Assistant Area Manager - Chick-Fil-A

Hersheypark Entertainment Complex
Hershey, PA 17033, USA

Hersheypark amusement park spans 121-acres, and welcomes guests to experience Hersheypark Happy all year long! As the largest amusement park in Pennsylvania, Hersheypark is home to more than 70 rides including 15 coasters and 20+ kiddie rides, as well as a zoo, and an entire water park.

This position is responsible for the operational and managerial duties of Chick-fil-A across the Hersheypark Entertainment Complex, as well as assisting the Concessions Area Manager with any additional needs. This position will lead an operating staff of over 50 team members while monitoring financial performance, ensuring sweet service for our guests, and adhering to federal and state compliance regulations for food safety.

As a Full-Time Team Member, you will enjoy sweet perks like FREE admission to Hersheypark, discounts, and more as soon as you receive your Employee ! Your total compensation consists not only of the wage that you are paid, but also includes Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage beginning the first day of the next month after you begin working, 401K Contribution, paid time off, and so much more!

Job Duties (Duties marked with an asterisk are essential functions of this job):

Supervise and facilitate concessions operations at assigned outlets. Identify potential issues relating to food safety, customer service, staffing, wait times, and more. Resolve issues through allocating staffing and resources in order to prevent problems from growing and spreading.*

Identify training opportunities and make recommendations to F&B management and training teams in order to improve employee performance and engagement.*

Monitor employee work and provide on the spot training, coaching, leadership, and instruction to F&B team members. Consistently model and demonstrate proper attitude and behavior to team members. Ensure that the team is properly coached on how to do their job.*

Provide formal leadership to a large team through effective direction, support, development, coaching, and evaluation. As needed, discipline employees while following all company protocols and disciplinary action plans, up to and including termination.*

Monitor financial results for area(s) of responsibility and take corrective action as necessary. Review labor and other expenses to identify potential issues. Control expenses through effective staffing, waste monitoring, and resource management.*

Understand menu offerings, presentations, and brand standards for Chick-fil-A. Be an expert on all areas of food service within the assigned area in order to demonstrate and coach employees to uphold company and brand standards. As needed, fill in to assist with food preparation and service.*

Respond to and resolve customer complaints and issues. Ensure proper resolution in line with guest experience standards.*

Evaluate food and beverage mix, monitor guest satisfaction and trends, adjust and implement operating standards that support the Hersheypark vision and mission. Make recommendations to improve product offerings.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Minimum of 1 years of related experience.

Industry Experience
- Food & Beverage

Minimum of 1 year supervisory experience.

18 years of age or older

Post-Employment
- Ramp Certification, Serv Safe Manager, Certified Chick-fil-A Team Leadership Training

Must have a valid Drivers' License

Completion of high school or GED

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Effective communication, connection, and employee relations skills

Must be friendly, upbeat, and work well with other employees and be able to interact with guests

Experience working in fast paced food and beverage environment

Familiarity with monitoring financial information including financial performance and revenue/expense management

Must have the ability to safeguard confidential information

Must be self-motivated to complete tasks and be able to multitask while prioritizing job tasks and assignments

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:

Reaching Forward Frequent (34-66%)

Climbing Stairs Occasional (