Position Overview

The General Manager of Franchising provides overall guidance and oversight for the development, implementation, and ongoing administration and monitoring of practices which promote an effective compliance program by collaborating with other departments. Identifies potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk; develops/implements corrective action plans for resolution of problematic issues and provides general guidance on how to avoid or deal with similar situations in the future.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Regulatory, Policy, Litigation

Works with outside counsel to review and evaluate compliance issues/concerns within the organization and provides legal support for all regulatory, policy, litigation, licensing, and legislative matters at the Federal, State, County and Local level.

• Franchising

Responsible for the day-to-day management of the relationship with multiple franchise partners and internal stakeholders (e.g. Marketing, Legal & Compliance, R&D, Distribution). Facilitate and assist with quality communications between all Franchise support departments and the Franchise Operator. Provides general business and operational guidance while leading through influence.

• Licensing/Permits

Ensure compliance with all licensing and permitting requirements.

• Licensor Document/Customer & Vendor Agreements

Ensure franchise agreement renewals, fee/payment collection, and keeping franchise agreements up to date with current legislation. Ensure that franchisee understands and deploys/practices company systems and processes.

• Risk Mitigation

Ensure that franchisees maintain insurance that adequately protects both the franchisor and franchisee from claims that present the most significant impact to their respective businesses.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field (Master’s Degree in Business Administration or equivalent preferred)
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in related field (10 years of experience preferred)
• General franchise knowledge and experience
• Franchise Management experience preferred
• Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint – Proficient to Intermediate level (Advanced level preferred)
• Effective and proven management and interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with persons on all levels, in person and remotely
• Ability to lead, influence, and develop people as well as achieve results through others

Employee Offered Benefits

AFCFC’s benefit package includes group medical, dental, and vision health benefits; basic life and AD&D, flexible PTO, paid holiday, and 401k retirement plan with company match provision

Position Overview

The Staff Accountant will be self-motivated and experience with excellent analytical skills. The ideal candidate is detail oriented, can identify and implement process improvements, and will take initiative to get projects completed.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP
• Prepare monthly journal entries with supporting documentation
• Prepare monthly accruals and record applicable journal entries
• Analyze balance sheet accounts and prepare detailed support schedules and monthly account reconciliations
• Maintain fixed asset and depreciation schedules
• Prepare inter-company reconciliations
• Prepare monthly and quarterly sales and use tax returns

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business or Finance related fields
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is a plus
• Minimum of 3 years experience in private industry or public accounting
• Strong software skills including MS Excel and QuickBooks
• Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills
• An appropriate sense of urgency to complete required tasks
• Familiarity in Microsoft Dynamics GP and systems implementation a plus
• Ability to speak Japanese is a plus

Employee Offered Benefits
AFCFC’s benefit package includes group medical, dental, and vision health benefits; basic life and AD&D, flexible PTO, paid holiday, and 401k retirement plan with company match provision.

Position Overview

Nutrition & Labeling Compliance Coordinator will assist the Research and Development Team with handling tasks related to AFCFC’s product nutrition and ingredient disclosures to ensure compliance with regulations of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and any other applicable governmental agency, both domestically, in Canada, and Australia.

Key Responsibilities

Primary Job Functions (95%)

• Generate nutrition information and maintain/update database of recipes and nutritional facts.
• Assist franchisees and customers with inquiries regarding ingredients, nutrition, serving sizes and allergens.
• Maintain and update files of product specification sheets for domestic, Canadian, and Australian locations.
• Update nutritional fact chart—hard copy for sushi bars; digital copy for company website.
• Administer accuracy of ingredients listed on product labels for existing and new items (Ingredients, UPC, Net Weight, Price, Allergens).
• Ensure color menus, menu boards and item tags at all locations are up-to-date and follow state and federal regulations.
• Act as a consultant to ensure that vendors comply with governmental regulations in properly labeling the ingredients they supply to AFCFC and AFCI. This includes commercial package markings for USA, Canada and Australia as required by government authorities on imports and exports.
• Documentation management for AFC Domestic, Canadian, and Australian locations. Work closely with vendors to collect legal documentation including spec sheets, HACCP and third-party audits for new ingredients, and coordinate with Legal Department to ensure all documentation meets governmental regulations as well as AFC regulations.
• Stay current on updates and changes to regulations on product labeling and disclosure in USA, Canada and Australia.
• Maintain and update ingredient master list and ingredient online order for current and new products.
• Oversee recipes and ingredients for existing and new items including sushi and hot foods.
• Prepare, analyze, and maintain food cost calculations for items for USA, Canada, and Australia.
• Work with IT and Franchisee Services to ensure master ingredient list and online ordering system are up-to-date.

Other Job Functions (5%)

• Additional special projects as assigned.

Qualifications & Skills

• A Bachelor’s Degree
• At least 2 years of experience in the prepared foods industry
• Knowledge of Nutritional facts, allergens, and ingredients
• Computer Skills

Employee Offered Benefits

AFCFC’s benefit package includes group medical, dental, and vision benefits, basic life and AD&D, flexible PTO, paid holiday, and 401k retirement plan with company match provision.

