What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wendys General Manager position at WKS Restaurant Group?
Pay Range: $20.00 – $30.00
Listed wages are based on company-wide ranges. Actual earnings will vary based on factors such as: restaurant brand, experience, education, geography, applicable minimum wage, unit volume(s), hours worked & potential overtime pay.
The General Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the
restaurant, ensuring that all aspects of the business run smoothly and efficiently. They
are responsible for managing and developing a team of employees, maintaining high
levels of customer service, ensuring food safety and compliance, and achieving
financial and operational targets.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership
? Lead and manage a team of employees by hiring, training, motivating, and
developing staff to ensure the restaurant is operating at its best.
? Conduct onboarding and orientation for new team members in the company’s
learning management system (WKS and WeLearn).
? Conduct performance reviews to assess team performance and provide
coaching.
? Enforce uniform and grooming standards and ensure compliance with workplace
conduct policies.
? Demonstrate commitment to WKS Values: Integrity, Loyalty, Winning, Service, and
Teamwork.
Operations Management
? Oversee all aspects of restaurant operations, including scheduling, food ordering,
inventory management, ordering, and payroll.
? Ensure appropriate staffing levels based on sales volumes.
? Manage restaurant opening and closing procedures, including security protocols.
? Monitor and ensure compliance with daily walk-throughs, Wendy’s Critical
Checklists, and food safety standards.
? Conduct internal self-assessments using company tools (TrueView) and ensure
compliance with Health Department and Wendy’s Food Safety Audits.
? Complete weekly inventory counts and reporting when required or when serving
in an acting capacity.
? Cover workstations and assist during breaks when needed.
Customer Service
? Maintain high levels of customer service by ensuring all customers are served
promptly and with excellence.
? Ensure customer service and speed of service metrics are achieved as defined by
Wendy’s International and WKS Restaurant Group: Friendliness, Accuracy,
Cleanliness, Speed, and Taste.
? Resolve customer issues in a timely and professional manner using company
customer service processes (BLAST and the No Fault Policy).
Financial Management
? Manage the restaurant’s finances, including budgeting, forecasting, and
reporting.
? Meet or exceed sales and profit goals while controlling costs.
? Understand and analyze P&L statements using the company’s reporting system
(WKSConnect).
Compliance
? Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
? Ensure compliance with company timekeeping policies and report any concerns
to the supervisor.
? Maintain records, complete reports, and ensure safety and health standards are
met.
? Promptly report claims of harassment, discrimination, retaliation, wage and hour
violations, bullying, workplace violence, or other inappropriate behavior to the
District Leader and Human Resources.
Physical Requirements & Work Environment:
The General Manager must be able to perform the following physical requirements:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are
representative of those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the
essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
Physical Activity
? Reaching, carrying, writing, bending, stooping, grasping, standing, climbing,
twisting, sitting, filing documents, and walking.
? Sweeping, lifting, pushing/pulling.
? Using the telephone, computers, and restaurant technology.
? Handling cleaning chemicals in accordance with Wendy’s Total Restaurant
Cleaning Program.
? Driving occasionally if business needs require travel.
? Communicating with customers and co-workers.
Physical Requirements
? Lift up to 20 pounds regularly and up to 75 pounds with assistance.
? Physical activity may be sporadic.
? Periodic travel to meetings or nearby store locations may be required.
Work Environment
? Exposure to heat, burn hazards, wet surfaces, and cleaning chemicals.
? Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor conditions.
Requirements:
? Minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience in a restaurant setting.
? Must be at least 18 years of age.
? High school diploma or equivalent, with a bachelor’s degree in hospitality or
business management preferred.
? Excellent leadership and team management skills.
? Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
? Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
? Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
? Ability to motivate team members and manage performance.
? Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
? Knowledge of health and safety regulations as required by Wendy’s International,
WKS, and applicable local and state laws.
? ServSafe certification required.
? Proficiency with cash handling, smart safe, and POS systems (SBO.net).
? Comfortable with email and company technology platforms (WKSConnect,
WeLearn, etc.).
? Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
? Access to reliable transportation to report to scheduled shifts, trainings, and
meetings.
? Willingness to work at nearby store locations within the district as needed, based
on business demands. Reasonable notice and consideration for distance will be
provided.
Salary : $20 - $30