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Restaurant General Manager

$74k - $82k

Wendy's

General Manager Opportunity

As General Manager, everything inside the four walls is yours to leadpeople, performance, culture, and results.

You will:

  • Build, coach, and develop a high-performing leadership and crew team
  • Set expectations, hold accountability, and elevate talent
  • Execute Wendy's operating systems with discipline and consistency
  • Drive sales through operational excellence and team engagement
  • Own controllable costs and profitability
  • Analyze and manage the restaurant's P&L
  • Ensure full compliance with food safety, labor, and legal standards
  • Create a culture where guests return and employees grow
  • This is not a role where success is handed to youyou create it.

    We pay for resultsand we're transparent about it.

    • Monthly performance bonus up to $1,000 (based on controllable results)
    • Total annual compensation potential: $74,000 $82,000+
    • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Rx insurance (eligible after 30 days)
    • Retirement plan with company match
    • Paid vacation and sick time
    • Thanksgiving & Christmas OFF and PAID
    • Free meals every shift
    • Recognition programs, incentives, and performance contests
    • This role is designed for operators who want ownership, accountability, and upsidenot micromanagement.

      Competitive base salary: $62,000 $70,000

      This is not an entry-level position.

      Required:

      • 3+ years as a General Manager (or equivalent) in QSR or fast-paced restaurant environment
      • Demonstrated success managing people, sales, and profitability
      • Strong understanding of labor, food cost, and operational controls
      • Experience reading and managing a P&L
      • ServSafe certification (or ability to obtain quickly)
      • Open availability, including weekends and holidays
      • Reliable transportation
      • Authorized to work in the U.S.
      • Ability to pass a background check
      • You should be comfortable:

        • Making decisions independently
        • Holding others accountable
        • Leading through standardsnot emotion
        • Working in a performance-driven environment
        • You'll thrive at Saren Restaurants if you:

          • Think ahead instead of reacting
          • Care about how results are achieved, not just the numbers
          • Take pride in developing future leaders
          • Want to run a businessnot be micromanaged
          • Are looking for a platform, not just a job
Wendy's
Vacancy posted 4 hours ago
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