Store Manager In Training DOD Skill Bridge

Department of Defense Skill Bridge Opportunity

Store Manager in Training (Leadership & Operations)

Full-Time | Skill Bridge Internship → Career Pathway

Retail & Food Service Leadership

Coen Markets , a trusted regional convenience and food service company since 1923, is proud to support the DoD Skill Bridge Program by offering transitioning service members a hands-on Store Manager in Training opportunity. This program is designed to bridge military leadership experience into a civilian management career through structured training, mentorship, and real-world operational responsibility.

This role prepares participants to step into a Store Manager position by developing core competencies in leadership, operations, logistics, financial management, and team development.

What You'll Do (Skill Bridge Training Focus)

* Receive structured, on-the-job leadership training in retail and food service operations

* Learn end-to-end store management, including staffing, scheduling, and daily operations

* Lead and motivate diverse teams in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment

* Drive performance through sales growth, cost control, and operational efficiency

* Ensure safety, compliance, and execution of company policies and procedures

* Manage inventory, cash controls, and basic financial performance metrics

* Deliver exceptional customer service while maintaining a clean, well-organized facility

* Apply military leadership principles to civilian team development and accountability

Ideal Skill Bridge Candidates

* Active-duty service members approved (or eligible) for the DoD Skill Bridge Program

* Background in leadership, operations, logistics, supply, or supervision

* Experience managing people, processes, or equipment in high-accountability environments

* Strong communication, adaptability, and problem-solving skills

* Comfortable working variable schedules, including weekends and holidays

* Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Prior retail or food service experience is helpful but not required - leadership and accountability matter most.