Operations Assistant
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Pembroke & Co., Inc.
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Operations Assistant
Pembroke & Co., Inc.
Posted 3 months ago
Full Time
Channahon, Illinois
In Person
Smart Summary
Responsibilities
The Operations Assistant coordinates day-to-day activities across two QSR locations, focusing on inventory management, scheduling, and vendor coordination. They also provide hands-on store support to ensure brand standards and a positive guest experience.
Qualifications
You have 6-12 months of experience in a quick-service restaurant environment, with a proven ability to manage scheduling and inventory. You are highly organized, possess strong communication skills, and have a keen attention to detail to ensure high operational standards.
Must Have Skills for ATS
scheduling
inventory management
ordering supplies
Job Description
- Competitive salary
- Employee discounts
- Paid time off
Supporting one of the largest QSR brands, the Operations Assistant plays a critical role in keeping two store locations running smoothly and efficiently. This position combines behind-the-scenes coordination with hands-on support, ensuring strong operational performance while contributing to a positive guest experience. You’ll work across locations in Channahon and Pontiac, IL, helping drive consistency, organization, and day-to-day success.
Why Join Us?
- Opportunity to support and influence operations across multiple locations
- Exposure to both administrative and in-store responsibilities
- Fast-paced environment where your work makes a visible impact
- Generous discounts on food/coffee
- Partner with store leadership to drive a positive team environment
- Maintain strong operational flow by supporting both back-office and in-store activities
- Assist with floor coverage and provide excellent customer service when needed
- Support brand standards, cleanliness, and overall store presentation
- Conduct weekly inventory counts and investigate discrepancies
- Ensure stores remain properly stocked through regular ordering
- Support performance tracking through audits and reporting
- Create and manage schedules across two locations based on business needs
- Coordinate with vendors for maintenance, deliveries, and issue resolution
- Execute product ordering and monitor inventory levels, ensuring that the stores always have the appropriate stock
- Perform brand excellence audits and record store performance data
- Assist with merchandising and sales initiatives, including new product placement
- 6-12 months of previous experience in a quick-service restaurant environment
- Experience with scheduling, inventory management, and ordering supplies
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- High attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards
- Ability to stay organized and manage multiple priorities
- High school diploma or equivalent (background check required)
- Flexible schedule (5 day work week which includes one weekend day off, shifts typically start at 6:00AM and end at 2:00PM)
- A dynamic role combining administrative responsibilities with hands-on support
- Work across two store locations as business needs require
- Active, fast-paced environment with some physical demands (candidates should be able to sit, stand, traverse, etc. for up to 12 hours and lift up to 50lbs.)
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