Restaurant Leader Trainee: Fast-Track to Manager

SuperMom's LLC; Elkhart (IN); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

7-Eleven in Elkhart, IN is seeking a Restaurant Leader Trainee to oversee daily fresh food service operations, ensure health standards, and deliver an exceptional customer experience.

You will build a high-performing team, manage schedules, control costs, and use store reports to drive sales and profitability while maintaining safety and quality.

This full-time role offers hands-on leadership development in a fast-paced, community-focused environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 1+ year of food service leadership experience.
• Successfully obtain and maintain locally required safe food handling certification.
• Strong leadership abilities with a proven track record of developing team members and delivering exceptional customer service.
• Business mindset with the ability to leverage P&L statements and restaurant reports to identify opportunities and drive positive change.
• Excellent communication skills—both written and verbal—with the confidence to engage customers, coach employees, and partner with vendors.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and point-of-sale systems, plus the physical ability to stand, walk, lift up to 50 pounds, and work in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily fresh food service operations while ensuring compliance with health standards and safety regulations.
• Drive sales growth and profitability by managing food programs and controlling costs.
• Own inventory management and vendor relationships, ensuring 100% in-stock efficiency on top items.
• Build and develop a top-performing team through recruiting, coaching, and recognition.
• Oversee food preparation, quality standards, and equipment maintenance.
• Create and manage work schedules and respond to safety incidents or challenges.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Communication

P&L analysis

Microsoft Office

POS systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

POS systems

MS Office

Job description

7-Eleven in Elkhart, IN is seeking a Restaurant Leader Trainee to oversee daily fresh food service operations, ensure health standards, and deliver an exceptional customer experience.

You will build a high-performing team, manage schedules, control costs, and use store reports to drive sales and profitability while maintaining safety and quality.

This full-time role offers hands-on leadership development in a fast-paced, community-focused environment.