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Chick-fil-A, Inc.

Senior Operations Manager

northern, KY

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Chick-fil-A, Inc. lists this Senior Operations Manager opportunity in northern, Kentucky. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

Top 4 Role Priorities

Coach, support, and train other operation managers

Be a beacon of encouragement and positivity for the team

Take ownership of business results (successes & failures)

Track and improve metrics of W.H.E.D Strategy

Core Values:

Honesty & Integrity

Commitment

Pursuit of Excellence

Vision

A Sr. Ops Mgr. supports the Director of Operations in owning the numbers and results of

multiple day parts. The purpose of the Sr. Ops Mgr. role is to constantly measure and

improve those things that immediately affect the guest’s experience. The growth

aspirations of someone in this role should be to reach director-level status in the future of the

organization.

People

Assist in the hiring process of new Team Members

Assisted in coaching, training, and supporting other operations. Managers

Set team goals that are in alignment with Dir. Of Ops vision and overall organizational goals

Share scores visually and celebrate the wins with the team

Identify potential leaders and help them develop and grow both Operationally and

Relationally

Communicate effectively, share ideas, & take a positive approach to all situations

Create a LEAN culture and mindset and encourage 2-second improvements to be shared

Daily

Hold team members accountable to all policy standards, for example, timeliness, grooming, cell phones, uniforms, etc.

Train and develop Team Members in all areas and systems, work with Dir. Of Training

Development for areas of focus

Provide both formal and informal feedback to the team on an ongoing basis

Assist the training department with setting up 30-day feedback sessions with New Hires

Ensure Disciplinary action is given fairly and consistently

Quality & Customer Experience

Ensure we are executing proper procedures in order taking, hospitality behaviors, speed, and accuracy, and provide ongoing feedback to TM and the training team.

Protect the customer experience by ensuring packaging, food presentation, and quality that meet or exceed Chick-fil-A standards.

Ensure your day parts consistently and systematically meet cleanliness standards (Front Counter, Dining Room, Rest Rooms, lot, BOH, etc.)

Execute Lean Chicken Entrée at all times

Use RQA, ROE, and CEM findings to ensure consistency and quality of products and behaviors. Address areas of improvement immediately. Work with the training team to address problems and create an action list.

Maintain a Culture of Food Safety

Maintain a clean and organized environment

Ensure FOH and BOH Inventory is organized properly

Partner with the training team to execute training and roll-out of new products

Assess current systems and implement ideas for improvement

Sales & Brand Growth

Ensure speed and quality of food to retain customers

Work with the marketing team on the execution of catering orders and systems

Assist with outside events as needed

Coordinate with the marketing team about suggested selling behaviors with the FOH team members, including upselling to large, new menu items, etc.

Financial Return

Own Food Cost results for desserts, sauces, and mitigate food waste

Labor Scheduling – own labor percentage and productivity. Train Ops managers and team leaders on Labor Scheduling procedures, how to increase productivity, put “aces in their places,” appropriate times to ask for additional support, etc.

Equipment Repair & Maintenance – Utilize Facilities page on @CFA- Ensure FOH equipment maintenance is completed, become familiar with the process for damaged equipment

Execute LEAN in all areas, encouraging continuous improvement. Engage everyone at

every level.

Success Measurements (specific metrics can change as priorities and focus of business changes. It’s your responsibility to know the current goal-specific targets) How will you know this position has been successful?

Overall Goals:

CEM Overall Satisfaction

QIV 99% or higher

Mystery/Secret Shopper Score:

Food Safety Score 2 or lower.

SOS 4:30 or better

Labor Productivity Rate $100+

Customer Comments- positive and negative

Improvement in scores

Quality Improvement Visit (QIV)

Guest and FOH Environment

Front of House, Front of Outside store, and Dining Room areas must be clean at all times (fresh sanitizer

water, clean floors, and handwashing sinks)

Daily S.A.F.E Assessment

Ensure that S.A.F.E assessments are completed daily

follow up with team members and corrective actions

communicate with the training coordinator and team leaders regarding retraining team members

Food Cost/Inventory Management

Positive Food Cost Gap

Work with team members and managers to follow all policies and recipes.

Accurate tracking of waste

EVERYTHING is rung up on the POS system (waste, re-makes, etc...)

Portion Control (Prep, Waffle fries, desserts)

Labor Cost Management

Daily Labor Percentage & Productivity Rate Range

Shift management, Task completion, daily operations completed

Evaluations from Directors and Operator

Accountability among managers and leadership team (peer-to-peer feedback)

Team member feedback

Completion of action items following a leadership meeting

Training and Education

EDUCATION

High School Diploma or equivalent, Bachelor’s Degree plus

WORK SCHEDULE AND SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Hours are not guaranteed but are predictably assigned in accordance with the NYC Fair Work Week Law. Hours

are subject to change based on business needs and are assigned based on an individual’s availability, work

performance, and dependability.

Must maintain an average work week with a minimum of 38 hours a week but not more than 45 Hours

(Exempt/Salary Position)

It is the employee’s responsibility to monitor weekly hours. Any unapproved overtime is subject to disciplinary

actions and/or termination

Must be available to work on Saturdays

When multiple leaders are scheduled for a shift, the manager may have to assume the responsibilities of a regular

team member.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The hours of work can be long and the work physically demanding, so employees may find the job tiring. The restaurant

environment is likely to be noisy and busy, which can all be stressful. Managers are also on their feet for most of the

shift, so comfortable shoes must be worn, and the job is unsuitable for anyone with back problems. Stamina and

physical strength are also important; employees are expected to lift and carry heavy items regularly (at

least 25 lbs). Senior Operations Manager may be expected to start work very early or work at night. Team morale and

positivity are very important and a part of the Chick-fil-A culture.

Working at a Chick-fil-A® restaurant is more than a job – it’s an opportunity for teamwork and leadership development in a positive, people-focused environment. Most Chick-fil-A restaurants are locally owned and operated by independent, franchised Operators who invest in the future of their Team Members and give back to their communities.

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