Assistant Restaurant Leader

Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers is a rapidly expanding restaurant chain specializing in serving craveable chicken finger meals, affectionately known as its One Love. Founded with a mission to provide exceptional quality and flavorful chicken fingers, Raising Cane's has quickly established itself as one of the fastest-growing chicken restaurant concepts in the United States. The company prioritizes a strong company culture, emphasizing a Work Hard. Have Fun. philosophy that resonates throughout its teams. Known for its dedicated and energetic Crew and welcoming culture, Raising Cane's has set its sights on becoming a Top 10 Restaurant Brand nationwide. The company fosters a supportive environment where every team member contributes to its ongoing success and growth trajectory.

This opportunity is for the position of Assistant Restaurant Leader, a pivotal management role within Raising Cane's. This full-time role offers a competitive annual salary starting from $67,000 to $75,000, complemented by a monthly training incentive of $750. Compensation varies based on location, experience, and qualifications, reflecting the company's commitment to rewarding talent appropriately. Additionally, monthly incentives following training are available and linked to restaurant profitability, incentivizing strong performance and results.

The Assistant Restaurant Leader is instrumental in supporting the Restaurant Leader by managing the day-to-day operations of their location while upholding the high standards and vibrant culture that Raising Cane's is known for. The role demands active leadership in a fast-paced environment, requiring physical stamina to perform duties which include walking, standing, lifting, and bending over extended periods. The work involves both interior and exterior environments, exposure to varied temperatures, food products, industrial cleaning supplies, and operational equipment. Safety and compliance with health guidelines are crucial in ensuring a safe workplace for all team members.

Key responsibilities of the Assistant Restaurant Leader include hiring and terminating hourly, non-management crew members, overseeing onboarding, payroll processing, scheduling work and training for team members, and managing employee performance through development and coaching. The role also acts as the Manager on Duty, responsible for opening and closing the restaurant and ensuring cash handling accountability. The Assistant Restaurant Leader embodies the company’s customer service values by providing exemplary service and maintaining the restaurant’s cleanliness and functionality.

With a broad scope of duties, this position also requires enforcing Raising Cane’s policies and standards, executing shift management meetings, utilizing operational tools and systems effectively, deploying team members strategically, and authorizing employee actions requiring managerial approval. The company supports full-time Restaurant Managers with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy coverage, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) with employer match, tuition reimbursement, and additional perks such as gym memberships, employee discounts, and pet insurance.

This is an exciting career path for those passionate about the restaurant industry, offering opportunities to grow with a dynamic and rapidly expanding brand. Individuals with strong leadership skills, a dedication to excellent customer service, and the ability to thrive in a fast-moving, team-oriented environment will find this role rewarding and challenging. Join Raising Cane's to be part of an innovative company that raises the bar in the restaurant industry and invest in your career with a business committed to employee growth and operational excellence.