General Manager - Trainee

Mission Linen Supply is a family-owned, privately held company and a leading provider of linen, uniform, and facility service products across five western states. Founded in 1930 and headquartered in Santa Barbara, CA, Mission has grown from a one-man operation into an industry leader while remaining stable, essential, and steadily growing. Industrial laundry and linen services are a recession-resistant, essential industry serving hospitals, hotels, and restaurants that need clean linens and uniforms regardless of the economy.

About the role

As a General Manager Trainee, you'll go through a 30-week structured training program designed to prepare experienced managers to run one of our locations. The program includes:

• Rotations through key departments to identify where your skills and interests best fit
• Ongoing support from senior management with regular progress reviews
• Company-sponsored management development workshops
• A clear track into General Manager and other key leadership roles across the company

Upon successful completion, you'll transition into a management position leading your own team and location.

Responsibilities

• Build and execute sales strategies that grow revenue and profitability
• Own Profit and Loss (P&L) accountability and monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in labor, inventory, and operational costs
• Improve efficiency, reduce costs, and expand market share
• Lead, hire, develop, and manage team performance
• Focus on customer service and customer retention

Requirements

• 10+ years of management experience (required)
• Proven track record in sales strategy execution and revenue growth
• Experience with P&L accountability and KPI monitoring
• Strong people leadership skills
• Willingness to relocate for career advancement within the first three years

College degree preferred; military experience valued. Industry experience is not required or expected.

Qualifications

• Curiosity, drive, and a genuine willingness to learn a new industry from the ground up
• Leadership ability, sales/operations experience, and a strong customer focus

Pay

• Base salary during training: $80,000-$100,000, depending on experience, education, and location
• After training, base salary grows based on the revenue of the location you lead

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement savings program
• Paid time off (sick, holiday, vacation)

Relocation

Candidates must be willing to relocate to manage a location within their first three years in the program. Relocation is a required, ongoing expectation of this career path.