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Circle K

Restaurant Manager Trainee

Charleston, SC · On-site

$16 - $17.75/hr

RESTAURANT MANAGER TRAINEE JOB SUMMARY: This position is to prepare the candidate for the Restaurant Manager role. After a designated period of training, the Restaurant Manager Trainee (RMT) may be ...

Circle K

Restaurant Manager Trainee

North Charleston, SC · On-site

$16.25 - $18.25/hr

RESTAURANT MANAGER TRAINEE JOB SUMMARY: This position is to prepare the candidate for the Restaurant Manager role. After a designated period of training, the Restaurant Manager Trainee (RMT) may be ...

Aldi

Full-Time Store Manager Trainee

Summerville, SC · On-site

$103K/yr

ALDI is looking for passionate and driven individuals to join our Store Manager Trainee program. In this role, you will develop the skills and knowledge necessary to lead your own store, delivering ...

Arby's

Shift Manager Trainee

Mount Pleasant, SC · On-site

$16.25 - $18.25/hr

You will help the management team, ensuring that every shift operates smoothly. You'll also help team members through performance and training initiatives. Your ability to provide exceptional ...

Prime QSR

Shift Manager Trainee

Mount Pleasant, SC

$16.25 - $18.25/hr

You will help the management team, ensuring that every shift operates smoothly. You'll also help team members through performance and training initiatives. Your ability to provide exceptional ...

Arby's

Shift Manager Trainee

Mount Pleasant, SC · On-site

$16.25 - $18.25/hr

You will help the management team, ensuring that every shift operates smoothly. You'll also help team members through performance and training initiatives. Your ability to provide exceptional ...

Prime QSR

Shift Manager Trainee

Summerville, SC · On-site

$15.25 - $17/hr

You will help the management team, ensuring that every shift operates smoothly. You'll also help team members through performance and training initiatives. Your ability to provide exceptional ...

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How much do manager trainee jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for manager trainee in Mount Pleasant, SC is $41,542.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $31,500.00 and $48,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How to become a manager trainee?

To become a manager trainee, candidates typically need a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and demonstrate strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. Many companies require prior work experience or internships in the industry and may offer training programs or certifications to prepare for managerial roles.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a manager trainee, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Manager Trainee, you typically need a bachelor's degree in business or a related field, strong analytical abilities, and leadership potential. Familiarity with project management software, point-of-sale systems, and basic financial tools is often required. Exceptional communication, adaptability, and problem-solving skills help you stand out in this role. These skills are crucial for learning management responsibilities quickly and effectively contributing to team success and organizational goals.

What is the role of a manager trainee?

A manager trainee is an entry-level employee undergoing training to develop leadership, operational, and customer service skills necessary for managerial roles. They typically learn about company policies, team management, and business strategies through on-the-job experience and mentorship. The position prepares individuals for future management responsibilities within the organization.

What does a manager trainee do?

A manager trainee is an entry-level employee undergoing training to develop leadership and management skills. They typically learn about company operations, customer service, and team supervision, often through on-the-job training and mentorship programs. The role prepares individuals for future managerial positions by providing practical experience in a business environment.

What are some typical challenges manager trainees face during their training period, and how can they overcome them?

Manager Trainees often encounter challenges such as adapting to different management styles, quickly learning company procedures, and balancing hands-on tasks with leadership responsibilities. It can be overwhelming to absorb a large amount of information in a relatively short time. To overcome these challenges, trainees are encouraged to ask questions, seek feedback from mentors, and actively engage with team members across departments. Building strong communication skills and being open to constructive criticism can help trainees transition smoothly into management roles.

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Infographic showing various Manager Trainee job openings in Mount Pleasant, SC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,542 per year, or $20 per hour.

Restaurant Manager Trainee

Circle K

Charleston, SC • On-site

$16 - $17.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 17 hours ago

Circle K rating

4.9

Company rating: 4.9 out of 10

Based on 1,357 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

32nd of 47 rated convenience stores

Job description

Coastal Carolina BU - Region 0T - Market 04: 1968 Meeting St, Charleston, South Carolina 29405Shift AvailabilityFlexible Availability


Job Type

Full timeThe position includes, but is not limited to, the following essential job duties, responsibilities, and requirements:
RESTAURANT MANAGER TRAINEE JOB SUMMARY:

This position is to prepare the candidate for the Restaurant Manager role. After a designated period of training, the Restaurant Manager Trainee (RMT) may be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of a designated Company operated Restaurant for a period of no longer than 90 days. The RGMT may have partial or full responsibility for the business including people, operations, and financial metrics. This position reports directly to the Restaurant District Manager.

