Growth Assistant Restaurant Leader (Frequent Travel Required)

Raising Cane's • Raleigh, NC

5d • $55,000 - $59,000

About The Position

The Growth Assistant Restaurant Leader is an Assistant Restaurant Leader who supports new restaurant openings by overseeing the training team and supporting trainer development. While deployed, this role trains hourly restaurant managers and Assistant Restaurant Leaders. The position supports restaurant day-to-day operations before and after opening, upholds Raising Cane’s standards and culture across restaurant operations, and leads new restaurant openings when needed.

The work environment includes a fast-paced kitchen and interaction with customers. The role involves inside and outside work in varied temperatures, working with food products, common allergens, industrial equipment, and commercial cleaning products requiring personal protective equipment. Physical activity includes extended periods of walking, standing, lifting, and bending.

Starting pay is listed as $56,000 annually, plus a monthly training incentive of $750. After training, monthly incentives vary based on restaurant market profitability and are estimated at $1,500–$1,900. The posting also lists a salary range of $55,000–$59,000 annually. Pay depends on location, experience, and qualifications.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of restaurant or retail management experience.
• Advanced knowledge of labor laws, staffing, scheduling, people management, and cost management.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities that may constantly change.
• Self-driven, flexible, and highly energetic, with strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Able to work effectively and efficiently both independently and collaboratively.
• Able to recognize problems, set goals, create plans, and convert plans into action to solve problems.
• Proficient with technology systems, including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and Outlook), and able to learn and adapt to new systems quickly.
• Able to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, and weekends, and travel as needed for work-related functions and training.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Possess a valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• New restaurant opening experience preferred.
• Some college preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the training team and oversee trainer development.
• Lead new restaurant setup and organization, ensuring full and accurate completion.
• Enforce Raising Cane’s policies and standards.
• Execute shift management while meeting operations and safety standards.
• Conduct restaurant performance standards observation walks, document results using tools, and take corrective action when needed.
• Support strategy planning and execution across all areas of operations.
• Train hourly restaurant managers and Assistant Restaurant Leaders while deployed.
• Support day-to-day restaurant operations before and after opening.
• Lead new restaurant openings when needed.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy benefits.
• Dependent care and healthcare flexible spending accounts.
• Company-provided life and disability insurance.
• Hospital indemnity, accident, and critical illness coverage.
• 401(k) with employer match for employees age 21 and older.
• Access to financial advisors for budget and retirement planning.
• One Pass Gym Membership Program.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Crewmember Assistance Program.
• Pet insurance.
• Weekly pay, except in some states where pay is biweekly.
• Competitive pay and monthly bonus.
• Paid time off and sick time.
• Eight paid holidays a year.
• Early closure for company events.
• Casual work attire.
• Perkspot employee discount programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED