District Manager

Applebee's; Lancaster (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

HSA

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability coverage

Life insurance

Paid Training

Complimentary meals on duty

Earned Wage Access (Daily Pay)

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Popeyes is seeking a District Manager to oversee 5–10 restaurants in a designated region. You will drive sales and profitability through solid financial management and strong leadership, guiding Restaurant General Managers and ensuring brand standards are upheld.

The ideal candidate will have 4+ years of district management experience in the QSR sector, a business-related degree, and proven abilities in people development, operations, and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher degree in business or related field is preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated success in financial management and people development.
• Knowledge of OSHA and EEOC regulations and employment laws.
• Proficiency with Word and Excel for reporting and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Oversee 5–10 Popeyes restaurants within a designated region to drive sales and profitability.
• Provide guidance and support to Restaurant General Managers, ensuring consistent operation and brand standards.
• Lead the restaurant teams to deliver high-quality food and customer service with Popeyes' Cajun Hospitality.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Financial management

People development

OSHA/EEOC knowledge

Restaurant operations

Education

BS/MA in Business Administration or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Popeyes® is not like most fast food chains. With freshly prepared food and a recipe that’s remained unchanged for nearly 50 years, Popeyes® restaurants are deeply proud of their food and heritage – and they want to share that pride with you!

What You’ll Get (Benefits):

Find out how you can continue the Louisiana tradition of cooking for guests and serving each other with love, by joining a Popeyes® restaurant team.

• Competitive compensation and eligibility for a performance bonus – we aim to recognize your dedication and hard work.
• Competitive benefits (401K, HSA, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance plan options) – to ensure you and your family are well taken care of.
• Paid Training – we aim to set you up for success!
• Complimentary meals while on duty – Love That Chicken!
• Daily Pay Option – Access your earnings before payday with our Earned Wage app.
• Opportunities for advancement and growth within our organization – Join a team that encourages building lifelong friendships and memories.

What You’ll Do (Responsibilities):

As a District Manager, you will oversee 5-10 restaurants within a designated region, driving sales and profitability through effective financial management and strong leadership. You will provide guidance and support to Restaurant General Managers, ensuring the successful operation of each location while upholding company policies and procedures. The perfect candidate would be their restaurant’s brand champion and inspire their teams to deliver food to guests that is cooked to perfection, made with love, and served up with Popeyes®' famous Cajun Hospitality.

What You’ll Bring (Requirements):

• A minimum of 4 years’ District Management experience, currently in the QSR industry, is required.
• A BS/MA in Business Administration or a related field is preferred.
• Knowledge of OSHA and EEOC regulations, and federal and state employment laws.
• Demonstrated success in financial management and people development.
• Must have excellent computer skills with proficiency in Word and Excel.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to successfully perform all job duties of all positions in the restaurant.