District Manager

Zaxby's; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401K with Company Match

Meal discount

Parental Leave

Child Care Assistance

Education Assistance

PTO and Holidays

Job summary

Zaxbys is seeking a District Manager to lead profitability and leadership development across multiple locations in your market. You will set quarterly goals, ensure SOP compliance, and drive guest traffic while building a pipeline of future leaders.

Travel within district bi-weekly, coach teams with the PTSDR method, and partner with headquarters to remove roadblocks. A Bachelor’s degree and 7+ years multi-unit experience are required; a strong candidate will align with Zaxbys culture and values.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of multi-unit experience.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Background check and motor vehicle report required.

Responsibilities

• Sets quarterly goals for management teams aligned with strategy.
• Develops store managers through influence and governance.
• Recruits future talent fitting Zaxbys culture.
• Coaches using the PTSDR method and explains the why.
• Visits stores bi-weekly for development and development focus.
• Conducts store inspections to uphold brand standards.
• Collaborates with headquarters to solve district roadblocks.

Skills

Strong business acumen

Developer of people

Self-motivated leader

Multi-location management

Talent recruitment & development

Planning & organizational skills

Interpersonal communication

Analytical/decision making

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

As we continue to grow, our strategies have set us up for success to be the top offering in Chicken Fingerz, Boneless Wings, and Zalads. We’d love to have you as part of our team!Benefits IncludeMedical, Dental, and Vision InsuranceCompany-Paid Disability, Critical Illness, and Basic Life Insurance401K with Company Match50% Off Meal Discount at Company-Owned LocationsParental LeaveChild Care AssistanceEducation Assistance ProgramPTO and 9 Company Holidays + 2 Floating HolidaysDEFINITIONThe District Manager is accountable for profitability, development of leaders, and operational performance while ensuring Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and system compliance in each location within their market. Each market consists of 5 to 8 locations. The District Manager works closely with marketing and recruiting to drive guest traffic and build internal talent pipelines of team members who are lead and developed into future leaders.PAY RANGE:$80,000 - $100,000 + a 30% bonus potentialESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSEssential duties may include but are not limited to the following:Sets quarterly goals for each management team that are in line with the Zax LLC strategic plan and meet the required expectation for each metricActs as a funnel when information is needed to be passed down from Zax LLC headquarters and Zaxbys Franchising LLC to the fieldDevelops store level managers through influence and governanceRecruits future talent that fits the Zaxbys CultureFocuses on building people so that they can in turn build the businessExplains the “Why” when coaching future leaders while also utilizing the Plan, Tell, Show, Do, Review (PTSDR) training methodWorks a minimum of 6 hours in each location, within their district, bi-weeklyPlans and prepares for each store visit with the intention of development and commits to limiting outside distraction via cell phone or email during store visitsConducts store inspections to ensure that brand standards and procedures are being upheld at all timesEnsures protection of the Brand through adherence to standards and policiesUses creative and innovative strategies to create and maintain community partnerships with a variety of organizationsCollaborates with Zax LLC headquarters when needed to solve roadblocks within their districtAll other duties necessary to ensure district operations function properlyWork with varying departments to select, evaluate, and approve opportunities for growth in the DistrictKEY COMPETENCIESStrong business acumenDemonstrated developer of peopleSelf-motivated leader with the ability to solve complex problemsProven ability to manage multiple locations located in different geographical areasDemonstrated ability to identify, recruit, and develop talent for leadership rolesStrong planning and organizational skillsAbility to create and implement management development plansExcellent interpersonal communication, presentation, and conflict resolution skillsBasic math and accounting skillsStrong analytical/decision making skillsEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE GUIDELINESEducation: Bachelor’s degree in related field; or equivalent combination of education and experienceExperience: 7+ years of multi-unit experienceOther: Valid driver’s license, vehicle insurance, and reliable transportation; successful completion of background check and motor vehicle reportZaxby’s Franchising LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment decisions based on any factor protected by federal, state, or local law.