Regional Manager of Asian Cuisine

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.