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Wawa, Inc.

Food & Beverage Manager

Richmond, IN · On-site

$22.70 - $30.60/hr

As our Food & Beverage Manager (FBM) , you'll oversee all food and beverage operations, ensuring ... Recognize great performance and help Associates grow. * Maintain a clean, safe, and inviting food ...

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Food and Beverage Supervisor

Fort Wayne, IN · On-site

Our commitment to associates, guests, owners, and the communities we serve has helped make Pyramid and our properties among the most recognized in hospitality. From being named among the best places ...

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As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for food and beverage associate in Indiana is $15.56, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.70 and $15.58 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Food and Beverage Associates are professionals who work in restaurants, hotels, cafes, or other dining establishments to ensure a positive guest experience. Their responsibilities typically include greeting customers, taking orders, serving food and drinks, handling payments, and maintaining cleanliness in the dining area. They may also assist with setting up tables, replenishing supplies, and addressing customer inquiries or concerns. Strong communication and customer service skills are essential for this role. Food and Beverage Associates play a key part in delivering efficient and friendly service to guests.

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Food and Beverage Associates often encounter challenges such as managing high customer volumes during peak hours, handling special requests, and coordinating with kitchen staff to ensure timely service. Effective communication and teamwork are essential to address these challenges, as is maintaining a calm and friendly demeanor under pressure. Many employers provide training on customer service and time management, which helps associates stay organized and deliver a positive dining experience. Proactively asking for feedback and seeking support from supervisors can also help associates overcome daily hurdles and grow in their roles.

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To thrive as a Food and Beverage Associate, you need strong customer service skills, basic food safety knowledge, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems and, in some cases, food handling certifications are typically required. Excellent communication, teamwork, and attention to detail set top candidates apart in this role. These skills ensure efficient service, customer satisfaction, and compliance with health regulations in fast-paced hospitality environments.

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Food & Beverage Manager

Wawa, Inc.

Richmond, IN • On-site

$22.70 - $30.60/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 27 days ago

Wawa rating

6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 1,128 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

9th of 47 rated convenience stores

Job description

As our Food & Beverage Manager (FBM), you'll oversee all food and beverage operations, ensuring everything runs efficiently and consistently. You'll work alongside the General Manager and Assistant General Manager to oversee daily operations, with a primary focus on delivering a fresh, efficient, and customer-focused experience-every single day.
What You'll Do:
  • Take ownership of our food and beverage programs-fresh food, grab-and-go meals, beverages, catering, and more.

  • Drive food service sales and hit performance goals with a focus on quality and consistency. Monitor trends and work with peers to create action plans to optimize results.

  • Become the in-store expert on food programs, promotions, and marketing initiatives.

  • Own and deliver training for Customer Service Associates to build proficiency and motivate them to provide outstanding customer service.

  • Support hiring, scheduling, training, and team development. Recognize great performance and help Associates grow.

  • Maintain a clean, safe, and inviting food service area that meets all health and safety standards.

  • Oversee inventory, ordering, and equipment upkeep to support smooth and efficient operations.

Benefits:
  • We are committed to offering inclusive, meaningful benefits and rewards that support our Associates financially, physically, and emotionally. At Wawa, extensive benefits are available to Wawa Associates. These include medical, dental, vision and mental health benefits, ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan), 401(k) + matching, Education Assistance Program, store discounts, paid time off, paid parental leave and access to additional benefit and wellness programs.

  • Eligibility for Wawa Benefits is defined under the terms of the plan(s)

Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent

  • Flexible availability to work various shifts, including weekends, and holidays, to meet business needs

  • Strong leadership experience, ideally in food service or retail environments is a plus

  • Excellent communication, organization, and customer service skills.

  • Ability to multitask, make decisions, and drive change in a fast-paced environment.

  • Skilled in problem solving to drive results, boost sales, and streamline operations.

The hourly range for this position is $22.70 - $30.60 and is commensurate with position, experience, and location. Associates in this position are eligible for monthly bonus incentives.
Wawa will provide reasonable accommodation to complete an application upon request, consistent with applicable law. If you require an accommodation, please contact our Associate Service Center at asc@wawa.com.
Wawa, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Wawa maintains a work environment in which Associates are treated fairly and with respect and in which discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated. In accordance with federal, state and local laws, we recruit, hire, promote and evaluate all applicants and Associates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, familial status, marital status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Unlawful discrimination will not be a factor in any employment decision.

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