Leader in Training - Store #162

Parker's Kitchen; Conway (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker's Kitchen is seeking a Store Leader in Training to support the Store Leader in managing daily operations across gasoline, retail, and food service. You will gain hands-on experience cover-for responsibilities within the district, preparing for a future promotion to Store Leader.

You will develop leadership, coaching, and supervisory skills while upholding Parker's Kitchen standards and ensuring high service levels, safety, and efficiency across all departments.

Qualifications

• Previous management experience in a retail operation or with Parker's Kitchen.
• Must be 18+ and have reliable transportation.
• Completion of Food Safety Certification within the first month of employment.
• Completion of a skills-based certification within the first 120 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in day-to-day store operations across gasoline, retail, and food service.
• Assist in leading, planning, and organizing store operations; supervise staff and training.
• Support budgeting, inventory, ordering, and cost control; monitor sales and targets.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Communication

Team management

Problem solving

Education

Food Safety Certification

Skills-based certification

Job description

As a Store Leader in Training at Parker's Kitchen, you will have the opportunity to develop and refine your leadership skills while assisting the Store Leader in managing day-to-day operations, including gasoline, retail, and food service, all while upholding the high standards Parker's Kitchen is known for. While primarily assigned to a specific location, you will cover for the Store Leader within the district, gaining hands‑on experience that prepares you for a future promotion to Store Leader.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Customer Service:

• Deliver exceptional customer service by addressing customer needs and resolving issues promptly and professionally.
• Assist Store Leaderwithtrainingand coachingteam memberstomaintainhigh service standards and a welcoming atmosphere for customers.
• Speak honestly and act with integrity, upholding company valuesat all times.

Leadership&Team Management:

• Assistin 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 areproperly trainedand 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.

OperationalDuties:

• Managedaily 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.
• Assistin efficiently meeting operational standards and productivity goals.
• Performadditionaltasks asassigned to support the overall success of the department.
• Assistin 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.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Previousmanagement experience in a retail operation or relevant experience with Parker's or the equivalent.
• Musthave reliable transportation.
• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to work in store operations.
• Completion of Food Safety Certification withinthefirst month of employment isrequired .
• Completion of a skills-based certification within the first120 daysof employment is mandatory.
• Store LeadersinTrainingmust be able to work varied hours, days, and shifts as needed by the employer due to business circumstances.

PHYSICALREQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to stand for extended periods, ranging from 8 to 10 hours.
• Ability to push or pull up to50pounds.
• Ability to multitask, perform repeated bending,standingand reaching, andlift upto 50 pounds.
• Comfortableworking inenvironments with wet floors, temperature fluctuations, and loud noise levels.

Parker's is anequal-opportunityemployer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture.Parker'sdoes not discriminateon the basis ofdisability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state, or local laws.

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