Operations Leadership Trainee Program

About the Role

An entry-level position into salaried leadership that provides the structure, time, and guidance to learn the various aspects of a WebstaurantStore distribution center and the expectations of our leadership team. The Operations Leadership Trainee must be flexible regarding schedules and available to work any shift to fill leadership gaps or rotate through departments and shifts. The goal is to complete the training program and be placed in a permanent leadership position within the facility.

Responsibilities

• Support the management of day-to-day decisions of the assigned department/shift regarding performance, process, and leadership.
• Learn and understand the process of each department/shift, make connections between departments, and identify areas of improvement.
• Actively engage in leadership discussions and apply WebstaurantStore leadership principles to daily work.
• Monitor daily, weekly, and monthly metrics for assigned departments; identify and resolve operating issues, including support of corrective actions and progressive discipline.
• Interact with employees regularly to promote engagement and ensure all safety regulations are followed.

Physical Requirements

• Work is performed while standing and/or walking, up to and including 12 hours/day.
• Requires effective communication using speech, vision, and hearing.
• Requires regular use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations.
• Requires regular bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, and reaching.
• Requires the ability to regularly lift, carry, push, or pull medium weights, up to 75 lbs.

Experience

2 years of relevant experience in management preferred but not required. Experience working in a distribution environment is also preferred.

Education

This role does not require a degree. Relevant skills, experience, and alignment with core values are prioritized.

Skills

• Proficiency with MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to explain technical and complex concepts clearly.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing business needs with diplomacy and emotional intelligence.
• Customer service-oriented attitude with a desire to exceed expectations.
• Service leadership approach with a demonstrated desire to exceed expectations.
• Business proficiency in reading, writing, and communicating in English.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental coverage
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Dependent Care FSA
• 401(k) matching
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness incentives
• Company discounts
• AT&T & Verizon discounts
• Bonus opportunities
• Accident insurance
• Critical illness insurance
• Adoption assistance (available at HQ locations only)
• On-site fitness centers
• Dog-friendly offices