District Manager

Summary:

Premium Loaves Inc. is one of the best, largest, and fastest growing Jimmy John's franchise groups operating 50+ locations in the Midwest and Texas. Here, every day is an opportunity for personal development, and we strive to make each day more than just a paycheck. We're creating rewarding career opportunities in a fun and exciting culture. Join us on our mission, contribute to our vibrant atmosphere, and be part of a team that truly values its members.

The District Manager operates and oversees all aspects of a multi-unit market (2-5 stores). You'll be responsible for leading and developing your store management teams, ensuring customer satisfaction and achieving targeted financial performance.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy & Business Planning:

• Execute on Business Plan & Strategic Initiatives (Quarterly "Rocks") for the district.
• Educate and drive General Managers and Assistant Managers on their role in corporate strategy. Including Customer Service & Sales Growth Initiative execution.

Financials Management:

• Manage district sales, COGs, and labor.
• Manage District operating expenses.
• Proposes Period Goals to Area Director to achieve Annual Business Plan.
• Identify & execute action plans for "off track" District sales, COGS, and Labor.

Operational Excellence:

• Daily engagement and support with store operations to improve operational efficiency, adherence to systems and procedures, and overall quality of service.
• Oversee District inventory management.
• Deliver District audit performance by a minimum of 85%.
• Provide GMs with leadership and guidance to solve day-to-day operational challenges (staffing, inventory, etc.).
• Manages preventative maintenance, upkeep, or replacement of equipment and supplies.

Customer Service & Sales Growth:

• Drive District execution of Customer Service and Sales Processes to achieve targeted sales, VOC, attach rates, traffic, and ticket average targets.
• Identify and execute action plans for "off track" District customer service and sales targets.

People Management:

• Leads District Operations organization including recruiting, training, development, performance management & succession planning.
• Responsible for General Manager development and bench. Right people in the right seat for GMs and ASMs.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must be able to read and write and communicate in English.
• Position requires bending, reaching, stooping, climbing, repetitive motions, cognitive skills, lifting up to 50 pounds, standing and moving about the entire workday.
• Ability to establish priorities, work independently, and proceed with objectives without supervision.
• Ability to handle and resolve customer and employee issues.
• Ability to handle stress and high-volume operations.
• Computer skills and ability to use Excel, Word, and various reporting and accounting systems.
• Willing to be on call nights, weekends and holidays as business needs arise.

Minimum Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 years of Jimmy John's operations experience (or equivalent Quick Serve Restaurant experience), with increasing management responsibility.
• Demonstrates knowledge of restaurant operations, execution standards, and strategies.
• A track record of developing associates for higher levels of responsibility.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience implementing solutions.

Top Candidates will have:

• Prior Experience as an Area Manager, Area Supervisor or District manager with Jimmy John's or other QSR industry brand.
• Experience in a complex, fast-paced environment
• Experience in a multi-unit environment
• Experience evaluating and managing Profit and Loss / Income Statements
• 2 or 4 year College Degree, preferably with coursework completed in Business or Accounting.

What we will provide you:

• Competitive base salary and bonus based on performance
• Paid holidays and vacation days
• Company vehicle or mileage reimbursement
• Jimmy John's General Manager and District Manager training and certification
• Centralized administrative, accounting, payroll and HR support
• Active support from the executive team and the Director of Operations for your local market
• Teamwork with a network of co-workers and peers at 50+ stores across 4 states
• Future career opportunities at a growing company