Assistant Closing Manager

Overview

Assistant Closing Manager at BJ's Wholesale Club. This role provides leadership and direction within the club and drives performance, including oversight of Recovery, Utility, and Perishable departments (Produce, Meat, Bakery, Deli, Dairy / Freezer) as well as overnight prep to ensure areas are clean, stocked, and ready for the morning open. The position also supports policy adherence, member service, and club operations as Manager on Duty (MOD) when needed. A valid ServSafe Food Safety Certification is required and must be maintained. In Florida, a qualifier certification through the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services for retail propane oversight is required. Yearly certification for a forklift license is also required.

Location : Tampa, FL. Compensation : starting from $20.00 per hour; salary range may vary by location, education, experience, and qualifications.

Benefits

• BJ's pays weekly
• Eligible for free BJ's Inner Circle and Supplemental memberships
• Generous time off programs to support busy lifestyles
• Vacation, Personal, Holiday, Sick, Bereavement Leave, Jury Duty
• Benefit plans for changing needs
• Three medical plans, Health Savings Account (HSA), two dental plans, vision plan, flexible spending
• 401(k) plan with company match (must be at least 18)
• Eligibility requirements vary by position

Job Summary

Working closely with the Closing Manager, the Assistant Closing Manager leads club operations and drives performance. Responsibilities include supervising, when on MOD, recovery, utility, and perishable departments; ensuring cleanliness, stock, and readiness for morning open; enforcing policies and procedures; delivering a positive member experience; and supporting audit compliance, training, onboarding, and certifications to ensure food safety and operational excellence. The role also requires leadership and direction within the club and may involve serving as MOD as needed.

Major tasks include maintaining live GOLD standards, ensuring proper closing procedures, resolving member issues, monitoring inventory and freshness in the evening, enforcing sanitation, and coaching team members. The role requires using tools such as Hot List, NAFS, electronic reports, price sign reports, and productivity dashboards, and collaborating with cross-functional partners to improve closing routines and member experience.

Open shift availability is required. Must have the ability to operate safely and efficiently and maintain regular, predictable attendance.

Leadership Responsibilities

Team Member Engagement

Member Experience

Operational Standards

Financial Performance

Qualifications

Job Conditions

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