New Store Opening Manager

Bay Area

Position Summary:

The Opening Manager is responsible for planning and executing activities of New Store Openings. Including hiring, training, F & E, and overall supervision of opening projects. This position will also create the blueprint for all future restaurant openings.

Essential Functions include but may not be limited to:

• Maintain an accurate and up-to-date plan of new restaurant staffing needs
• Assist in interviewing, selecting, and training new hires
• Provides directions and prioritizes objectives
• Liaise with the President to make opening decisions for operational activities and set strategic goals
• Evaluate regularly the efficiency of business procedures according to organizational objectives and apply improvements as needed
• Continuous communication with Accounting & HR Dept to assist with inventory levels, cost, and staffing
• Manage relationships/agreements with external partners/vendors
• Enforce sanitary practices for food handling, general cleanliness, and maintenance of kitchen and dining areas; compliance with operational standards, company policies, federal/state/local laws, and ordinances.
  
• Ensure a safe working and guest environment to reduce the risk of injury and accidents; complete accident reports promptly in the event that a guest or employee is injured.
• Provide direction to employees regarding operational and procedural issues.
• Develop employees by providing ongoing feedback, establishing performance expectations, and conducting performance reviews.
  
• Evaluate overall performance by gathering, analyzing, and interpreting data and metrics

Experience:

•  Minimum 5 years of experience in managing high volume restaurant operations with a focus on training and development 
•  Must be able to perform job functions with attention to detail, speed, and accuracy; prioritize, organize, and follow-up.
• Polished and professional 
• A high-energy leader with a solid track record of leading and growing an operations organization in the restaurant industry
• Excellent interpersonal skills, and communication proficiency, both written and verbal.