Retail Manager - Denali National Park / Doyon Joint Venture

Job Description

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. 

About Denali National Park & Preserve and Doyon/Aramark Joint Venture:​

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.

Doyon Limited and Aramark have teamed up in a Joint Venture as the Denali National Park & Preserve's Concessionaire. Open May to September, our operation manages the transportation, retail, guest service and food and beverage concessions with our client; The National Park Service. By road, Our 100 Blue Bird Bus Fleet takes guests past the 15 mile public access point daily during summer months, allowing people to hike, view wildlife, climb, and camp where few people have set foot.
 

This is a seasonal role with ideal dates of April 24 - September 24, 2025.

We offer competitive wages, sick pay, on-site housing and meal plan ($7.50/day all inclusive!) & local discounts! 
 

Employees are 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.

Job Responsibilities

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

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

•  Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines at all times.

• 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

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 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 http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.