Assistant Manager

Popeyes-01d9eb60; Ruston (LA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Popeyes in Ruston, LA is seeking an Assistant Manager to act as operations lead, partnering with the RGM to drive profitability, guest service, and people development. You will supervise 20-45 team members and ensure smooth day-to-day restaurant performance.

This role focuses on inventory control, cash handling, and maintaining brand standards, while coaching staff to deliver fast, friendly service.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and able to work a flexible schedule.
• 2 years of quick service experience; prior management preferred.
• Ability to interpret basic P&L statements and influence profitability.

Responsibilities

• Assist the RGM in daily operations and staffing.
• Lead and coach Shift Coordinators and team members.
• Ensure fast, accurate service and adherence to quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Guest service

Inventory management

P&L understanding

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Some college preferred

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