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Director of Training needed for fast-paced Tex-Mex restaurant!

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 companywide 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 Administration
• LMS Admin – Schoox, Wisetail or similar
• LMS Software Creation – Articulate
• OpenTable Administration
• Google Suite
• Proven work experience as a Training Manager, or minimum five years of restaurant operations/management experience
• Frequent travel around greater Houston area & College Station
• Skilled in assessment and development of training programs
• Three years of recent training program design and administration experience, preferably in restaurant industry
• Track record in designing and executing successful training programs
• Familiarity with traditional and modern training methods (mentoring, coaching, on-the-job or in classroom training, e-learning, workshops, simulations etc)
• Excellent presentation and facilitation skills
• Strong writing and record keeping ability for reports and training manuals
• Advanced computer skills

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS

• Highly self-motivated individual
• Detail oriented and able to thrive in a fast paced environment
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Ability to work in a stressful environment, while meeting project deadlines
• Ability to work individually, prioritize tasks and be self-driven
• Strong attention to detail
• Possess skills in project management
• Demonstrate 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 COO
• Work simultaneously with Director of Marketing
• Weekly Recaps to be shared with COO
• Training Coordinator report directly to this position

WORK SCHEDULE

• 5-day work week
• 6-days during new restaurant openings
• 45-50 hours a week
• Rotating nights and weekends

BENEFITS

• Health Insurance -- details/rates to be confirmed with HR
• Vacation -- to be discussed during interview
• Closed Major Holidays Holidays:
• Dining Privileges
• $165 month on auto loaded card

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