Assistant Manager — Growth Path in Family Dining

Wendys; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Wendy's in Lake Charles, LA is seeking an Assistant General Manager to oversee daily restaurant operations, drive sales and lead a high-performing team. You will be responsible for scheduling, training, coaching, and maintaining food safety and financial controls in a fast-paced environment.

The role offers growth opportunities within a well-known national brand, with a focus on developing staff, achieving targets, and maintaining a positive, family-oriented workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year Assistant Manager experience in high-volume food service preferred.
• Strong leadership and people-management skills with the ability to motivate a team.
• Excellent communication and customer-service orientation.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment with problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily restaurant operations and maintain financial controls.
• Create and manage staff schedules and rosters.
• Interview, hire, train and orientate team members.
• Coach, counsel and develop staff and manage team relations.
• Ensure proper food handling, equipment maintenance and facility management.
• Comply with health and safety inspections and standards.

Skills

Leadership

Team building

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Education

HS diploma or equiv

Job description

Wendy's in Lake Charles, LA is seeking an Assistant General Manager to oversee daily restaurant operations, drive sales and lead a high-performing team. You will be responsible for scheduling, training, coaching, and maintaining food safety and financial controls in a fast-paced environment.

The role offers growth opportunities within a well-known national brand, with a focus on developing staff, achieving targets, and maintaining a positive, family-oriented workplace culture.