Retail Assistant Manager

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Retail Assistant Manager (Stewiacke)

Coldstream Clear is building a team of leaders who bring exceptional work and value to our operations and our brand.

From our home in Nova Scotia, we’re creating beverages that bring people together and set new standards for taste and innovation. We’re on a mission to deliver better taste and value through constant improvement, guided by a vision to build the most respected and fastest growing refreshment brand in Canada.

If you are passionate about high-quality unique work, continuous improvement, and opportunities to help build an industry-leading brand, we encourage you to apply.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Coldstream Clear operates four retail locations across Nova Scotia — in Stewiacke, Dartmouth, Antigonish, and Truro — each serving as a direct connection between our brand and the communities we call home. Our retail stores are fast-paced, brand-forward environments where quality, hospitality, and a genuine passion for what we make come to life every day. We are a growing company that holds our retail experience to the same high standard as our products — exceptional, consistent, and always improving. As an Assistant Manager, you will be at the center of that experience, leading a team that represents Coldstream Clear with pride and purpose.

Why Join Us

• Be part of a fast-growing Canadian brand that’s redefining the refreshment industry.
• Work with innovative, quality-driven teammates who take deep care of what they do.
• Enjoy a supportive, energetic culture with a defined vision, mission, and values.
• Build your career with a company that invests in its people and their potential.

Your Role

We are seeking an energetic, people-first Retail Manager to lead daily operations at one of our Coldstream Clear retail locations. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a customer-facing environment, takes ownership of results, and leads by example. Reporting to the Retail Manager, you will be responsible for the full store experience — from team performance and product presentation to sales targets and community engagement. You bring structure without losing warmth, and you hold high standards without losing the fun. You will be the face of Coldstream Clear in your community and a key driver of retail growth across our network.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of your store’s daily operations, creating a welcoming and on-brand experience for every customer who walks through the door.
• Hire, train, schedule, and develop a high-performing retail team that embodies Coldstream Clear’s values
• Drive store sales performance by meeting revenue targets, upselling products, and creating exceptional customer experience, manage inventory levels, product ordering, and stock rotation to ensure shelves are always stocked and presented to brand standards
• Maintain a clean, safe, and visually appealing store environment consistent with Coldstream Clear’s brand standards
• Oversee cash management, daily reconciliation, and accurate reporting of store financial performance
• Build genuine relationships with local customers and community members, acting as an ambassador for the Coldstream Clear brand
• Identify and implement continuous improvements to store operations, team workflows, and the customer journey

Qualifications

• 2+ years of retail management or supervisory experience, preferably in food & beverage, hospitality, or specialty retail
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a genuine passion for delivering an outstanding customer experience

Qualifications considered a strong asset

• Experience with point-of-sale systems, inventory management software, or retail reporting tools
• Formal leadership or management training (ADKAR, Prosci, Change Management or Similar)
• Knowledge of or passion for craft beverages, local Nova Scotia brands, or the food & drink industry

What we offer

• Competitive base hourly rate
• Health and Dental Insurance
• RRSP matching program
• A family business that prioritizes the well-being of its employees
• Discounts on all Coldstream products and merchandise
• Opportunities for growth from within the company

Ready to Raise the Bar?

If you’re ready to bring your best, grow alongside an ambitious Canadian brand, and make an impact with a team that lives its values and creates excellence every day — we can’t wait to hear from you.

Coldstream Clear is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, ability, age, family status or any other legally protected status. Candidates must be legally eligible to work at the location(s) specified above and, where applicable, must have a valid work or study permit.