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Restaurant Management

Cafua Management Company, a Dunkin Franchisee, Auburn, NY, United States


A Restaurant Manager is responsible for the development of their team by providing strong, positive leadership and constructive feedback. They are responsible to deliver a great guest experience using an operational excellence model which contributes to profitable top line sales. They are responsible for the overall operation of the restaurant according to Dunkin’ standards, franchisee standards and in compliance with all applicable laws.

Guest First Culture
Embracing a guest first culture is not a strategy; it is the way we should execute our business. Start by taking personal responsibility to provide the best guest service in the industry. Together, we can accomplish this by delivering what our guests want: quality products; fast, friendly service; and a clean restaurant. Quality products are prepared using the proper systems and recipes the way the guest ordered it. Friendly service starts with you - a warm greeting, a smile, and a thank you go a long way. A clean restaurant provides the guest with the atmosphere they want. Let's make their day ... every guest, every day.

Responsibilities

Recruit, hire, train and develop employees

Communicate job expectations to employees

Plan, monitor, appraise and review employees’ performance

Provide coaching and feedback; discipline when appropriate

Create and maintain a guest‑first culture in the restaurant

Ensure all shifts are appropriately staffed with qualified Team Members 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 and systems are executed

Prepare and complete action plans; implement production, productivity, quality and guest service standards

Complete audits and implement 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

Set sales goals and track results

Requirements

Must be able to lift a minimum of 30 lbs

Must be able to stand for 6+ hours at a time

Must be 18+ years or older

Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Fluent in English

Competencies
Guest Focus

Understands and exceeds guest expectations, needs and requirements

Develops and maintains guest relationships

Displays a sense of urgency with guests

Seeks ways to improve the guest experience; asks questions, commits to follow‑through

Resolves guest concerns in a timely fashion

Touches tables in the restaurants, speaks to guests and asks for feedback on how they can improve their restaurant operations

Passion for Results

Sets and maintains high standards for self and others, acts as a role model

Consistently meets or exceeds goals

Contributes to the overall team performance; understands how his/her role relates to others

Sets, prioritizes and maintains focus on important activities

Reads and interprets reports to establish goals and deliver results

Seeks ideas and best practices from other individuals, teams, and networks and applies this knowledge to achieve results

Problem Solving and Decision Making

Identifies and resolves issues and problems

Uses information at hand to make decisions and solve problems; includes others when necessary

Identifies root cause of a problem and implements a solution to prevent from recurring

Empowers others to make decisions and resolve issuesIdentifies obstacles and eliminates road blocks

Interpersonal Relationships & Influence

Develops and maintains relationships with team

Operates with integrity; demonstrates honesty, treats others with respect, keeps commitments

Remains positive in high tension situations

Encourages collaboration and teamwork

Leads others; negotiates and takes effective action

Conflict Management

Seeks to understand conflict through active listening

Recognizes conflicts as an opportunity to learn and improve

Resolves situations using facts involved, ensuring consistency with policies and procedures

Escalates issues as appropriate

Developing Direct Reports And Others

Works collaboratively with employees to create individual development plans to strengthen employee’s knowledge and skills

Regularly discusses progress towards goals, reviews performance and adjusts development plans accordingly

Provides challenging assignments for the purpose of developing others

Uses coaching and feedback opportunities to improve performance

Identifies training needs and supports resources for development opportunities

Business and Financial Acumen

Understands guest and competition; translates and applies own expertise to address business opportunities

Approaches situations with an innovative mind and looks beyond the obvious to deliver solutions and implement change

Has a working knowledge of profit and loss and other key financial measurements in order to identify business trends, make adjustments accordingly and set goals and teach others

Understands, analyzes and communicates the key performance/profit levers and manages to these measures

What We Offer

We are a family owned and operated business.

With 200+ restaurants in our network you will have the opportunity to grow internally and learn new skills

Competitive salary

Health insurance

401k per company policy

Two weeks of vacation

Life/disability insurance

Outings, recognition contests

Employee discounts and discounted pet insurance

Complimentary and discounted meals

Monthly Bonus Plan

With 200+ locations in 6 states, Cafua Management Company is one of the largest private Dunkin Donuts franchise in the US with a People First culture. You are applying to work with a franchisee of Dunkin’ Donuts, not Dunkin' Brands, Inc., Dunkin' Donuts or any of their affiliates. If hired, Cafua Management Company will be your only employer.

Cafua Management Company is an equal‑opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding nondiscrimination. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. If you believe you have been discriminated against or have concerns about the company's compliance with EEOC guidelines, please contact our Human Resources department at HR@Cafuamanagement.com.

Skills

Ability to be flexible with working hours and weekend days are required

High School diploma, or equivalent

Transportation: to work, banking if needed, attend all meetings and training as required

Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs and stand for a period of up to 6 hours at a time

Proficient in English

At least 2 years of management experience, and experience working in the restaurant or retail industry

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