Job Description
Job Description
General Manager Job DescriptionEmployer : You are employed by Smoothie Sailing LLC. We are an independent franchisee of Smoothie King Franchises, Inc.
Job Purpose
Contributes to Smoothie Kings success by leading his / her team to create and maintain an exceptional Guest experience while upholding brand standards as well as modeling and acting in accordance to Smoothie King core values. The General Manager is involved in all areas of store operations which include :
- Leading and developing of their team
- Ensuring an exceptional Guest experience
- Providing a high quality product
- Maximizing sales performance
- Driving profitability while maintaining a fun and welcoming atmosphere
Duties and Responsibilities
Action-Orientated
Reviews store environment and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to identify problems, concerns, and opportunities for improvement and adjusts accordinglyDrives implementation of company programs through action planning and inspiring team to meet operational standardsDevelops local store marketing plans to support brand initiativesInitiates community outreach through marketing and special eventsUses operational tools such as Business Review, Cash Management, Log Labor Matrix, and Inventory Management tools to achieve Operational ExcellenceBuilding Effective Teams
Challenges the team to achieve resultsManages, actively by utilizing performance management tools to support organizational objectives provide feedback, set goals and utilize learning management systemRecognizes and reinforces individual and team accomplishments by using existing tools and programs as well as finding new, creative and effective methods of recognitionUtilizes and demonstrates effective management practices to create and maintain a successful store team resulting in an environment where team feels valued and respectedComposure
Handles differences between Guests and Team Members without escalating the situationCommunicates unexpected situations to Team Members calmly and without showing resistance and / or frustrationIs considered a confidant and / or resource in a tough situationDrive For Results
Ensures team adhere to legal and operational compliance requirementsAdheres to all company food safety procedures while ensuring all Team Members are in compliance as wellGuest Focus
Encourages Guest comes first attitudeTrains and holds team accountable for delivering an exceptional Guest ExperienceSolicits Guest feedback to understand Guest satisfactionHiring & Staffing
Delegates and communicates appropriate responsibilities and practices to team to ensure smooth flow of operationsManages stores staffing levelsIntegrity and Trust
Manages team with integrity, honesty, and knowledge that promote the culture, values and mission of Smoothie KingFulfills cash handling, financial and inventory reporting responsibilities with honestyTime Management
Sets priorities for Team and themselves each dayRelies on their team by delegating Daily Checklist tasks to Team Members on shiftPlans ahead for managerial activities / tasks that fall outside of a normal days task(s)Shows up on time for workCompletes required checklists and paperwork with no outstanding items by due datesExperience Requirements
3 Years Guest Service experience in a restaurant or retail environment1 Year Supervision1 Year Experience analyzing financial reports (Labor & COG)Essential Job Functions
Demonstrated experience building community relationshipsAbility to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and writtenAbility to manage store operations independentlyAbility to manage effectively in a fast paced environmentAbility to manage resources to ensure established service levels are maintained at all timesException Interpersonal SkillsKnowledge of guest service techniquesKnowledge of supervisory practices and proceduresOrganization and planning skillsStrong problem solving skillsTeam building skillsStrong leadership skills with the ability to coach and mentor othersAbility to plan and organize work loadAbility to handle confidential and sensitive informationAvailable to work flexible schedule including nights and weekendsAbility to tolerate exposure to a wide variety of fresh, dried and / or frozen products, and powdered substances, including, but not limited to, strawberries, bananas, peanuts, tree nuts (such as almonds), milk, soy, proteins, grains and spices without posing a direct threat to personal health and safetyAbility to follow procedures and willingness to comply with dress code requirementsAbility to keep the store clean and follow food safety regulationsAbility to operate a blender and POS cashier systemAbility to move boxes, weighing up to 55 lbs throughout the storeAbility to position self to bend, reach and scoop through assigned shiftsAbility to be mobile in walk-in refrigerator and freezer with temperatures ranging from 40 F to -10 F