General Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Seeking a general manager candidate with an understanding of sales, profits, and guest satisfaction. The ideal candidate will work closely with the management staff to maintain a strategic vision for the future of the restaurant while developing a culture that ensures great execution of food and service by the staff. Experience in hiring, training, and retaining employees is a plus. The candidate will have also demonstrated leadership skills, including coaching, directing, and motivating a team.

Provide a fun, fast-paced, and fulfilling work environment for team members with an interest in the development of self and team members to meet long-term growth goals. If you have a dynamic personality and a strong passion for serving high-quality food with a smile, then we are the place for you! Growth opportunities are available to candidates who demonstrate pride, service, and that attention to detail that makes us successful.

Required Experience:

• Relevant Skills and History:
• Prior restaurant general management or leadership role with successful history of Guest Service, Team Building and Development of People.
• Aptitude towards learning, coaching and teamwork; ability to motivate, train and hold responsible a diverse staff in a fast paced environment.
• Experience in financials to include setting and maintaining inventory, schedules, use of spreadsheets, labor management and knowledge of P&L's is desired.
• Strong attention to detail and quality standards while managing time and priorities efficiently.
• Always focused on profits and sales growth

Physical Requirements:

• Available a variety of hours to include evenings, nights and weekends and within the metro area applying.
• Must be able to work up to a 10 hour shift while standing or walking to perform essential functions.
• Will be required to lift up to forty pounds during the course of a workday.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with guests and associates to ensure the safety of individuals and guest needs.
• Will require bending, stooping, and occasional use of a ladder.
• Reasonable accommodation will be made to those requiring assistance.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily operations of the restaurant, ensuring high standards of food service and hospitality management.
• Train and supervise staff, fostering a positive team environment and enhancing employee performance.
• Manage inventory control and food preparation processes, ensuring quality and efficiency.
• Lead sales initiatives and develop strategies to increase revenue while maintaining customer satisfaction.
• Conduct interviews and hire qualified candidates to build a skilled and motivated team.

At MLY Investments, LLC, we operate multiple Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers locations across Iowa and Illinois — and we are growing!

We believe in creating a true Freddy's Family where every team member is valued, supported, and empowered to succeed. We invest heavily in comprehensive training at every level and are passionate about promoting from within — many of our leaders started as Team Members and grew into management roles.
Our Freddy's Family delivers fresh, made-to-order, craveable food with genuine hospitality, creating a fun and inclusive environment for both our guests and our team.
If you want to be part of a workplace where you can grow your career, make a positive impact, and have fun along the way, we would love to meet you.