Restaurant Leader: Guest-Driven Ops & Growth

Dunkin' | ZSC Enterprises; Commerce (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Dunkin' is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead a single-restaurant team in Georgia, ensuring guest satisfaction and adherence to brand standards. You will drive daily operations, coach staff, manage budgets, and implement strategies to improve service quality and profitability.

Applicant should have leadership experience in hospitality, basic computer skills, and a college degree is preferred. The role emphasizes teamwork, training, and community engagement within a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Basic computer skills.
• Fluent in spoken and written English or the predominant language in your market.
• Basic math and financial management.
• Previous leadership experience in retail, restaurant or hospitality preferred or ability to show leadership.
• College Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, hire, train and supervise restaurant team members, including shift leaders, team members, bakers and other support staff.
• Foster a positive work environment by promoting teamwork, providing coaching and feedback and resolving conflicts.
• Implement training programs to enhance team member skills and performance.
• Lead by example, demonstrating a strong work ethic, professionalism, and adherence to company values.
• Oversee day-to-day operations, including opening and closing procedures, cash management, inventory control, and following of brand standards and systems.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, food handling guidelines, and sanitation standards.
• Create and maintain a guest focused culture in the restaurant
• Review guest feedback results and implement action plans to drive improvement
• Develop and implement operational strategies to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance overall productivity.
• Ensure exceptional customer service by providing a welcoming and friendly atmosphere.
• Monitor customer feedback and reviews, taking necessary steps to improve service quality and address any recurring issues.
• Monitor and control food and labor costs, inventory levels, and waste to maximize profitability.
• Engage with the local community, build relationships, and explore opportunities for partnerships or sponsorships.
• Stay updated with industry trends and technology, competitor activities, and customer preferences to identify new business opportunities.
• Communicate restaurant priorities, goals and results to restaurant team members
• Execute new product roll-outs including training, marketing, and sampling
• Completion of DCP and other vendor orders to ensure all products are fully stocked
• Conduct self-assessments and corresponding action plans for food safety and brand standards
• Ensure restaurant budget is met as determined by Franchisee
• Engage with Dunkin’ and Inspire Brands Field Operations team as appropriate

Skills

Analytical skills

Team player

Punctuality

Adaptability

Mentoring & training

Guest focus

Time management

Conflict management

Problem solving

Motivating others

Education

College Degree preferred

Job description

Dunkin' is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead a single-restaurant team in Georgia, ensuring guest satisfaction and adherence to brand standards. You will drive daily operations, coach staff, manage budgets, and implement strategies to improve service quality and profitability.

Applicant should have leadership experience in hospitality, basic computer skills, and a college degree is preferred. The role emphasizes teamwork, training, and community engagement within a fast-paced environment.