District Manager

Zaxbys; Valdosta (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Company-Paid Disability, Critical Illl

401K with Company Match

50% Off Meal Discount

Parental Leave

Child Care Assistance

Education Assistance Program

PTO and Holidays

Job summary

Zaxby’s Franchising LLC is seeking a District Manager to lead profitability and people development across 5–8 locations in the Valdosta, GA region and nearby markets. You will drive SOP adherence, recruit and mentor leaders, and partner with marketing and operations to achieve district goals.

You will manage a team, plan store visits for development, and ensure brand standards are maintained while building community partnerships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 7+ years of multi-unit experience.
• Valid driver’s license, vehicle insurance, and reliable transportation; successful completion of background check and motor vehicle report

Responsibilities

• Sets quarterly goals for each management team aligned with the Zax LLC strategic plan and meets the required metrics.
• Develops store level managers through influence and governance.
• Recruits future talent that fits the Zaxbys culture.
• Works a minimum of 6 hours in each location, within their district, bi-weekly.
• Plans and prepares for each store visit with development focus.
• Conducts store inspections to ensure brand standards and procedures are upheld.
• Collaborates with Zax LLC headquarters to solve district roadblocks.

Skills

Strong business acumen

Developer of people

Self-motivated leader

Multi-location management

Talent recruitment for leadership

Planning and organizational skills

Management development plans

Interpersonal communication

Math and accounting basics

Analytical decision making

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Equivalent education/experience

Job description

THIS ROLE WILL SUPPORT THE VALDOSTA, GA/GAINESVILLE, FL MARKETS

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 Include

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company-Paid Disability, Critical Illness, and Basic Life Insurance
• 401K with Company Match
• 50% Off Meal Discount at Company-Owned Locations
• Parental Leave
• Child Care Assistance
• Education Assistance Program
• PTO and 9 Company Holidays + 2 Floating Holidays

Definition

The 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.

Essential Job Functions

• Sets quarterly goals for each management team that are in line with the Zax LLC strategic plan and meet the required expectation for each metric
• Acts as a funnel when information is needed to be passed down from Zax LLC headquarters and Zaxbys Franchising LLC to the field
• Develops store level managers through influence and governance
• Recruits future talent that fits the Zaxbys Culture
• Focuses on building people so that they can in turn build the business
• Explains the “Why” when coaching future leaders while also utilizing the Plan, Tell, Show, Do, Review (PTSDR) training method
• Works a minimum of 6 hours in each location, within their district, bi-weekly
• Plans and prepares for each store visit with the intention of development and commits to limiting outside distraction via cell phone or email during store visits
• Conducts store inspections to ensure that brand standards and procedures are being upheld at all times
• Ensures protection of the Brand through adherence to standards and policies
• Uses creative and innovative strategies to create and maintain community partnerships with a variety of organizations
• Collaborates with Zax LLC headquarters when needed to solve roadblocks within their district
• All other duties necessary to ensure district operations function properly
• Work with varying departments to select, evaluate, and approve opportunities for growth in the District

Key Competencies

• Strong business acumen
• Demonstrated developer of people
• Self-motivated leader with the ability to solve complex problems
• Proven ability to manage multiple locations located in different geographical areas
• Demonstrated ability to identify, recruit, and develop talent for leadership roles
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Ability to create and implement management development plans
• Excellent interpersonal communication, presentation, and conflict resolution skills
• Basic math and accounting skills
• Strong analytical/decision making skills

Education And Experience Guidelines

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience: 7+ years of multi-unit experience
• Other: Valid driver’s license, vehicle insurance, and reliable transportation; successful completion of background check and motor vehicle report

SALARY RANGE: $80,000 - $95,000

Zaxby’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.