Woodbridge,NJ,USA Airline Opening | Hiring

Applegreen USA operates over 80 travel plazas across the Northeast and Midwest that offer a comprehensive range of services and amenities designed to refresh travelers on their journey. These travel plazas are more than just rest stops; they provide convenience, comfort, retail options, and an extensive variety of popular food establishments, including renowned brands like Auntie Anne's, Burger King, Chick-fil-A, Cinnabon, Dunkin Donuts, Panda Express, Panera, Popeyes, Pret, Shake Shack, and Starbucks, among others. With a focus on quality service and a diverse food selection, Applegreen USA positions itself as a leading provider of traveler amenities and ensures that customers have a pleasant and revitalizing experience while on the road. The Assistant Plaza Director role at Applegreen is a key leadership position responsible for supporting the Plaza Director in managing the overall day-to-day operations and profitability of a multi-million-dollar travel plaza located along a major highway. This employment opportunity is geared towards candidates who possess strong leadership capabilities and a passion for delivering exceptional customer service. The role demands a hands-on approach to managing a diverse team of associates and managers, aiming to meet and exceed financial, operational, and customer satisfaction goals. The Assistant Plaza Director must ensure that all food and beverage concepts within the plaza adhere to brand standards and compliance with safety and quality protocols. This position offers a dynamic work environment where flexibility and initiative are highly valued. The successful candidate will be expected to lead the plaza in the absence of the Plaza Director, making critical decisions, managing staffing levels, and fostering a culture of continuous learning and accountability. Collaboration with various departments including Human Resources, Loss Prevention, Finance, and Facilities & Maintenance is integral to the role. Alongside day-to-day responsibilities, the Assistant Plaza Director will engage in recruitment, staff development, and ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and company policies. Working at Applegreen comes with a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible schedules, medical/dental/vision insurance, paid time off, 401(k) with company match, earned wage access (pay on demand), education assistance, employee referral bonuses, meal discounts, and pet insurance. This reflects Applegreen's commitment to valuing and developing its people, emphasizing a supportive work culture based on its core values of customer focus, passion, pace, and embracing change. In summary, the Assistant Plaza Director role at Applegreen is ideal for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy leading teams, and are committed to delivering exceptional traveler experiences. It offers a stable yet challenging career path with significant opportunities for professional growth within a respected and growing company in the travel plaza industry.

• High school diploma or general education development (GED) equivalent
• 3+ years of proven success in restaurant or retail leadership
• available to work a flexible on-site schedule approximately 50 hours per week including days, nights, weekends, and holidays
• maintain regular and consistent attendance and punctuality, with or without reasonable accommodation
• able to stand and walk for an extended period of time
• frequently bend, twist, lift and carry at least 20 pounds
• occasionally attend meetings or travel to support other locations