Paid Management Internship

Position: Paid Operations Management Intern (Business/ Marketing Graduate) Location: Harker Heights & Fort Cavazos, TX Company: Not A Phase, LLC (One of the FIRST Franchise Operators of Roni's Mac Bar) About Us We're the folks bringing gooey, dreamy mac and cheese magic to Central Texas. With bustling spots in Harker Heights and Fort Cavazos, Not A Phase, LLC DBA Roni's Mac Bar is all about big flavors, bigger smiles, and a team that treats every day like it's mac day. If you live for cheesy goodness and love the thrill of the restaurant hustle, let's talk. What You'll Be Diving Into As our paid intern, you'll get elbow-deep in everything from ops to marketing for 10-12 weeks. Think of it like a mac-themed boot camp: you'll rotate through hands-on gigs in operations, marketing, finance, and HR. Nail this internship, and you'll be in the running for a full-time General Operations Manager gig; overseeing multiple locations and running the show. Your Daily Mac N' Cheese Mission Operational Shenanigans Tag along on opening/closing routines-think fresh ingredients, spotless counters, and happy guests Shadow district operators to learn scheduling sorcery, payroll wizardry, and P&L alchemy Pop into stores to check on quality, food-safety vibes, and overall "make 'em smile" factor Marketing Cheese Vibes Cook up local marketing ideas: social media sizzle, fun in-store promos, and community events that rock Crunch campaign numbers, whip up quick reports, and brag about wins (or learn from oops moments) Help coordinate loyalty perks, new menu teasers, and regional ad pushes that get people buzzing Team Hype & Leadership Sit in on team huddles, assist with hiring, and help new hires feel like mac-and-cheese royalty Brainstorm staff engagement ideas-think friendly contests, themed shifts, or random cheese giveaways Support HR in juggling shift swaps, performance shout-outs, and any "whoops, we need backup" moments Money Stuff & Paper Trails Help prep weekly sales snapshots, keep an eye on COGS (cost of goods sold), and analyze budget adventures Work with accounting to reconcile daily cash reports (no lost dimes or cheese crumbs allowed) Keep franchise compliance docs and local-regulation papers neat, tidy, and up-to-date Who You Are (aka Our Next Cheese Champion) Fresh Graduate (within 6 months) in Business, Marketing, Hospitality Management, or something close-ish. You've got a passion for restaurants-maybe you've worked a part-time shift slinging food, served tables, or just pored over foodie TikToks for fun. Bonus points if you You love data and can turn numbers into stories- whether it's sales trends or social-media likes You're a natural communicator-give you a crowd or a small group, and you'll hold their attention (bonus if you know cheesy puns.) Ultra organized, detail-obsessed, and able to juggle projects even when the lunch line is out the door You thrive in a fast-paced, "get-it-done" environment-no time for weak noods here Ready to rock a flexible schedule, including weekends, evenings, and the occasional holiday What's In It for You Stipend to Keep You Fueled: You'll get paid to learn (and taste test, of course) Cheesy Mentorship: Hands-on guidance from district bosses, store champs, and our corporate cheeseheads Fast-Track to Managerdom: Impress us, and you'll be in the running for a full-time General Operations Manager role with a sweet bonus structure Perks Post-Hire: Performance Bonus, PTO (sorry, no rollover-use it or lose it), and learning allowances for industry conferences or certifications Fun, Fun, Fun: Team-building events, community shindigs, and lots of chances to show off your cheese-loving spirit What We Need from You Resume: Highlights of your classes, internships, and any restaurant/hospitality hustle Cover Letter (500 words max): Tell us: Why you're smitten with restaurant life (bonus if mac and cheese is involved) A story about a time you led a team or rocked a high-energy project Your dreams and goals-where do you see yourself in the world of foodie ops? Unofficial Transcript: Proof of graduation status and your academic highlights References: Two people (professors, past bosses, or mentors) who can vouch for your work ethic, adaptability, and that "go-getter" spark Ready to Apply? Bundle everything (resume, cover letter, transcript, references) into one PDF or Word file. Email it to with the subject line: Mac Bar Intern Application - Your Name Get your application in by June 15, 2025-we're excited to meet you. If you make the cut, here's what's next: Stage 1: Quick 30-minute video chat with HR and our District Manager (bring your best cheese pun.) Stage 2: A 4-hour in-person "Cheese Challenge" at one of our locations-group activities, a one-on-one interview, and maybe a secret mac-tasting test Timeline (Because We Love a Good Schedule) Apps Open: May 31 - June 15, 2025 Video Chats: June 18 - June 22, 2025 In-Person Cheese Challenge: June 25 - June 27, 2025 Internship Kickoff: July 7, 2025 Internship Wrap-Up: Mid-September 2025 (10-12 weeks of cheesy fun) Full-Time GM Offer: Late September 2025 If you're ready to dive spoon-first into the mac and cheese world, learn the ropes of restaurant ops, and maybe snag a sweet managerial role, we want you on Team Roni's Mac Bar. Bring your energy, bring your passion, and let's make cheesy dreams come true.