General Manager
The General Manager is a business partner accountable for leading a single Restaurant Management and Associate team to deliver Steak 'n Shake operational and financial standards on all shifts. The General Manager has overall responsibility for assessing Management and Associate performance to identify opportunities for development and coach for improvement. This position has primary accountability for the delivery and implementation of all Steak 'n Shake procedures, policies and specifications which deliver the Steak 'n Shake Vision and Mission. The General Manager will partner directly with his/her Division President and will receive market level support from his/her Human Resource Manager and Field Training Manager / Coordinator to meet the business and strategic objectives of the organization.
Responsibilities:
Create an environment of sales growth through guest focus and delivery of Steak 'n Shake procedures and policies
Identify, Train and Develop Trainers, Shift Managers, Managers and Restaurant Managers
Develop, Focus and Motivate the Management team to consistently deliver the Steak 'n Shake objectives; Delighting Guests, Eliminating Unnecessary costs, Increasing quality, and Reducing Prices
Train, Coach and Inspire Associates to deliver exceptional service, food and environment to the Guest
Lead Restaurant team to deliver on key metrics and financial expectations (Field Results Report)
Manage all restaurant costs to deliver positive cash flow
Maintain strict compliance with food, health, safety and security standards and procedures
Create a safe environment free of harassment
Deliver best in class Gold Standard service
Lead by Example
Demonstrate effective decision making and problem solving skills that support the Steak 'n Shake Principles; Relentless Pursuit of Excellence, Exceed Guest Expectations, Golden Rule, Economic Objective and Entrepreneurial Approach
Lead Labor Management system through Labor Report analysis, schedule approval and execution of shift labor management
Has the final authority over discipline and termination decisions
Has the final authority for all hiring decisions
Scope:
Implements procedures, training and programs designed by Steak 'n Shake to effectively deliver the Steak 'n Shake Mission, Vision and Principles
Interviews and hires Associates within compliance of FLSA and Steak 'n Shake guidelines
Takes responsibility for financial results
Serves as a resource to colleagues and as a mentor to less experienced Managers
Analyzes and provides solutions using Steak 'n Shake programs to resolve complex problems within the restaurant
Key Relationships:
Primary:
Restaurant Associates and Trainers
Restaurant Management
Division President
Secondary:
Field Training Manager
Human Resource Manager
Requirements:
High School graduate or equivalent education preferred
Certified in all Service and Production Stations at Steak 'n Shake or equivalent experience
ServSafe certified
Understand Steak 'n Shake policies, procedures, state laws, Health codes, Safe food handling and Sanitation procedures
Positive, motivating communication skills
Strong organization and time management skills
Strong coaching and mentoring skills
Flexible and adaptable to changing circumstances
Ability to read, write, perform mathematical calculations and analyze data
Demonstrate key principles: Golden Rule, Relentless pursuit of Excellence, Exceeding guest expectations, Economic objective, Entrepreneurial approach
Able to work in excess of 50 hours per week while standing, walking and stretching
Able to lift, carry, push and pull 30 lbs
Able to perform any task performed by a service or production associate
Able to see across the restaurant to monitor and oversee the operation
Able to legally operate a motor vehicle
Able to hear, understand and professionally respond to guest and employee inquiries, comments and concerns
Key Performance Indicators:
Field Results Report (FRR)
Key Metrics
Food Management System
Labor Management System
Effective working relationship with Above Store Leaders, Restaurant Management, colleagues and direct reports
Career Path:
Field Training Manager
Franchise Partner
Competencies:
1. Self Manages - Advanced - Expert - Expert
2. Communicates Effectively - Advanced - Expert - Expert
3. Coaches and Develops - Advanced - Advanced - Expert
4. Creates Teams - Advanced - Advanced - Expert
5. Manages Food Standards - Advanced - Expert - Expert
6. Manages Service Standards - Advanced - Expert - Expert
7. Manages Restaurant Environment - Advanced - Advanced - Advanced
8. Grows the business - Advanced - Expert - Expert
9. Plans and Manages - Advanced - Advanced - Advanced
10. Financial Accountability - Intermediate - Advanced - Advanced