Job Description
Job Description
Description :
Training Manager is responsible for directing the planning, design, and implementation of our training programs which results in better performance, productivity and quality of work from all restaurant team members. Responsibilities include assessing and identifying the company's training needs, maintaining & coaching our culture, being a utility player in the field (in our restaurants), and managing and directing team member training. Our training manager is regarded as a high-level problem solver within the company. They are extremely in-tuned with all levels of operations, marketing and human resources to facilitate the needs of both our guests and team members through providing an enriched training experience and all tools necessary.
Training Manager work across many departments to get team members up to speed in both their specific vertical, and the overall needs of the company. We prefer someone who has a background in hospitality, leadership, human resources, development and / or education.
Requirements :
RESPONSIBILITIES & SPECIFIC TASKS
- Develop, maintain and revise materials and systems for hourly Team Members and Management training programs
- Identifying and assessing future and current training needs
- Drawing an overall or individualized training and development plan
- Deploying a wide variety of training methods
- Implementation and monitoring all training methods and aspects
- Engage, monitor & guide participants in the Manager-In-Training program. From orientation to completion by tracking, reviewing and validating completion of program requirements
- Maintain records and prepare reports to evaluate performance and monitor progress of trainees
- Participate in new restaurant openings by organizing training schedules, creating specialized training materials and providing operational support as needed
- Execute store / site visits to perform training and operational audits, inspections, process improvement observations, and provide detailed written feedback for review by leadership team
- Facilitate classroom sessions to present training information and materials
- Cross Functional assistance with menus and promotions alongside Marketing, Operations and IT teams
- Certified Trainer Program
- In-Store Mgmt ‘Training Managers’ quarterly meetings
- Weekly reporting of new hires & communication with store managers on progress
- Administer company wide scheduling platform
- Administer online waitlist guest management platform
- Identify and assess future and current training needs through job analysis, career paths, annual performance appraisals and consultation with line managers
- Draw an overall or individualized training and development plan that addresses needs and expectations
- Conduct effective induction and orientation sessions
- Monitor and evaluate training program’s effectiveness, success and ROI periodically and report on them
- Manage training budget
- Provide opportunities for ongoing development
- Resolve any specific problems and tailor training programs as necessary
- Maintain a keen understanding of training trends, developments and best practices
SKILLS & SPECIFICATIONS
Not required, but a nod to working knowledge of the following :Hot Schedules AdministrationLMS Admin – Schoox, Wisetail or similarLMS Software Creation – ArticulateOpenTable AdministrationGoogle SuiteProven work experience as a Training Manager, or minimum five years of restaurant operations / management experienceFrequent travel around greater Houston area & College StationSkilled in assessment and development of training programsThree years of recent training program design and administration experience, preferably in restaurant industryTrack record in designing and executing successful training programsFamiliarity with traditional and modern training methods (mentoring, coaching, on-the-job or in classroom training, e-learning, workshops, simulations etc)Excellent presentation and facilitation skillsStrong writing and record keeping ability for reports and training manualsAdvanced computer skillsINTERPERSONAL SKILLS
Highly self-motivated individualDetail oriented and able to thrive in a fast paced environmentExcellent communication and leadership skillsAbility to work in a stressful environment, while meeting project deadlinesAbility to work individually, prioritize tasks and be self-drivenStrong attention to detailPossess skills in project managementDemonstrate ability to solve problems, analyze systems and data and suggest appropriate solutions.Well-built skills in organization, prioritization and time management.Attention to every information and accuracy in performance.SUPERVISION
Report directly to the COOWork simultaneously with Director of MarketingWeekly Recaps to be shared with COOTraining Coordinator report directly to this positionWORK SCHEDULE
5-day work week6-days during new restaurant openings45-50 hours a weekRotating nights and weekendsBENEFITS
Health Insurance details / rates to be confirmed with HRVacation to be discussed during interviewClosed Holidays :Close at 8 : 15 on New Year’s EveNew Year’s DayClose at 5pm on Super Bowl SundayEasterFourth of JulyThanksgiving DayChristmas DayClose at 4pm on Christmas EveDining Privileges$165 month on auto-loaded card