7-Eleven Inc

Restaurant Leader (Manager) Trainee

United States full-time Entry Salary not listed
full-time Entry level Technology & IT Curated
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About the role

7-Eleven is an iconic family of brands with over 86,000 locations, surpassing every retailer in the world. We revolutionize convenience, restaurants and fuel through cutting edge innovation — working hard to be the customer's first choice. 7-Eleven empowers our employees to "activate awesome" and make a meaningful impact in their stores and communities every day. If you're ready to grow, lead and make a difference, come join our team and help shape the future of convenience.
Are you a passionate food service professional who thrives in a fast-paced retail environment? Do you love building high-performing teams while driving operational excellence? We're looking for emerging leaders ready to take the next step in their career journey and make a real impact across In-Store Quick Serve Restaurant operations.
What You'll Do:

Lead daily fresh food service operations while ensuring compliance with health standards, company policies, and safety regulations to create an exceptional customer experience

Drive sales growth and profitability by managing food programs, analyzing financial data, controlling costs, and implementing innovative merchandising strategies

Own inventory management and vendor relationships, ensuring 100% in-stock efficiency on top-selling items and accurate order fulfillment

Build and develop a top-performing team through strategic recruiting, hands-on coaching, and creating a culture where team members excel and feel recognized

Oversee food preparation, quality standards, and equipment maintenance to deliver consistent excellence in every customer interaction

Create and manage work schedules, provide coverage as needed, and respond swiftly to any safety incidents or operational challenges

What You Bring:

High school diploma or GED with 1+ year of food service, QSR, or casual fast food prep 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

Why You'll Love It Here:

Play a key role in a company that values innovation, operational excellence, and community impact

Grow your leadership skills in a supportive environment that invests in your professional development

Work alongside passionate teams dedicated to delivering quality food service and memorable customer experiences

Enjoy the opportunity to shape restaurant culture and make a visible impact on daily operations

Ready to make your mark?
Apply now and join a team where your leadership will drive success, your ideas will be valued, and your career will flourish. We're excited to meet driven professionals ready to lead with passion and purpose!
If an hourly or salary range is included in this ad it represents the range 7-Eleven in good faith believes is the range of compensation for this role at the time of this posting. The Company may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in this state. This range may be modified in the future. No amount is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable under the terms and conditions of the applicable policies and plans. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, long-term incentive compensation, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.
For a general description of all benefits 7-Eleven is offering in the US for the position, please visit this link.
For a general description of all benefits 7-Eleven is offering in Canada for the position, please visit this link.
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  1. Tell us about work you have done that is close to the Restaurant Leader (Manager) Trainee role.
  2. How would you approach your first 30 days at 7-Eleven Inc?
  3. Which of Customer Service, Excel and Operations have you used recently, and what did it help you achieve?
  4. What have you learned quickly in a past role, project, or training experience?
  5. How do you handle busy days, changing priorities, or pressure at work?

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  • Your availability, preferred work style, and salary expectations.

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  • How does the team give feedback and measure good work?
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I am interested in the Restaurant Leader (Manager) Trainee role because I can bring practical experience in Customer Service, Excel and Operations, learn the team quickly, and contribute to the outcomes 7-Eleven Inc needs from this hire.

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