Restaurant General Manager

Columbia, MD, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Exact $65,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Flexible
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Benefits

Bonuses
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
employee discount
401(k)
Career Development

Job Description

Potbelly Sandwich Shops is a well-established, vibrant restaurant chain known for its unique blend of delicious, crave-worthy sandwiches, friendly service, and a fun atmosphere that creates good vibes in every location. Founded in 1977 as a small antique store that evolved into a popular neighborhood sandwich shop, Potbelly has grown tremendously and now serves customers through more than 400 shops across the United States. The company prides itself on its commitment to delivering outstanding product quality and exceptional customer service in a fast-paced, welcoming environment. Potbelly’s brand is centered on making people happy by combining warm hospitality with high-quality, fresh... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Must have prior general manager experience
  • Minimum of 2 years as a general manager with Profit and Loss responsibility
  • High school degree
  • Open availability
  • Must be trained and pass a food safety certification course
  • Ability to comprehend and communicate in English verbally and in writing
  • Must spend 80-90% of time on the shop floor
  • Financial literacy and ability to understand financial reports
  • Exceptional customer service skills
  • Strong time-management and organizing skills
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to delegate and follow-up
  • Ability to set budgets and maintain food and beverage cost
  • Ability to follow expectations and guidelines set by Potbelly
  • Microsoft Office skills

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum of at least 2 years as a general manager in a restaurant or retail environment with Profit and Loss responsibility
  • Experience in the restaurant industry preferred
  • High school degree required
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred
  • Strong business acumen and ability to see the big picture
  • Excellent communication skills including active listening
  • Sustained record of leading teams to success
  • Strong work ethic
  • Active learner with initiative to solve problems
  • Ability to grow other leaders
  • Humility and self-confidence
  • Ability to manage a fast-paced, high-volume, clean, customer-focused restaurant
  • Financial literacy and understanding of financial reports
  • Exceptional customer service skills
  • Strong time-management and multi-tasking skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills to select, develop, and inspire teams
  • Ability to delegate and hold team accountable
  • Ability to create and execute effective business plans
  • Microsoft Office proficiency

Job Duties

  • Select and hire great employees who represent Potbelly values
  • Train and develop all employees to the next level
  • Assess staff abilities and create effective development plans
  • Create and enforce a plan to reduce turnover
  • Delegate tasks to team and provide follow-up
  • Hold team accountable
  • Build relationships among team members and communicate goals
  • Provide timely performance appraisals
  • Educate and enforce personnel policies, labor laws, and safety procedures
  • Administer employee benefits and payroll
  • Make customers happy by delivering fast, friendly, and accurate service
  • Handle customer complaints effectively
  • Measure satisfaction and improve loyalty
  • Maintain cleanliness, maintenance, and security standards
  • Ensure product quality, safety and sanitation standards
  • Increase comp sales and meet budgeted sales each period
  • Create and lead local shop marketing plans
  • Participate in community activities
  • Control cost of goods, variances, and inventories
  • Staff and schedule to control labor costs
  • Ensure proper cash handling and deposits
  • Maintain inventory and ordering systems
  • Understand and use financial reports to increase flow-through

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

Job Location

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