Retail Manager - Denali Park Village

Job Description

Summer days are nearly endless in Alaska! Denali Park Village is a highly rated resort located just outside Denali National Park & Preserve nestled on the banks of the Nenana River, just minutes from the park entrance. Open May to September, our guests enjoy comfortable rooms, excellent dining, and live entertainment.

6.2 million acres of Denali National Park & Preserve is home to Mount Denali, the highest point in North America. The park welcomes over half a million visitors per year. By road, the area is 5 hours from Anchorage and 2 hours from Fairbanks. Buses traverse the 90-mile road daily throughout the warm summer months, allowing people to hike, view wildlife, climb, and camp.

The Retail Manager is responsible for operations of assigned retail location. The Retail Manager must ensure efficient operations of their store in line with Aramark’s policies, procedures, and client contract. The Manager coordinates the store’s guest services so that staff members and guests experience a positive impression of the facility. Responsibility for overall store merchandising, product inventory, purchasing, and other needs to fulfill operations. 

Experience the Endless Summer of Alaska at Denali Park Village Hotel! 

Summer days in Alaska stretch nearly endlessly, with up to 20 hours of daylight on the Summer Solstice. Spanning 6.2 million acres, Denali National Park & Preserve is home to Denali, the highest peak in North America, and attracts over half a million visitors annually. Conveniently accessible by road—4.5 hours from Anchorage and 2 hours from Fairbanks—this breathtaking area offers daily bus services along the park road throughout the warm summer months, providing opportunities for hiking, wildlife viewing, climbing, and camping. 

Located just 7 miles south of the entrance to Denali National Park, the Denali Park Village Hotel operates from May to September. Our guests enjoy comfortable accommodations, exceptional dining options, and live entertainment in a stunning natural setting. 

Position Details: This exciting seasonal role is available Now through Mid September. We offer competitive wages, comfortable on-site housing, and a variety of fun activities to keep your summer vibrant. Stay active in our on-site gym and enjoy an inclusive meal plan for just $8 a day.  

Join us for an unforgettable adventure in an extraordinary setting! 

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for many of the non-selling aspects of the retail operation including inventory management, warehouse management, receiving, ticketing and distribution 

• Work with HR department to hire staff, ensure accurate staffing for events or store, and stay within payroll budget 

• Ensure development and training of customer service programs and product knowledge 

• Ensure accurate procedures for opening and closing the store, including accountability of cash and credit cards, and security requirements 

• Address and resolve any customer issues 

• Verify accountability report of financial transactions to include sales and transfers of merchandise to and from the stores 

• Periodically check and verify the accurate ticketing of merchandise 

• Lead periodic physical inventories as well as potential count discrepancies 

• Maintain effective client and customer rapport for mutually helpful business relationships 

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice. 

Qualifications

• Requires 2-4 years of experience or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills acquired 

• Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in business or another related field 

• Familiar with Microsoft Office and Point of Sales systems 

• Ability to work a flexible, event-based schedule that includes some evenings and weekends 

• Strong organizational skills 

• Profit and loss (P&L) accountability and /or contract -managed service experience preferred 

• Ability to demonstrate excellent customer service using Aramark's standard service mode 

Education

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