Restaurant GM in Training: Lead, Train & Optimize Ops

carlislellc; Southtown (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Wendy's Fort Wayne location is seeking a Restaurant Manager to assist the General Manager in operating and maintaining a high-performing restaurant. You will coach the team, schedule shifts, manage labor and food costs, and ensure consistent customer satisfaction.

The role focuses on training, developing crew, enforcing company policies, and maximizing profitability while maintaining compliance with health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Managing labor costs by evaluating labor needs against projected sales during the shift.
• Monthly review of budget and P&L.
• Builds sales by promoting customer satisfaction.
• Monitors costs by managing crew prep, production, and procedures execution.
• Tracks waste levels by using established procedures and monitoring crew position procedures.
• Communicates to General Manager or District Manager any problems in sales and profit related to shift management.
• Assists General Manager or District Manager in executing restaurant sales and profits plan as defined.
• Monitors food costs to eliminate waste and theft.
• Trains crew to respond promptly to customer needs and improve service times.
• Directs crew in maintaining restaurant cleanliness and following the cleaning plan.

Job description

Wendy's Fort Wayne location is seeking a Restaurant Manager to assist the General Manager in operating and maintaining a high-performing restaurant. You will coach the team, schedule shifts, manage labor and food costs, and ensure consistent customer satisfaction.

The role focuses on training, developing crew, enforcing company policies, and maximizing profitability while maintaining compliance with health and safety standards.