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To our guests, Zaxbys is more than just a place to eat – it’s a place to have fun, spend time with friends, and enjoy great food.

To our team members, Zaxbys is an indescribably great place to work!

Assistant Managers are responsible for ensuring that the restaurant delivers great experiences to guests while maintaining operational standards. You will manage the daily operations of the restaurant ensuring that the team properly follows all processes, policies, and procedures.

Why work at Zax?

BONUS POTENTIAL (Paid Quarterly): Up to 12% of Annual Earnings
FREE Meals On Shift & 50% Off Meals Off Shift
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Early Access to Pay
Recognition Program
Employee Referral Program
Opportunities to Advance

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Short and Long-Term Disability
Employer-Paid Life Insurance
401(k) With Employer Match (additional eligibility requirements)

Job Duties and Responsibilities

The individual in this position is expected to engage in the following work-related activities:

Complete all training requirements including:
Zaxbys Assistant Manager Development Plan
Food Safety Certification and Manager Certification
Any additional training required by Zax LLC
Enhance guest experiences by ensuring that team members satisfy and exceed guest expectations
Ensure team members receive proper training including ongoing coaching and development
Create an effective work schedule following company standards and local laws
Plan and delegate shift assignments including communicating expectations and adjusting as needed
Supervise, provide leadership, and coach team members to perform at their highest level of ability and strive to achieve quarterly goals
Ensure service, product quality, and cleanliness standards are consistently upheld
Communicate performance concerns to your General Manager
Assist with performance reviews and mentor and develop team members
Create and maintain a positive culture and healthy team morale through recognition and leading by example
Handle and report guest and team member complaints/concerns/injuries timely and in a friendly and respectful manner
Ensure processes, policies, and procedures are properly followed throughout daily operations
Maintain operational standards and ensure compliance with all Zaxby’s Franchising LLC and Zax LLC guidelines, policies, and procedures
Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local laws and guidelines
Utilize management tools and keep neat, accurate, and current records
Other responsibilities
Maintain an attitude of flexibility that allows performance above and beyond the parameters of this position description
Ensure the team works safely and follows all safety guidelines and procedures
Immediately report all human resources and risk management concerns to your General Manager and District Manager
Escalate other concerns to your supervisor when appropriate
All other duties necessary to ensure restaurant operations function properly

Job Qualifications

The following requirements must be met to qualify for this position.

Must be 18 years of age or older
Must have a valid driver’s license, vehicle insurance, and reliable transportation
Open availability and ability to work a minimum of 5 days and 32 to 48 hours per week
Ability to work a flexible schedule including days, nights, weekends, and holidays
Successful completion of background check
Must possess leadership qualities, organizational skills, and ability to interact cooperatively with others
1-3 years management experience required
Restaurant management experience preferred

Capability Requirements

The following capabilities are required to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue hardship on the company will be considered.

Sit, stand, and walk continuously
Occasionally stoop, bend, crouch, or climb, including the use of ladders
Frequently lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds, including lifting overhead
Continuous use of hands and wrists for grasping and fine manipulation
Communicate proficiently through speech, reading, and writing
Maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception to observe and respond to the environment
Work in an environment that features hot and cold temperature variations and exposure to food allergens
Operate and work safely with restaurant equipment including, but not limited to, knives, fryers, and potentially hazardous equipment

Zax LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment decisions based on any factor protected by federal, state, or local law.

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