Quick Service - Area Manager in Schaumburg, Illinois at FALAFILL WFM LLC

The Quick Serve Area Manager at Foodworks oversees two restaurant operations in a specific area, from financial management and food safety to team leadership and customer experience. Key responsibilities involve managing staff, ensuring food quality and safety standards are met, handling finances, resolving customer issues, and executing marketing initiatives. They must be passionate leaders who can develop their team and ensure a positive experience for both customers and employees.

Key responsibilities

• Team leadership and development: Hire, train, and develop staff; schedule shifts; resolve performance issues; and foster a positive and productive work environment.
• Restaurant operations: Oversee daily operations, including opening and closing procedures, cash handling, and ensuring the restaurant is clean and well-organized.
• Financial management: Manage the store's financial performance, including profit and loss (P&L), sales forecasting, and controlling costs.
• Food safety and quality: Enforce all food safety policies and procedures to ensure the preparation of safe, delicious food.
• Guest experience: Deliver a great customer experience, resolve customer incidents, and work to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Marketing and community engagement: Implement local marketing strategies, such as community engagement and fundraisers.
• Problem-solving: Handle unexpected issues, such as equipment breakdowns or customer complaints.

Required skills and qualifications

• Previous restaurant or food service management experience
• Strong business acumen, including P&L management, sales forecasting, and staffing
• Passion for leadership and team development
• A strong focus on customer service
• Ability to maintain a safe and clean work environment
• Effective communication skills in the local language