Assistant General Manager

Runza is a well-established restaurant chain renowned for providing exceptional food and service to its customers. Known for its commitment to quality and community involvement, Runza aims to create a welcoming and professional environment for both guests and employees. This full-time position offers a competitive pay rate of up to $22.00 per hour, along with valuable benefits including monthly bonuses, health and dental insurance, vision care, disability and life insurance, flexible and family-friendly work hours, paid time off, paid holidays, and dedicated training programs focused on leadership development and job responsibilities. As a restaurant operator at Runza, you will play a crucial role in managing all aspects of the restaurant's daily operations, ensuring adherence to company standards and health regulations, and driving sales while minimizing costs.

In this leadership role, responsibilities include overseeing restaurant cleanliness, maintaining professional appearance standards, and ensuring the consistent delivery of high-quality food and service. You will supervise staff portion control to minimize waste, manage inventory and supply orders, and safeguard a positive guest experience by handling complaints tactfully and effectively. The position requires you to manage shifts, adjust scheduling to optimize staffing and labor costs, and maintain accurate records of staffing needs. Recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and training team members form a key part of your duties, with an emphasis on promoting team development and leadership potential within the staff. Additionally, maintaining a strong presence in the local community and fostering community involvement is essential to this role.

The ideal candidate for this position is self-disciplined, takes initiative, and possesses excellent communication and leadership skills. A professional and well-groomed appearance along with the ability to remain calm under pressure is expected. Prior successful experience in restaurant management is required to ensure familiarity with all core restaurant functions including food preparation, sanitation, security, personnel management, record keeping, and reporting. This position also demands compliance with operational standards and health department regulations to guarantee both guest and employee safety. To be considered, candidates must have a minimum educational qualification of a high school diploma or equivalent, be proficient in computer software such as MS Word, Excel, and Outlook, and must complete Runza University training. Eligible candidates must be at least 18 years old, possess a valid driver’s license, be eligible to work in the United States, and pass a criminal background check.

Working conditions include the availability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours as necessary. The role involves physical activity such as prolonged standing, bending, lifting up to 60 pounds, and handling hot, cold, and hazardous equipment. Through this position, Runza offers a dynamic and rewarding environment for individuals who are passionate about leadership, team development, and delivering exceptional dining experiences. Join Runza today and become part of a team that truly makes what matters.