Position Overview

Assistant Regional Manager will assist with business operations of franchised and corporate sushi bars. Some may include multiple concepts including hot food.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Assist with opening new location
• Visit, inspect and evaluate sushi bars to determine whether operation meets AFC standards
• Recruit for prospective franchisees
• Conduct market research
• Operate sushi bar until managed by franchisee
• Assist the Regional Manager in all aspects of the AFC business
• Conduct schedules for chefs and/or Field Supervisors
• Must be able to travel 50% of the time

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum 4 – 6 years experience managing/supervising staff
• Must have previous experience in restaurant management and multi-line, preferably in sushi industry
• Experience in prepared packaged foods a plus
• Must be able to travel out of state for extended periods of time
• Must be a team player
• Must have good communication, oral, and written skills

Employee Offered Benefits

AFCFC’s benefit package includes group medical, dental, and vision health benefits; basic life and AD&D, flexible PTO, paid holiday, and 401k retirement plan with company match provision

Position Overview

Reporting directly to the officers of the company, the Director of Sales and Marketing is responsible for the sales and marketing team and strategy to develop existing clients and enter new markets. This role will be responsible for creating and communicating clear objectives for the sales and marketing division and team members while working with the company’s executives to develop actionable business plans and goals. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced sales professional to bring his/her unique set of skills and relationships to a dynamic and growing company.

The ideal candidate has a strong background and demonstrated experience in sales and business development in a B2B and/or professional services setting, mainly working with senior level decision makers in the supermarket and food service industries. He/she will have the ability to build relationships and develop networks, along with highly developed account management skills. AFCFC is seeking a confident, resourceful and self-initiating team-player with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment and drive projects forward while also working collaboratively to achieve shared goals. He/she will be expected to manage clients independently, make important decisions about sales approach and network development while also leveraging the strengths of the AFCFC team to deliver the high-quality service and product that defines AFCFC’s reputation. Specific duties and responsibilities include:

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Responsible for the overall management of all strategic and operational marketing and customer relationship activities.
• Planning and coordinating the implementation of business plans and the penetration of new markets.
• Develop creative outreach strategies to attract and retain clients.
• Develop financial growth targets; clearly communicate vision and hold team accountable for hitting goals.
• Complete development plans for each direct report and evaluate performance.
• Able to effectively communicate AFCFC’s core capabilities, services and differentiators.
• Work cross-functionally with internal teams to support and close new business deals.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree, 10+ years of professional work experience in sales, business development, or marketing.
• Exceptional relationship management skills and the ability to build and grow connections with people of all types and backgrounds.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly organized and detail oriented, with the ability to keep multiple projects and client engagements active at once.
• Effective people management skills with the ability to empower, coach, and lead high performing teams.
• Ability to make decisions, such as prioritizing relationships to develop, negotiating with clients (external and internal), and overcoming obstacles with minimal supervision.
• Interest in working as part of a growing company, with awareness about the opportunities and challenges that come with a highly adaptive environment.
• Dynamic and engaging, with a sense of humor and ability to no take oneself too seriously.
• Ability to travel up to 50%, including international and domestic flight, overnight stays, local travel, travel on short notice, and other travel deemed necessary by the company.
• Valid and current driver’s license with a personal vehicle sufficiently reliable to meet the requirements of the job.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation and benefits for this position are highly competitive and commensurate with experience. AFCFC’s benefit package includes group medical, dental, and vision health benefits; flexible PTO, paid holiday, and 401k retirement plan with company match provision.

Position Overview

Temporary Sushi Chefs’ assignments are in various AFCFC sushi bars around the nation. Responsibilities include operating sushi bar and/or hot foods service counters under AFC corporate management (AFC Mgmt.) until assignment ends. Training will be provided during a 2-week orientation at AFC Headquarters.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Open sushi bar and/or hot food service counter i.e. Sizzling Wok, Steam Table or Hot Bowl
• Make sushi items and/or hot foods
• Post applicable promotional displays (posters, banners, etc.)
• Promote food product by demonstration/sampling
• Close sushi bar and/or hot food service counter
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications & Skills

• High school diploma/GED preferred
• Minimum 3 years experience as a sushi chef
• Knowledge of sushi making and safe handling of food
• Served Safe certified preferred
• Must have excellent customer service skills
• Must take initiative and be able to work efficiently with minimal supervision
• Must be detail oriented

Position Overview

Food Safety Auditor will oversee and routinely conduct inspections of franchise locations to ensure safety and sanitation procedures and regulations are maintained and compliant to SSOP, store requirements, and the state and local laws.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Oversee food safety and sanitation procedures for retail food service establishments
• Conduct routine inspections of franchise locations to determine compliance with SSOP, store requirements, and state and local laws
• Educate operators during routine visits on food safety, internal policies, and operational procedures
• Conduct investigations on reported matters of product quality, food service operation compliance and related categories
• Lead Food Safety Training/Discussion sessions with operators and partners
• Establish, develop, and maintain alliances with regulatory and industry partners

Qualifications & Skills

• BA/BS Degree in Biology, Food Science, Environmental Health, Microbiology, or related field
• A minimum of two years of food safety experience
• Knowledge in food safety (Retail Food Code) is required
• REHS/RS or CP-FS credential is a plus
• Experience in retail food service is a plus
• Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain an excellent Motor Vehicle Record
• Overnight travel per month—extensive
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to manage time efficiently and execute projects diligently
• Fluent in Microsoft applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills; be able to converse calmly and effectively during crisis situations

Employee Offered Benefits

AFCFC’s benefit package includes group medical, dental, and vision health benefits; basic life and AD&D, flexible PTO, paid holiday, and 401k retirement plan with company match provision.