address trends and issues in store performance. Actively manages team members in collaboration with the Store Manager by regularly conducting performance assessments, providing feedback, and setting challenging goals to improve team member performance. Manages ongoing team member performance using performance management. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Progressively responsible retail experience (3 years) Experience analyzing financial reports Ability to manage store operations independently Ability to manage effectively in a fast-paced environment Ability to manage multiple situations simultaneously Ability to manage resources ensuring established service levels are achieved at all times Knowledge of customer service techniques Knowledge of supervisory practices and procedures Organization and planning skills Strong operational skills in a customer-service environment Strong problem-solving skills Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing Ability to plan and prioritize workload Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information Physical Requirements and Environment: • Ability to lift and carry up to 25–30 pounds, such as boxes of supplies, etc. • Must be able to stand for 90% or more of a scheduled shift • Requires frequent bending, reaching, twisting, and kneeling as part of daily duties • Role involves repetitive hand and arm movements • Ability to safely handle hot liquids, steam, and equipment throughout the shift. • Manual hand dexterity for operating small tools, POS systems, and drink assembly. • Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment that may involve noise, heat, and close proximity to others. • Occasional pushing or pulling of carts, containers, or equipment.

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