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Trainee Food Basics Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Shift Manager

Eden, NC · On-site

$12.75 - $16/hr

Our manager trainees learn the basics of restaurant management , becoming familiar with all aspects ... Experience in fast food or quick service industry preferred, not required * Ability to multi-task

Shift Manager

West Jefferson, NC · On-site

$13.50 - $17/hr

Our manager trainees learn the basics of restaurant management , becoming familiar with all aspects ... Experience in fast food or quick service industry preferred, not required * Ability to multi-task

Shift Manager

Lexington, SC · On-site

$12.75 - $16.25/hr

Our manager trainees learn the basics of restaurant management , becoming familiar with all aspects ... Experience in fast food or quick service industry preferred, not required * Ability to multi-task

Shift Manager

Simpsonville, SC · On-site

$13.50 - $17/hr

Our manager trainees learn the basics of restaurant management , becoming familiar with all aspects ... Experience in fast food or quick service industry preferred, not required * Ability to multi-task

Shift Manager

Conover, NC · On-site

$13.75 - $17.50/hr

Our manager trainees learn the basics of restaurant management , becoming familiar with all aspects ... Experience in fast food or quick service industry preferred, not required * Ability to multi-task

Shift Manager

Greenville, SC · On-site

$14 - $17.75/hr

Our manager trainees learn the basics of restaurant management , becoming familiar with all aspects ... Experience in fast food or quick service industry preferred, not required * Ability to multi-task

Shift Manager

Mooresville, NC · On-site

$13.25 - $16.75/hr

Our manager trainees learn the basics of restaurant management , becoming familiar with all aspects ... Experience in fast food or quick service industry preferred, not required * Ability to multi-task

Shift Manager

Greenwood, SC · On-site

$14.25 - $18/hr

Our manager trainees learn the basics of restaurant management , becoming familiar with all aspects ... Experience in fast food or quick service industry preferred, not required * Ability to multi-task

Shift Manager

Columbia, SC · On-site

$12.25 - $15.50/hr

Our manager trainees learn the basics of restaurant management , becoming familiar with all aspects ... Experience in fast food or quick service industry preferred, not required * Ability to multi-task

Shift Manager

Kings Mountain, NC · On-site

$14.50 - $18.25/hr

Our manager trainees learn the basics of restaurant management , becoming familiar with all aspects ... Experience in fast food or quick service industry preferred, not required * Ability to multi-task

Shift Manager

Irmo, SC

$12.25 - $15.50/hr

Our manager trainees learn the basics of restaurant management , becoming familiar with all aspects ... Experience in fast food or quick service industry preferred, not required * Ability to multi-task

Shift Manager

Anderson, SC · On-site

$13 - $16.50/hr

Our manager trainees learn the basics of restaurant management , becoming familiar with all aspects ... Experience in fast food or quick service industry preferred, not required * Ability to multi-task

Shift Manager

Wilkesboro, NC · On-site

$13.75 - $17.25/hr

Our manager trainees learn the basics of restaurant management , becoming familiar with all aspects ... Experience in fast food or quick service industry preferred, not required * Ability to multi-task

Shift Manager

Hendersonville, NC · On-site

$13.50 - $17/hr

Our manager trainees learn the basics of restaurant management , becoming familiar with all aspects ... Experience in fast food or quick service industry preferred, not required * Ability to multi-task

Shift Manager

Columbia, SC · On-site

$12.25 - $15.50/hr

Our manager trainees learn the basics of restaurant management , becoming familiar with all aspects ... Experience in fast food or quick service industry preferred, not required * Ability to multi-task

Shift Manager

Concord, NC · On-site

$14 - $17.75/hr

Our manager trainees learn the basics of restaurant management , becoming familiar with all aspects ... Experience in fast food or quick service industry preferred, not required * Ability to multi-task

Shift Manager

Henderson, NC · On-site

$14 - $17.75/hr

Our manager trainees learn the basics of restaurant management , becoming familiar with all aspects ... Experience in fast food or quick service industry preferred, not required * Ability to multi-task

