General Manager (3579)

Qik n EZ; Illinois; On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Employee discounts

Benefits package

401(k)

Paid time off

Disability coverage

Weekly pay

Career growth

Job summary

Qik n’ EZ in Normal, IL is seeking a General Manager Trainee to learn store operations, lead employees, and drive outstanding results. This hands-on leader role suits someone who thrives in fast-paced retail or food service environments and takes pride in building high-performing teams.

The position offers a competitive salary and growth opportunities within a locally owned company that values leadership and customer service.

Qualifications

• Proven management experience in retail, convenience, fuel, or food service.
• Strong leadership, communication, coaching, and team-building skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Flexibility to work varying shifts and travel to other store locations as needed.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable, personal transportation.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods.
• Completion of the Food Protection Manager Course within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of daily store operations, ensuring efficiency and profitability.
• Hire, train, and lead a high-performing team committed to exceptional customer service.
• Deliver an outstanding customer experience and resolve issues promptly and professionally.
• Manage inventory, analyze sales trends, and implement strategies to drive growth.
• Ensure compliance with company policies as well as state and federal regulations.
• Foster a positive, accountable, and safety-focused workplace culture.
• Collaborate with upper management to align goals, improve performance, and support new initiatives.

Skills

Management experience

Leadership

Communication

Coaching

Team-building

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: 60 - 1510 E. Vernon - Normal, IL 61761Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: NoneSalary Range: $60,000.00 - $60,000.00 Salary/yearTravel Percentage: NegligibleJob Shift: Open-All ShiftsJob Category: Management

Qik n’ EZ is a locally owned company that values strong leadership, teamwork, and exceptional customer service. We are seeking a General Manager Trainee to learn store operations, lead and develop employees, and drive outstanding results. This role is ideal for a hands‑on leader who thrives in a fast-paced retail or food service environment and takes pride in building a successful, high-performing team.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with monthly performance-based bonuses.
• Employee discounts on fuel and in-store purchases.
• Comprehensive benefits package: medical, dental, vision, and cafeteria plan options.
• 401(k) with company contributions.
• Paid Time Off to support work-life balance.
• Long-Term and Short-Term Disability coverage.
• Weekly pay with reliable direct deposit.
• Career growth opportunities — we promote from within.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee all aspects of daily store operations, ensuring efficiency and profitability.
• Hire, train, and lead a high-performing team committed to exceptional customer service.
• Deliver an outstanding customer experience and resolve issues promptly and professionally.
• Manage inventory, analyze sales trends, and implement strategies to drive growth.
• Ensure compliance with company policies as well as state and federal regulations.
• Foster a positive, accountable, and safety‑focused workplace culture.
• Collaborate with upper management to align goals, improve performance, and support new initiatives.

About Qik n’ EZ

Qik n’ EZ operates 11 convenience store and gas station locations across Central Illinois, serving more than two million customers each year. As a locally owned business, we believe our success starts with exceptional people. Our managers are leaders who care about their teams, customers, and communities — and we support them every step of the way.

This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the role. Additional tasks may be assigned as needed.

QualificationsWhat We’re Looking For

• Proven management experience in retail, convenience, fuel, or food service.
• Strong leadership, communication, coaching, and team‑building skills.
• Excellent problem‑solving and decision‑making abilities.
• Flexibility to work varying shifts and travel to other store locations as needed.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable, personal transportation.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods.
• Successful completion of a background check, MVR, and 4‑panel drug test
• Completion of the Food Protection Manager Course within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to drive during company time as needed to complete tasks or attend meetings.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., 25 lbs. overhead, bend, reach, use a ladder or stepstool.
• Ability to stand for your entire shift of 10 hours per day.
• Ability to be on‑call for work‑related issues or questions.