Restaurant General Manager

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Panama City Beach, FL Since 1955, Waffle House has provided outstanding careers and opportunities for professional achievement unmatched in the restaurant industry. We only promote from within, which leads to significant career opportunities with 1,900+ company-owned (not franchised) restaurants, and another 1,000+ in the next 10 years. We are looking to hire high-energy leaders who value long-term career advancement. No restaurant experience is required. A 3-month paid training program and ongoing personal and career development prepare you for a career as a restaurant manager as well as multi-unit leadership roles. Responsibilities Keep records required by government agencies regarding sanitation or food subsidies. Investigate and resolve complaints regarding food quality, service, or accommodations. Maintain food and equipment inventories and keep inventory records. Monitor food preparation methods, portion sizes, and garnishing and presentation of food to ensure that food is prepared and presented in an acceptable manner. Schedule and receive food and beverage deliveries, checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity. Coordinate assignments of cooking personnel to ensure economical use of food and timely preparation. Monitor compliance with health and fire regulations regarding food preparation and serving and building maintenance in lodging and dining facilities. Count money and make bank deposits. Establish standards for personnel performance and customer service. Perform some food preparation or service tasks, such as cooking, clearing tables, and serving food and drinks when necessary. Schedule staff hours and assign duties. Arrange for equipment maintenance and repairs, and coordinate a variety of services, such as waste removal and pest control. Organize and direct worker training programs, resolve personnel problems, hire new staff, and evaluate employee performance in dining and lodging facilities. Review work procedures and operational problems to determine ways to improve service, performance, or safety. Assess staffing needs and recruit staff, using methods such as newspaper advertisements or attendance at job fairs. Order and purchase equipment and supplies. Record the number, type, and cost of items sold to determine which items may be unpopular or less profitable. Monitor budgets and payroll records and review financial transactions to ensure that expenditures are authorized and budgeted. Estimate food consumption to anticipate amounts to be purchased or requisitioned.

Career Path Restaurant Manager:

$65,000 to $85,000 (plus continuous service bonuses and a $6,000 annual bonus for having a 4-year degree) District Manager (2-3 restaurants): average time to promotion 1-2 years Division Manager (6-9 restaurants): average time to promotion 3-5 years Company Stock Ownership Unique opportunity to invest in Waffle House stock via payroll deductions of up to 10% of your income (eligible after 90 days or when promoted to Restaurant Manager) Annual Stock Options granted based on % of income Career Stock Options granted at hire and with each career promotion Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance for you and your family. Three 10-day vacations per year Paid Medical Leave, Maternity Leave, and Family Leave available after 1 year of service Work a "6 days on and 2 days off guaranteed" schedule (unmatched in the industry) In order to be considered for this position, qualified applicants must click on the apply button at the top of the page for complete details on application methods.