Assistant General Manager - Slim Chickens | Florence, AL

Description of the Job: An Assistant General Manager works closely with the General Manager to lead the operation of the restaurant and ensure the restaurant is run at a high level by meeting company goals and standards for food quality and safety, staffing, restaurant cleanliness, customer service, cost controls, facilities maintenance, etc. Working through the restaurant team (assistant managers, shift managers, crew) and under the direction of the District Manager and other supervisors, the assistant general manager sets the overall tone for a restaurant’s culture and attitude. As such we strive to maintain exceptionally high standards among this group of leaders in our organization.Essential Functions and Responsibilities of the Job:Manage the activities and employees of a specific restaurant.Direct all the members of subordinate staff and hold them accountable.Recruit, interview, hire, promote, discipline, and terminate crew members and shift managers in accordance with company policies and procedures.Supervise and help prepare food that meets or exceeds brand standards.Resolve complaints from customers and report issues or incidents to supervisors.Ensure the restaurant is opened and closed on time.Maintain a clean restaurant that meets or exceeds company standards.Ensure the restaurant is following proper cash procedures as outlined in the handbook.Foster a safe working environment that complies with company policies, any applicable laws, and common sense.Perform admin duties including building employee schedules, making food orders, counting inventory, performing food safety checks, entering maintenance requests, and others.Other Responsibilities of the Job (not exhaustive):Staffing & Employee RelationsDevelop crew members using the company’s training proceduresUse shift plan to organize and manage the crew during the shiftTreat all others with respect and follow the company handbook and policies when dealing with subordinatesQualityMonitor product quality during shift by talking to customers during walk-throughs and when working off-lineMonitor product quality by managing crew performance and providing specific feedbackServiceMonitor services times and focus on increasing efficiency and lowering speed of serviceTrain crew to respond promptly to customer needsTrain crew in customer courtesyCleanlinessTrain crew to maintain store cleanliness during shiftFollows and evaluates store cleaning planTrainingComplete crew orientation and general training processTrain crew in new productsCross train crew in various positionsGive specific training on problem areas as need (i.e. food cost)Recommend high-performing crew to general manager for promotion to shift supervisorsFollow all food safety procedures.ControlsMonitor inventory levels to ensure product availability & order products as neededManage security of cash, supplies, and equipment during shiftsFollow store priorities set by the district managerEnsure restaurant follows company policies for discounts and promotionsDrive deposits to the bankQualifications Guidelines:Ability to read, analyze, create and interpret general business memos and documentsExcellent written, verbal and group communication skillsAbility to add, subtract, divide and use fractions, percentages, ratios, and convert units of measurementStrong problem solving and decision-making skillsAbility to make good decisions and adapt to changing situationsGood computer skills including being proficient in Word and Excel. Ability to learn and use other software as requiredManagerial, supervisory, leadership, and customer service experienceHigh school diploma or G.E.D.Driver’s License, a good driving record, and have access to a vehicleMust be 21 years or olderPhysical Demands:Long periods of standing on hard surfaces, occasionally in warm temperaturesConstant movement about the restaurant kitchen, dining room, and office to reach high/low cabinets, shelves, kitchen equipment, etc.Constant communication with employees and customers face-to-face, via headsets, phone calls, or other means. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situationsOccasional operation of a computer and other office productivity machinery such as a copy machineOccasional ascension/descension of a ladder and extensive lifting of supplies and materials.Ability to reach for, grasp, and manipulate objects is required.Constant exposure to hot equipment and cook oil throughout the work dayRegular detection of deficiencies in food quality (including color, texture, overall appearance)Have the ability to drive a motor vehicleThis job description is not a comprehensive listing of activities and duties. Responsibilities or duties may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr