Bench Store Manager

The Wills Group; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Bench Store Manager in Newark, DE, where you will enhance guest experiences and lead a dynamic team in food service. This role offers opportunities for professional growth, a supportive environment, and a commitment to community impact. You will manage operations, develop staff, and ensure top-notch service while enjoying competitive benefits.

Benefits

10% annual bonus opportunity

5 weeks paid time off

8 paid holidays

2 paid community service days

100% tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, vision healthcare

Paid parental leave

Pet and life insurance

401(k) with up to 7% match

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• 3-5 years in food service or retail management.
• Proven leadership skills.
• Ability to travel for training.

Responsibilities

• Create excellent guest experiences and manage store operations.
• Recruit, train, and develop a diverse team.
• Lead sales growth and manage inventory.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Education

High school diploma

2-year college degree

Tools

P&L Analysis

Job description

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Join the Dash In Team as our Bench Store Manager!

Are you ready to be part of a team dedicated to achieving greatness? Dash In, a proud division of the Wills Group, is Great Place to Work Certified and recognized as Fortune's Best Workplace in Retail. We're looking for a business-savvy, people-oriented, food-loving Bench Store Manager to help us elevate guest experience and operations.

What’s a Bench Store Manager?

As a Bench Store Manager, you will drive our business forward by offering strategic insights, supporting guest experience teams, and collaborating with management. You will step into the Store Manager role as opportunities arise, ensuring our stores deliver top-notch service.

Why Join Dash In?

We are committed to your professional development and career growth. Join us to climb the career ladder and make a positive community impact. Be part of a dynamic, supportive team that values collaboration, innovation, and fun.

Your Mission

1. Create Excellent Guest Experiences: Guide guests to ensure their favorite items are available and the store is pristine.
2. Build Teams and Leaders: Recruit, train, and develop a diverse, people-focused team. Support their growth with skills training.
3. Grow Sales and Manage Inventory: Lead in managing sales and inventory, build vendor relationships, and ensure sales growth.
4. Operate with Brand Excellence: Maintain store standards, staffing, and readiness for special guests or mystery shoppers.
5. Lead Food Safety and Operations: Manage food operations, ensure ServSafe certification, and protect food margins.

What We’re Looking For

1. Authorization to work in the U.S. and age 18 or older.
2. High school diploma or equivalent; 2-year college degree preferred.
3. 3-5 years in food service or retail management.
4. Proven leadership skills.
5. Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
6. Organizational, planning, problem-solving, and project management skills.
7. Proficiency in P&L analysis and technology.
8. Ability to travel to La Plata, MD for training.
9. Physical stamina to lift up to 50 lbs and stay active for 8 hours.

Benefits and Perks

1. Bonus: 10% annual opportunity.
2. Paid Time Off: 5 weeks including vacation, sick leave, and personal days.
3. Holidays: 8 paid days.
4. Community service: 2 paid days annually.
5. Tuition reimbursement: 100%.
6. Healthcare: Medical, dental, vision with HSA options.
7. Paid parental leave.
8. Insurance: Pet, life, short-term disability.
9. Retirement: 401(k) with up to 7% match.
10. Career growth and training programs.
11. Employee discounts on food and beverages.
12. Competitive pay.

Join Dash In and help lift life’s journeys! Dash In is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on age, race, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, or national origin.