Assistant Restaurant Manager

JOB SUMMARY AND SCOPE

Assistant Restaurant Manager has ultimate accountability for the successful operation, growth and prosperity of an assigned National Franchised Restaurant. He/she provides leadership and direction to ensure the restaurant operates in accordance with all established policies, procedures, standards, Company values, and applicable federal, state and local laws. The General Manager maximizes sales and profitability through the execution of systems and processes that result in superior quality, service and cleanliness.

He/she recruits, hires, trains, coaches, develops and retains a best‑in‑class team of professional Associates capable of delivering the National Franchise Brand to consumers.

Manages his/her assigned restaurant to defined levels of operations excellence in accordance with all established Company policies, procedures and standards (as outlined in the Operations Manual and Administrative Policies and Procedures Manual), Company values and applicable federal, state and local laws.

Assesses the current performance and future potential of his/her business and identifies trends / issues that impede performance before recommending and initiating corrective actions to resolve.

Employs approved operational and administrative business processes, tools and systems to maximize sales and profit performance and deliver desired results.

Seeks to build in-house and off‑premise sales using approved marketing programs and tools including POP, reader board, LRM, catering and fundraising.

Develops, implements and executes short‑and long‑term business plans and budgets that promote strategic sales and profit growth. Assesses local and regional trade area and market conditions and reacts quickly and appropriately to gain or maintain competitive advantage and build brand equity and awareness.

Recruits, hires, trains, coaches, develops and retains a best‑in‑class team of professional Associates capable of delivering the Brand to consumers.

Develops management succession and bench strength utilizing the Company's internal development processes and systems to ensure operational standards, team performance and corresponding financial goals and needs of the organization are met.

Routinely evaluates all aspects of his/her business and consults with his/her Area Supervisor and appropriate Support Center resources to ensure necessary resources are brought to bear against issues and/or opportunities affecting the business.

Maximizes restaurant profitability by instituting, maintaining, utilizing and enforcing effective management practices, policies, controls, tools and systems that enhance efficiency and productivity, minimize waste and loss, and promote a safe, secure work environment for Associates and Guests alike.

Maintains the physical facility, grounds and equipment in accordance with Company standards through implementation of scheduled preventative maintenance and timely general upkeep and repairs. Ensures all equipment, tools and resources needed to meet or exceed desired results are readily available at all times.

Administers all aspects of the business with impeccable integrity. Ensures all Team Members are aware of, understand, share and practice the Company's values and operating philosophies through role modeling and ongoing education. Enforces and complies with all federal, state and local laws governing the employer‑employee relationship, including but not limited to those pertaining to employment, harassment /discrimination, wage and hour, breaks, disabilities, termination of employment, workers compensation, unemployment compensation, etc.

Builds professional business relationships and partnerships within the community and parlays such relationships into mutually beneficial business opportunities. Participates in community affairs that build brand awareness and reflect favorably on the Company as a corporate neighbor and citizen.

Conducts a variety of administrative duties that enhance restaurant and organizational planning, forecasting, scheduling, budgeting and analysis. Leverages technology effectively to enhance business results.

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