General Manager | High-Volume QSR | Ownership / Franchise Partner
$70k - $75kThe Restaurant Zone
Job Description
Job Description
We are looking for a hands-on General Manager to run a high-volume drive-thru unit in Forsyth .
If you are the kind of leader who thrives on the floor during a heavy rush, knows how to keep food and labor costs tight, and takes pride in building a team that actually enjoys working together, this is for you.
What's In It For You:
- Base Salary: $70-75K
- Full Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance after the initial eligibility period.
- Franchise Ownership Track: Path to becoming a Franchise Partner and owning store equity.
- Monthly Bonuses: Performance-based tied directly to your sales growth, labor, and food cost metrics.
- Full P&L Control: Operational authority over your store, schedule, and team
What We’re Looking For
- 2+ Years GM Experience: Proven track record running a restaurant in QSR, Fast Casual, High-Volume Dining
- Strong Tenure: Consistent employment history showing stability and long-term commitment
- P&L Mastery: Proven ability to manage a P&L, control food and labor costs, and discuss hard operational metrics.
- Talent Development: A history of coaching team members and promoting staff into leadership roles.
- Owner/Operator Mindset: Driven, accountable, and eager to grow into business ownership.
Apply today for confidential consideration.
\nCompany DescriptionThe 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.
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