Shift Manager

Asheville, NC · On-site

$14.25 - $18/hr

Our manager trainees learn the basics of restaurant management , becoming familiar with all aspects ... Experience in fast food or quick service industry preferred, not required * Ability to multi-task

Shift Manager

Hickory, NC · On-site

$13.50 - $17/hr

Our manager trainees learn the basics of restaurant management , becoming familiar with all aspects ... Experience in fast food or quick service industry preferred, not required * Ability to multi-task

Shift Manager

Travelers Rest, SC · On-site

$14.25 - $18/hr

Our manager trainees learn the basics of restaurant management , becoming familiar with all aspects ... Experience in fast food or quick service industry preferred, not required * Ability to multi-task

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Shift Manager

Wendy's

Eden, NC • On-site

$12.75 - $16/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 12 days ago


Wendy's rating

4.7

Company rating: 4.7 out of 10

Based on 2,277 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

77th of 103 rated fast food restaurants


Job description

Why Wendy's
Tar Heel Capital, a franchise of Wendy's, began operation in 1977. Since then, we have grown to 89 stores in North and South Carolina and Georgia.
If you are looking for an exciting career in restaurant management and would like that career with a growing and stable company, then come join our team and begin at the trainee level, where new managers go through an extensive 10-12 week training course combining classroom instruction with hands-on learning in actual restaurants. Our manager trainees learn the basics of restaurant management , becoming familiar with all aspects of the business.
Experienced Managers preferred, but not required.
Special consideration given to candidates with prior Wendy's experience.
We offer FULL and PART TIME SHIFT MANAGER POSITIONS
What you can expect
Tar Heel Capital believes the manager of a well run restaurant is a well paid manager. When the base pay is joined with a bonus incentive, the compensation package at Wendy's is well worth the effort. We believe in rewarding our managers with top pay for top performance. Tar Heel Capital realizes compensation is only one part of the total package. We are looking for extraordinary management people, so we offer extraordinary benefits to go with the program:
  • Competitive salary
  • Monthly Bonus Program
  • Excellent advancement opportunities
  • Health/dental/vision/life benefits Company matching 401(k)
  • Free meals
  • Free uniforms
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Adoption assistance programs

What we expect from you
Our customers are passionate about Wendy's. That's why Wendy's employees still embrace the simple effective principles Dave Thomas followed when he opened his first Wendy's restaurant: SERVE HOT FRESH HAMBURGERS THAT ARE MADE TO ORDER WITH A CHOICE OF TOPPINGS AND TREAT EACH CUSTOMER AS A SPECIAL GUEST.
REQUIREMENTS The ideal candidate for our Restaurant Management positions will meet the following requirements:
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Experience in fast food or quick service industry preferred, not required
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Work in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent team management skills
  • Good communication skills.

Wendy's is an equal employment opportunity employer who may provide reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
This job opportunity is with one of our many franchisees. Independently owned and operated, Wendy's franchise organizations determine their own compensation, benefits and career programs which may vary from company-owned locations.
Visit http://www.tarheelcapital.com to apply

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About Wendy's

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Wendy's is an internationally recognized fast-food chain headquartered in Dublin, Ohio, US. Falling under the industry of food services, the company began its journey in 1969 and was founded by Dave Thomas, who named the restaurant after his fourth daughter Wendy. The core offerings of Wendy's include a variety of quality-made, signature items such as ‘old-fashioned hamburgers’, ‘frosty desserts’, chicken sandwiches, salads, and breakfast menu among others. Continually striving for the best, the company's mission is to deliver superior quality products and services for their customers and communities through leadership, innovation, and partnerships. Wendy's has marked many achievements over the years, one of their notable accomplishments includes becoming the third-largest burger fast-food chain in the world proving their popularity among the masses.

Industry

Food services and drinking places

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Dublin, OH, US

Year founded

1969