People-First Restaurant Manager | Talent & Training Lead

carlislellc; Grape (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Wendy's Mishawaka, IN is seeking a Restaurant Manager to support the General Manager by coaching the team and creating a fun, inviting work environment where staff feel respected and valued. You will identify top talent and place people in the right roles through effective scheduling, under GM or DM guidance.

This role drives daily operations, enforces policies, trains crew, manages costs, and ensures customer satisfaction while upholding company standards and legal compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience coaching and developing restaurant staff.
• Ability to schedule staff effectively.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Understanding of labor cost management.

Responsibilities

• Manage labor costs by evaluating labor needs against projected sales.
• Oversee daily operations and staff performance under GM/DM guidance.
• Train and develop crew and new managers.
• Enforce company policies, procedures and standards.
• Monitor food quality, service times and customer satisfaction.
• Maintain restaurant cleanliness and safety protocols.

Skills

Coaching

Team leadership

Scheduling

Talent identification

Training

Job description

Wendy's Mishawaka, IN is seeking a Restaurant Manager to support the General Manager by coaching the team and creating a fun, inviting work environment where staff feel respected and valued. You will identify top talent and place people in the right roles through effective scheduling, under GM or DM guidance.

This role drives daily operations, enforces policies, trains crew, manages costs, and ensures customer satisfaction while upholding company standards and legal compliance.