Future Store Leader: Leadership Training and Ops

Parker's Kitchen; Springfield (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker’s Kitchen is seeking a Store Leader in Training to support the Store Leader in daily operations across gasoline, retail, and food service while developing hands-on leadership skills and upholding Parker’s Kitchen standards.

You will cover for the Store Leader within the district, train team members, manage schedules, monitor inventory and cash handling, ensure safety compliance, and contribute to achieving store-wide goals; this role prepares you for future promotion to Store Leader.

Qualifications

• Previous management experience in a retail operation or Parker’s or the equivalent.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to work in store operations.
• Completion of Food Safety Certification within the first month of employment is required.
• Completion of a skills-based certification within the first 120 days of employment is mandatory.
• Store Leaders in Training must be able to work varied hours, days, and shifts as needed by the employer due to business circumstances.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional customer service by addressing customer needs and resolving issues promptly and professionally.
• Assist Store Leader with training and coaching team members to maintain high service standards and a welcoming atmosphere for customers.
• Speak honestly and act with integrity, upholding company values at all times.
• Assist in leading, planning, and organizing store operations, including gasoline, retail, and food service.
• Support the Store Leader in managing staff, delegating tasks, and ensuring team members are properly trained and motivated.
• Step in for the Store Leader during vacations and absences, gaining valuable experience to prepare for promotion to Store Leader.
• Foster a positive work environment through effective communication, conflict resolution, and team collaboration.
• Manage daily store operations to ensure smooth functioning, including inventory management, ordering, and stocking.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and safety regulations across all store activities.
• Assist in efficiently meeting operational standards and productivity goals.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned to support the overall success of the department.
• Assist in managing store budgets and expenses to ensure profitability and cost control.
• Monitor sales, track performance, and work toward achieving financial goals and targets.
• Ensure accuracy in cash handling, register operations, and inventory management.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Team management

Communication

Problem solving

Job description

Parker’s Kitchen is seeking a Store Leader in Training to support the Store Leader in daily operations across gasoline, retail, and food service while developing hands-on leadership skills and upholding Parker’s Kitchen standards.

You will cover for the Store Leader within the district, train team members, manage schedules, monitor inventory and cash handling, ensure safety compliance, and contribute to achieving store-wide goals; this role prepares you for future promotion to Store Leader.