General Manager

Miguel's Jr. stays true to who we are with Our WHY, or our purpose: We create positive experiences and opportunities around the LOVE OF FOOD, FAMILY, AND SERVICE.

If you are ready to change your life for better come be a part of our team! Here at Miguel's, you will find more than just a job. We are a family and a team with goals and aspirations!

We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package to include:


• Great Compensation (DOE)


• Paid Time Off (PTO) & (PSL) Paid Sick Leave


• Low-Cost Insurance benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision Plans)


• Company Paid Life Insurance


• 401(k) Plan with Awesome Company Match


• One Year Anniversary Day


• Free Employee shift meal



And much more!


General Manager Position Summary:

The General Manager is the Front and Back of the House leader with full business responsibility for a QSR restaurant. This role represents the brand within the community and is accountable for operational excellence, financial performance, guest satisfaction, and team development. The General Manager builds, leads, and develops a high-performing leadership team including the AGM, Shift Supervisors, and restaurant team members across BOH and FOH.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Operational Leadership
• Drives daily execution excellence across BOH and FOH operations to consistently deliver quality food, speed, and service.


• Oversees all restaurant operations, ensuring adherence to company systems,, procedures, and operational standards.


• Manages financial performance, including sales, labor, food cost, inventory, and controllables, to meet or exceed business scorecard goals.


• Manage third-party delivery services and ensure same quality of food and guest service Identifies operational opportunities and implements action plans to improve performance, efficiency, and profitability.
Training & Leadership Development
• Builds a strong leadership pipeline by training, coaching, and developing AGM and Shift Supervisors.


• Ensures all team members receive proper onboarding, role-specific training, and ongoing skill development.


• Manages all training requirements for team members through Ole Academy and other sources.


• Leads by example through hands-on coaching, performance feedback, and reinforcement of company vision and values and expectations.


• Regularly discusses performance and supports career development planning for leadership team members.
Service Standards & Compliance


• Champions exceptional guest service by setting clear expectations and leading guest recovery for restaurant-level concerns.


• Ensures compliance with all food safety, health department, Cal/OSHA, wage and hour, and employment regulations.


• Maintains a safe, secure, and healthy environment by enforcing sanitation standards, and safety procedures.


• Responsible to manage guest sentiments via in-person feedback and other reviewing sources, i.e. Yelp, Google, Tattle, etc.


• Ensures required certifications (e.g., Food Handler) and operational audits are completed accurately and on time.
Team Leadership & Scheduling
• Recruits, interviews, selects, and retains top talent through ongoing sourcing and engagement efforts.


• Creates effective schedules that align staffing levels with business needs while maintaining labor targets.


• Manages attendance, performance accountability, and corrective action in partnership with HR and Area Coach as needed.


• Fosters a positive, respectful, and inclusive work environment that promotes teamwork and retention.
Safety, Compliance & Facility Oversight
• Maintains a safe, secure, and healthy environment by enforcing sanitation, food safety, and workplace safety standards.


• Ensures compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, including health department, Cal/OSHA, wage and hour, and employment requirements.


• Conducts routine checks of BOH and FOH areas to identify safety, cleanliness, or facility concerns.


• Oversees facility condition, security systems, and the coordination of maintenance needs.
Collaboration & Communication
• Communicates daily with the Area Manager regarding performance, priorities, challenges, and action plans.


• Partners with support teams (HR, Training, Operations, Facilities) to ensure alignment and execution of company initiatives.


• Promotes open, clear, and consistent communication with team members to support engagement and operational success.

• Represents the brand professionally within the community and supports local marketing and community engagement efforts.

• Completes other duties assigned by the Area Coach.

• Obtains ServSafe Certification within 30 days of hire.

Requirements


• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a supervisory or management role within QSR, with full P&L responsibility.

• Proven ability to lead, coach, and motivate high-performing teams.

• Strong operational, financial, and problem-solving skills.

• Proficiency in verbal and written English communication; bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

• Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

• Intermediate computer skills, including MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Key Competencies


• Guest-Centered Mindset

• Team Leadership & Coaching

• Communication & Coordination

• Problem Solving

• Reliability & Follow-Through

• Compliance & Safety Awareness


Job Details:

• Career Advancement/Career Plan: We promote heavily from within.