General Manager

Five Guys Burgers and Fries; Alameda (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Five Guys Burgers and Fries is seeking a General Manager in Alameda, CA to lead daily operations in a fast-paced, open kitchen environment. You will oversee financials, inventory, and team scheduling while ensuring exceptional customer relationships.

The role requires 1-2 years of leadership and food service experience, a HS diploma, and strong references. ServeSafe is a plus; you will manage opening and closing shifts to maintain high service standards.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years leadership experience in some capacity.
• 1-2 years experience in the food service business.
• ServeSafe Certification a plus.
• Strong references from people who have worked for you and who you've worked for.

Responsibilities

• Financial and inventory management.
• Crew assignment, training and motivation of the team during your shift.
• Customer relationship management.
• Full accountability for how the shift runs under your watch.
• Typically work both opening and closing shifts each week. Morning shift: 8:00am - 4:00pm; Afternoon shift: 3:00pm - 11:00pm.

Skills

Leadership

Food service experience

ServeSafe Certification

References

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Five Guys Burgers and Fries is one of America's most successful hamburger concepts, not just for its food, ranked the #1 burger in America by Zagat survey, but also because of its employees. We have a unique work environment where crew members and management are trained to work every position in the restaurant. From the register, to the grill, to morning prep and evening close, our employees become a team working in all aspects of the restaurant. We also have a unique bonus program that provides the opportunity to earn cash bonuses each quarter.

We have an open kitchen experience so it's fun and it's loud with lots of team communication.

So, what's it take to be a successful Five Guys General Manager?

Qualifications:

• Minimum age: 18 years old
• High school diploma, some post high school education a plus.
• 1-2 years previous leadership experience in some capacity.
• 1-2 years experience in the food service business.
• ServeSafe Certification a plus.
• Strong references from people who have worked for you and who you've worked for.

Responsibilities:

• Financial and inventory management
• Crew assignment, training and motivation of the team during your shift
• Customer relationship management
• Full accountability for how the shift runs under your watch.
• Typically work both opening and closing shifts each week
  • Morning shift: 8:00am - 4:00pm
  • Afternoon shift: 3:00pm - 11:00pm.