Assistant Manager (Full or Part Time)

Mid Atlantic Dairy Queen is a well-established franchise operator known for delivering delicious, crave-worthy treats and meals since 1940. As the largest Dairy Queen franchisee in the Southeast, Mid Atlantic Dairy Queen owns and manages 14 locations across Hampton Roads. With a proud history spanning over 50 years, the company has consistently led the Dairy Queen system in sales and has ambitious growth plans, aiming to open two new locations within the next 18 months. This expansion reflects the company’s commitment to excellence, customer satisfaction, and fostering a positive environment for both its staff and customers. Mid Atlantic Dairy Queen emphasizes a culture of teamwork, growth, and community involvement, making it an ideal workplace for individuals who are eager to develop a rewarding career in the fast-paced restaurant industry.

We are currently seeking highly motivated Assistant Managers for our Newport News location on Warwick Blvd. This role offers an excellent opportunity to grow within a thriving business that values leadership, customer satisfaction, and operational excellence. Assistant Managers play a vital part in ensuring smooth restaurant operations by leading and training their team, maintaining cost controls, and enhancing the customer experience. Our restaurants operate in a fast-paced environment where multitasking and teamwork are essential. Successful candidates will have strong leadership skills, the ability to juggle multiple responsibilities efficiently, and a genuine desire to foster a positive atmosphere both for staff and guests.

The Assistant Manager is responsible for training and offering leadership to the crew, ensuring fan relations by turning frowns into smiles, keeping a close eye on food and labor costs to maintain efficient cost controls, and handling cash duties such as counting at closing and preparing deposits for the bank. This position demands a friendly, outgoing personality with a commitment to inspiring and guiding others. We are looking for candidates with prior management experience who have demonstrated loyalty through long-tenured positions with past employers. Flexibility with scheduling is essential, as is experience in retail or fast food environments. By joining Mid Atlantic Dairy Queen as an Assistant Manager, you will gain access to a supportive network, personalized training, opportunities for promotion, and defined career paths designed to help you achieve your professional goals in the restaurant franchise industry.