General Manager - Leading Quick-Service Restaurant Concept

Job Description

Job Description

General Manager – Leading Quick-Service Restaurant Concept

Locations: Lake City, FL or Macclenny, FL

Compensation: $55,000–$60,000 annually

Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Opportunity

We're partnering with a well-established quick-service restaurant concept seeking an experienced General Manager to lead one of two high-volume locations in Northern Florida.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on leader who enjoys developing people, driving operational excellence, and leading a fast-paced restaurant with annual sales exceeding $3 million .

If you're passionate about building high-performing teams, delivering exceptional guest experiences, and achieving strong financial results, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

Operational Leadership

• Lead the day-to-day operations of a high-volume quick-service restaurant generating more than $3 million in annual sales .
• Ensure consistent execution of operational standards, food quality, cleanliness, and guest satisfaction.

Financial Management

• Own the restaurant's P&L.
• Manage labor, food cost, inventory, and controllable expenses.
• Drive profitability while achieving key operational metrics.

Team Development

• Recruit, hire, train, coach, and develop shift leaders and restaurant team members.
• Foster a positive culture built on accountability, teamwork, and continuous development.

Guest Experience

• Lead from the floor during peak business periods.
• Ensure fast, accurate, and friendly service while maintaining high hospitality standards.

Safety & Compliance

• Maintain food safety, sanitation, and operational compliance.
• Ensure the restaurant consistently meets company and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of General Manager experience in a high-volume Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) or fast-food environment.
• Proven experience managing a restaurant with $3M+ in annual sales .
• Strong understanding of P&L management, labor scheduling, inventory, and food cost controls.
• Demonstrated ability to build, coach, and retain high-performing teams.
• Hands-on leadership style with excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Food Safety Certification (ServSafe or equivalent) is preferred.

What We Offer

• $55,000–$60,000 annual base salary
• Career advancement opportunities within a growing restaurant organization.
• Comprehensive leadership training and ongoing professional development.
• Stable, established, high-volume restaurant environment.
• Supportive leadership team focused on long-term success.

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.