Restaurant Leader (Manager) Trainee
7‑Eleven•Mount Pleasant, SC
About The Position
7-Eleven is seeking an emerging food-service leader to oversee In-Store Quick Serve Restaurant operations in a fast-paced retail environment. The Restaurant Leader leads daily fresh food service operations, supports an exceptional customer experience, and drives operational excellence, sales growth, and profitability. The role includes managing food programs, inventory, vendors, team development, food quality, equipment, schedules, and responses to safety incidents or 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 improvement.
- Excellent 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, maintaining in-stock availability on 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 or operational challenges.
- Deliver an exceptional customer experience through consistent food-service quality and customer interactions.
Benefits
- Professional development in a supportive environment.
- Opportunity to shape restaurant culture and influence daily operations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
