Restaurant Store Assistant

Cleveland, OH, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $14.50 - $21.25

Work Schedule

Flexible

Benefits

Unlimited tip pooling

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

term life insurance

Accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

short-term disability

Paid vacation

paid company holidays

401(k) matching

Tuition Reimbursement

stock purchase plan

Employee Discount Program

Discount Meal Benefit

Wellness Plan

Job Description

Circle K is a leading global convenience store brand with a rich history of providing quality products and excellent customer service. The company operates thousands of stores worldwide, including this location at 318 Center Street, Chardon, Ohio. Known for its commitment to innovation, community involvement, and operational excellence, Circle K offers a dynamic work environment where employees are valued and encouraged to grow. This establishment plays a crucial role in serving the local community with convenience and efficiency, offering a wide range of products and services designed to meet the diverse needs of its customers.

The Restaurant Assistant Manager position at Circle K is a key leadership role within the restaurant operations team. This role supports the Restaurant Manager by overseeing daily restaurant activities, ensuring guests receive exceptional service, and maintaining high operational standards. The Assistant Manager acts as a coach and mentor to restaurant team members, fostering a positive and productive work environment. This position requires flexible availability, strong leadership skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently. Salary for this role ranges from $17.00 to $21.00 per hour, reflecting the importance of experience and skill in delivering operational success.

The Restaurant Assistant Manager plays a vital part in maintaining quality, safety, and profitability. Responsibilities include supervising team members, ensuring compliance with health department regulations, managing inventory and cash controls, and assisting with administrative duties in the absence of the Restaurant Manager. The role demands excellent communication skills, integrity, and a contagious positive attitude to inspire the team. Candidates must be able to work effectively under pressure, handle physical demands such as lifting and standing for long periods, and navigate a fast-paced restaurant environment. This position embodies Circle K's core values: One Team, Do the Right Thing, Takes Ownership, and Play to Win.

Circle K offers an attractive benefits package for the Restaurant Assistant Manager, including unlimited tip pooling, medical, dental, vision, and various insurance plans, paid vacation and holidays, 401(k) matching, tuition reimbursement, and employee discounts. This comprehensive support underscores the company’s commitment to its employees' well-being and professional development. Overall, the role is ideal for individuals seeking a challenging, rewarding career in restaurant management with a reputable and growing company.

Job Requirements

high school diploma or equivalent
prior experience in restaurant or retail management preferred
strong leadership and interpersonal skills
flexible availability including nights, weekends, and holidays
ability to work in a fast-paced environment
valid state driver's license
ability to perform physical tasks including lifting and standing for long periods
effective communication and coaching skills
integrity and commitment to company values
ability to handle stress and maintain professionalism under pressure

Job Qualifications

full time required
availability during all hours of operation and at least one hour pre-opening and post-closing required
valid state driver's license required
excellent communication skills
motivates, coaches, and leads team members
acts with integrity
keeps commitments
contagious positive attitude
focuses on achieving results while having fun
ability to gain control during stressful situations
exhibits a sense of urgency
team player who can work well with others or independently
frequently bend, twist at waist, kneel, squat, stand, and walk
occasionally climb and descend ladders
tolerate extreme cold and hot temperatures and work in and around fryers, ovens, grills, coolers, freezers, sharp objects, and loud noises
reach, grasp, and manipulate objects with hands for entire shift, including reaching for objects overhead
push, pull, lift, and carry up to 10 lbs frequently and up to 50+ lbs occasionally, including lifting from ground to overhead

Job Duties

provides excellent guest service in a fast and friendly manner
coaches and corrects team
conducts second interviews for team members and shift leads
maintains a clean restaurant environment by cleaning and performing general housekeeping duties
assigns shift duties to team members and follows up to ensure completion
directs team and ensures all food items are prepared and served in accordance with all brand, company, and health department regulations
coaches team members to follow guidelines for food preparation and production management
cascades relevant information to team members and assists with new product training
responsible for placing campaign materials upon request
ensures product quality, food safety, and operational standards are met
monitors and ensures accuracy of all cash, sales, and inventory control records for the duration of the shift
completes end of shift and end of day paperwork and counts as required
communicates any discrepancies to immediate supervisor
in absence of the restaurant manager, completes daily, weekly and end of period paperwork, inventory counts, cash counts, truck orders, and other administrative duties as required
guarantees a safe environment for team members and guests by following all government laws and safety codes
completes reports on all incidents following 5-minute rule policy
partners with the restaurant manager and takes ownership to ensure all financial and operational metrics are met, resulting in a profitable restaurant
lives company values: one team, do the right thing, takes ownership, play to win