Department Manager (Franklin, IN)

Wingmen V Llc; Franklin (IN); On-site; USD 24,796 - 37,746; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Monthly bonuses

Comprehensive benefits including 401-k match

Job summary

Wingmen V Llc is actively seeking a Department Manager to lead operations in Franklin, Indiana. This role includes staffing, training, and overseeing daily departmental operations, ensuring compliance with safety and service standards.

Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 2 years of management experience in a restaurant setting, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Competitive pay and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of restaurant or hospitality management experience; management of a restaurant with a full bar preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent; valid driver’s license; satisfactory background check.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds regularly.
• Completion of Buffalo Wild Wings Management Certification program.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency with basic mathematical calculations and ability to analyze financial statements.
• Self‑directed, results‑driven, and comfortable working late nights and weekends.
• Track record of effectively managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and enforcing company policies.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for staffing, hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management of department team members.
• Oversee day‑to‑day operations of the designated department.
• Manage food, beverage, and labor costs within company targets.
• Administer training, certify staff, and conduct performance appraisals.
• Handle guest comments and food‑quality complaints.
• Coordinate with other department managers and support teams.
• Order and maintain inventory of food, paper, and beverage supplies.
• Implement health and safety practices and resolve equipment issues.

Skills

Restaurant or hospitality management experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Financial analysis skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: 2330 North Morton Street, Franklin, IN 46131.

Salary Range: $18.00 – $27.40 per hour.

Benefits

Competitive hourly pay, monthly bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits program including a guaranteed match to your 401‑k contribution.

Responsibilities

• Department Leadership: Responsible for staffing, hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management of department team members, ensuring compliance with labor guidelines and training certifications.
• Operations Management: Oversee day‑to‑day operations of the designated department (Heart of House, Bar, or Hospitality), maintain a safe environment, optimize productivity, and ensure adherence to food safety and customer service standards.
• Financial Accountability: Manage food, beverage, and labor costs within company targets; analyze P&L, GEM, and audit data to identify improvement opportunities; implement action plans to address bottom‑line results.
• Training & Development: Administer WCT training, certify department staff, and conduct regular performance appraisals and merit increases.
• Guest Experience: Serve as the owner of the Guest Comment program for the department, handle food‑quality complaints, and drive guest satisfaction through continuous improvement.
• Team Collaboration: Coordinate with other department managers and support teams to align staffing, training, and operational initiatives.
• Vendor & Inventory Management: Order and maintain inventory of food, paper, and beverage supplies; collaborate with vendors to ensure product quality and on‑time delivery.
• Health & Safety Compliance: Implement all applicable Board of Health regulations and food safety practices, and resolve any equipment or procedural issues promptly.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of restaurant or hospitality management experience; management of a restaurant with a full bar preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent; valid driver’s license; satisfactory background check.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds regularly.
• Completion of Buffalo Wild Wings Management Certification program.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency with basic mathematical calculations and ability to analyze financial statements.
• Self‑directed, results‑driven, and comfortable working late nights and weekends.
• Track record of effectively managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and enforcing company policies.

The duties of this position may change from time to time. World Wide Wings reserves the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at its discretion, or by the general manager, other departmental managers, or the franchisor.