General Manager - Five Guys Knoxville (Northshore Town Center)

General Manager – Five Guys (Life's Food Franchise)Are You a "People Person" with a Shrewd Business Mind?At Life's Food, we don't just hire managers; we partner with leaders. As a premier Five Guys franchisee with 35 locations, we are looking for a General Manager in {{location_name}} who wants to run their restaurant like a high-performance business.We aren't looking for someone to hide in an office. We want a high-energy leader who can build a legendary team culture while maintaining a "shrewd" eye on the bottom line.The Life's Food Advantage: The P.A.C.E. BonusMost restaurants offer "profit sharing," but we do it better. We reward your efficiency through our P.A.C.E. Program (Profit After Controllable Expenses). Why P.A.C.E. is a game-changer for you:You're in Control: Your bonus isn't impacted by fixed costs like rent or taxes. It is based entirely on the variables you control: Labor, Food Waste, and Operating Expenses.No "Corporate Ceiling": When you run a lean, efficient, and high-volume shop, you see the direct results in your paycheck.Entrepreneurial Ownership: We give you the tools and the autonomy to manage your "four walls" like an owner.What Else Is In It For You?The "Car Program": A fully-funded company car program available to high-performing, tenured GMs.Full Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, and Disability insurance.Future Wealth: 401(k) with a generous Company Match.Support System: In-store chaplain support and a clear, supportive path for career advancement.Balanced Life: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and free meals on every shift.Your Impact & ResponsibilitiesYou will be the "CEO" of the {{location_name}} Five Guys, focusing on two main pillars:1. Interpersonal Excellence (The People)Recruit, train, and inspire a "Five Guys" caliber crew.Create an environment where people want to work and customers want to return.Lead from the front—be the energy on the line during the rush.2. Financial Shrewdness (The Profit)Master the P&L: Execute strategies to optimize labor and minimize food cost (COGS).Operational Precision: Ensure 100% compliance with safety, security, and brand standards.Proactive Management: Treat every dollar spent in the restaurant like it's your own.Qualifications2+ years of Leadership: Experience in high-volume restaurant or hospitality management.Financial Fluency: You understand P&Ls and know how to move the needle on controllable expenses.Natural Coach: You have a track record of developing talent and building strong teams.Hands-on Grit: You are comfortable in a fast-paced, high-heat, hands-on leadership role.Flexibility: Willingness to work a schedule that meets the needs of the business (days, nights, weekends).About Life's FoodWe are a growing, people-first franchise group. We believe in taking care of the leaders who take care of our business. Learn more about our story at lifesfood.net.Ready to win with P.A.C.E.? Apply today and join the Life's Food family!