Voodoo Doughnut Assistant General Manager - Venice Beach!

Job Description

Are you ready to take on a sweet new challenge and be a part of a thriving and exciting brand? We're searching for a passionate and dynamic Assistant General Manager to help lead the opening of our first location in Venice Beach in California. With 22 locations across 9 states, we're looking for unique individuals who thrive in a fast-paced growth environment and share our love for out-of-this-world doughnuts.

As the Assistant General Manager, you'll have the unique opportunity to build and shape the brand's presence in this new market, while also delivering the iconic doughnut experience that Voodoo Doughnut is known for. In addition to the day-to-day responsibilities outlined in the job posting, you'll also be responsible for hiring and training a new team of doughnut makers and service staff, creating and executing a marketing plan to drive traffic to the store, and developing relationships with local businesses and organizations to increase brand awareness. You'll have the autonomy to make strategic decisions and to bring your personal brand of enthusiasm and creativity to this new venture.

As the ideal candidate, you're an experienced Assistant General Manager with a proven track record of leading and developing high-performing teams, creating and executing successful marketing plans, and delivering exceptional guest experiences. To qualify for this position, you should have at least 3 years of restaurant management or bakery production experience and a strong entrepreneurial spirit. You should have experience with ordering and inventory systems, and understand how to run a guest-focused business. Additionally, you should have a flexible schedule, reliable transportation, and be able to handle physical requirements such as lifting heavy objects and working with cleaning chemicals.

Responsibilities:

• Recruit, hire, train, and develop a team of doughnut makers and service staff
• Maintain inventory levels and order supplies as needed
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation standards
• Analyze financial data to make informed business decisions
• Collaborate with General Manager to create a culture of excellence, emphasizing guest service and quality products
• Foster a positive work environment, providing coaching and feedback to team members
• Communicate effectively with the Voodoo Doughnut team to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures
  
  

Qualifications:

• 3 years of experience in a similar role, ideally in the food or hospitality industry
• Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams
• Strong business acumen, with experience managing budgets and financial performance
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A passion for great doughnuts and a commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences
• A strong work ethic, with the ability to manage competing priorities and make decisions quickly and decisively
• Flexibility to work weekends and holidays, as needed
  
  

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and bonus potential based on financial performance of the store
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, disability, pet insurance and paid time off
• The opportunity to be a part of a thriving and exciting brand, with opportunities for advancement within our growing company
• A fun and dynamic work environment, with a focus on teamwork and collaboration
• Plenty of delicious doughnuts!
  
  

Join our expanding company and bring your personal brand of enthusiasm to enhance the vibrant nature of Voodoo Doughnut in Venice Beach!