Area Manager

But First Coffee; Bacolod; On-site; PHP 550,000 - 850,000; Full time

Job summary

But First Coffee is seeking an Area Manager to oversee multiple branches in the Bacolod region. You will conduct regular branch visits to ensure cleanliness, quality, and adherence to standards, while coaching Store Supervisors and coordinating with HR for staff development.

You will monitor sales performance, inventory, and waste, lead cross-functional collaboration, and prepare reports for management. Travel within the assigned area is required.

Qualifications

• Preferably residing in Bacolod City.
• 3–5 years of experience in Operations Management in food service or QSR.
• Proven multi-site management experience.
• Strong background in restaurant operations including manpower, sales, inventory, and service.
• Knowledge of operational standards, food safety, and policy implementation.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop branch managers.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Willing to conduct regular branch visits and travel within the area.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform branch visits to assess store conditions, workflow, and cleanliness.
• Ensure adherence to SOPs, procedures, and customer service guidelines.
• Monitor daily store performance, sales, inventory, and waste.
• Provide on-site coaching to Store Supervisors and crew.
• Support HR in onboarding and development of store personnel.
• Address crew concerns and resolve conflicts to maintain a positive work environment.
• Coordinate with HR, Finance, Training, and Operations for store needs.
• Prepare Field Visit Reports and track performance metrics.
• Respond to urgent operational issues and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Travel readiness

Job description

As an Area Manager, you'll be responsible of the following:

Branch Operations Oversight

• Conduct regular branch visits to assess store conditions, workflow efficiency, and cleanliness standards.
• Ensure adherence to BFC’s operational procedures, SOPs, and customer service guidelines.
• Monitor daily store performance, including sales trends, inventory levels, and waste management.
• Validate that all products served meet BFC quality and presentation standards.

People Management & Coaching

• Provide on-site coaching to Store Supervisors and crew to improve service, productivity, and teamwork.
• Support HR in onboarding, evaluating, and developing store personnel.
• Address crew concerns and help resolve conflicts to maintain a positive work environment.
• Reinforce disciplinary procedures and corrective actions when necessary.

Financial & Inventory Accountability

• Review and validate daily sales reports, discrepancies, and petty cash handling.
• Audit inventory processes to prevent overstocking, shortages, or wastage.
• Ensure accurate forecasting of supplies based on sales performance and upcoming demand.
• Work with store teams to execute cost-efficient operational practices.

Compliance, Safety & Quality Control

• Ensure branches comply with local government requirements, food safety standards, sanitation codes, and internal compliance guidelines.
• Implement consistency checks for cleanliness, equipment functioning, and hazard identification.
• Guide stores in preparing for inspections and resolving compliance findings promptly.

Customer Experience Enhancement

• Observe customer interactions and service delivery during branch visits.
• Address customer complaints escalated from branches and ensure satisfaction resolutions.
• Recommend improvements to the overall customer journey that align with BFC’s brand values.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Collaborate with HR, Finance, Training, and the Operations Department to address store needs.
• Communicate branch performance updates, concerns, and recommendations to management.Coordinate with Marketing for new campaigns, product launches, and store-level promotions.

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare timely and accurate Field Visit Reports outlining observations, recommendations, and follow-up actions.
• Track store performance metrics and improvement progress.
• Present operational insights and action plans during operations meetings.

Problem-Solving & Incident Management

• Respond to urgent operational issues such as equipment breakdowns, staffing shortages, and supply problems.
• Implement immediate corrective actions to minimize operational disruptions.
• Assist stores in managing emergency situations following company protocols.

Perform other related duties and responsibilities assigned by the management.

Qualifications

• Preferably residing and located in Bacolod City
• With at least 3–5 years of experience in Operations Management, preferably in the food service, restaurant, or QSR industry.
• Proven experience in multi-site management, overseeing multiple branches or store locations.
• Strong background in restaurant operations, including manpower management, sales performance, inventory control, and customer service.
• Knowledgeable in operational standards, food safety, quality control, and company policy implementation.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop branch managers and store teams.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Willing to conduct regular branch visits and travel within the assigned area.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.