General Manager - High-Volume QSR

Job Description

Job Description

MUST HAVE HAMBURGER UNIVERSITY (HU) CERTIFICATE TO APPLY!

CANDIDATES WITHOUT AN OFFICIAL HU CERTIFICATION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU DO NOT HOLD THIS CERTIFICATE.

A top-tier quick-service restaurant (QSR) location generating $2.9M+ in annual sales in La Grange, GA is seeking an experienced General Manager . This role oversees full store P&L, drive-thru speed and quality, team development, and operational standards.

Mandatory Qualification

• Hamburger University (HU) Certification: Candidates must hold an official HU Certification / General Manager Capstone completion. Applicants without proof of HU certification will be automatically disqualified.

Key Responsibilities

• P&L Management: Manage full store financials ($2.9M+ volume), control food waste/variance, optimize labor relative to hourly sales, and drive overall profitability.
• Operational Leadership: Maintain brand standards for drive-thru speed, order accuracy, guest service, and cleanliness using brand evaluation and auditing tools.
• Team Development: Recruit, train, and manage department leaders and shift supervisors, fostering a strong culture to improve team retention.
• Safety & Compliance: Enforce food safety regulations (ServSafe), health department codes, and internal audit requirements.
• Equipment & Tech Operations: Oversee kitchen equipment maintenance schedules, POS systems, and store technology platforms.

Requirements

• Active Hamburger University (HU) Certification (REQUIRED)
• 2+ years of General Manager experience in a high-volume QSR
• Proven track record managing a $2.5M+ annual sales volume location
• Active ServSafe Manager Certification
• Open availability across mornings, mid-shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays
• Strong experience in scheduling software, inventory management, and POS systems
  Additional Benefits: Full package details provided during the interview process.
  Base Salary: $55,000 – $65,000 per year (Up to $70,000 for candidates with long-standing, active Hamburger University certification and extensive brand experience)

The Restaurant Zone is a leading hospitality recruitment agency specializing in connecting top-tier talent with restaurants, hotels, and hospitality groups across the United States. We partner with growing brands and established operators to deliver high-quality candidates for management, executive, and specialized roles. Our team combines industry expertise, a vast candidate network, and a results-driven approach to help businesses build strong, reliable teams. At The Restaurant Zone, we focus on speed, quality, and long-term fit—ensuring both clients and candidates succeed.

Company Description

The Restaurant Zone is a leading hospitality recruitment agency specializing in connecting top-tier talent with restaurants, hotels, and hospitality groups across the United States. We partner with growing brands and established operators to deliver high-quality candidates for management, executive, and specialized roles. Our team combines industry expertise, a vast candidate network, and a results-driven approach to help businesses build strong, reliable teams. At The Restaurant Zone, we focus on speed, quality, and long-term fit—ensuring both clients and candidates succeed.