(Grocery) Regional Manager of Asian Cuisine
Company: Yummi Sushi
Location: Glendale
Posted on: October 3, 2024
Job Description:
Description:Job Summary:The Regional Manager of Asian Cuisine
Operations and Merchandising will strategize and supervise our
franchise operations within the designated region, with a focus on
Asian cuisine programs such as sushi, dumplings, pan-Asian dishes,
and more. This role is pivotal in enhancing operational efficiency,
driving regional financial growth, boosting performance, and
nurturing the growth of our programs. The position demands a
skilled professional experienced in regional management, coaching,
strategic merchandising decisions, and analyzing Profit and Loss
(P&L) statements.Supervisory Responsibilities:
- Recruit and train managers, aligning them with our company's
vision and regional objectives.
- Oversee the schedules and workflows of managers specializing in
Asian cuisine, ensuring an efficient and productive regional work
environment.
- Conduct performance evaluations, providing targeted feedback to
foster employee development.
- Enforce company policies during disciplinary actions and
termination procedures within the region.Primary
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with local retailers to align strategies and
enhance program performance, coordinating with local merchandisers
and retail leadership.
- Implement and oversee Brand and Regulatory Compliance Audit
Checklists, ensuring compliance within regional Asian cuisine
franchises.
- Formulate, initiate, and manage merchandising strategies within
the region, driving customer engagement and sales growth.
- Monitor and manage inventory of Asian cuisine items,
maintaining optimal levels, and minimizing turnover and
shrinkage.
- Interpret audits and coach franchisees within the region to
ensure compliance.
- Actively engage in regional franchisee recruitment to attract
potential franchise partners.
- Supervise and support managers, providing development and
guidance as necessary.
- Manage regional Asian cuisine franchise operations, executing
strategies for peak performance.
- Set and enforce metrics, guidelines, and standards to assess
the efficiency and effectiveness of regional Asian cuisine
programs; continuously seek improvement opportunities.
- Evaluate and refine Asian cuisine program procedures within the
region to enhance efficiency.
- Develop and enforce policies to streamline daily operations,
increase customer satisfaction, and elevate the regional Asian
cuisine experience.
- Oversee regional budgets and cost of sales for all Asian
cuisine operations, ensuring alignment with financial
objectives.
- Communicate new directives, policies, or procedures to
managers, conducting regional staff meetings to discuss significant
changes, address questions, and maintain morale.
- Generate comprehensive monthly reports and cultivate strong
relationships with managers, franchisees, and merchandisers within
the region.
- Address stakeholder inquiries promptly, offering effective
solutions.
- Conduct regular visits to regional stores to monitor adherence
to company standards for Asian cuisine operations.
- Assist in recruitment for stores, new store openings, and
franchise transfers within the region.
- Monitor Asian cuisine sales in the region, identifying
continuous growth opportunities.
- Develop and maintain fruitful relationships with regional
Merchandisers.
- Oversee the recruitment and onboarding of new managers and
supervisors specializing in Asian cuisine within the
region.Qualifications:
- Technical Skills: Expertise in Asian cuisine operations, food
preparation and presentation, and a comprehensive understanding of
regional Asian cuisine lines, including sushi, dumplings, and
pan-Asian dishes.
- Merchandising Skills: Proficiency in merchandising, product
display strategies, understanding of customer behaviors and market
trends within the region, and driving sales through effective
merchandising.
- Regulatory/Food Safety & Brand Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of
food safety regulations and our Asian cuisine product line within
the regional context.
- Problem-Solving Skills: Efficient operational problem-solving,
and capacity to address and resolve critical operation's issues
promptly within the region.
- Leadership Skills: Strong administrative, interpersonal, and
mentorship skills, with a proven track record of managing multiple
projects simultaneously within a regional setting.
- Additional Skills: Strategic thinking capabilities, excellent
communication skills, and a willingness to undertake challenging
tasks beyond the role's primary responsibilities.Education and
Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in business administration; preferred.
- At least 8 years of experience in operations management,
ideally within the food and beverage industry or franchise
management at a regional level.
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in managing and
merchandising Asian cuisine, preferably in a regional franchise
context.
- Receive and maintain ServSafe Manager Certification.Physical
Requirements:
- Ability to sit for prolonged periods at a desk and work on a
computer.
- Ability to lift up to 15 pounds occasionally.
- Ability to travel frequently within the region to oversee
franchise operations, implement merchandising strategies, and
foster business partnerships.
- Ability to Operate in confined spaces (kiosk).Equal Opportunity
Statement:We are an equal opportunity employer, deeply valuing
diversity. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment
for all employees, basing employment decisions on merit,
qualifications, and regional business needs.Other Duties:Please
note this job description isn't exhaustive. Duties and
responsibilities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any
time with or without
notice.Requirements:PI2a6b18637ea3-31181-35399720
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