Restaurant Assistant Manager

A&W Restaurants in Williams Lake, BC, located at 1039 Highway 97 South, Williams Lake, BC V2G 2W3, is looking for permanent full-time Assistant Manager to start immediately.Compensation: $47,750 per annum, depending upon experience and/or completion of in-house training. Base salary of $42,000. Potential Quarterly Bonus: 7.5% of salary.Benefits: include an extensive single or family Medical/Dental Benefit which comprises of Pharmaceuticals, Hospital Care, Paramedical, Medical Equipment, Travel, Visioncare, Long Term Disability, Basic and Optional Life, AD&D, along with an optional Group RRSP.The McMurray Group is a franchise company with 40+ A&W restaurants extending across British Columbia and the Yukon Territories. We take pride in offering our employees a job like no other, and a work environment that can't be found anywhere else. Our working environment is based on respect and listening. Everyone's efforts and results are recognized and celebrated.ROLEThe Assistant Manager works together with the Manager, supervising overall shift and daily operations of the restaurant. The Assistant Manager is responsible for operating the restaurant according to A&W Standards, Provincial WCB, and Employment and Health regulations on a daily basis and would be able to continue smooth operations of the restaurant in the absence of the Manager.RESPONSIBILITIESResponsible for the overall operation of the restaurant. Responsible for managing the restaurant to A&W standards, Provincial WCB, Employment and health regulations. OperationsBalance key goals – high quality, speed of service and cost control through effective management of the operating system.Maintains A&W standards daily and conducts Performance reports regularly; recognizes areas for improvement and acts where improvement is neededSchedules staff and shift roles responsibilitiesKnowledge of climate goals and ensuring they are practiced daily Human ResourcesRecruits and hires hourly staff (Participates in hiring decisions for supervisory positions in conjunction with the Manager and Area Manager)Trains, develops, confronts poor performance and terminates staff.Leads meetingsEnsures staff safety and a healthy, motivating work environment applying Daily Climate.Documents critical incidents and reports them to key individualsEnsures monthly health and safety meetings with a restaurant walk through are being completed and takes corrective action to address any issues FinancialCompletes daily, weekly, and period accounting administrationManages inventory control, ordering, cost control and weekly inventory countsApplies cash and food cost management principles CustomersEnsures that cleanliness standards and safe food handling practices are met.Ensures high level of service to guests through efficient preparation, stocking, and staff positioningAssists Manager with local store marketingManages accidents or complaints, implementing service recovery programEnsures teams appearance is up to standardQUALIFICATIONS2-3 years experience in a restaurant supervisory roleStrong interpersonal skills and proven leadership with supervisory experienceExpertise in all restaurant positionsComplete knowledge of the Operating SystemComprehensive knowledge of Operating StandardsHigh interest in developing othersAbility to do accounting and manage administrative aspects of the operationPREFERRED SKILLSAcceptable oral and written communication skillsCompetency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, and OutlookAbility to lead meetingsADDITIONAL NOTESPhysical DemandsStanding and walking for extended periods.Some heavy lifting