District Manager

Arby's; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Disability and life insurance

Company discounts

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Prime QSR, an Arby's Franchise Operator in Columbia, SC, is seeking a District Manager to lead Restaurant Managers and Assistant Managers, ensuring exceptional guest service and profitability. You will drive sales, oversee staffing, and coach teams to execute brand standards.

Responsibilities include daily/quarterly operations reviews, talent development, and end-to-end P&L oversight. This role requires strong leadership, communication, and a hands-on district approach.

Qualifications

• Minimum four years of Quick Service Restaurant management experience, including supervision of multiple General Managers.
• High school diploma required; bachelor's degree in Business or related field preferred.
• Proven ability to drive sales with targeted strategies.
• Strong conflict-resolution and communication skills.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales and profit performance by providing support and operational expertise.
• Lead Restaurant Managers and Assistant Managers to deliver guest service excellence.
• Conduct Daily Business Review and Area Operations Review quarterly.
• Recruit, hire, and develop a bench of talent for future growth.
• Ensure marketing plans are executed and product training occurs.
• Audit inventory and maintain equipment in good condition.
• Forecast annual sales and profits with General Managers.

Skills

QSR management

Staff supervision

Sales leadership

Communication

Training & development

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

PRIME QSRAn Arby's Franchise OperatorDistrict ManagerJob Description • Restaurant Operations • Full-Time, ExemptPOSITION PURPOSETo effectively lead Restaurant Managers and Assistant Managers to provide exceptional guest service, grow sales, and attain profit goals — working within the framework and expectations of Prime QSR's values and policies.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES• Drive sales and profit performance by providing support and operational expertise. Conduct a Daily Business Review on every restaurant call.• Ensure restaurants are 100% staffed at levels with quality, friendly teams who are scheduled effectively.• Increase sales by teaching, training, and coaching teams to deliver outstanding Quality, Friendliness, Cleanliness, Accuracy, and Speed of Service. Conduct an Area Operations Review (AOR) at each restaurant every quarter.• Ensure a bench of “A” players through effective execution of all training and development programs and succession planning.• Attain the District P&L Budget Plan. Ensure profitability of restaurants by reviewing weekly and periodic paperwork to confirm all controls are in place and reported numbers are accurate.• Work lunch and dinner shifts. Ensure every restaurant delivers exceptional guest service through strong shift leadership, consistent systems, and a hands-on District Manager approach.• Recruit and hire management to staff all restaurants, and maintain a bench of talent for future growth.• Ensure all marketing plans are executed, including proper installation of POP and menu board elements. Schedule and lead all new product training and follow-up.• Provide leadership by fostering excitement, enthusiasm, a positive mental attitude, and commitment to Prime QSR's objectives.• Audit inventory at each restaurant quarterly. Ensure correct inventory levels are maintained and all equipment is kept in excellent condition using approved vendors.• Prepare, with the participation of General Managers, an annual forecast of sales and profits prior to the start of each year.QUALIFICATIONS• Minimum four years of Quick Service Restaurant management experience, including direct supervision of multiple General Managers across restaurant units.• High school diploma required; bachelor's degree in Business or a related field preferred.• Proven track record developing creative, targeted sales-building strategies.• Strong conflict-resolution skills.• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.• Physical ability to work in a restaurant environment, including standing, walking, and lifting as needed.• Valid driver's license.BENEFITS• Medical, dental, and vision coverage• Health Savings Account (HSA)• Disability and life insurance• Company discounts• Career advancement opportunitiesOUR VALUESDream Big | Work Hard | Get It Done | Play Fair | Have Fun | Make a DifferencePrime QSR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.