General Manager

General Manager

This position is classified as exempt and reports to their market's District Manager and Chief Operating Officer.

General Managers are responsible for providing guidance and leadership to their team to create a positive culture, maintain high team morale, and encourage all team members to strive for excellence. You will execute and assist in the development of action plans according to company goals and objectives. You will manage and oversee the daily operations of the restaurant focusing on staffing, team member development, sales growth, cost management, and ensuring operational standards are consistently upheld.

Once eligible, General Managers qualify for:

• Medical, Dental, Vision (Company paid Employee Coverage on the first of the month following 60 days)
• 401K with Employer Match
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Bonuses

The information provided below encompasses the functions and values associated with this position.

• Complete all training requirements including: General Manager Development Plan, Basic Operations Training, and Manager Training
• Food Safety Certification (Serv Safe) and Manager Certification
• Any additional training required by the company
• Ensure that the restaurant delivers great experiences to guests
• Maintain appropriate staffing levels by sourcing, interviewing, hiring, retaining, and recognizing top performers
• Ensure team members receive proper training including ongoing mentoring, coaching, and development while holding team members accountable for their performance
• Ensure effective work schedules are created timely and appropriately to drive sales and control labor costs
• Plan and delegate shift assignments including communicating expectations and adjusting as needed
• Ensure service, product quality, and cleanliness standards are consistently upheld
• Create and maintain a positive culture and healthy team morale by providing guidance and leadership while being an example and role model for the team
• Manage profitability through driving sales, controlling costs, developing team members, and ensuring operational standards are consistently upheld
• Strive to increase sales by building community relationships and providing outstanding product and service
• Control costs and losses and strive to improve at every opportunity by maintaining operational standards, and ensuring compliance with all company guidelines, policies, and procedures
• Complete performance reviews for crew members and assist with performance reviews for managers
• Maintain compliance with company, federal, state, and local laws, guidelines, policies, and procedures
• Utilize management tools and keep neat, accurate, and current records
• Review performance metrics daily and develop action plans to enhance the execution of systems and processes to improve profitability, sales, and guest experience

Handle and report guest and team member complaints/concerns/injuries timely and in a friendly and respectful manner to Direct Supervisor

Regularly assist and communicate with multiple departments including maintenance, training, human resources, payroll, and accounting

Maintain an attitude of flexibility that allows performance above and beyond the parameters of this position description

Ensure the team works safely and follows all safety guidelines and procedures

Escalate concerns to your supervisor when appropriate

All other duties necessary to ensure restaurant operations function properly

The following requirements must be met in order to qualify for this position.

• Ability to work a minimum of 45 hours per week
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including days, nights, weekends, and holidays
• Must have a valid driver's license, vehicle insurance, and reliable transportation
• Successful completion of drug screen and motor vehicle report
• Subject to periodic, random, drug screenings and monthly motor vehicle check
• Must possess leadership qualities, organizational skills, and ability to interact cooperatively with others
• Leadership experience required

The following capabilities are required to perform the essential job functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations that do not create undue hardship on the company will be considered.

• Sit, stand, and walk continuously
• Occasionally stoop, bend, crouch, or climb, including the use of ladders
• Frequently lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds, including lifting overhead
• Continuous use of hands and wrists for grasping and fine manipulation
• Communicate proficiently through speech, reading, and writing
• Maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception to observe and respond to the environment
• Work in an environment that features hot and cold temperature variations and exposure to food allergens
• Operate and work safely with restaurant equipment including, but not limited to, knives, fryers, and potentially hazardous equipment

I acknowledge receipt of this document and agree to adhere to the requirements provided. I additionally acknowledge that changes to the scope of my position may occur with or without notice. I agree that I can perform the job functions set forth herein with or without reasonable accommodation. I further understand that this job description does not constitute an employment contract.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year