JOB SUMMARY

Habit Burger & Grill is looking for an individual who is passionate about optimizing labor processes and improving operational efficiency. Reporting to and collaborating closely with the Sr. Director, Restaurant Excellence, this role leads in the exploration, testing, and implementation of key initiatives aimed at enhancing restaurant performance, including coordinating and managing projects, studying restaurant operations to identify opportunities for improvement, and staying current on industry best practices and trends.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Leads the coordination and testing of concepts and initiatives related to labor and process improvement in restaurants, supporting rollout efforts across the system.
Study restaurant and business operations, identify opportunities for improvement in quality, throughput, capacity, and labor utilization. Work cross-functionally to develop and guide the implementation of solutions.
Create and manage project timelines, ensuring tasks stay on track and deadlines are met. Test and quantify improvements in processes and designs
Support business objectives by evaluating and designing solutions to focus on driving cost efficiency and enhance the restaurant team member experience by simplifying operations
Solicit and present program feedback throughout testing and use findings to make necessary adjustments for optimal national execution.
Identify and raise awareness of potential risks associated with assigned initiatives when contributing to project discussions.
Oversee maintenance of Habit’s labor activity software, Laborpro.
Maintain awareness of industry trends, best practices, techniques, and tools.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS

Bachelors Degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Engineering, Systems Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering.
2-3 years of operations experience in a production environment.
Project management skills to define objectives, scope, cost, and schedule projects.
Experience with data analytics and engineering tools a plus (Excel, Access, CAD, SolidWorks)
Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Ability to multi-task and handle multiple projects at once
Strong operations experience with a passion for continuous improvement.
Ability to work a hybrid schedule 2-3 days in office

COMPENSATION

Salary Range: $118,600 to $139,400 annually + bonus eligibility. This is the expected salary range for this position. Ultimately, in determining pay, well consider the successful candidate’s location, experience, and other job-related factors.

At Yum! Brands and at The Habit Restaurants, LLC, one of our core values is to Believe in ALL People. This means seeing the value in everyone and unlocking their full potential to be their best self. The Habit Restaurants, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to equity, inclusion, and belonging for all dimensions of diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities or special needs.

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Employment eligibility to work with Yum! in the U.S. is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for this position.

BENEFITS

Competitive base pay with benefits including:
- Up to 4 weeks of vacation per year plus additional sick days
- Up to 10 Paid Holidays + 1 Floating holidays
- The company provided Recharge Days to unplug and reenergize
- Competitive bonus program for eligible roles
- Recognition-based culture.

FAMILY BENEFITS:

Onsite childcare through Bright Horizons
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits including prescription drug benefits & 100% preventative care starting on Day 1
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
Employee Assistance Program available to all employees and their dependents
Bereavement time off

ADDITIONAL PERKS:

Onsite gym with brand new equipment and fitness classes
401(k) benefit plan with a 6% matching contribution
Up to 2 Paid Days to Volunteer for any non-profit or charitable organization important to you
Access to LinkedIn Learning

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Team Members may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

WHO WE ARE?

HABIT stands for Hospitality, Attitude, Be Your Best, Integrity and Teamwork. At the Habit Burger Grill, our people make the difference, which is why since 1969, we’ve prided ourselves on being a people-first culture where each of us are celebrated for bringing our own unique flavor to the table. Our mission is to foster an environment where everyone feels like they are part of The Habit Family through One Habit, One Heart.

The Habit Burger Grill is a burger-centric, fast-casual restaurant concept that specializes in preparing fresh, cooked-to-order chargrilled burgers and handcrafted sandwiches featuring USDA choice tenderloin beef, grilled chicken and sushi-grade Ahi tuna cooked over an open flame. In addition, it features fresh-cut salads and an appealing selection of sides and shakes. The Habit Burger Grill was named the best tasting burger in America in July 2014 in a comprehensive survey conducted by one of Americas leading consumer magazines.