General Manager

Smith Dairy Queens, Ltd.; Bellville, Town of Union (TX, NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the fast-food sector is seeking a dynamic General Manager to lead their restaurant operations. This role encompasses overseeing financial performance, product production, and ensuring compliance with operational guidelines. The ideal candidate will possess strong management skills, a proven track record in the restaurant industry, and a passion for customer service. You will be responsible for creating a positive work environment, training staff, and ensuring the restaurant meets local health requirements. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and make a significant impact, this is the opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of management experience in a restaurant chain.
• Proven track record in managing costs and labor effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee restaurant operations including financial performance and product production.
• Hire, train, and evaluate employees while ensuring safety and operational compliance.

Skills

Management Skills

Customer Service Skills

Team Leadership

Financial Management

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

The General Manager oversees the entire restaurant operations including financial performance, product production, inventory, personnel, sales, and marketing for the restaurant; and ensures the restaurant is operated with operational guidelines established by the owner and franchisor.

Essential Functions

1. Hire and train employees on all company safety and operational policies and procedures, evaluate and discipline employees, and provide an environment of employee appreciation, encouragement, and teamwork.
2. Comply with all written and oral rules of store operations and procedures and comply with workplace conduct policies.
3. Assist in taking and preparing customer orders of food and drinks with friendly, sanitary, and food control procedures. Collect and put money in cash register and leave it in for each order.
4. Follow all safety rules and procedures, including all supervisor directions.
5. Properly staff store per sales volume or as approved by supervisor.
6. Make sure store is opened and ready for business by required time and remains in full operation until approved closing time.
7. Complete all paperwork and cash deposits before store operations begin. Correctly prepare daily reports, inventory, bank deposits, and all other administrative paperwork.
8. Maintain working knowledge and ability to make all approved DQ products to established formulas.
9. Serve customers in a fast, courteous, and friendly manner.
10. Communicate with customers and fellow employees about orders, training, and needs of employees.
11. Satisfy local and state government health requirements.
12. Perform the above functions in tight spaces with the physical functions described on subsequent pages.

Qualifications

1. High school diploma
2. 3 or more years of management experience at a restaurant chain
3. Proven track record managing COGS and labor
4. Must work a minimum of 50 hours of scheduled time; two closing shifts per week, one being a weekend closing shift
5. Ability to work flexible hours and days to support business hours and needs

For physical requirements of the position, please contact HR for the complete job description.