Store Manager

Oberweis; Glenview (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fun, supportive team culture

Opportunities to grow

A workplace that smells like waffleCon

Job summary

Oberweis is seeking a high-energy Store Manager for an ice cream shop in Glenview. You will lead our scoop squad, ensure outstanding customer service, and keep daily operations running smoothly.

As the right-hand to the District Manager, you'll manage shifts, inventory, and training, while maintaining a fun, fast-paced environment that celebrates our waffle cone culture. Weekend/evening availability required.

Qualifications

• Previous leadership or supervisory experience in a fast-paced food/service environment.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to train and supervise employees across all prep and cleaning duties.
• Experience with cost controls and inventory management.
• Availability on weekends and evenings.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate the scoop squad.
• Deliver top-tier customer service with a friendly approach.
• Manage shifts, schedules and daily operations.
• Keep the shop sparkling clean and organized.
• Handle inventory and ensure fan favorites are stocked.
• Engage with customers and run service with enthusiasm.
• Oversee community relations and customer experience.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Communication

Problem-solving

Inventory management

Cost controls

Weekend availability

Job description

Now Hiring: Store Manager – Ice Cream Dream Team

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Do you believe sprinkles make everything better?
Are you a natural leader who loves making people smile?

If so… we want YOU on our team!

About the Role

We’re looking for a high-energy, people-loving Store Manager to help lead our ice cream shop to sweet success! You’ll be the right-hand hero to the District Manager, keeping operations smooth, customers happy, and the vibes as fun as our flavors.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading and motivating our awesome scoop squad
• Delivering top-tier customer service (with extra sprinkles!)
• Managing shifts, schedules, and daily operations
• Keeping the shop sparkling clean and organized
• Handling inventory and making sure we never run out of fan favorites
• Jumping into scoop, serve, and celebrate with customers
• Managing shifts and daily operations
• Community relations and customer experience

What We’re Looking For

• Previous leadership or supervisory experience (food service a plus!)
• A positive, upbeat attitude
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Lead, supervise, and train all employees in every phase of product preparation, including product portioning, packaging, and cleaning duties
• Manage cost controls and inventory.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment
• Weekend and evening availability

Perks of the Job

• Fun, supportive team culture
• Opportunities to grow
• A workplace that smells like waffle cones all day

Physical Requirements

• Carry up to 50lbs
• Stand and walk on a hard surface for 9-10 hours per day
• Tolerate up to 45 minutes in a walk-in cooler at temperature as low as 32 degrees F during inventory
• Tolerate up to 35 minutes in a walk-in Freezer at temperature at -10 degrees F during inventory and stocking