Dairy Queen

General Manager

Dairy Queen  •  Concord, NH (Onsite)  •  2 months ago
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Job Description

General Manager

Oversee entire restaurant operations including financial performance, product production, inventory, personnel, sales, and marketing for the restaurant. Ensure restaurant is operated within operational guidelines established by owner and franchisor. Essential job functions include, but are not limited to:

  • Oversee and manage all areas of restaurant and make final decisions on matters of importance.
  • Ensure that all PRIDE systems and routines are incorporated into the day-to-day operations of the restaurant.
  • Responsible for the development and achievement of the restaurant’s business plan by working with the owner and interacting with ADQ Business Consultants, field staff or territory operator.
  • Ensure guest service in all areas meets company standards.
  • Respond to customer complaints, taking prompt and appropriate action to resolve problem and ensure customer satisfaction is maintained.
  • Organize and implement local restaurant marketing as well as regional and national marketing promotions to increase restaurant sales.
  • Staff, train and develop restaurant managers and hourly employees through orientations, ongoing feedback, the establishment of performance expectations and by conducting performance reviews.
  • Responsible for effective management schedules and ensuring that restaurant is properly staffed for all day parts and sales volumes.
  • Manage restaurant P&L to optimize manageable profit, control COGS, Labor, and Controllables (semi-fixed expenses).
  • Expected to exercise good judgment in decision-making and reporting issues to the Franchisee.
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities as requested by owner or owner's appointee.

Additional Responsibilities:

  • Manage the entire operation of the restaurant through the development and growth of staff, sales and profitability to meet goals established in location’s business plan.
  • Ensures the restaurant is in accordance with established company standards, policies and procedures.
  • Assists in the success of the restaurant by ensuring guest satisfaction through adhering to company standards for quality, value, service and cleanliness.
  • Maintain a positive working relationship with all restaurant to foster and promote a cooperative and pleasant working climate, which will be conducive to maximize employee morale, productivity and efficiency.
  • Three to five years of restaurant management experience preferred, QSR experience strongly preferred.
  • High School diploma or equivalent required.
  • Proven track record in management of COGS and labor.
  • Must have excellent customer service and employee relation skills.
  • Must be detail oriented with the capability to oversee all aspects of the business and multiple areas simultaneously in a fast paced environment.
  • Must be able to perform under pressure in a high volume restaurant including moving and responding quickly for long periods of time.
  • Must be able to work in and out of different temperature ranges.
  • Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Must have excellent customer service skills, exhibit good manners, proper personal hygiene, positive attitude, and promptness.

Dairy Queen

About Dairy Queen

Here at the DQ® system, we believe that HAPPY TASTES GOOD®.

Our first location opened in Joliet, Illinois, 80 years ago. Since then we’ve grown to more than 7,000 DQ® locations in the U.S., Canada and 22 other countries.

Our restaurants offer a variety of sweet treats and crave-worthy eats that hold a special place in the hearts and minds of fans of all ages, including our signature BLIZZARD® Treat.

Guided by our vision to become the world’s favorite quick-service restaurant, we’re proud of the multinational company culture we’ve built while maintaining a small community feel. Our hardworking employees believe in our mission of creating positive memories for all who touch DQ.

Headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with offices in Canada and Singapore, our corporate employees support our independent franchisees from our corporate offices and field locations around the world.

Giving back

Since 1984, the DQ system has raised more than $154 million to support Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals® in the U.S., and the Children’s Miracle Network Member Hospitals® in Canada. Every time fans and franchisees donate to these causes, every dollar stays in the community to support the local children’s hospital.

Through our corporate giving initiative, DQ Cares, we provide employees time paid time off to volunteer in their communities.

Careers

If you believe in creating happy smiles, lasting memories and unforgettable moments, we want to hear from you. To learn more about DAIRY QUEEN® careers, visit dairyqueen.com/us-en/Company/Careers/.

Franchise opportunities

To become part of our sweet success and explore franchising opportunities, visit us at dairyqueenfranchising.com.

Ownership

The DQ brand, along with the ORANGE JULIUS® brand, is privately owned by Berkshire Hathaway Inc., a company owned by the legendary investor, Warren Buffet.

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Industry
Food & Beverage
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Bloomington, Minnesota
Year Founded
1940
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