Manager in Training

Jacksons Food Stores, Inc.; Scottsdale, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Same Day Pay

Fuel Discount

Employee Discount

Profit Sharing Bonus

Opportunities for Advancement

Full-Time Benefits

401(k) with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Jacksons Food Stores, Inc. in Scottsdale is seeking a Store Manager in Training to learn retail leadership from the ground up. You will lead staff, oversee operations, and apply our field-tested practices to deliver great customer service and financial results.

This transitional role offers advancement opportunities, competitive pay starting at $25–$26 per hour, full benefits, and a track to a store leadership position after the training program.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or GED preferred.
• 2+ years of management or supervisory experience in retail or food service.
• Food Handlers Permit as required by local authorities.
• Excellent customer service and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers with a smile and deliver top-tier service.
• Lead and develop store staff through hiring, training, coaching, and scheduling.
• Monitor store financials, sales, and cash/inventory handling.
• Oversee product ordering, delivery reconciliation, and inventory levels.
• Drive sales through effective foodservice and merchandising management.
• Maintain store cleanliness, organization, and safety compliance.
• Ensure adherence to all regulatory requirements (alcohol, tobacco, lottery, etc.).
• Participate in leadership meetings and hold effective team huddles.
• Uphold Jacksons standards, policies, and procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Communication

POS Proficiency

Scheduling

Staff Development

Regulatory Compliance

Driver's License

Education

High School Diploma/GED preferred

Tools

POS System

Job description

Store 807, 14717 N. Northsight Blvd., Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 6:00 AM

Come Join Our Awesome Jacksons Management Team!

Pay: Starting at $25.00 - $26.00 an Hour.

Join our team as a Store Manager in Training (MIT) and learn how to lead retail operations from the ground up. You'll build the skills to run a successful, customer-focused convenience store, while growing your career with a company that invests in you. If you're passionate about leadership, service, and retail operations, this is your opportunity to earn, learn, and grow. Let's Go!

• Same Day Pay - Access your earnings when you need them
• Fuel Discount - $.20 off per gallon (up to 100 gallons)
• Employee Discount - 15% off most merchandise
• Profit Sharing Bonus - Paid twice a year
• Opportunities for Advancement - We promote from within
• Full-Time Benefits - Medical, dental, vision, and paid time off (PTO)
• 401(k) with Company Match + Performance-Based Raises
• Tuition Reimbursement - Up to $5,250 per year a nd more!

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Greet every customer with a smile and top-tier service.
• Lead and develop store staff through hiring, training, coaching, and scheduling.
• Monitor store financials, sales, and cash/inventory handling.
• Oversee product ordering, delivery reconciliation, and inventory levels.
• Drive sales through effective foodservice and merchandising management.
• Maintain store cleanliness, organization, and safety compliance.
• Ensure adherence to all regulatory requirements (alcohol, tobacco, lottery, etc.).
• Participate in leadership meetings and hold effective team huddles.
• Uphold Jacksons standards, policies, and procedures.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Skills/Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED preferred.
• Our stores require open availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays (24/7 operation).
• 2+ years of management or supervisory experience (retail or foodservice preferred).
• A Food Handlers Permit as required by county, city, or state.
• A proven history of exceptional customer service.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Basic computer and POS system proficiency.
• Possess a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Legal age to stock and sell regulated products.
• Strong attention to detail and a history of being self-motivated.
• A hands-on leader who leads by example and thrives in a team environment.

This is a transitional position. Store Managers in Training are expected to move into a leadership role within the company after completing the training program.

Physical Requirements:

• While performing the duties of this job, frequently required to stand, walk, bend, and twist; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, or crouch; and talk and listen.
• Must frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 65 pounds.
• Work safely in work conditions that include heat, cold, allergen, noise, and fume/chemical/odor from gasoline and cleaning chemicals.

Jacksons is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and will ensure that applicants and employees are given equal opportunities in employment and contracting activities regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

Store 807, 14717 N. Northsight Blvd., Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America