Assistant Manager

Popeyes-01d9eb60; Brookhaven (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Popeyes restaurant in Brookhaven, MS, is seeking an Assistant Manager to lead daily operations, drive profitability, and ensure top-tier guest service. The AM will support the RGM, coach 20–45 team members, and manage inventory, cash controls, and facility maintenance to standards.

Responsibilities include directing fast, accurate product prep and service, analyzing P&L implications, and developing staff performance.

Qualifications

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• High School Diploma or GED required, 2 years of college preferred.
• 1-2 years of previous quick service restaurant experience, management preferred.
• Some understanding of P&L interpretation and management to influence profitability.

Responsibilities

• Manages inventory costs and maintains inventory through regular inspections.
• Directs profitability efforts and cash control procedures.
• Motivates and coaches team members to exceed guest expectations.
• Directs restaurant team toward efficient product prep and service.
• Performs duties of Shift Coordinator when necessary.

Skills

Leadership

Inventory management

Guest service

Coaching

P&L understanding

Operations management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

POSITION OVERVIEW:The Assistant Manager (AM) is the operations leader of the restaurant focused on profitability, Guest service, people development and operations management. The AM supports the Restaurant General Manager (RGM) in managing the daily operations of a single restaurant, driving key performance outcomes. The AM operates under the direction of the RGM and directly manages a team of Hourly Shift Coordinators and Team Members (20-45 employees).SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:PROFITABILITYManages inventory costs and maintains inventory by performing Daily, Weekly and Monthly inventory inspectionsPlaces and receives inventory truck ordersMaintains and regularly monitors a list of all restaurant assetsEnsures preventative maintenance of restaurant facility and equipment is completed in accordance with Company standards, interacting with external vendors as requiredEnsures that restaurant follows all cash control and security procedures (e.g. safe counting, cash drawers)GUESTMotivates and directs team members to exceed guest expectations with accurate, fast and friendly service in a clean facilityPEOPLEProvides coaching and feedback to Shifts Coordinators and Team Members to increase the restaurant team’s capabilities and raise restaurant performanceOPERATIONSDirects restaurant team toward efficient and accurate preparation and sale of products for prompt delivery within established speed of service guidelinesEnsures that restaurant upholds operational and brand standards*Performs duties of Hourly Shift Coordinator when necessaryQUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:Must be at least eighteen (18) years of ageHigh School Diploma or GED required, 2 years of college preferred1-2 years of previous quick service restaurant experience, experience in management preferredSome understanding of P&L interpretation and management to influence profitability