People-First Assistant Manager — Lead, Coach, Delight Guests

Wendy's; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid time off

Flexible scheduling

Health insurance

Employee discounts

Inclusive workplace

Paid training

Job summary

Wendy's in Louisville is seeking an Assistant Manager to lead a motivated team, oversee daily restaurant operations with the General Manager, and uphold Wendy’s standards of hospitality and food quality.

You’ll gain leadership experience, benefit from paid training, health insurance, and employee discounts, with a flexible schedule designed to support a busy restaurant environment.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience and ability to manage a team
• Strong work ethic demonstrated by reliability and punctuality
• Professional appearance and adherence to uniform standards
• Team player who fosters a welcoming atmosphere
• Ownership of cleanliness, organization, and restaurant readiness
• Ability to stay calm under pressure during rushes
• Commitment to supporting training, coaching, and daily operations

Responsibilities

• Manage daily restaurant operations with the General Manager
• Staffing, training, and scheduling oversight
• Identify and place talent for smooth shifts
• Coach and develop crew to uphold brand standards
• Create a fun, respectful work environment for all team members
• Ensure fresh food quality and excellent customer service
• Lead by example and support shifts during peak times

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Customer service

Work ethic

Professional appearance

Calm under pressure

Training & coaching

Job description

Wendy's Urgent Hiring: Immediate Opportunity for a Highly Skilled Assistant Manager

Are you looking for a fun, dynamic workplace where you can lead a motivated team and make a real impact every day? Do you want to be part of a loving environment that values respect, teamwork, and delivering delicious food to happy customers? If so, Wendy’s has the perfect role for you!

Join Wendy’s, a brand with a proud legacy of fresh, made-to-order hamburgers and a commitment to customer delight. As a highly skilled Assistant Manager, you will gain valuable leadership experience, enjoy a flexible schedule, and benefit from paid training, health insurance, and employee discounts. This is your chance to grow with a company that truly cares about its people and its food.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily restaurant operations alongside the General Manager with a focus on staffing, training, and scheduling
• Identify and place talent effectively to ensure smooth shifts and a motivated team
• Coach and develop crew members to live Dave Thomas’s legacy and “Delight Every Customer”
• Create a fun, inviting, and respectful work environment for all team members
• Ensure fresh food quality and excellent customer service every shift
• Lead by example and support Shift Managers and Crew Members in continuous improvement
• Maintain calm and guide the team through busy periods with professionalism

What We’re Looking For in Our Assistant Manager

• Positive, friendly attitude with a passion for working with people
• Strong work ethic demonstrated by punctuality and reliability
• Professional appearance and adherence to uniform standards
• Team player who helps others succeed and fosters a welcoming atmosphere
• Ownership of cleanliness, organization, and readiness of the restaurant
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and lead effectively during rushes
• Commitment to supporting training, coaching, and daily operations

Why Work with Wendy’s?

• Competitive salary up to $52,000 based on experience and volume
• Paid time off and flexible scheduling options including 8-hour shifts, weekends, and overtime
• Comprehensive health insurance and paid training programs
• Employee discounts on delicious food
• Supportive and inclusive workplace welcoming all backgrounds and identities

Location: #812

Ready to join a loving and enthusiastic team where your leadership truly matters? Apply today and be part of the Wendy’s family!

The Wendy’s Story
First of all, yes, Wendy is a real person. And a pretty special one, being the daughter of our founder Dave Thomas. Today, she is one of the most involved and successful franchise owners in the Wendy’s enterprise. We think Dave would be proud. Back in 1969, he looked around at all other hamburger joints and was like, “Nah. People deserve better.” At the time, other quick-service restaurants were using frozen beef and mass-producing food. Not Dave. His approach of serving fresh, made-to-order hamburgers changed the game. And his can’t-stop-won’t-stop commitment to making customers happy drives everything we do today.