Food Truck Manager
Royal Cheesecake & Varieties is looking for someone who can take the lead on one of our food trucks and stay involved in the day-to-day work. This is a hands-on role. You’ll help manage the team, drive the truck, prepare for service, work events, keep inventory organized, and step in wherever help is needed.
Job Details
Location: Raleigh, NC – Mobile / Food Truck Based
Job Type: Part-Time
Hours: 25–30 hours per week
Schedule: Day and evening shifts with flexibility required
Pay: $28,800 per year
Reports To: Owner / Operations Manager
What You’ll Do
Run Daily Food Truck Operations
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Open and close the food truck.
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Make sure the truck is clean and ready for service.
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Check equipment before each shift.
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Drive the truck to scheduled locations and events.
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Help with food preparation and service when needed.
Lead the Team
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Build staff schedules and assign shifts.
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Train new team members.
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Teach staff how the menu, service, and daily operations work.
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Help the team stay organized during busy service periods.
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Address performance issues when needed.
Take Care of Customers
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Help create a welcoming experience at the truck.
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Answer customer questions.
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Handle feedback and concerns.
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Step in during service when the team needs support.
Manage Inventory and Payments
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Keep an eye on inventory levels.
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Let the owner know when supplies are needed.
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Use the Square POS system.
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Handle cash correctly.
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Complete daily payment reconciliation.
Keep the Truck Safe and Ready
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Follow food safety and sanitation rules.
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Maintain food-handler requirements.
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Make sure cleanliness and hygiene standards are followed.
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Help keep the mobile kitchen ready for service.
Help With Events and Marketing
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Work with the owner on event schedules and logistics.
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Help prepare the truck for festivals, markets, and community events.
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Support social media, specials, and other food truck promotions when needed.
What We’re Looking For
You should be comfortable leading people while also being willing to jump into the work yourself.
Required and Preferred Qualifications
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Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
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At least 1 year of food truck experience.
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Strong leadership and team management skills.
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Good communication and customer service skills.
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Good personal hygiene.
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Familiarity with Square POS and basic financial tracking.
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Food handler certification or the ability to obtain one.
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Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
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Comfortable working inside a mobile kitchen.
Pay & Benefits
$28,800 Per Year
This is a part-time position with up to 30 hours per week and bi-weekly pay.
Benefits and perks listed for the role include:
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Flexible scheduling
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Paid training
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10% of food truck tips
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Company uniforms
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Business coaching
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Vision package
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Health package
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Holiday bonus
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Free dessert during each workday
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Food provided
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Free meals from partner food trucks when available
Ready to Apply?
Send your resume along with a short message telling us why you’re interested in the Food Truck Manager position.
Email applications can be sent anytime. We’ll review your information and follow up with you.