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Assistant Restaurant Manager

Job Overview

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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Retirement Plan
Career development opportunities
flexible scheduling

Job Description

Dunkin' is a renowned global leader in the coffee and baked goods industry, celebrated for its high-quality products and exceptional customer service. Established in 1950, Dunkin' has grown to become America's favorite all-day, everyday stop for coffee and a variety of baked goods like donuts, bagels, and muffins. With over 13,100 restaurants spanning 41 countries, Dunkin' continues to set the standard for customer loyalty in the coffee category, having earned the No. 1 ranking by Brand Keys for 14 consecutive years. Headquartered in Canton, Massachusetts, Dunkin' is part of the Dunkin' Brands Group, Inc., embodying a commitment to innovation, quality, and community engagement. The culture at Dunkin' is built on delivering excellent customer experiences through a dedicated and passionate team that values teamwork, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

The role of Assistant Restaurant Manager at Dunkin' is a dynamic leadership position designed for individuals passionate about fostering a team environment while ensuring operational success. This role supports the Restaurant Manager by helping to lead and develop a team committed to delivering outstanding guest experiences and achieving profitable sales. Assistant Restaurant Managers play a crucial part in recruiting, hiring, onboarding, and developing crew members and shift leaders, creating a positive atmosphere that motivates employees to perform at their best. The position requires a strong focus on operational excellence—maintaining brand standards, food safety, sanitation, compliance with laws, and guest satisfaction. Financial acumen is also essential, as Assistant Restaurant Managers help control costs, execute marketing promotions, and drive sales goals that contribute to the restaurant's profitability.

This position is ideal for candidates who are detail-oriented, possess excellent interpersonal skills, and have a drive for leadership development. The Assistant Restaurant Manager is responsible for fostering a culture that prioritizes guest satisfaction, team collaboration, and continuous improvement. Through coaching, feedback, and individual development plans, this role empowers team members to grow professionally and contribute meaningfully to the restaurant's success. Candidates should be proficient in managing operations, understanding financial metrics, and effectively resolving guest concerns while maintaining a safe and welcoming environment.

By joining Dunkin' as an Assistant Restaurant Manager, individuals embark on a rewarding career path with an iconic brand known for quality and community presence. It offers opportunities for professional growth, leadership development, and engagement in a vibrant workplace culture that values innovation and teamwork. This role is pivotal in upholding Dunkin's reputation for excellence and ensuring that every guest experience is memorable and positive.

Job Requirements

  • Fluent in English
  • Restaurant, retail, or supervisory experience
  • Basic computer skills
  • At least 18 years of age where applicable
  • Basic writing skills
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Proficient in math and financial management

Job Qualifications

  • Fluent in English
  • Restaurant, retail, or supervisory experience
  • Basic computer skills
  • At least 18 years of age where applicable
  • Basic writing skills
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Proficient in math and financial management

Job Duties

  • Assist to recruit, hire, onboard and develop employees
  • Communicate job expectations to employees
  • Hold team members accountable for their behavior and performance, addressing concerns promptly
  • Support the development of team members
  • Create and maintain a guest first culture in the restaurant
  • Ensure all shifts are appropriately staffed to achieve guest service goals
  • Maintain safe, secure, and healthy environment by following and enforcing safety, food safety, and sanitation guidelines
  • Comply with all applicable laws
  • Ensure brand standards, recipes and systems are executed
  • Help prepare and complete action plans
  • Implement production, productivity, quality and guest service standards
  • Review guest feedback and restaurant assessment results and implement action plans to drive system improvements
  • Control costs to help maximize profitability
  • Execute all in-restaurant marketing promotions in a timely manner
  • Execute new product roll-outs including team training, marketing and sampling
  • Drive sales goals and track results

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