Team Leader Food Service - SM #2301

Sprint Mart is a dynamic convenience store chain known for its commitment to quality food service and excellent customer experience. As an established leader in the retail convenience industry, Sprint Mart offers a diverse range of food products including freshly prepared items, prepackaged goods supplied by trusted vendors, a careful selection of hot beverages via their Best Bean Coffee Program, a variety of fountain-dispensed drinks, and additional self-serve beverage options. With a solid reputation for cleanliness, standards of food safety, and a welcoming atmosphere, Sprint Mart continues to cater to the needs of busy customers seeking convenience, freshness, and service excellence.

The Food Service Category Manager role is integral to maintaining and elevating the high standards of food service across Sprint Mart locations. This position focuses on comprehensive oversight and development of food offerings, ensuring that every aspect from food preparation to presentation aligns with company standards and customer expectations. The manager will lead teams in the implementation of the Best Bean Coffee Program, oversee inventory and refrigeration compliance, negotiate contracts with vendors and suppliers, and be responsible for identifying store-specific food service potentials. Effective leadership and an outgoing personality are crucial, as the role requires training team members, monitoring product quality, and maintaining strong communication channels with store and regional leadership.

This is a full-time operational leadership role where the selected candidate will serve as a key figure in promoting sales and innovations within the food service category. The manager must be Servsafe certified or willing to achieve certification within six months to ensure food safety standards are met. They will develop and implement market plans, uphold brand standards, and drive initiatives that expand the food service offerings by researching trends and competitive benchmarks. Collaboration is essential, working closely with district leaders, regional leaders, and team members to recommend and execute effective promotions and programs. Beyond day-to-day responsibilities, this leadership role involves strategic input at regional and corporate levels, ensuring alignment with the company's vision and growth objectives.

As a member of the Sprint Mart Leadership Team, the Food Service Category Manager will demonstrate honesty, dependability, excellent judgment, and a collective leadership style that emphasizes the 'big picture' vision. They are expected to maintain a clean and safe environment, enforce company policies, monitor compliance with legal requirements, and exhibit a positive, cooperative attitude. The role demands availability during scheduled shifts to assist with food service challenges and to act as a resource for all related inquiries.

In summary, this position offers an exciting opportunity for a motivational leader with strong communication and negotiation skills who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving retail environment. The manager’s efforts directly impact customer satisfaction, food safety, and the overall profitability of Sprint Mart’s food service operations, making this role essential to the company’s ongoing success and expansion.