Assistant Restaurant Manager
Askar Brands · West Hartford, CT · 1 mo ago
ManagementFull-time
About the role
An Assistant Restaurant Manager supports the Restaurant Manager, Shift Leaders, and Team. They take on responsibilities normally handled by the Restaurant Manager, particularly during their absence.
Responsibilities
- Lead team meetings, alongside the Restaurant Manager
- Oversee Brand Training Programs, scheduling, training, validating, and certifying staff
- Ensure Brand standards, recipes, and systems are executed
- Create and maintain a guest-focused culture in the restaurant
- Review guest feedback results and implement action plans to drive improvement
- Communicate restaurant priorities, goals, and results to the restaurant team members
- Execute along with the Restaurant Manager on new product rollouts, including training, marketing, and sampling
- Maintain Point of Purchase instore setup according to Brand standards
- Control costs to help maximize profitability
- Support the Restaurant Manager in completing the weekly labor schedule to ensure all shifts are staffed to meet guest demand and service standards
- Assign staff and deploy according to the Restaurant Manager's guidance
- Support the Restaurant Manager in completing supplier and vendor orders
- Manage the restaurant budget as determined by the franchisee
- Manage cash in the restaurant and ensure team members follow the franchisee's cash management policies
- Ensure the facility meets all standards and is rush-ready at all times
- Manage the performance appraisal process for the team and shift leads
- Coach team members to drive sales, improve profitability, and enhance guest satisfaction
- Understand and work towards meeting key performance indicators such as sales goals, labor and cost of good percentages, and speed of service goals
Requirements
- Basic computer skills
- Fluent in spoken and written English
- Basic math and financial management skills
- Previous leadership experience in retail, restaurant, or hospitality
Qualifications
- Good analytical skills and business acumen
- Works well with others in a fun, fast-paced team environment
- On-time, demonstrates honesty, and maintains a positive attitude
- Willingness to learn and embrace change
- Able to train and develop a team
- Guest-focused
- Effective time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Motivates others
Skills
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
- Strong organizational and planning skills
- Knowledge of Dunkin' Donuts standards and procedures
Benefits
Not specified
Pay
Not specified
Schedule
Not specified