Assistant Manager

Assistant Manager Independence, OH
PAY TRANSPARENCY
$48,000 – $50,000 base salary range bonus potential based on location, skills and qualifications. Compensation offered is subject to local wage and hour laws.
The Assistant Manager is the co-leader of the Potbelly shop! They should bring their good vibes every day to create an environment of belonging and teamwork in order to make Potbelly a fun place for our team members and customers, too.
Whats In It For You:
Competitive pay with performance-based annual raises!
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Domestic Partnership Benefits
Paid Parental Leave
FSA and HSA with Employer Contribution
Commuter Benefit Program
Retirement Savings 401(k) with company match
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off
Discount Program
Flexible Work Schedule
Career growth opportunities
If hired, you must meet and maintain all eligibility requirements to qualify
What you bring to the table…
You want to delight customers with great food and good vibes
You are friendly and customer service oriented
You have strong written and verbal communication skills
You love working in a fast-paced environment
Youre a team player
You enjoy problem-solving
Open availability preferred
Youre able to maintain deadlines and prioritize while running an effective shift
You have strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask
You can handle the heat of the kitchen – knife skills are a plus!
You enjoy higher levels of noise from music, customer and employee traffic
You can manage potential allergens: peanut products, egg, dairy, gluten, soy, seafood and shellfish
You are able to build and develop strong teams and handle conflict resolution
You have strong interviewing skills
Youre able to write effective schedules and maintain labor goals
You have knowledge of Microsoft Office
You have strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask
You have a strong business acumen
Minimum of at least 2 years management experience in either a restaurant or retail environment preferred
Youre able to stand/walk for 8-9 hours or as needed
You have the ability/stamina to work a minimum of 45 hours per week
Youre able to lift up to 10 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally
Illinois Applicants – all IL employees are required to become food safety certified within 30 days of employment
Job Duties and Functions
Train, coach and develop Potbelly Associates and Shift Leaders
Effectively interview and recommend the hiring of Associates, Certified Trainers and Shift Leaders
Develop and maintain a Good Vibes culture that fosters strong attraction & retention
Effectively schedule Associates, Certified Trainers and Shift Leaders
Update communication board with critical shop information
Attend regularly scheduled meetings
Ensure all security procedures are followed
Ensure back-of-the-house procedural standards are met
Count drawers and follow proper daily cash handling procedures
Effectively drive neighborhood shop marketing and promotions to maximize sales potential, including sourcing and blitzing outside of shop for recruiting and marketing purposes
Assists General Manager with the control of cost of goods, variances and inventories within the shop
Control assigned P&L line items
Ability to maintain deadlines and prioritize while running an effective shift
Comply with health and safety standards for food, cleanliness and safety
Effectively handle customer complaints/issues
Others duties as assigned
-As a requirement of the position, all Shift Leaders and Managers must be trained and pass a Food Safety Certification course. In Illinois, certification is required through the Illinois Department of Public Health, while in all other states certific