Food & Beverage Manager — Lead Fresh Ops & Service Team

Web Scribble; La Grange (KY); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k) + matching

Education assistance

Store discounts

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Wawa is seeking a Food & Beverage Manager to oversee all food and beverage operations, ensuring an excellent customer experience and consistent results. You will collaborate with the General Manager and Assistant GM to drive sales, train associates, manage schedules, and uphold safety and quality standards.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, program ownership, and active involvement in hiring, training, and performance development in a fast-paced retail environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Flexible availability to work various shifts, including weekends, and holidays, to meet business needs.
• Strong leadership experience, ideally in food service or retail environment is a plus
• Excellent communication, organization, and customer service skills.
• Ability to multitask, make decisions, and drive change in a fast-paced environment.
• Skilled in problem solving to drive results, boost sales, and streamline operations.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of our food and beverage programs—fresh food, grab-and-go meals, beverages, catering, and more.
• Drive food service sales and hit performance goals with a focus on quality and consistency. Monitor trends and work with peers to create action plans to optimize results.
• Become the in-store expert on food programs, promotions, and marketing initiatives.
• Own and deliver training for Customer Service Associates to build proficiency and motivate them to provide outstanding customer service.
• Support hiring, scheduling, training, and team development. Recognize great performance and help Associates grow.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and inviting food service area that meets all health and safety standards.
• Oversee inventory, ordering, and equipment upkeep to support smooth and efficient operations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Multitasking

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Wawa is seeking a Food & Beverage Manager to oversee all food and beverage operations, ensuring an excellent customer experience and consistent results. You will collaborate with the General Manager and Assistant GM to drive sales, train associates, manage schedules, and uphold safety and quality standards.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, program ownership, and active involvement in hiring, training, and performance development in a fast-paced retail environment.