Night Leader

QuickChek; Mahwah (NJ); On-site; USD 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay On-Demand

Weekly Pay

Overnight Differential

401K Matching

Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits

401K Matching (up to 6%)

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

QuickChek Corp. in Mahwah, NJ is seeking a Night Manager to lead the overnight team and uphold store standards. You will motivate team members, drive nightly operations, and ensure exceptional customer experiences while prioritizing safety and compliance.

The role emphasizes problem-solving, reliability, and a customer-first mindset, with opportunities for growth and career development within a fast-paced retail environment.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead a team in a fast-paced retail or food service environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a customer-first mindset.
• Dependable and accountable, with reliability and punctuality especially for overnight/3rd shift work.
• Solid problem-solving ability with attention to detail, plus basic computer, math, and analytical skills.
• Self-driven with a growth mindset; quick learner and alignment with company values.

Responsibilities

• Lead the night shift with energy, deliver exceptional customer service, handle concerns proactively, and set a positive, guest-first tone.
• Drive food excellence: oversee daily production, keep fresh items stocked and high-quality, and ensure food safety, prep, and sanitation standards are met.
• Build and inspire the team: train, motivate, recognize, and support team members while delegating tasks to keep the shift efficient.
• Own store operations: manage cash handling, lottery, loss prevention, timekeeping, equipment, vendor check-ins, and ensure policy compliance.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized store environment inside and out—restrooms, lot, walkways, and all work areas.
• Drive results: partner with managers to achieve sales, profitability, and operational objectives while completing shift tasks.
• Stay connected: attend meetings, stay updated on policies, communicate with leadership, and assist wherever needed to keep shift running smoothly.

Skills

Leadership

Team motivation

Communication

Reliability

Customer focus

Training others

Job description

OVERVIEW

Join QuickChek as a Night Manager and play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of the overnight shift. Your key goals include completing assigned tasks while embodying our Principles of Integrity, Respect, Citizenship, and Spirit. As the Night Manager, you'll motivate and support fellow Team Members to be productive in maintaining store standards, leading by example to provide every customer an exceptional shopping experience. Taking charge during the overnight hours, you are responsible for both Team Member and customer safety, ensuring that QuickChek remains A Great Place to Work and A Great Place to Shop.

Elevate your career at QuickChek as a Night Manager, where every night is an opportunity to showcase your leadership and dedication.

What’s in it for you!

• Pay On-Demand: Get quick access to a portion of your earned wages after completed shifts.
• Weekly Pay: Week starts on Saturday and ends on Friday - payday is Friday.
• Overnight Differential: Earn an additional .75¢ per hour between 10pm-6am.
• Annual Retirement Contribution: 3% gross pay contribution to 401K after 1 year of service (restrictions apply).
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy peace of mind with our medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Financial Security: Invest in your future with our matching 401K (up to 6%).
• Growth Opportunities: We're committed to helping you advance in your career through degree-work tuition assistance (eligibility requirements), on-the job training, and in-person classes at QuickChek University.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the night shift with energy deliver exceptional customer service, handle concerns proactively, and set the tone for a positive, guest-first culture.
• Drive food excellence oversee daily production, keep fresh items stocked and high-quality, and ensure all food safety, prep, and sanitation standards are met.
• Build and inspire the team train, motivate, recognize, and support team members while delegating tasks to keep the shift efficient and focused.
• Own store operations manage cash handling, lottery, loss prevention, timekeeping, equipment, vendor check-ins, and ensure compliance with all policies and fuel regulations.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized environment inside the store and out, including restrooms, lot, walkways, and all work areas.
• Drive results partner with Store and department managers to achieve sales, profitability, and operational objectives while completing all shift tasks.
• Stay connected and proactive attend meetings, stay up to date on policies, communicate with leadership, and step in wherever needed to keep the shift running smoothly.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team in a fast-paced retail or food service environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a customer-first mindset.
• Dependable and accountable, with a track record of reliability and punctuality especially for overnight/3rd shift work.
• Solid problem-solving ability with attention to detail, plus basic computer, math, and analytical skills.
• Self-driven with a growth mindset; ability to quickly learn, complete training, and align with company values.
• Prior food service or retail management experience preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Stand continuously.
• Walk continuously.
• Stoop/Kneel/Crouch occasionally.
• Grasp/Pinch/Grip - Frequently Bend/Squat/Twist - Frequently.
• Reaching continuously.
• Work in cold environment occasionally.
• Push/pull 40lbs occasionally.
• Lifting.
• Up to 10lbs continuously.
• Up to 25lbs frequently.
• Up to 50lbs rarely.

Store Address

280 STATE HIGHWAY 17, MAHWAH , New Jersey 07430 , United States

Pay Range

$19.25-$25.31

Hourly

Position Type

Full-time

We greatly value your time and want to provide the best opportunity for you to showcase your strengths.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons shall have the opportunity to be considered for employment without regard to race or color, national origin, religion, gender and gender identity, age, sexual orientation, marital status, family medical leave status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, veteran status or other personal status or characteristics that are recognized and protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws and regulations.

We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact 870-875-7783.