Fast Food Junior Area Manager

Kencorp; Worcester; On-site; ZAR 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Junior Area Manager in Worcester to oversee multiple Fast Food restaurants. In this dynamic role, you will lead and coach Restaurant Managers, ensuring they meet customer satisfaction and profitability goals. You will be responsible for conducting audits, assisting in new store openings, and developing a high-performing team aligned with company objectives. If you have a passion for the fast-paced food service industry and possess the leadership skills to drive success, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience as an Area Manager in Fast Food.
• Experience managing 6 to 8 high volume stores.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple Fast Food restaurants and ensure profitability.
• Coach managers and drive customer satisfaction.
• Conduct store audits and assist in opening new locations.

Skills

Leadership

Sales and Marketing

Time Management

Financial Management

Coaching

Education

Matric / Grade 12

Business Management Diploma or Degree

Job description

Junior Area Manager required in Worcester for a Fast Food Franchise

POSITION INFO : Responsibilities

• Leading multiple Fast Food restaurants simultaneously
• Coaching Restaurant Managers to ensure that store gains market share and achieve customer, people, and profit objectives
• Drive customer satisfaction, facilities management, HR management, financial management, Informational management, risk management
• Good Sales / Marketing and time management
• High visibility leadership and coaching
• Daily store audits with weekly and monthly feedback to Managers
• Period and quarterly store audit routine
• Attend Operations meetings and communicate with Managers
• Assist managers to draw up SMART plans
• Following disciplinary procedures and chairing inquiries (presiding officer)
• Assist with the opening of new restaurants
• Build, align and develop the team according to company goals
• Business annual planning (budget for the region)
• Ensure that all stores are profitable
• Manage the local store marketing done by the Managers
• Handle suppliers where necessary
• Head Office inspections to ensure store is running operationally
• Succession planning, people planning, and benching of staff for senior positions

Requirements :

• Matric / Grade 12. A relevant Business Management Diploma or Degree would be very beneficial
• MUST have +5 years experience as an Area Manager with Fast Food
• MUST have managed between 6 and 8 stores at the same time – experience with high volume stores is essential
• Previous experience in KFC, Nando’s, Barcello’s, or similar is preferred
• Valid Driver''''''''''''''''s license
• Own reliable transport
• Must be able to travel regularly
• SA Citizens Only
• Salary is dependent on relevant operational experience, skillset, and experience with high volume stores