Team Lead

Job Description: Are you ready to step into a leadership role that makes a real difference? At RaceTrac, our Team Leads are vital in creating an engaging and successful store atmosphere. If you are a hands-on leader who thrives in dynamic environments and enjoys empowering your colleagues, this is your chance to shine! You will play a significant role in optimizing store operations, boosting performance, and nurturing future leaders during every shift. What’s In It for You? Competitive compensation and incentives based on your shifts. Career advancement opportunities—many of our upper management started as Team Leads! Comprehensive hands-on training and development to sharpen your leadership skills. Flexible scheduling to help you achieve a solid work-life balance. A vibrant, people-focused work environment where your leadership is key. Extensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401(K), paid time off (PTO), and more! What You'll Do: Lead a Winning Team: Inspire a positive, can-do attitude within your team. Guide your colleagues in areas like food service, stocking, cleaning, and cash handling. Provide real-time coaching, offering constructive feedback throughout each shift. Address guest concerns with empathy and professionalism, escalating when necessary. Drive Operational Excellence: Train and direct your team to uphold our guest service, food safety, and cleanliness standards. Oversee inventory management, vendor check-in, and promotional communications. Ensure smooth execution of key processes like write-offs, cash wrap, and compliance documentation. Facilitate effective communication during shift changes to keep the team aligned. Model Communication & Accountability: Effectively communicate essential updates from leadership to your team. Monitor task completion and provide immediate, constructive feedback to ensure results. Promote a culture of accountability, respect, and collaboration. Lead by example, especially during busy times or challenges, showcasing outstanding leadership. What We're Looking For: 2 - 3 years of experience in retail, restaurant, or food service industries preferred. 1+ years of supervisory experience preferred. Comfortable in fast-paced, high-volume environments focused on guest satisfaction. Ability to follow through on tasks and guide others in completing them. Strong communication and teamwork skills. Must Haves for this Role: High School Diploma or GED (completed or in progress). Able to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform physical tasks without frequent breaks. Willing to acquire and maintain necessary permits (food handlers, alcohol server, etc.). Fueled by Growth, Driven by You: At RaceTrac, our team is the foundation of our success. Whether working in a store, at our corporate office, or in the field, you'll be part of a team that thrives on energy, innovation, and a commitment to service. We support one another, celebrate achievements both big and small, and foster growth opportunities at every level. With four operational divisions—RaceTrac, RaceWay, Energy Dispatch, and Gulf—there’s always a new challenge to tackle and a new path to explore. Join us and see how far your career can take you! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RaceTrac without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

Created: 2026-03-07