Mercantile Supervisor - Restaurant and Bar

Freeport-McMoRan; Morenci (AZ); On-site; USD 49,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Medical benefits

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan is seeking a Mercantile Supervisor for the Morenci, AZ location to lead daily restaurant operations and drive profitability. This role emphasizes budgeting, training, and maintaining high standards of service in a mining community setting.

The candidate will manage staff, schedules, and safety protocols while delivering exceptional guest experiences across shifts. On-site housing allowances and comprehensive benefits support performance.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED with 3 years relevant experience, or Bachelor's degree with 1 year of supervisor or lead experience.
• Ability to understand and apply verbal and written instructions in English.
• Effective communication in English regarding job procedures and safety standards.
• Ability to work in a potentially stressful environment; flexible hours including mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays.
• Strong customer engagement and communication skills.
• Willingness to perform a variety of tasks during each shift.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily restaurant operations to ensure efficiency and profitability; set annual budgets and manage costs.
• Devise systems, set policy, and implement changes to uphold quality; provide training and leadership to staff.
• Recruit and hire new staff, create schedules, and track attendance.
• Investigate and resolve service complaints and enforce disciplinary actions as needed.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety, and quality control.
• Prepare end-of-day financial reports and perform other duties as required.

Skills

Customer engagement

Leadership

Cash handling

Effective communication

English proficiency

Team training

Staff scheduling

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Title: Mercantile Supervisor - Restaurant and Bar

Requisition ID: 143418

Location:

Morenci, AZ, US, 85540

Category: Retail

Why You Should Apply For This Job

At Freeport-McMoRan, we are committed to providing an employment package that recognizes excellence, encourages safe production and a culture supported by our core values. Here, you’ll find a collaborative environment where safety is a top priority, all opinions are valued, and people are empowered to grow in their career.

Where You Will Work

Located approximately 50 miles northeast of Safford, Arizona on U.S. Highway 191, Morenci operations (an open-pit copper mining complex) has been in continuous operation since 1939. The operation consists of two concentrators, crushed-ore leach pad and stacking system, a low-grade run-of-mine (ROM) leaching system; four SX plants; and three EW tank houses that produce copper cathode. Morenci is a unique company town where our employees and their families can reconnect with nature through hiking, fishing, camping, hunting and numerous parks. The company offers several amenities, including company housing OR employees who are required to work on-site are eligible for a $750 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines, a newly constructed daycare and community center, library, health-care facilities, state-of-the-art fitness centers, a movie theater and a skate park. Our dedicated Parks and Recreation Division plans activities for people of all ages, making sure there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Visit the Morenci townwebsiteto learn more.

What You Will Do

Responsible for the business performance of the establishment. Uses past performance, market conditions and strategic planning to forecast supply and demand. Coordinates all activities including management, customer relations, and marketing to ensure efficiency and profitability.

• Oversee daily restaurant operations to ensure efficiency and profitability. Set annual budgets and manage costs, while developing cost‑saving strategies to increase profit.
• Devise systems, set policy, and implement changes to uphold quality standards. Provide training and leadership to staff, including team building and performance management.
• Recruit and hire new staff, create schedules, and track attendance.
• Investigate and resolve service complaints and enforce disciplinary actions as needed.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety, and quality control.
• Prepare end‑of‑day financial reports and perform other duties as required.

What You Bring To Freeport

• High School diploma or GED and three (3) years of relevant experience; OR
• Bachelor’s degree and one (1) year of supervisor or lead experience
• Ability to understand and apply verbal and written instructions in English
• Effective communication in English regarding job procedures and safety standards
• Ability to work in a potentially stressful environment
• Availability for flexible hours including mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays
• Ability to meet operating policies and standards including cash handling and safety
• Strong customer engagement and communication skills
• Compliance with dress code standards
• Willingness to perform a variety of tasks during each shift

Preferred Qualifications

• Current Food Handlers Certification
• Knowledge of current trends in Coffee industry
• Knowledge of and ability to apply marketing practices
• Knowledge and ability to supervise employees
• Maintain regular and consistent attendance and punctuality, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Meet store operating policies and standards, including providing quality beverages and food products, cash handling and store safety and security, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Available to perform many different tasks within the store during each shift
• Competency in the use of MS Office Software

What We Offer You

The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently $48,500-$66,000. This range reflects base salary only and does not include bonus payments, benefits or retirement contributions. Actual base pay is determined by experience, qualifications, skills and other job‑related factors. This role is eligible for additional discretionary and incentive payment considerations based on company and individual performance. More details will be shared during the hiring process.

• Employees who are required to work on‑site are eligible for a $750 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines
• Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits
• Company‑paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer contribution/match
• Paid time off, paid sick time, holiday pay, parental leave
• Tuition assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted insurance plans for pet, auto, home and vehicle
• Internal progression opportunities
• Learn more about our competitive and comprehensive benefits package!

What We Require

• Candidates may be required to pass a medical exam.
• Candidates must pass all required training and/or testing.
• Employees may be required to work a non‑standard schedule, which may include shift work (other than day shift) at a 24/7, 365‑day operation.
• Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol‑free work environment using mandatory pre‑employment drug testing and on‑going drug and alcohol testing, as allowed by applicable laws.

Nearest Major Market: Safford

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