Assistant Manager-Wendy's Harrison
Description of the Job: Assistant managers lead the operation of the restaurant and ensures the restaurant is run at a high level by meeting company goals for food quality and safety, staffing, restaurant cleanliness, customer service, cost controls, facilities maintenance, and all other systems, policies and procedures. Working through the restaurant team (shift managers and crew) and under the direction of the general manager and other supervisors, the assistant manager accomplishes these objectives and sets the overall tone for a restaurant’s culture and attitude.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities of the Job:
Be competent working and coaching in all positions within the restaurant.
Direct all the members of subordinate staff and hold them accountable.
Supervise and help prepare food that meets or exceeds the brand’s 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.
Immediately report all hazards directly to your supervisor and the company’s Operating Partner as needed.
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 Relations
Develop crew members using the company’s training procedures
Use shift plan to organize and manage the crew during the shift
Treat all others with respect and follow the company handbook and policies when dealing with subordinates
Quality
Monitor product quality during shift by talking to customers during walk-throughs and when working off-line
Monitor product quality by managing crew performance and providing specific and timely feedback
Service
Monitor services times and focus on increasing efficiency and lowering speed of service
Train crew to respond promptly to customer needs
Train crew in customer courtesy
Cleanliness
Train crew to maintain store cleanliness during shift
Follows and evaluates store cleaning plan
Training
Assist other store managers in executing crew orientation and general training process
Assist other store managers in training crew in new products
Cross train crew in various positions
Give specific training on problem areas as need (i.e. food cost)
Recommend high-performing crew to general manager for promotion to shift supervisors
Assist other managers in execution of all food safety procedures.
Controls
Monitor inventory levels to ensure product availability & order products under direction of supervisor
Manage security of cash, supplies, and equipment during shifts
Follow store priorities set by the general manger
Ensure restaurant follows company policies for discounts and promotions
Drive deposits to the bank
Qualifications Guidelines:
Ability to read, analyze, create and interpret general business memos and documents
Excellent written, verbal and group communication skills
Ability to add, subtract, divide and use fractions, percentages, ratios, and convert units of measurement
Strong problem solving and decision-making skills
Ability to make good decisions and adapt to changing situations
Good computer skills including being proficient in Word and Excel. Ability to learn and use other software as required
Managerial, supervisory, leadership, and customer service experience
High school diploma or G.E.D.
Driver’s License, a good driving record, and access to a vehicle
Physical Demands:
Long periods of standing on hard surfaces, occasionally in warm temperatures
Constant 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 situations
Occasional operation of a computer and other office productivity machinery such as a copy machine
Occasional ascension/descension of a ladder and extensive lifting of supplies and materials
Ability to reach for, grasp, and manipulate objects
Constant exposure to hot equipment and cook oil throughout the work day
Regular detection of deficiencies in food quality (including color, texture, overall appearance)
Have the ability to drive a motor vehicle
This 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.