District Manager

District Manager

Large, fast-growing casual dining franchisee is seeking an experienced multi-unit District Manager to oversee locations in the Akron, Oh area. We are searching for dedicated and talented people to join our management team. The principal role of a District Manager is to support the long-term development of your Restaurant Managers and Assistant Managers, ensure that customers are receiving a consistent and positive experience and manage profitability. If you want a challenging but rewarding career, apply today!

Job Responsibilities:

• Build management by selecting, training and developing managerial employees.
• Establishing and reviewing unit specific performance targets in employee satisfaction, guest service and margin improvement
• Maintaining company standards in food safety, product and facility specifications
• Respond expeditiously to guest service needs and demonstrate appropriate decision-making skills.
• Hold management accountable and take appropriate action when needed.
• Introducing and reinforcing new products and initiatives
• Coach your team to identify and develop strategies to ensure customer expectations are being met.
• Analyze the financial performance of your area, understand trends, and drive sales to maximize profitability.
• Ensures the management team follows processes and performance goals to drive operational improvement.

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in food service management at the multi-unit or district level
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated track record of workplace achievement in the selection, coaching and development of managerial employees
• Proven ability to drive employee satisfaction/retention, guest satisfaction and financial performance
• Excellent planning, organizing and follow-up skills
• Strong decision making and conflict resolution skills
• Strong desire to develop their team and actively continue their own development
• Must be able to manage time effectively and reach objectives within specified time frames
• Ability to communicate detailed knowledge of restaurant standards, in a top-of-mind manner, to both employees and managers

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Life insurance
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability
• Bonus Program
• 401 K Program with company match
• Paid holiday, vacation and sick time
• Company Vehicle

We are an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.