Assistant Manager

Auntie Anne's Pretzels; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base pay + tips

Health benefits

401(k) match

Paid PTO

Paid training

Employee discount

Job summary

Auntie Anne’s – Oglethorpe Mall (Savannah, GA) is hiring an Assistant Store Manager to lead operations in partnership with the Store Manager and drive store profitability while upholding the brand’s standards for food quality and customer experience.

The role offers full-time hours with a base pay of $18.00 per hour plus tips (up to $21.00 per hour total). Benefits include health plans, a 401(k) with 4% employer match after 1 year, PTO, paid training, and an employee discount.

Qualifications

• Proven management or supervisory experience in retail, restaurant, or fast-paced hospitality.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Flexible to work weekends and closing mall hours.
• Strong communication, coaching, and team-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Shift Management: lead daily shifts and set a positive example.
• Talent Development: assist with recruiting, onboarding, and training.
• Daily Operations: prepare dough and bake pretzels as needed.
• Inventory Control: manage stock, orders, and minimize waste.
• Performance Goals: track and push for daily sales targets.
• Safety & Standards: maintain a clean, safe store environment.

Skills

Retail leadership

Team coaching

Communication

Operations management

Job description

Now Hiring: Assistant Store Manager

Location: Auntie Anne’s – Oglethorpe Mall (Savannah, GA)

Company: Chestnut Land Company (The nation's largest domestic franchise partner of Auntie Anne’s Pretzels)

About Us

At Auntie Anne’s, we are famous for our homemade, freshly baked, golden-brown soft pretzels served with a smile! When you join our management team, you are joining Chestnut Land Company. Founded in 1994, we have grown to operate over 100 locations across 16 states in some of the country’s most prestigious shopping venues. We pride ourselves on a supportive, family-like culture where real professional growth is encouraged, hard work is rewarded, and "fun" is always the rule!

What We Offer (Perks & Total Compensation)

• Excellent Earning Potential: $18.00 / hour base pay + Tips (Earn up to $21.00 / hour total!)
• Consistent Schedule: Reliable, full-time hours.
• Great Work-Life Balance: Enjoy mall operations with no late nights or early mornings.
• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Multiple Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans to choose from.
• Financial Future: 401(k) program with a 4% employer match after 1 year of employment.
• Time to Recharge: Earned Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Extra Perks: Paid training and a generous employee discount.

Job Summary & Responsibilities

Working in close partnership with the Store Manager—and directing operations in their absence—the Assistant Manager co-runs the business. Your focus will be on leading team performance, driving maximum store profitability, and upholding Auntie Anne’s exceptional standards of food quality and customer experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Shift Management: Lead high-energy, efficient daily shifts by setting a positive example for the team.
• Talent Development: Assist with recruiting, onboarding, and training top-tier new hires.
• Daily Operations: Roll up your sleeves to make dough and bake pretzels from scratch alongside the crew when needed.
• Inventory Control: Manage stock, handle ordering, and minimize waste to optimize food costs.
• Performance Goals: Actively track and push the team to achieve daily sales targets.
• Safety & Standards: Maintain a safe, secure, and impeccably clean environment at all times.

Requirements

• Proven management or supervisory experience in a retail, restaurant, or fast-paced hospitality environment.
• A valid driver’s license.
• Open flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including weekends and closing mall hours.
• Strong communication, coaching, and team-building skills.