Assistant Manager (id 3748)

HPC Chkn Operations, LLC dba Popeye’s; North Randall (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen in Ohio is seeking an Assistant Manager to lead daily operations, coach team members, and ensure exceptional guest experiences. You will work closely with the General Manager to uphold brand standards, manage costs, and deliver fast, friendly service while maintaining a welcoming, clean restaurant environment.

If you thrive in a fast-paced setting, enjoy developing people, and take pride in operational excellence, this role offers growth and the chance to impact every

Qualifications

• Experience in restaurant operations management or equivalent leadership role.
• Strong people management and coaching abilities.
• Excellent guest service and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize, multitask, and maintain composure under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Profitability and cost control through daily, weekly, and monthly inspections.
• Manage inventory costs and coordinate orders and deliveries.
• Lead training and development of Shift Coordinators and Team Members.
• Maintain brand standards and brand hospitality across shifts.
• Coach team to deliver fast, friendly, and accurate service.
• Ensure a clean, welcoming environment that exceeds guest expectations.
• Oversee operations to ensure food prep and service meet quality standards.

Job description

Description

Assistant Manager – Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen

Step up. Lead strong. Grow fast.

Looking to take your leadership to the next level? Popeyes is seeking Assistant Managers who are ready to roll up their sleeves, inspire their teams, and help drive a high-performing restaurant. If you’ve got hustle, heart, and a knack for operations, this is your moment.

An Assistant Manager is a leader in their restaurant with a passion for ensuring daily operation excellence by creating a memorable Guest experience and helping their teams learn and grow. Assistant Managers support their Restaurant General Manager (RGM) by investing their time in developing future leaders, upholding brand standards, and assisting the RGM with essential duties. Assistant Managers ensure that Team Members deliver food to guests that is cooked to perfection, made with love, and served up with Popeyes® famous Cajun Hospitality.

What You’ll Do

As an Assistant Manager, you’ll be the right hand to the General Manager - keeping the restaurant running smoothly, supporting your team, and delivering exceptional guest experiences. Your responsibilities include:

• Profitability
• Manage inventory costs through daily, weekly, and monthly inspections
• Place and receive truck orders with precision
• Maintain a detailed list of restaurant assets
• Oversee preventative maintenance and vendor coordination
• Ensure compliance with cash control and security procedures
• People
• Coach and develop Shift Coordinators and Team Members
• Support ongoing training and team development
• Foster a culture of accountability, growth, and positivity
• De-escalate any situation with guests or employees
• Guest Experience
• Motivate team members to deliver fast, friendly, and accurate service
• Ensure a clean, welcoming environment that exceeds guest expectations
• Operations
• Lead efficient food prep and product delivery within service speed guidelines
• Uphold brand and operational standards across all shifts