We are looking for an assistant manager who has been an El Pollo Loco Shift Leader or has 2 years supervisory experience within a restaurant environment. The Assistant Manager must be able to competently perform duties in the absence of the general manager.
Requirements:
- Great interpersonal, communication, and resolution skills.
- Good English written and verbal communication skills. A second language is a plus.
- Strong problem-solving abilities.
- Good observation skills.
- Strong leadership and organizational skills.
- Computer literate and basic Math skills.
- An ability to identify team weaknesses and provide coaching where necessary.
- Food Handler Card: Must have a Serve Safe Certificate or we will help you get one. Then pass the Food Safety Audit class when hired.
Responsibilities:
- Cooperate with the general manager, and assist with anything from project planning to staff management.
- Nurture positive working relationships with team.
- Delegate daily tasks.
- Address any issues in a timely fashion.
- Ensure restaurant operations comply with El Pollo Loco procedures and standards
- Ensure all menu items are prepared, portioned and presented correctly in a clean, safe and sanity manner according to all established procedures and standards.
- Ensure the restaurant is in full compliance with government standards.
- Open and close the restaurant according to standards.
- Train and develop team members.
- Create and ensure exceptional guest experiences.
- Maintain cost controls and grow sales and profits.
- Set a good example for the team.