General Manager Trainee

General Manager OpportunityMission Linen Supply is looking for accomplished Sales Managers, District Managers, Regional Managers, Operations Managers, or General Managers with 10+ years of management experience who want to bring their leadership skills into a new industry and build a long-term career.No industrial laundry experience is required. We're looking for proven leaders who know how to run a P&L, develop a team, and drive results, and who are ready to learn our business from the ground up through a structured, paid training program. This is not an entry-level position; it's designed for mid-career and senior managers with a track record of success elsewhere who want to step into a General Manager role.If you're looking for a stable industry with room to grow, not just a job but a career path, this program is built for that. Mission Linen Supply is a family-owned, privately held company and a leading provider of linen, uniform, and facility service products across five western states. Founded in 1930 and headquartered in Santa Barbara, CA, Mission has grown from a one-man operation into an industry leader, while remaining stable, essential, and steadily growing. Industrial laundry and linen services are a recession-resistant, essential industry. Hospitals, hotels, and restaurants need clean linens and uniforms regardless of the economy. That means real, ongoing opportunities for career advancement, not a static org chart.Base salary during training: $100,000–$110,000, depending on experience, education, and location. After training: your base salary grows based on the revenue of the location you lead.Medical, dental, and vision insuranceRetirement savings programPaid time off (sick, holiday, vacation)As a General Manager Trainee, you'll go through a 30-week structured training program designed to prepare experienced managers like you to run one of our locations. You are not expected to know our industry going in; that's what the program is for. Upon successful completion, you'll transition into a management position leading your own team and location.Relocation requirement: candidates must be willing to relocate to manage a location within their first three years in the program. Relocation is a required, ongoing expectation of this career path, not a one-time ask.Complete rotations through key departments so you (and we) can identify where your skills and interests best fit. Work alongside senior management, with regular progress reviews. Participate in company-sponsored management development workshops. Prepare to own P&L, KPIs (labor, inventory, operational costs), sales strategy, and team performance for a Mission location. Transition into General Manager and other key leadership roles across the company.10+ years of management experience (required)A proven track record building and executing sales strategies that grow revenue and profitabilityExperience owning Profit and Loss (P&L) accountability and monitoring Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in labor, inventory, and operational costsA history of improving efficiency, reducing costs, and expanding market shareStrong people leadership: hiring, developing, and managing team performanceA demonstrated focus on customer service and customer retentionWillingness to relocate for career advancement (required)College degree preferred; military experience valuedCuriosity, drive, and a genuine willingness to learn a new industry from the ground upReady to Build a New Career? If you're an experienced manager looking for a stable, growing industry where your leadership skills can open doors, apply today!