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Potbelly

Restaurant Assistant Manager

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $16.00 - $18.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Group Life Insurance
Paid Time Off

Job Description

Potbelly Sandwich Shops is a well-established and beloved restaurant chain that started in 1977 as a small antique store before transforming into a neighborhood sandwich shop famous for its delicious food and welcoming atmosphere. Over the decades, Potbelly has expanded to over 400 locations across the United States, creating a distinct culture where good vibes and great careers are the foundation for success. Known for its craveable sandwiches, fresh ingredients, and fun environment, Potbelly has become a staple in communities nationwide, striving to make people happy not only through food but also through exceptional customer service and a supportive work... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Must represent our values
  • Minimum of at least 2 years management experience in either a restaurant or retail environment
  • High school degree
  • Food safety certification required through appropriate local or national agency
  • Ability to comprehend and communicate in English via verbal and written communication
  • Ability to manage a fast-paced, high-volume, customer-focused restaurant through organization and coordination of schedules, supervision and counseling of employees, problem-solving, maintaining cleanliness, execution of marketing plans, training employees and providing great customer service
  • Ability to maintain deadlines and prioritize while running an effective shift
  • Exceptional customer service skills
  • Strong business acumen
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task
  • Ability to build and develop strong teams and handle conflict resolution
  • Strong interviewing skills
  • Ability to write effective schedules and maintain labor goals
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum of at least 2 years management experience in either a restaurant or retail environment
  • High school degree
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred
  • Ability to comprehend and communicate in English via verbal and written communication
  • Ability to manage a fast-paced, high-volume, customer-focused restaurant
  • Exceptional customer service skills
  • Strong business acumen
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task
  • Ability to build and develop strong teams and handle conflict resolution
  • Strong interviewing skills
  • Ability to write effective schedules and maintain labor goals
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office

Job Duties

  • Train, coach and develop Potbelly associates and shift leaders
  • Formally evaluate associate and shift leader performance including completion and sign off of appraisals
  • Conduct weekly feedback sessions with associates, certified trainers and shift leaders
  • Know, enforce and educate associates, certified trainers and shift leaders on all appropriate work rules, personnel policies, labor laws, and security and safety procedures
  • Effectively recommend and/or implement appropriate corrective action
  • Effectively recommend the hiring and retention of associates, certified trainers and shift leaders
  • Execute a plan to decrease turnover and improve associate's job satisfaction

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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