General Manager

The Popeyes; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A popular fast-food chain in Manchester seeks a General Manager to lead their restaurant. Responsibilities include coaching the team, achieving sales targets, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards. The ideal candidate will have strong people management skills, a vibrant work ethic, and experience with financial controls. This position offers flexible scheduling, private healthcare, and opportunities for career progression, making it an exciting role for those passionate about hospitality.

Benefits

Flexible scheduling

Private healthcare

Achievable bonus up to 10%

Free meals on shift

Employee discounts

Career development opportunities

Paid training

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and people management skills.
• A lead-from-the-front attitude and vibrant work ethic.
• Experience with financial controls, inventory, and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and motivate your team.
• Deliver on sales, budgets, stock, and P&L targets.
• Ensure food safety and compliance standards are met.
• Build development plans and schedule efficiently.
• Communicate clearly with the team and support departments.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Financial controls

Guest experience focus

Adaptability

Job description

As a General Manager, you'll take charge of your restaurant, leading from the front and inspiring your team to deliver world-class food and unforgettable guest experiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and motivate your team to be their best
• Deliver on sales, budgets, stock and P&L targets
• Ensure food safety, health & safety, and compliance standards are always met
• Build strong development plans and schedule efficiently
• Keep the energy high, the service smooth, and the culture positive
• Communicate clearly with your team, line manager, and support departments

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and people management skills
• A lead-from-the-front attitude and vibrant work ethic
• Experience with financial controls, inventory, and reporting
• A focus on guest experience and team engagement
• The ability to adapt and thrive in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling for real work-life balance
• Private healthcare
• Achievable bonus - up to 10% of your annual salary
• Free meals on shift + discount when off
• Employee perks & discounts platform
• Career development and progression opportunities
• Paid training and full support