Entry Level Retail Market Manager Jobs
New grad retail market manager jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship background or hands-on retail project can carry more weight than a lengthy resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Technology & Software, Banking & Financial Services, and Healthcare & Medical Services, with employers like Bank of America, Navan, and Mastercard hiring at this level now.
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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 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 Department Manager is the driving force behind one of the most dynamic departments in the store, setting the standard for customer service, team performance, food quality, and profitability. In this role, you'll lead a team, manage day-to-day operations, and work closely with store leadership to ensure the department runs at its best every single day.
If you're a motivated leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, takes pride in building great teams, and loves delivering an exceptional customer experience, we'd love to have you on our team.
No two days are exactly the same, but here's what you can expect:
- Set and uphold department standards for customer service, employee relations, cleanliness, sanitation, professional appearance, and overall profitability
- Lead by example, greeting customers warmly, learning their names, and creating a friendly, welcoming atmosphere throughout the department
- Recruit, hire, train, supervise, discipline, and evaluate all department employees; approve employee discipline and recommend transfers, discharge, and salary increases
- Determine department goals with the Store Director and establish weekly schedules and daily work plans
- Inspect signage and displays for quality and quantity of merchandise and order product for replenishment
- Figure retail pricing, extend and post invoices, and oversee department bookkeeping procedures
- Analyze weekly and monthly sales trends, compare to actuals, prepare ad projections, and write ads
- Plan displays, promotions, and pre-orders and conduct department inventory
- Ensure proper temperatures and storage procedures are maintained to guarantee product freshness and control shrink
- Understand and troubleshoot equipment and ensure maintenance is performed as needed
- Work closely with Restaurant and Service staff and communicate sales ideas and updates to the team
- Unload trucks, check in delivered merchandise, and place product in appropriate storage areas
- Ensure competitive pricing in the market area and attend meetings, seminars, and continuing education 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 develop a team, maintaining high standards and a positive, energetic work environment
- Solve practical problems and interpret instructions across a variety of situations with limited standardization
- Compose original correspondence, interpret written work instructions, and follow technical manuals
- Conduct job applicant interviews and make sound hiring decisions
- Use math skills including fractions, decimals, and percentages for pricing, invoicing, and sales analysis
- Communicate clearly and effectively with customers, employees, vendors, 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
Direct Reports: Department Employees
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent experience required; sanitation coursework helpful
- Over one year of related work 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 and restaurant environment where you'll be leading a team throughout your shift. You'll have frequent exposure to temperature extremes, dampness, equipment movement hazards, and cleaning chemicals or 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.
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 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 Department Manager is the driving force behind one of the most dynamic departments in the store, setting the standard for customer service, team performance, food quality, and profitability. In this role, you'll lead a team, manage day-to-day operations, and work closely with store leadership to ensure the department runs at its best every single day.
If you're a motivated leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, takes pride in building great teams, and loves delivering an exceptional customer experience, we'd love to have you on our team.
No two days are exactly the same, but here's what you can expect:
- Set and uphold department standards for customer service, employee relations, cleanliness, sanitation, professional appearance, and overall profitability
- Lead by example, greeting customers warmly, learning their names, and creating a friendly, welcoming atmosphere throughout the department
- Recruit, hire, train, supervise, discipline, and evaluate all department employees; approve employee discipline and recommend transfers, discharge, and salary increases
- Determine department goals with the Store Director and establish weekly schedules and daily work plans
- Inspect signage and displays for quality and quantity of merchandise and order product for replenishment
- Figure retail pricing, extend and post invoices, and oversee department bookkeeping procedures
- Analyze weekly and monthly sales trends, compare to actuals, prepare ad projections, and write ads
- Plan displays, promotions, and pre-orders and conduct department inventory
- Ensure proper temperatures and storage procedures are maintained to guarantee product freshness and control shrink
- Understand and troubleshoot equipment and ensure maintenance is performed as needed
- Work closely with Restaurant and Service staff and communicate sales ideas and updates to the team
- Unload trucks, check in delivered merchandise, and place product in appropriate storage areas
- Ensure competitive pricing in the market area and attend meetings, seminars, and continuing education 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 develop a team, maintaining high standards and a positive, energetic work environment
- Solve practical problems and interpret instructions across a variety of situations with limited standardization
- Compose original correspondence, interpret written work instructions, and follow technical manuals
- Conduct job applicant interviews and make sound hiring decisions
- Use math skills including fractions, decimals, and percentages for pricing, invoicing, and sales analysis
- Communicate clearly and effectively with customers, employees, vendors, 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
Direct Reports: Department Employees
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent experience required; sanitation coursework helpful
- Over one year of related work 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 and restaurant environment where you'll be leading a team throughout your shift. You'll have frequent exposure to temperature extremes, dampness, equipment movement hazards, and cleaning chemicals or 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.
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Entry Level Retail Market Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level retail market manager job?
Start by highlighting any retail, merchandising, or marketing experience from internships, campus projects, or part-time work. Employers at this level look for candidates who understand local market dynamics, can analyze basic sales data, and communicate clearly with store teams. Tailoring your resume to show results from even small-scale projects, like a campus retail event or a seasonal merchandising display, gives you a real edge.
Which companies hire entry level retail market managers?
Companies hiring entry level retail market managers right now include Bank of America, Navan, and Mastercard, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a wide range of employers, including national retail chains, consumer goods companies, and regional grocery and specialty store groups that invest in developing junior talent.
Are there remote entry level retail market manager jobs?
Yes, though most positions at this level involve working directly in stores or local markets. About 29% of entry level retail market manager openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those roles tend to focus on data reporting, regional coordination, or vendor communication rather than hands-on floor work.
Are these new grad retail market manager jobs?
Yes, many of these openings are new grad and junior roles that explicitly welcome recent graduates and candidates with little to no professional experience. A new grad-friendly posting typically accepts zero to two years of experience, counts internships toward that threshold, and values a portfolio of retail or marketing coursework over a long employment history.
Which industries hire the most entry level retail market managers?
Entry Level retail market manager roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Banking & Financial Services, and Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at the entry level because they operate large store networks and field teams that need junior managers to support local execution, track in-store performance, and coordinate with area leadership.