Burger King - General Manager

Kwik Shop Inc.; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wages

Professional Structured Training

Strong Bonus Incentive Program

Paid Time Off

Medical/Health/Dental Coverage

401K with Company Match

Team Member Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Health Savings Account

Job summary

Kwik Shop Inc. is seeking a passionate Restaurant General Manager in Lawrence, Kansas. This role is pivotal in delivering an exceptional guest experience and ensuring operational excellence in a Burger King franchise.

Successful candidates will lead a team, set measurable goals, and manage all aspects of the restaurant's operations while upholding company values. A strong background in leadership and customer service is preferred, with weekend and holiday availability required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year leadership experience in a restaurant environment.
• Preferred 1-3 years restaurant experience, particularly with Burger King.
• Valid Driver's license and ability to meet National Food Safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Guide teams to deliver exceptional guest experience.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal laws.
• Achieve operational excellence and financial goals.
• Manage food operations for quality and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Teamwork

Communication

Food Safety

Education

High School or GED

Job description

Are you a high energy, passionate Restaurant leader who is looking for the next step in their career? Are you someone who loves to help others and work as part of a team? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments and have previous experience in retail, food service or restaurant management?

What We Offer

• Competitive Wages
• Professional Structured Training program
• Strong Bonus Incentive Program
• Work today, get paid tomorrow through our earned wage access program*
• Paid Time Off
• Medical/Health/Dental Coverage
• 401K with Company Match
• Team Member Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account
• Company Spirit Days
• And much more!

Position Summary

As a Restaurant General Manager you will be entrusted to guide your team members in delivering an exceptional guest experience, operational excellence, and a working environment that promotes engagement and living the Company values, making Kwik Shop the clear choice for our guest’s dining needs. Restaurant General Managers are responsible for the overall operation of a Burger King restaurant for Kwik Shop, overseeing a team of Associates and Leaders in their work to serve our guests.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that your team greets all guests in a friendly manner to make them feel welcomed and appreciated, encouraging Guest Loyalty.
• Demonstrate leadership attributes to include: building and maintaining trust with the store team by setting clear and measurable goals, holding self and team accountable, and communicating frequently and effectively.
• Build and develop a strong team by: hiring, training, scheduling, coaching, offering timely feedback on performance and leading by example.
• Lead a team of store associates in a fair, consistent, impartial and timely manner, supporting and enforcing all State & Federal laws along with Company policies and procedures.
• Achieve operational excellence, develop performance goals aligned with the Company’s Operational objectives, hit financial goals (Sales/expenses to budget, net profit) and strive for year over year improvement.
• Manage food operation to ensure quality and safety of all items sold.
• Manage the overall appearance and cleanliness of the store (inside and out) ensuring that all food prep areas are clean and stocked; the food service area is spotless and the bathrooms are sparkling clean, delegating and directing team to maintain condition levels up to Company’s standard.
• Oversee quality control, merchandising, safety programs and other guidelines in place for successful food service operation.
• Perform other duties as assigned at the discretion of the District Manager.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Working Relationships: Restaurant Clerks, Team Members, Shift Leaders, Assistant Managers, Restaurant Managers In Training, District Manager, Brand Manager, and various Corporate personnel and vendors

Requirements

Minimum Education: N/A

Preferred Education: High School or GED

Minimum Experience: 1 year leadership or supervisory capacity in restaurant environment, leading a team

Preferred Experience: 1-3 years restaurant experience, Previous Experience with Burger King

Preferred Licenses/Certifications and Skills: Valid Driver’s license. National Food Safety requirement (can acquire during employment)

Soft Skills

• Comfortable talking and interacting with guests and team members
• High energy
• Ability to move from one activity to another quickly
• Team oriented; willing to give extra effort to help others
• Computer skills are helpful

Scheduling

This position full-time and involves working a variety of hours, day and night, as Kwik Shop locations can be open 24 hours depending on the location. Weekend & Holiday hours are required.

Hours & Conditions

48 hour work week minimum

Travel

5% - will be required to deliver deposits to the bank. Must have Reliable transportation

Physical Requirements

Ability to maneuver and regularly lift and or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Ability to stand/walk 8 hours a day; reach overhead, bend, squat, twist, reach, grasp and grip and work in cooler (cold temperatures). The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Other

Specialized attire required in food establishments. Slip resistent footwear is required, as well as attire specifically required by brand standards and franchise agreements.

Additional Info

At Kwik Shop, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and team members without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Kwik Shop believes that diversity and inclusion among our team members is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.