Small Business Consultant - Restaurant Operations and Growth
Job Overview
Employment Type
Temporary
Consulting
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $50.00 - $55.00
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional Development
flexible schedule
Commuter Benefits
Job Description
The Orange County / Inland Empire Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network is a federally funded program supported in part by the U.S. Small Business Administration and the California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development. Hosted by California State University, Fullerton (CSUF), the SBDC serves as a vital resource for entrepreneurs and small business owners in Orange County by offering no-cost technical assistance. This assistance includes consulting, training, and information services designed to help pre-venture, start-up, and small businesses thrive in a competitive marketplace. The network's overarching goal is to foster sustainable business growth and economic development within the... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in business or related field or equivalent business management/financial analysis experience
- minimum four years business management or two years business ownership experience
- experience in restaurant industry operations and growth
- ability to lift up to 25 pounds
- ability to do periodic bending and long periods sitting and operating a computer
- willingness to travel as needed
- effective communication skills
- ability to work collaboratively
- commitment to meet grant funding guidelines
- background check clearance
Job Qualifications
- Previous or current small business owner
- deep understanding of small business issues related to food businesses and restaurants
- experience owning one or multiple restaurant locations
- extensive knowledge of day-to-day restaurant operations, employee management, budget analysis, pricing models, inventory control, health department compliance, and lease negotiations
- proven ability managing multi-unit restaurant operations
- expertise in creating and implementing growth strategies including market analysis, site selection, and operational scaling
- skills in developing standard operating procedures for quality and consistency
- ability to manage budgets and assess readiness
- experience in hiring, training, and retaining staff for scalability
- knowledge of menu design to maximize profitability and efficiency
- proficiency in supplier relationship and logistics management
- ability to analyze sales, labor, and operational data for strategic decisions
- experience advising small businesses
- effective oral and written communication skills
- ability to maintain effective work relations with staff, clients, agencies, and business resources
- computer proficiency with various software packages
Job Duties
- Provide consulting, training, and information services to pre-venture, start-up, and small businesses
- Maintain client database and prepare detailed written assessments with recommendations
- Keep abreast of business trends, techniques, and processes
- Collaborate with peers and the business community to expand expertise
- Conduct community outreach including public presentations and service on economic development boards
- Travel as required for county-wide job functions
- Complete all forms and maintain client files as required by the SBA
- Document assistance and outcomes of consulting and training sessions
- Provide timely reports related to client milestones and economic success
- Perform other duties as assigned
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Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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