General Manager-QSR

Job Description

Job Description

Restaurant General Manager – McDonald’s

Location: Lakewood Ranch, FL

Pay Range: $60,000 – $65,000 / year + Performance Bonus

Position Type: Full-Time, Salaried

Build a Winning Career in Lakewood Ranch

Are you a high-energy hospitality leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and loves developing people? We are an established, second-generation family-owned McDonald’s organization operating 20+ locations across the Greater Tampa Bay and Lakewood Ranch area. With over two decades of local operational excellence, an award-winning culture, and high standards—including maintaining 90%+ EcoSure scores across our footprint—we offer a place where ambitious operators can truly thrive.

We are in steady growth mode and looking for a driven Restaurant General Manager to lead a top-performing store in Lakewood Ranch. If you want a career with long-term stability, world-class training, and a company that invests heavily in both its team and the local community, we want to hear from you!

Why Join Our Team?

• Competitive Total Compensation: Base salary of $60,000–$65,000/year plus high-earning performance bonus potential.
  

• Long-Term Stability & Culture: Work for a multi-generational, family-owned organization that measures careers in years, not pay periods.
  

• World-Class Growth & Development: Access McDonald’s system training, Hamburger University, and dedicated internal coaching to help you scale your career.
  

• Operationally Elite Environment: Be part of a culture that values excellence, holds top-tier food safety/operational scores, and celebrates winners.
  

• Community-Anchored Purpose: We actively support local first-responder programs and charities like Ronald McDonald House Charities and the Mac Parkman Foundation—your work makes a real impact outside the restaurant walls.
  

What You’ll Do

As the General Manager , you are the CEO of your restaurant. You will lead department managers and crew members to drive business growth, profitability, and exceptional customer experiences.

• Lead & Inspire: Recruit, hire, train, and develop Department Managers and Shift Managers, creating a strong bench for future growth.
  

• Drive Operational Excellence: Maintain McDonald’s gold standards for Quality, Service, and Cleanliness (QSC). Ensure full compliance with food safety and health guidelines.
  

• Deliver Financial Results: Oversee store P&L, manage labor and food costs, control inventory, and execute strategic plans to hit sales and profit goals.
  

• Foster a Great Culture: Build a welcoming, high-energy environment focused on teamwork, recognition, and crew retention.
  

What We’re Looking For

• Experience: 2+ years of Restaurant General Manager experience in a high-volume Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) or fast-casual environment (McDonald’s experience is a strong plus).
  

• Leadership Skills: Proven track record of developing assistant/department managers, building strong teams, and reducing turnover.
  

• Business Acumen: Strong understanding of restaurant P&L, labor optimization, and inventory controls.
  

• Mindset: A hands-on, coaching mentality with high standards for customer service, food safety, and cleanliness.
  

• Requirements: 18+ years of age, open/flexible availability, and valid authorization to work in the U.S.
  

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive Salary + Performance Bonuses
  

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans
  

• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Vacation
  

• Ongoing Leadership Training & Hamburger University Pathways
  

• Career Advancement Opportunities across 20+ Local Locations
  

• Free Meals & Employee Discounts
  

Ready to lead a winning team in Lakewood Ranch? Apply today to start your journey!