Assistant Manager: Lead Fast-Paced Restaurant, Weekly Pay

Popeyes-01d9eb60; Gretna (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Meal discounts

Quarterly Bonus

Flexible schedules

Leadership development programs

Opportunities for growth

Paid time off

401(k)

Job summary

Popeyes in Gretna, LA is looking for an Assistant Manager to lead and coach the team, uphold brand standards, and ensure fast, friendly service and clean, welcoming kitchens.

You will mentor hourly staff, oversee daily operations, manage inventory and cash controls, and contribute to profitability. We offer weekly pay, meal discounts, bonuses, flexible schedules, and growth opportunities in a fast-paced Louisiana kitchen.

Qualifications

• 18+ with a High School Diploma or GED.
• 1–2 years of experience in a quick-service or fast-paced restaurant environment (management experience preferred).
• A people-first leadership mindset with strong communication skills.
• Confident coaching others and making decisions that keep the restaurant moving.
• A working understanding of P&L basics and how daily actions impact results.
• A desire to learn, grow, and uphold Popeyes standards in a high-energy kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Strengthen the team by coaching Hourly Shift Coordinators and Team Members, building skills, and raising performance.
• Deliver great guest experiences by guiding teams to serve fast, friendly, and accurate meals in a clean, welcoming kitchen.
• Lead strong operations by upholding Popeyes brand standards and ensuring smooth, efficient execution.
• Support profitability by managing inventory, placing and receiving orders, maintaining restaurant assets, and following cash control procedures.

Skills

People leadership

Communication skills

Coaching

Decision making

P&L basics

Team development

Education

High School Diploma or GED

2 years college preferred

Job description

Popeyes in Gretna, LA is looking for an Assistant Manager to lead and coach the team, uphold brand standards, and ensure fast, friendly service and clean, welcoming kitchens.

You will mentor hourly staff, oversee daily operations, manage inventory and cash controls, and contribute to profitability. We offer weekly pay, meal discounts, bonuses, flexible schedules, and growth opportunities in a fast-paced Louisiana kitchen.