Manager in Training for College Graduates

Stew Leonard; Town of Hempstead (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Stew Leonard’s invites college graduates to join its Management Development program in East Meadow, NY. This paid, full-time 12–18 month track combines on-the-job training with classroom-style sessions and mentoring to prepare you for store management in a family-owned, customer-focused environment.

Requirements include an Associate’s degree or higher, a minimum C average, online application with essays, supervisor experience or equivalent, and willingness to relocate; the program offers

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or higher.
• Minimum grade average of C, or better.
• Submit an online application.
• Must attach a resume including essays (250-500 words) for each of the following questions: Why are you interested in the program? Why are you a good candidate for this program?
• Supervisor experience or equivalent.
• Willingness to relocate, both for the program and/or post-graduation.
• Flexible schedule to include opening and closing shifts.

Responsibilities

• Paid full-time position with structured learning experiences and training across multiple departments.
• On-the-job experiences to gain hands-on knowledge of our values and culture.
• Mentoring with senior executives and classroom-style training sessions.

Education

Associate’s degree or higher

Job description

Manager in Training for College Graduates

1897 Front St, East Meadow, NY 11554, USA

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Stew Leonard’s, a family-owned and operated fresh food store founded in 1969, has locations in Connecticut, New York, and New Jersey. Stew’s earned its nickname, the “Disneyland of Dairy Stores” because of its country-fair atmosphere, with costumed characters and animated entertainment throughout the store that keep children entertained while parents shop.

Stew Leonard’s Management Development for College Graduates program

Full Time Hourly – $19.00 - $24.00 per hour

Introduction:

Join us at Stew Leonard’s and embark on a journey of growth and opportunity! As we continue to expand and open new stores, we are seeking talented individuals like you to join our team as future managers. Our Management Development for College Graduates program is designed to cultivate skilled leaders who are ready to step into managerial roles within Stew Leonard’s.

About the Program:

Over the course of 12 - 18 months, participants in our program will engage in a paid full-time position that offers structured learning experiences and training. You will immerse yourself in on-the-job experiences within a specified department, gaining extensive hands‑on experience while developing technical skills, product knowledge, and a deep understanding of our values and culture. Through a combination of structured modules, classroom‑style training sessions, one‑on‑one coaching, and mentoring with senior executives, you will learn about various aspects of Human Resources, Finance, Sales, and Marketing.

Requirements:

• Associate’s degree or higher.
• Minimum grade average of C, or better.
• Submit an online application.
• Must attach a resume including essays (250-500 words) for each of the following questions:
  • Why are you interested in the program?
  • Why are you a good candidate for this program?
• Supervisor experience or equivalent.
• Willingness to relocate, both for the program and/or post‑graduation.
• Flexible schedule to include opening and closing shifts.

Stew Leonard's is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.

1897 Front St, East Meadow, NY 11554, USA