General Manager Store

Applegreen Travel Plazas•Newark, DE

19d•Onsite

About The Position

At Applegreen, we Refresh Travelers on their Journey . Applegreen USA operates over 80 travel plazas across the Northeast and Midwest that provide convenience, comfort, retail, and an extensive range of delicious food options such as Auntie Annes, Burger King, Chick-fil-A, Cinnabon, Dunkin Donuts, Panda Express, Panera, Popeyes, Pret, Shake Shack, Starbucks, and many more. As the General Manager of retail, you will be responsible for managing the overall day-to-day operations and profitability of a convenience retail store located inside of a travel plaza on a major highway. This position is charged with operating the store and leading a dedicated team that achieves or exceeds the targeted financial and performance metrics.

Requirements

Ability to operate in and lead a team in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrates team management, delegation and issue resolution skills and the ability to multi-task.
Uses judgment and discretion to resolve less routine questions and problems.
Proven ability to drive profitable growth while improving customer and associate satisfaction.
Proficient computer skills.
High school diploma or general education development (GED) equivalent
2+ years of experience as a supervisor or unit-level manager in a quick service restaurant
Available to work a flexible on-site schedule approximately 50 hours per week including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Maintain regular and consistent attendance and punctuality, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Able to stand and walk for an extended period of time; frequently bend, twist, lift and carry at least 20 pounds.
Occasionally attend meetings or travel to support other locations.

Nice To Haves

ServSafe Certification

Responsibilities

Lead the day-to-day activities of associates and managers to achieve or exceed targeted objectives around sales, speed of service, customer satisfaction, and food quality & safety standards.
Maintain operating budgets, inventory controls, food and labor costs, gross profit, and reporting.
Ensure the retail store follows required planograms, pricing, marketing, and food safety guidelines.
Foster an engaging work culture of learning, development, and recognition .
Consistently recruit, develop, and retain a strong team to ensure appropriate staffing levels.
Responsible for the hiring, coaching, training, promotion, disciplinary action, termination, or transfer of the retail team.
Monitor and enforce cash handling policies and procedures.
Ensure compliance with company policies & procedures along with local, state, & federal laws.
Address customer needs and resolve issues and complaints in a professional and timely manner, ensuring positive and long-term customer relationships.
Work collaboratively with a variety of support partners such as Brand Partners, Human Resources, Loss Prevention, Finance, and Facilities & Maintenance.
Maintain seamless, cooperative relationships with business partners, vendors, and the communities.