Gas N Wash is Hiring a Car Wash Asst. Manager Near Lockport, IL
DescriptionPosition Summary:Learns how to serve as the leader and to oversee the car wash opera tion of a specific car wash, in conjunction with the Car Wash Manager; and learns how to help ensure that the store operates efficiently and in compliance with applicable Federal, State and local laws and Company policies Position ResponsibilitiesProvides customer service leadership/direction, in conjunction with the Car Wash Manager, for entire car wash and team of employees working in that location
Monitors car wash activities to ensure that transactions are taking place in the proper manner, in order to provide maximum customer service
Demonstrates customer service as a priority; handles escalated customer concerns and emergencies in absence of the Car Wash Manager. Seeks appropriate resolution for the situation while observing Company guidelines and ensuring customer satisfaction
Trains, schedules and coaches all new and current car wash attendants to ensure car wash positions are staffed to appropriately handle Customer Service needs
Ensures customer service is a priority by scheduling staff consistent with customer activity o Adheres to and trains employees on Federal, State and local regulations and ensures the sale of age restricted products are prohibited to individuals under the minimum age requirement
Helps ensure that employees follow all Company policies as detailed in the Operations Manual, and in compliance with Federal, State and local laws; including taking steps to ensure compliance with uniform, personal appearance, and customer service standards
Works in tandem with the Car Wash Manager to ensure Management/leadership is available to customers and employees at all times
Provides support to store as needed, often beyond regularly scheduled work times. If not available, ensures that a reliable back up has been provided
Assists in identifying qualified applicants, performing interviews as needed, and making employment decisions including but not limited to hiring, evaluating, scheduling, training and disciplining as needed
Ensures applications and staffing forecasts are forwarded to recruiting centers when applicable
Promotes an environment focused on customer service, satisfaction and car wash cleanliness
Maintains high staff retention by helping to develop leaders, empower employees and encourage increased employee productivity
Helps perform and supervise all minor maintenance tasks in order to eliminate inconvenience to the customer; supports procedures for additional repairs and maintains work orders
Responds quickly to all emergencies for the safety and security of customers and employees and notifies the appropriate individuals
Promotes car wash sales and selling initiatives and encourages the team to strive to reach goals/objectives. Provides suggestions for improving sales, margins and execution of all programs
Motivates and coaches car wash attendants on proper upselling techniques. Reviews sales reports to ensure the car wash is on track to achieve selling point goals and promotions
Ensures promotional signage and displays are properly updated per guidelines
Provides training to car wash attendants regarding maintenance procedures. Ensures proper preparation, presentation and maintenance of all stock levels
Demonstrates a high value for Health, Environment, Safety and Security (HES) issues, initiatives and programs in both personal and organizational responsibilities
Integrates HES into day-to-day job performance. Maintains a safe environment for all customers and employees
Ensures that employees are properly trained
Follows and complies with all health and sanitation procedures and adheres to safe work practices
Ensures that all necessary store reports and paperwork are completed accurately and in a timely fashion
Completes other duties as assigned by Management
RequirementsEducation Requirements:
High School Diploma or GED
Experience Requirements
Previous supervisory experience preferred
Retail experience a plus
Completion of required training program
Skill Requirements
Basic Computer Skills
Excellent communication skills and the ability to research and resolve issues
Knowledge of retail business management practices
Knowledge of all types of car wash equipment and related programs
Knowledge of ways to handle customer and employee injuries, incidents and accidents
Ability to perform repeated bending, kneeling, twisting and overhead reaching
Ability to stand for an entire shift
Ability to frequently lift between 5 to 20 pounds
Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
Additional Requirements
Available to work a variety of shifts and/or days of the week consistent with the demands of the retail environment which includes weekends, evenings and other high activity periods
Preferred Managerial Attributes
Exhibits strong leadership qualities and a desire to succeed
Serves as coach to employees by modeling appropriate workplace behavior
Interacts positively with employees by seeking input and providing appropriate feedback
Seeks opportunities for employees to develop skills
Identifies and attracts outgoing, customer focused individuals to build a customer driven workforce
Understands, actively demonstrates and promotes the principles of the customer service initiatives
Creates excitement around monthly selling promotions in order to drive sales goals
Empowers employees to make non-personnel related decisions in absence of immediate Manager
Fosters a work environment where good performance is recognized and rewarded
Demonstrates the required competencies needed to become a Car Wash Manager, and is willing and available to be promoted to any available location in the market area