RESTAURANT MANAGER TRAINEE EXPECTATIONS:

  • Provides excellent guest service in a fast and friendly manner; coaches and corrects team members as necessary

  • Recruits, interviews, selects, hires, and completes onboarding for all positions

  • Maintains a clean restaurant environment by cleaning and performing general housekeeping duties. Delegates job responsibilities and shift duties and follows up to ensure completion

  • Establishes build to's and maintains the production management system

  • Directs team and ensures all food items are prepared and served in accordance with all Brand, Company, and health department regulations

  • Supervises and coaches team members to follow guidelines for food preparation and production management

  • Ensures team members are properly trained on Brand and Company standards on an ongoing basis

  • Cascades all relevant information and maintains communication board

  • Implements new Brand campaigns and conducts new product training

  • Ensures product quality, food safety, and operational standards are met

  • Monitors and ensures accuracy of all cash, sales, and inventory control records

  • Communicates as required with the district manager

  • Responsible for completing all daily, weekly, and period paperwork, inventory counts, cash counts, truck orders, schedules, and any other administrative duties as required

  • Guarantees a safe environment for team members and guests by following all government laws and safety codes, and reports facility issues to maintenance

  • Completes reports on all incidents following our 5-minute rule policy

  • Ownership for all financial and operational metrics, resulting in a profitable restaurant

  • Conducts team member check in's and provides positive feedback badges in Workday; uses recognition to reinforce positive behaviors and performance

  • Implements progressive discipline to address deficiencies in performance or failure to adhere to Company policies or regulatory requirements.

  • Lives our Company values: One Team, Do the Right Thing, Takes Ownership, Play to Win

RESTAURANT MANAGER TRAINEE BENEFITS:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Term Life and AD&D plans

  • Flexible spending and health savings accounts

  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

  • Vacation, Holiday, Personal, and Sick paid time off

  • Matching 401(k)

  • Tuition Reimbursement

  • Stock Purchase Plan

  • Employee Discount Program

  • Discount Meal Benefit

  • Wellness Plan

  • Mobile Phone Benefit (GM)

  • Wait periods may apply

RESTAURANT MANAGER TRAINEE QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Minimum of 1-2 years restaurant management experience preferred

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

  • Valid state Driver's License required

  • Serv Safe Manager certification preferred

  • Open availability required

  • Excellent communication skills

  • Motivates, coaches, and leads team members

  • Acts with integrity; keeps commitments

  • Contagious positive attitude

  • Conflict management skills

  • Exhibits a sense of urgency

  • Leads by example

  • Focuses on achieving results while having fun!

  • Team player who can work well with others or independently

  • Frequently bend, twist at waist, kneel, squat, stand, and walk

  • Occasionally climb and descend ladders

  • Tolerate extreme cold and hot temperatures and work in and around fryers, ovens, grills, coolers, freezers, sharp objects, and loud noises

  • Reach, grasp, and manipulate objects with hands for entire shift, including reaching for objects overhead

  • Push, pull, lift, and carry up to 10 lbs. frequently and up to 50+ lb. occasionally, including lifting from ground to overhead

Circle K will make reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations of an employee with a disability unless the accommodation is unreasonable or would pose an undue hardship.
RESTAURANT MANAGER TRAINEE, RESTAURANT OPERATIONS
This Job Description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed in this position and it is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all the duties, responsibilities, functions, and qualifications required of the position. The incumbent may be asked to perform other duties and will be evaluated, in part, on performance of the tasks listed in this job description. As with all positions, the responsibilities and duties of this position may change. The Company reserves the right to revise this Job Description at any time with or without notice. This Job Description does not constitute a contract for employment and either the incumbent or the Company may terminate employment at any time, for any reason, with or without notice.


Circle K is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The Company complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (the ADA) and all state and local disability laws.  Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the terms of the ADA and certain state or local laws as long as it does not impose an undue hardship on the Company. Please inform the Company's Human Resources Representative if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.

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Circle K Stores are owned by Alimentation Couche-Tard, the largest convenience store operator in Canada. We are recognized for our strong food service brands, Simply Great Coffee, and of course our icy cold, flavour abundant Frosters. Our innovative store design and merchandising is second to none.

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Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Tempe, AZ, US

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