Seasonal Assistant Retail Manager - Denali National Park

Job Description

Seeking a candidate to start employment for the season from April to September 2024. Subsidized private housing + food accommodations available.

About Denali National Park:​

Doyon/Aramark Joint Venture is the Denali National Park Concessionaire. Open May to September, our guests come to take in the majesty of Mount Denali, the highest point in North America. Our operation manages the transportation, retail, guest service and food and beverage concessions with our client; Park Service. 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.

There are three retail outlets we manage in Denali National Park: The Riley Creek Mercantile, Denali Bus Depot and Dog Store. This position will base out of Riley Creek Mercantile

 

The Assistant Retail Manager is responsible for operations of assigned retail location. The Assistant 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. 

 

Job Responsibilities

• Reports to and supports the Retail Manager

• Assist with 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 

• Employee is responsible for knowing the environmental aspects and associated impacts of their job position.  Job specific Environmental Aspects and Impacts will be communicated by Dept. Managers during EMS training

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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The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food, facilities, and uniform services in 19 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at