General Manager
About Us
Burgers & Fries and Incredible Careers! We're a burger restaurant with an uncomplicated formula: burgers and fries cooked to perfection, with no frozen ingredients. Since our family business began in 1986, we've maintained our 'perfect and serve' philosophy.
Today, we're still a family-oriented company. We value integrity, enthusiasm, competitiveness, and a can-do attitude.
Rewards
- Achievable 30% bonus scheme - paid quarterly
- Secret Shopper bonus worth up to £2,000
- High Performer Awards and Bonuses
- Long service Love2Shop vouchers: £500 at 5 years, £1,000 at 10 years
- 33 days paid holiday
- Paid breaks
- Free burgers, fries, and shakes while on shift
- Private medical via Vitality
- Life assurance
- Access to Wagestream financial wellbeing app
Other Perks
- Social events and days out
- Invitation to the annual General Manager conference
- Team competitions like Fry Cup and Olympics
- Employee discount through Five Guys Perks
- Wellbeing support and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Career development opportunities
- Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave
- Pension scheme
Ideal Candidate
- Passionate about Burgers and Fries
- Aligned with our values: Competitive, Enthusiastic, Family, Get It Done, and Integrity
- Experienced leader with hands-on skills
- Excellent customer service skills
- Committed to developing your team
Responsibilities
- Lead by example, working alongside crew and managers
- Manage and develop the store team to deliver quality products
- Pay close attention to detail
- Create a positive and fun working environment
- Oversee reward and recognition programs
- Manage all store operations and planning
- Promote and embody Five Guys culture and values
- Own the store's P&L, driving sales and controlling costs
- Identify and develop talent within the team
Career Progression
- Potential to move into higher volume stores, new store openings, Area Trainer, District Manager, or roles in Support Office
- Five Guys offers a genuine career path, not just a job
- Support and tools available for ambitious individuals to grow with us