District Manager - Fast Food / Quick Service Restaurants (QSR)

Job Description

Job Description

District Manager – Fast Food / Quick Service Restaurants (QSR)

Location: Iowa & Illinois 
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: $80,000–$120,000 annually (based on experience) + Performance Bonus + Company Vehicle Allowance and More!

Lead Multiple High-Performing Restaurants

We are looking for an experienced, results-oriented District Manager to oversee multiple Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) locations. In this leadership role, you will drive operational excellence, develop restaurant management teams, improve financial performance, and ensure every location delivers exceptional guest experiences.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in multi-unit restaurant management, a passion for developing people, and a proven track record of achieving sales and profitability goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of multiple restaurant locations within an assigned district.
• Coach, mentor, and develop Restaurant Managers and General Managers to achieve operational excellence.
• Drive sales growth, profitability, and guest satisfaction across all locations.
• Analyze financial reports, including sales, labor, food costs, and profit and loss statements, to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, food safety regulations, and health department standards.
• Conduct regular restaurant visits to evaluate operational performance and provide coaching.
• Recruit, hire, and develop management talent while supporting succession planning.
• Monitor staffing levels, employee retention, and team engagement.
• Partner with restaurant leadership to implement marketing initiatives and operational improvements.
• Address guest concerns and resolve escalated issues professionally.
• Ensure consistent execution of brand standards across all locations.

Qualifications

Required

• 5+ years of restaurant management experience, including multi-unit leadership in a Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) or fast-food environment.
• Proven experience leading multiple restaurant locations.
• Strong financial acumen, including P&L management, budgeting, labor control, and food cost analysis.
• Demonstrated success in developing and retaining high-performing management teams.
• Excellent leadership, communication, coaching, and organizational skills.
• Valid driver's license and the ability to travel regularly between restaurant locations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and restaurant management systems.

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Hospitality Management, or a related field.
• ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification (or ability to obtain).
• Experience managing high-volume restaurant operations.

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary
• Performance-based bonus program
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match (where applicable)
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Company vehicle or mileage reimbursement (if applicable)
• Mobile phone and technology support
• Leadership training and professional development
• Career advancement opportunities within a growing organization

Physical Requirements

• Frequent travel between restaurant locations.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during restaurant visits.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require.

Apply Today

If you are a motivated multi-unit leader with a passion for operational excellence, team development, and delivering outstanding guest experiences, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and help drive the continued success of our restaurants.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics.

Recruiting Plus, LLC , a company with over 48 years of restaurant operations and recruiting experience, has partnered with many national chains to recruit talented Restaurant Managers for them at all levels of the organization. Many of those chains don't advertise for these critical positions. No fees involved for us to get you an introduction into these outstanding restaurant companies. We specialize in connecting the appropriate candidate with the best available position. We are currently recruiting General Managers, Assistant General Managers, Restaurant Managers, Fast Track General Managers, and Culinary Managers in many markets across the country.

Company Description

Recruiting Plus, LLC , a company with over 48 years of restaurant operations and recruiting experience, has partnered with many national chains to recruit talented Restaurant Managers for them at all levels of the organization. Many of those chains don't advertise for these critical positions. No fees involved for us to get you an introduction into these outstanding restaurant companies. We specialize in connecting the appropriate candidate with the best available position. We are currently recruiting General Managers, Assistant General Managers, Restaurant Managers, Fast Track General Managers, and Culinary Managers in many markets across the country.