Restaurant Leader (Manager) Trainee

7-Eleven • Stanton, TX

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About The Position

The Restaurant Leader (Manager) Trainee leads daily fresh food service operations in 7-Eleven's In-Store Quick Serve Restaurant operations. The role focuses on creating an exceptional customer experience while meeting health, safety, and company standards. It drives sales and profitability through food-program management, financial analysis, cost control, and merchandising; oversees inventory and vendor relationships; and maintains food preparation, quality, and equipment standards. The role also develops team members through recruiting and coaching, manages work schedules, provides coverage as needed, and responds to safety incidents and operational challenges.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 1 year of food service, QSR, or casual fast-food preparation leadership experience.
• Obtain and maintain locally required safe food handling certification.
• Strong leadership abilities and a track record of developing team members and delivering exceptional customer service.
• Business acumen, including the ability to use P&L statements and restaurant reports to identify opportunities and drive change.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for engaging customers, coaching employees, and partnering with vendors.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and point-of-sale systems.
• Ability to stand, walk, lift up to 50 pounds, and work in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily fresh food service operations in compliance with health standards, company policies, and safety regulations.
• Drive sales growth and profitability by managing food programs, analyzing financial data, controlling costs, and implementing merchandising strategies.
• Manage inventory and vendor relationships to support in-stock efficiency for top-selling items and accurate order fulfillment.
• Recruit, coach, and develop team members and foster a culture where they can excel and feel recognized.
• Oversee food preparation, quality standards, and equipment maintenance.
• Create and manage work schedules, provide coverage as needed, and respond to safety incidents and operational challenges.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED