Restaurant Leader (Manager) Trainee

7-Eleven • Ocala, FL

10d

About The Position

The Restaurant Leader (Manager) Trainee leads daily fresh food service operations in an in-store quick-serve restaurant environment. The role is responsible for delivering an exceptional customer experience while meeting health, safety, and company standards. It focuses on sales growth and profitability through food-program management, financial analysis, cost control, and merchandising; maintaining effective inventory and vendor relationships; and building a capable, recognized team through recruiting and coaching. The leader also oversees food preparation, quality, and equipment maintenance, creates 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, quick-service restaurant, or casual fast-food preparation leadership experience.
• Obtain and maintain locally required safe food handling certification.
• Strong leadership ability and a demonstrated record of developing team members and delivering exceptional customer service.
• Ability to use P&L statements and restaurant reports to identify opportunities and drive improvement.
• 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 employees 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: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED