Area Manager – Fast-Casual Growth & Team Leadership

Smoothie King (SKFI); Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement plan

Employee discounts

Paid training

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Smoothie King, Kingdom Franchises, LLC, is seeking a proven store manager to lead operations in Dubuque and Bettendorf, driving sales and guest satisfaction. You will develop goals, coach teams, and ensure brand standards in a fast-paced setting.

We value leadership, teamwork, and the ability to mentor staff while maintaining food safety and quality. This role offers a competitive salary, health benefits, and growth opportunities within a growing brand.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2-4 years of store manager experience.
• 2-3 years of area manager experience preferred.
• Serv Safe Certified within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Develops goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work.
• Drive sales and profit performance by providing support and expertise.
• Supports and supervises an effective self-inspection program.
• Understands employee positions well enough to perform duties in employees' absence.
• Assists Managers with monitoring and maintaining the productivity level of Team Members.
• Verifies that all team members/supervisors understand the brand specific philosophy.
• Assists Mangers with training and developing team Creates and nurtures a property environment that emphasizes motivation, empowerment, teamwork and passion for providing service.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the brand specific service culture.
• Provides Exceptional Customer Service.
• Improves service by communicating and assisting individuals to understand guest needs, providing guidance, feedback, and individual coaching when needed.
• Provides information to Managers by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
• Analyses information and evaluates results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
• Extends professionalism and courtesy to team members and guests at all times.
• Performs other duties, as assigned, to meet business needs.
• Leads local marketing initiatives and the recruitment, development and coaching of store managers.
• Oversee Dubuque and Bettendorf stores.

Skills

Time management

Problem solving

Leadership

Interpersonal communication

Team building

Customer service

Analytical skills

Planning

Financial management

Work under pressure

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Smoothie King, Kingdom Franchises, LLC, is seeking a proven store manager to lead operations in Dubuque and Bettendorf, driving sales and guest satisfaction. You will develop goals, coach teams, and ensure brand standards in a fast-paced setting.

We value leadership, teamwork, and the ability to mentor staff while maintaining food safety and quality. This role offers a competitive salary, health benefits, and growth opportunities within a growing brand.