Project Manager - Restaurant Services

Wendy's Project Manager

When our square shaped burgers made their first sizzle on the scene more than 50 years ago, people knew our approach wasn't like any other. Same goes for the way we support our employees. Our culture of openness, flexibility, and inclusiveness allows everybody to flourish in their own way. If you're looking for a career where you can be part of the action as we continue to grow our iconic brand We got you!

Responsible for managing, testing, implementing and integrating menu and non-menu initiatives into the Wendy's system.

Leads cross-functional RSC and field operations team members in developing, communicating, monitoring and executing tactical plans for successful implementation of new products, systems, processes and procedures into the restaurants.

This role reports directly to the Director of Operations Projects in Restaurant Services and is a development role that could serve as bench for other expanded roles in field operations or other functions.

Responsibilities

Manages and supports multiple projects through all phases, starting with discovery/concept and all the way through implementation/evaluation, as well as maintenance of business. Leads and/or supports cross-functional RSC team members to ensure successful testing, implementation and integration of new processes and procedures into the system.

Leads evaluations, market visits, hands-on training sessions, and operational roundtable discussions to ensure operational procedures are effective, efficient and clearly defined for testing and/or national implementation.

Develops and maintains quality deliverables, including detailed project plans, status reports, and steering committee and project team presentations. Supports implementation planning and communication strategies with both corporate and field stakeholders.

Completes all calendar management activities and executes all required weekly/monthly communication, while supervising and facilitating the development and execution of system conference calls and webinar meetings. Provides timely and appropriate updates to departmental leadership regarding project tasks, issues, milestones and overall timing.

Provides ongoing support to the franchise community, company field leadership and field operations on inquiries and opportunities for existing or new project processes and procedures.

Development of new project strategies, tactics and timetables for test and national implementations.

Assessment of overall operational integration and planned timing for new projects.

New product, program or equipment operational procedures, processes, training requirements including plans for tests and national implementations.

Product recipes for inventory, ordering and food cost reporting systems.

Project integration within existing departments (e.g. QSCC, safety, design, customer experience, etc.) and existing systems (e.g. labor model, customer experience cycle, operations library, storage/organization, restaurant opening guide, etc.)

What We Expect From You

Bachelors Degree (business, restaurant/hospitality management, or a related field)

Project management or Product Owner experience & proficiency in leading cross-functional teams through all phases of a project.

5+ years of restaurant operations experience including multi-level restaurant supervision.

Strong business acumen, business maturity, organizing & planning, influence, visioning, constructive conflict skills, and experience with talent development.

Proven track record of analytical skills and problem solving that drives innovative solutions to complex situations through collaboration with a variety of cross functional stakeholders.

Natural capacity to quickly establish and build effective relationships across the organization.

Established influencing, consulting and communication skills; has the ability to influence, engage and motivate people.

"Wendy's was built on the premise, "Quality is our Recipe," which remains the guidepost of the Wendy's system. Today, Wendy's and its franchisees employ hundreds of thousands of people across more than 7,000 restaurants worldwide with a vision of becoming the world's most thriving and beloved restaurant brand."

The base pay range for this position is listed below. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and budget for the open position and also may vary depending on the candidate's job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other relevant factors. This range does not include an estimated value for any benefits, bonus, or other incentives that may be applicable based on position.

Our square burgers make us different and so do our benefits! Our restaurant support roles are eligible for a wide array of benefits, including things such as parental leave, free EAP sessions, company 401k match and other great offerings. For more details about our benefits, please visit our benefits website.

Education: Bachelor's Degree

Travel: 20%

Pay Range: $99,000 - $173,000 Annually

Wendy's is an equal employment opportunity employer who may provide reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

PO BOX 256 Dublin, Ohio 43017