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Director of Operations
Location:
Smyrna, GA
Description:
Overview The Director of Operations is responsible for supporting the mission, vision and values of First Watch through all that he/she does in their role every day. The DO's primary purpose is to develop General Managers and restaurant management teams to build and increase sales over the previous year and improve profitability, while ensuring employee and guest satisfaction, without compromising the integrity or You First culture of the concept. The Director of Operations is responsible for the success of all First Watch operations within their span of control (5-8 direct reports and 200-300 employees). Responsibilities Leads operational activities for a group of First Watch Restaurants by performing the following in accordance with Company guidelines regarding management development, sales, and profitability, planning and customer and employee relations Trains, coaches and develops General Managers and Operations Managers, through timely performance and observation feedback and evaluations Follows up on training of MIT's/CAFE's and hourly employees. Works closely with the Training General Manager to monitor progress Ensures development of Operations Managers within compliance of the FW management development programs Through effective manpower planning executes the continuous development of the management team and ensures timely and cost effective recruitment of restaurant level management and their training within First Watch Ensures the maintenance of a safe and harassment free workplace in all restaurants Takes quick and responsible action in solving problems and able to uses reason when dealing with individual or staff performance based issues to include personality conflicts Develops for prior approval and then meets or exceeds the area's budget, including capital investments, General and Administrative expenses Promotes First Watch outside the restaurant Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent - concentration in food & beverage, business, marketing or management is preferred Five to seven years of progressive leadership experience in multi unit restaurant industry operations Proven track record of achieving results and building & maintaining successful teams Passion for providing excellent service and quality Ability to partner and build relationships while demonstrating leadership and integrity and promoting team success Extensive knowledge of the principles, procedures, and best practices in the industry Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced, dynamic environment Valid driver's license and ability to travel frequently within assigned market Who We Are First Watch is an award-winning Daytime Dining concept serving made-to-order breakfast, brunch and lunch using fresh ingredients. A recipient of hundreds of local "Best Breakfast" and "Best Brunch" accolades, First Watch's chef-driven menu includes elevated executions of classic favorites along with First Watch specialties such as the Quinoa Power Bowl, Farm Stand Breakfast Tacos, Avocado Toast, Chickichanga, Morning Meditation (juiced in-house daily), Spiked Lavender Lemonade and its signature Million Dollar Bacon. In 2023, First Watch was named the top restaurant brand in Yelp's inaugural list of the 50 most loved brands in the U.S. In 2023 and 2022, First Watch was named a Top 100 Most Loved Workplace in Newsweek by the Best Practice Institute. In 2022, First Watch was awarded a sought-after MenuMasters honor by Nation's Restaurant News for its seasonal Braised Short Rib Omelet and recognized with ADP's coveted Culture at Work Award. First Watch operates more than 530 First Watch restaurants in 29 states. For more information, visit www.firstwatch.com . First Watch is an equal-opportunity employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, First Watch will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
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