Aspiring Restaurant Manager — Training Path

Buddy’s Pizza; Livonia (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Buddy’s Pizza in Livonia, MI is hiring a Salary Manager in Training to oversee daily operations, staff scheduling, and guest satisfaction. The role emphasizes leadership, teamwork, and applying strong business practices in a full-service restaurant.

You will work a minimum of 5 days per week, with a focus on coaching staff, controlling labor costs, and maintaining Buddy’s high standards of service and quality.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a general management role in a full-service restaurant.
• Proficient in leadership, communication, staff mentoring & development, and quality of operations.
• Strong problem solving and decision-making skills with clear communication at all staff levels.
• Knowledge of employment law and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent customer service and critical thinking skills.
• Solid computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all unit operations during scheduled shifts including daily decision making, training and staff support, guest interaction, scheduling while upholding standards, product quality and cleanliness.
• Manage staff labor throughout each shift by monitoring breaks and ensuring all checkout and cash handling procedures.
• Execute daily staff pre-shift briefings on all scheduled shifts.
• Provide continuous directions for staff members to ensure operational and procedural measures.
• Complete all Manager accounting reports as instructed by General Manager.
• Monitor and identify unit sales and labor reports.
• Identify operational opportunities by creating and implementing plans to address department areas and store goals.
• Supervise that all line checks are accurate throughout all shifts.
• Foster a positive working relationship with all staff members to build morale, productivity, and development.
• Demonstrate a safe work environment to reduce the risk of injuries and accidents.
• Oversee all deliveries to confirm products and billing accuracy.
• Promote a positive Buddy’s experience for all guests.
• Approve all unit comps, promos, credits, and guest requests.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Staff mentoring & development

Quality of operations

Problem solving

Customer service

Confidentiality

Decision making

Tools

MS Office

POS systems

Job description

Buddy’s Pizza in Livonia, MI is hiring a Salary Manager in Training to oversee daily operations, staff scheduling, and guest satisfaction. The role emphasizes leadership, teamwork, and applying strong business practices in a full-service restaurant.

You will work a minimum of 5 days per week, with a focus on coaching staff, controlling labor costs, and maintaining Buddy’s high standards of service and quality.