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UFG, Inc.

Business Advisor - The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill

RemoteUnited States only
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Full-time
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Franchise Business Advisor for a fast-casual restaurant brand; requires restaurant operations and sales/business-operations experience and ability to read P&L. Must have an eligible driver’s license, valid auto insurance, and be willing to travel 50–75% for franchise support and new store launches. Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, CRM and scheduling tools; POS/accounting systems are a plus.

Core skills

Franchise OperationsP&L analysisRestaurant Operations

Required skills

Microsoft OfficeInternet ExplorerGoogle ChromeCustomer Relationship Management (CRM) systemsscheduling softwareMicrosoft Office SuiteCRM systems

Optional skills

Point-of-sale (POS) softwareaccounting software

What you'll do

  • Provide franchisees with industry training and support in assigned region while driving profitability
  • Be part of new store launches
  • Build, drive, and implement a strong Catering program to franchisees
  • Implement franchisee store Startup Program
  • Maximize restaurant profits at each location through business performance, P&L reviews, training, and store operation evaluations
  • Oversee the operations of multiple restaurants
  • Develop sales strategies and business development plans
  • Collaborate with the marketing team to execute local campaigns (active and digital)
  • Understand KPIs & analytics
  • Train and reinforce the franchise model, system, and best practices
  • Guide, train, and manage hourly employees, management, and supervisors
  • Ensure that all branches follow safety, health, and business laws and regulations and operation of essential equipment
  • Compile brand compliance data
  • Uphold brand standards of excellence and service, guaranteeing quality performance
  • Organize and implement training programs for franchisees to increase brand awareness in your region
  • Participate in regional meetings; complete, maintain, and process required paperwork
  • Maintain a high level of knowledge and skills in all areas of operations and training
  • Consult with franchisees to ascertain and define needs or problem areas and determine scope of investigation required to obtain solutions
  • Advise Brand Leader on issues identified through communication with franchisees
  • Follow up with franchisees on a weekly/bi-weekly basis to ensure the best results
  • Help franchisees upgrade their image and compile brand compliance data
  • Maintain daily and weekly schedule in Microsoft Outlook (minimum of two weeks in advance)
  • Be responsible for building and following instructions for new location setups, including understanding and using required tools
  • Take initiative to advance programs that will benefit the brand and all franchisees
  • Travel 50-75% in and outside region
  • Organize and implement training programs for franchisees with increasing brand awareness in your region
  • Follow up with franchisees on weekly/bi-weekly basis to ensure the best results
  • Maintain a daily and weekly schedule in Microsoft Outlook (minimum of two weeks in advance)
  • Responsible for building and following instructions for new location setups; including having full understanding of tools and ability to use

What they require

  • Bachelor's degree (B.A., B.B.A., or B.S.) or equivalent from four-year college or university; or Associate's degree (A.A. or A.S.) or equivalent; or one to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Internet Explorer or Google Chrome, Customer Relationship Management systems, and scheduling software
  • Point-of-sale (POS) software and accounting software are a plus (Preferred: Point-of-sale (POS) software; Preferred: accounting software)
  • Eligible driver’s license and valid automobile insurance is required
  • A credit card with an available credit limit to cover expenses
  • Strong background in related industry and specific production techniques
  • Sales and business operations experience and the ability to read a profit and loss
  • Restaurant experience a must
  • Must be willing to travel 50-75%, and as needed for Tradeshows, Regional Meetings, and other meetings as assigned
  • Bachelor's degree (B. A., B.B.A., or B.S.) or equivalent from four-year college or university; or Associate's degree (A. A. or A.S.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or one to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Point-of-sale (POS) software, and accounting software a plus

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation
  • Comprehensive training to hone your skills at our headquarters
  • Travel opportunities
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance coverage
  • Short- and Long-term disability insurance
  • Generous time off and paid Holidays
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Employee Development Program
  • Social gatherings and team building activities
  • Leadership workshops for personal development
  • Recognition for our top performers
  • Philanthropy – a chance to give back to the community
  • Employee Development Programs
  • All information kept confidential according to EEO guidelines

United Franchise Group is a franchising company with over 1800 locations in 60 countries. The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill is a fast-growing, fast-casual Mediterranean restaurant concept backed by a franchise model.

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