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Assistant Manager POP201

Popeyes
San Antonio, United Statespart_timeVerifiedPosted 20 Aug 2026

About the role

Lead with flavor. Serve with heart. Grow with purpose. 

At Popeyes, we’re not just about bold flavors—we’re about bold leadership. We’re looking for an Assistant General Manager (AGM) who’s ready to bring passion, hustle, and heart to every shift. As an AGM, you’ll support the Restaurant General Manager in running daily operations, coaching your crew, and delivering the legendary Southern hospitality Popeyes is known for. 

Why Join the Popeyes Family?

  • Leadership development and advancement opportunities (Let Us Lead YOU!)
  • Competitive compensation we aim to recognize your dedication and hard work.
  • (PTO)-Because we all deserve some relaxation
  • Medical, Dental and Vision benefits (FT)*
  • Discounted meals while on duty 'Love That Chicken!'
  • Fun, supportive, and inclusive team culture 

Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities: 

  • Support all aspects of daily restaurant operations, from the front counter to the back of house
  • Lead shifts with confidence—ensuring speed, accuracy, and top-tier guest experiences
  • Coach, develop, and motivate team members to hit service and performance goals
  • Monitor food quality, safety standards, and cleanliness
  • Assist in managing labor, food costs, and profitability
  • Respond to guest feedback and resolve concerns with care
  • Ensure compliance with brand standards, policies, and safety procedures and other duties assigned. 
  • Help with hiring, onboarding, and training of new team members

What you Bring: 

  • 3–5 years of experience in restaurant or retail management (QSR experience is a plus!)
  • A people-first leadership style with a hands-on, lead-by-example approach
  • Strong communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
  • A love for fast-paced environments and great food
  • Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including weekends and holidays
  • Familiarity with managing food and labor costs preferred

At Popeyes, we serve bold Louisiana flavors and deliver joyful guest experiences. We’re passionate about great food, strong teamwork, and creating growth opportunities for our people. As a Shift Manager, you’ll play a key leadership role, helping to guide our team to success and keep operations running smoothly.

 

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and driven Shift Manager to join our Popeyes family! In this role, you’ll oversee the daily operations of the restaurant, coach and support team members, and ensure our guests enjoy the top-notch service and delicious food they’ve come to expect.

 

You’ll lead by example, create a positive work environment, and help build a high-performing team - all while keeping an eye on the details that keep the business running smoothly.

 

Why Join Us?

  • Leadership development and advancement opportunities (Let Us Lead YOU!)
  • Flexible scheduling? Popeyes Got You! 
  • Competitive compensation we aim to recognize your dedication and hard work.
  • Discounted meals while on duty 'Love That Chicken!'
  • Fun, supportive, and inclusive team culture

What You’ll Do

  • Lead and supervise daily restaurant operations during your shift
  • Motivate, train, and develop team members to perform at their best
  • Ensure an exceptional guest experience through great service and food quality
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe restaurant environment
  • Handle cash management, deposits, and inventory control accurately
  • Assist in scheduling and shift planning to ensure proper coverage
  • Communicate effectively with the team and management to meet goals
  • Jump in to help wherever needed to keep the team running strong

What We’re Looking For

  • High school diploma or equivalent

  • 2+ years of experience in a fast-paced restaurant or retail environment

  • Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

  • Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays

  • Comfortable with cash handling, inventory tracking, and team supervision

 

The Company may require a background check as part of the hiring process, and continued employment is contingent upon satisfactory results in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

 

This position operates in a fast-paced restaurant environment and may involve exposure to hot equipment, kitchen hazards, cleaning chemicals, and moderate noise levels. The role requires frequent

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