Assistant Manager

Want to be a part of the Chick?Looking for a restaurant career like no other you have ever experienced?One in which life balance is a part of our culture.Yes we are closed on Sundays!No early morning or late night hours of operations.Looking for a great opportunity to be in on a ground floor opportunity with one of the fastest growing regional chains in the Quick Casual Restaurant segment?If you are an expert in developing teams to deliver a superb experience for your guest.Then you need to quickly act on this once in a life time opportunity to lead and develop a team for Chicken Salad Chick.Our assistant manager will report to the general manager and will ensure that all guests and employees have a great experience. They direct, coordinate, implement & manage the planning, organizing, training and leadership necessary to achieve identified objectives/goals for sales, cost controls, employee hiring/training/retention, Guest service/satisfaction, product quality, and cleanliness/sanitation. Position is responsible for ensuring adherence & compliance for all standards of operating a CSC location.Benefits:+ Flexible schedule+ Employee discount+ Paid training+ Job PromotionResponsibilities:+ Be a key support person for the GM as a Brand Ambassador for Chicken Salad Chick.+ Understand & adhere to all policies, procedures, standards, specifications, guidelines, and training programs.+ Ensure that all guests feel welcome and are given responsive, friendly, and courteous service.+ Ensure that all products are consistently prepared and served according to CSC standards.+ Achieve identified objectives for sales, service, quality, the appearance of facility and sanitation, and cleanliness through training of employees and creating a positive, productive working environment.+ Operationally fill in where needed to ensure all guest service standards and efficient operations.+ Operationally fill in as needed to ensure guest service standards and efficient operations.+ Coach and motivate the team.+ Continually strive to develop staff in all areas of managerial and professional development.+ Ensure that all equipment is kept clean and in excellent working condition through personal inspection and by following the restaurant's preventative maintenance programs.+ Ensure that all products are received in the correct unit count and condition and deliveries are performed following the restaurant's receiving policies and procedures.+ Control food and equipment inventories conduct daily and weekly inventory counts, and keep inventory records.+ Schedule labor for anticipated business activity to provide optimal Guest service, product quality, and operating standards.+ Always adhere to Brand Standards for uniform appearance and personal grooming.Behavior Characteristics:+ Focus on systematically and effectively communicating all goals and success factors to Team Members+ Combine critical thinking and practical leadership to create a culture of innovation+ Effectively coach and give direction+ Intentionally and methodically grow and nurture relationships with the staff+ Be able to connect with a multicultural team+ Enthusiastically and passionately leadRequired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:+ Excellent written and oral communication skills+ Excellent organization skills+ Ability to multitask+ Working knowledge of back office tools+ Ability to quickly learn and master new computer softwareEducation and Experience:+ Three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experiencePhysical Demands:+ Exert up to 40 pounds of force occasionally to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects - Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility, including bending and stooping, for the duration of the workday+ Must be able to work and perform all duties at any station in the kitchen or service area.**Company Introduction**Chicken Salad Chick provides a delicious menu with a variety of 12 Chicken Salads, homemade sides, delicious soups, and great sandwiches. This location is one of the originals to the franchise and we are looking for a hospitality professional to help us maintain a team of excellence and superb service.