Restaurant Assistant Manager

Burger King; Waterford Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Burger King in Waterford, MI seeks an Assistant General Manager (AGM) to lead daily restaurant operations, drive profitability, and coach a team of 20–45 staff members. You’ll support the RGM, manage inventory and cash controls, and ensure guest satisfaction through strong leadership and adherence to brand standards.

The AGM role emphasizes profitability, people development, and operational excellence, with responsibilities across inventory, assets, and adherence to safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years of college preferred.
• 1–2 years of quick-service restaurant experience; management experience preferred.
• Some understanding of P&L interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Oversees profitability and inventory management, including daily/weekly/monthly inspections and ordering.
• Motivates staff to deliver accurate, fast, and friendly service in a clean facility.
• Coaches Shift Coordinators and Team Members to improve performance and profitability.
• Directs operations for efficient product prep and prompt delivery within speed-of-service guidelines.
• Performs Hourly Shift Coordinator duties when needed.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Guest service

Coaching

P&L understanding

Education

High school diploma or GED

Some college coursework

Job description

Now Hiring: Assistant General Manager (AGM)Location: Waterford, MIPosition OverviewThe Assistant General Manager (AGM) is the operations leader of the restaurant, focused on profitability, guest service, people development, and operations management. The Assistant General Manager (AGM) supports the Restaurant General Manager (RGM) in managing the daily operations of a single restaurant and driving key performance outcomes. The Assistant General Manager (AGM) operates under the direction of the RGM and directly manages a team of Hourly Shift Coordinators and Team Members (20–45 employees).SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESPROFITABILITYManages inventory costs and maintains inventory by performing daily, weekly, and monthly inventory inspections.Places and receives inventory truck orders.Maintains and regularly monitors a list of all restaurant assets.Ensures preventative maintenance of restaurant facilities and equipment is completed in accordance with company standards, interacting with external vendors as required.Ensures that the restaurant follows all cash control and security procedures (e.g., safe counting, cash drawers).GUESTMotivates and directs team members to exceed guest expectations with accurate, fast, and friendly service in a clean facility.PEOPLEProvides coaching and feedback to Shift Coordinators and Team Members to increase the restaurant team’s capabilities and raise restaurant performance.OPERATIONSDirects the restaurant team toward efficient and accurate preparation and sale of products for prompt delivery within established speed-of-service guidelines.Ensures that the restaurant upholds all operational and brand standards.Performs the duties of Hourly Shift Coordinator when necessary.QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLSMust be at least eighteen (18) years of age.High school diploma or GED required; two (2) years of college preferred.One (1) to two (2) years of previous quick-service restaurant experience; management experience preferred.Some understanding of P&L interpretation and management to influence profitability.Apply Today!