The General Manager with Dave's Hot Chicken will lead the coordination and
planning of everyday business operations. The General Manager is a team builder
and helps provide support and direction to ensure the operations of the business
run smoothly.
The General Manager is always responsible and accountable for all restaurant
activities. The General Manager ensures all Restaurant Management Team and Team
Members are performing their job responsibilities and meeting expectations in
all areas of their job descriptions. The General Manager is expected to create,
execute and follow-up on the Restaurant’s Business Plan.
• Follow the steps outlined in the DHC Training Program to learn and train new
skills, duties, and responsibilities
• Communicate to their immediate Supervisor when additional training guidance
and practice is needed
• Ensure that required Ops Walks and Q&A checks to correct areas of opportunity
are being completed effectively and consistently
• Ensure that shift schedules are organized for Team Members and monitor/coach
attendance, tardiness and time off
• Understand how each job responsibility impacts Guests, the Team, and overall
Restaurant Operations and success
• Ensure the Restaurant Management Team and Team Members work together to
prepare items on the Dave’s Hot Chicken menu while following cooking
instructions, safety procedures, and sanitary requirements
• Ensure restaurant cleanliness is conducted daily by delegating the clearing of
tables, sweeping and mopping floors, washing/sanitizing/disinfecting kitchen
utensils and high touch-point areas, and servicing restrooms
• Handle Guests’ concerns and complaints professionally and calmly to resolve
problems according to Restaurant Policy
• Maintain a neat and tidy appearance by wearing a uniform and adhering to the
DHC Uniform Policy
• Are performance-oriented and performance driven; understand performance
expectations and are aware of performance results
• Provide direction/supervision/feedback for their management team & Team
Members to maintain levels of high productivity and team morale
• Institute and follow advanced cash handling policies and procedures
• Hire, train, schedule and oversee the daily tasks of their teams
• Manage purchasing, inventory, maintenance and other operational functions
• Develop strategies for better workplace efficiency and goal achievement
• Focus on building sales and forecasting future performance
• Effectively plan, organize, and implement all daily operational routines and
activities with the management team
• Ensure all required administrative duties and daily paperwork including
required checklists are completed
• Ensure Restaurant is opened and closed according to DHC Policy
• Establish an environment of trust to ensure honest, open, and direct
communication
• Role model and set a positive example for the entire team in all aspects of
business and personnel practices
• Follows all company guidelines for food and cash controls; follows all cost
control guidelines to maintain and minimize restaurant costs; properly uses all
products, supplies, and equipment facilities
• Communicate effectively with the Restaurant Management Team and Team Members
and to resolve any interpersonal issues as needed
• Current student or high school diploma/GED preferred
• Must be at least 21 years old and fluent in English
• Previous Assistant General Manager/General Manager experience
• Certified in all stations and Management positions following the DHC Training
Program
• Current ServSafe Certification
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, holidays, opening and closing shifts
• Ability to stand for long periods of time and work in a fast-paced
environment
• Ability to bend and stoop and lift 50 – 75 lbs comfortably
• Ability to work in close quarters and around heat
• Positive attitude while conducting all duties
• Commitment to Guest satisfaction. Looks at Restaurant Operations from the
Guest’s point of view • Effective communicator with co-workers and the
Restaurant Management Team
• Excellent organization, planning, time management, delegation, and
problem-solving skills
• Must have reliable transportation to work, a driver’s license and proof of
insurance
• Must have telephone or other reliable method of communicating with Restaurant
Management Team and Teammates.