Job Description
The General Manager (GM) manages the operations of an assigned restaurant. They are accountable for achieving planned sales and profit levels through the implementation, management, and enforcement of company policies, procedures, programs, and performance standards. The GM directly supervises all managers and employees during the restaurant's hours of operation, ensuring the execution of all employee duties to guarantee maximum guest satisfaction and a quality work environment. They are responsible for achieving profit goals while maintaining high guest satisfaction.
Key Accountabilities
Job Essentials Roles & Responsibilities:
- Translate the company’s Vision and Values into individual and team goals.
- Align performance measures to support business and restaurant objectives.
- Model, recognize, and reinforce desired behaviors; align rewards with contributions.
- Determine employee career goals and monitor performance using the People First System.
- Support employees in achieving their full potential.
- Gather employee feedback on management performance and use survey results for development.
- Resolve employee concerns effectively, ensuring compliance and communicating major issues to the Territory Director.
- Address guest issues promptly, resolving recurring concerns and reporting major issues.
- Ensure compliance with regulations and high customer service standards.
- Implement marketing strategies successfully.
- Oversee employee scheduling to balance work/life considerations with business needs.
- Maintain proper inventory levels for food items through correct ordering and efficient usage.
People Management:
- Build relationships and brand recognition in the local community to generate candidates for Assistant General Manager roles and develop internal talent.
- Recruit, hire, and develop Shift Managers and Assistant General Managers.
- Assess team performance objectively and motivate the restaurant team.
- Ensure compliance with productivity and service standards by maintaining a trained, productive staff.
- Act as the key liaison between restaurant management and Field Support personnel.
- Lead the restaurant team through change by communicating effectively and supporting the process.
Quality Management:
- Ensure restaurant operations meet company-wide QSC, safety, and sanitation standards.
- Maintain equipment properly, making repair or replacement decisions as needed.
- Execute local marketing programs effectively.
- Resolve operational issues efficiently.
- Participate in meetings to share feedback, identify best practices, and move the business forward.
- Meet deadlines through effective time management and delegation.
- Identify and correct system issues to enhance guest satisfaction.
- Coordinate, implement, and execute new initiatives successfully.
- Oversee onboarding, administration, and assignments.
Financial Management:
- Develop strategic plans aligned with business objectives for area, regional, and company-wide success.
- Manage the financial performance of the restaurant according to goals set with the Territory Director.
- Identify financial trends and opportunities for improvement, implementing SMART plans to address them.
- Ensure accurate financial data handling, including payroll, cash, receipts, food costs, and operating expenses.
- Prepare and review all financial reports accurately.