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A premier restaurant franchise group is seeking an Area Coach who is goal-oriented, people-focused, and passionate about developing high-performing teams. This is an opportunity to join a growth-driven organization that values leadership, accountability, and innovation in the fast-paced food service industry.

Area Coach Benefits:

Competitive base salary up to $85,000 + strong bonus potential
Generous paid time off
First-Class Leadership Training in Fort Wayne, IN
Life & Disability Insurance
401(k) with company match
Monthly car allowance and technology stipend (laptop, phone, mileage)

Area Coach Qualifications/Requirements:

3+ years as a Restaurant District Manager or Multi-Unit GM (6+ units)
5+ years of progressive restaurant leadership experience
Proven success leading, coaching, and developing multi-unit teams
Strong P&L management and financial accountability
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Skilled in conflict resolution and team development
Proficient in Microsoft Office and basic computer systems
Highly organized with strong time management
Willingness to travel regularly between locations
High school diploma or equivalent; college degree preferred

Area Coach Responsibilities:

Provide leadership and operational oversight for 6–8 restaurant locations
Drive performance and ensure brand standard compliance
Hire, train, and mentor General Managers and teams
Monitor financials, labor, and key performance metrics
Develop and execute improvement plans for underperforming stores
Conduct regular visits and audits to maintain consistency
Communicate company goals effectively across all teams
Promote a customer-first culture focused on quality and service
Partner with franchise ownership to align business objectives
Support local marketing and community engagement initiatives

At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world class customer service. We are committed to helping our clients navigate and comply with the complex and ever-changing labor laws as well as help ensure that in every hiring decision, internally and with our client partners, that all viable candidates are considered, and the most qualified candidate is offered the role. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.

JOB ID: 167429

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At Goodwin Recruiting, our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person’s age, gender, race, color, marital or family status, national origin, disability, religion, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity has no bearing on whether they are able to do the job. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We work hard to identify a broad slate of candidates for each of our clients, with many hiring success stories to share.

Additional Information

Kalyn joined Goodwin Recruiting with over a decade of experience in operations, leadership, and hospitality management. She’s known for her values-driven approach, strong team-building skills, and commitment to excellence. Kalyn’s experience across industries - ranging from medical and construction to hospitality and finance - has made her highly effective in full-cycle recruiting.