District Leader In Training (Charleston)
At Parker's, we believe our company is only as successful as our team. That's why we offer competitive wages and provide our team with the training and tools they need to maintain the integrity of the Parker's brand. We're proud that more than 85% of our Store Managers, District Leaders and Corporate Support Team have been promoted from within, underscoring our commitment to developing talent and making a long-term investment in our team members.
Here are some of the great benefits of working at Parker's Kitchen :
- Competitive Pay - In addition to a competitive salary, you will work in a supportive team where you will have the opportunity to learn about a leading business model and people skills.
- Flexible scheduling - We understand you have commitments outside of work. We will try to arrange your work schedule around them.
- Leadership Training - At Parker's, we love developing your skills to be the next leader. We offer this leadership program for free! Come discuss this opportunity as well as our Career Path.
- Employee Assistance Program : This includes several resources including : Legal, Financial, Work / Life and Parent Guidance along with Health Management Tools.
- Free drinks and 50% off Parker's prepared food while at work!
- Child Care Assistance - All FT Parker's Employees are eligible for $5,000 for childcare per employee
- Conditions apply.
- Receive a raise after 60 days of employment.
- Paid personal Time Off granted on your first day of employment
- Conditions apply.
- Free Life Insurance equaling 1x your annual salary.
- Tickets at work
- Pet Insurance - Pets are family! We offer coverage for all of your loved ones, including your fur-babies.
- 401K & Health Benefits.
The District Leader in Training's responsibility is to enhance and develop their skills to successfully lead, plan, organize, and control the activities in preparation for a promotion to District Leader. Although assigned to a specific location and serving primarily as a Store Leader, they will often be called upon to cover District Leader vacations, gaining invaluable experience as they prepare for promotion to District Leader.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Accountable to achieve financial operating plan to include controllable costs, sales projections, and operating profit for districtResponsible for operational systems and procedures designed to effect control of the stores costs, shrink and expensesHold management accountable to utilizes company systems and procedures designed to control expenses and manage inventoryMaintain budget targets with shrink, labor, supplies, cash and lotteryHold store leaders to follow a labor budget specific to each store based on established labor model, sales history and current trendsComplete daily, weekly and monthly reports as required for position; analyzes the details to identify trendsMaintain communication with field operations and managementSpeak honesty and act with integrity at all timesEarn the trust of others through open, honest communication and follow throughAct as company representative at all times and is perceived as being a positive moral force, as judged by peers and subordinatesProvide "added value" to the store through building relationships, supervising, coaching, and mentoring of staffLead by example by acknowledging and greeting all customers as they enter the storeCoach store leadership and employees on how to properly handle customer complaints and provide exceptional levels of serviceSupport the team with a hands on management style and leads with a sense of urgency and purposeAdhere to company safety and security practices at all timesKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Able to provide excellence in service; perform basic mathematical calculations, read and write, understand and follow general instructionsMust be detail-oriented and accurateMust have good interpersonal and problem-solving skillsAbility to multi-task effectively in a busy environmentResponsible, dependable, and adaptable to changeDistrict Leaders are scheduled a variable five-day work week, or as business necessitates.
Education and Requirements
Required :
Associates or Bachelor's degree or equivalent experienceMust maintain a current, valid, unrestricted driver's license with an insurable driving recordCurrent ServSafe CertificationSuccessful completion of age restricted alcohol and tobacco sales trainingSuccessful completion of UST TrainingPreferred :
Minimum of 5+ years multi-unit retail experience, convenience store experience preferred; or a minimum of 5+ years of store management experience within Parker'sGeneral working conditions
Shift Length Varies 8 to 10 hour shiftsFlooring and Lighting Cement, tile, textured flooring and fluorescent lightingEnvironment Subject to wet floors, temperature extremes, and loud noiseParker's is committed to providing an employee-focused environment in which people are excited about their contributions being valued, successes being recognized, and for many opportunities for advancement.
Reference checks will be conducted on all candidates. Successful candidates must pass a standard background check. Parker's is an equal opportunity employer.