District Manager

*** THIS ROLE WILL SUPPORT THE ORLANDO CORPORATE MARKET ***

As we continue to grow, our strategies have set us up for success to be the top offering in Chicken Fingerz, Boneless Wings, and Zalads. We'd love to have you as part of our team!

Benefits Include

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company-Paid Disability, Critical Illness, and Basic Life Insurance
• 401K with Company Match
• 50% Off Meal Discount at Company-Owned Locations
• Child Care Assistance
• Education Assistance Program
• PTO and 9 Company Holidays + 2 Floating Holidays

DEFINITION

The District Manager is accountable for profitability, development of leaders, and operational performance while ensuring Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and system compliance in each location within their market. Each market consists of 5 to 8 locations. The District Manager works closely with marketing and recruiting to drive guest traffic and build internal talent pipelines of team members who are lead and developed into future leaders.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Essential duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Sets quarterly goals for each management team that are in line with the Zax LLC strategic plan and meet the required expectation for each metric
• Acts as a funnel when information is needed to be passed down from Zax LLC headquarters and Zaxbys Franchising LLC to the field
• Develops store level managers through influence and governance
• Recruits future talent that fits the Zaxbys Culture
• Focuses on building people so that they can in turn build the business
• Explains the \"Why\" when coaching future leaders while also utilizing the Plan, Tell, Show, Do, Review (PTSDR) training method
• Works a minimum of 6 hours in each location, within their district, bi-weekly
• Plans and prepares for each store visit with the intention of development and commits to limiting outside distractions via cell phone or email during store visits
• Conducts store inspections to ensure that brand standards and procedures are being upheld at all times
• Ensures protection of the Brand through adherence to standards and policies
• Uses creative and innovative strategies to create and maintain community partnerships with a variety of organizations
• Collaborates with Zax LLC headquarters when needed to solve roadblocks within their district
• All other duties necessary to ensure district operations function properly
• Work with varying departments to select, evaluate, and approve opportunities for growth in the District

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Strong business acumen
• Demonstrated developer of people
• Self-motivated leader with the ability to solve complex problems
• Proven ability to manage multiple locations located in different geographical areas
• Demonstrated ability to identify, recruit, and develop talent for leadership roles
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Ability to create and implement management development plans
• Excellent interpersonal communication, presentation, and conflict resolution skills
• Basic math and accounting skills

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE GUIDELINES

• Education: Bachelor's degree in related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience: 7+ years of multi-unit experience
• Other: Valid driver's license, vehicle insurance, and reliable transportation; successful completion of background check and motor vehicle report

SALARY RANGE :

Zaxby's Franchising LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment decisions based on any factor protected by federal, state, or local law.