General Manager

Bigdanscarwash; Bradenton, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Big Dan's is seeking a General Manager for our fast-paced, fully automated express car wash in Bradenton, FL. You will work with the Operating Partner to build a strong team and ensure smooth daily operations within budget while delivering an outstanding customer experience.

Ideal candidates have leadership experience in process-driven settings, a passion for safety and quality, and the ability to mentor staff, manage memberships, and continuously improve efficiency on site.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, operations, production, or distribution environments.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Ability to balance customer service with operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing team to deliver a top-notch car wash experience.
• Ensure smooth daily operations and adherence to budget and standards.
• Engage customers at the pay station and promote memberships.
• Drive safety, cleanliness, and continuous improvement on site.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Customer service

Team mentoring

Safety awareness

Job description

We are proud to be the fastest-growing, fully automated express car wash business in the Southeast, setting new standards for quality, speed, and customer satisfaction.

Join our team and become part of an exciting journey, working under dynamic and forward-thinking leadership that values innovation, teamwork, and personal growth. We’re seeking dedicated individuals who seek toexceed expectations, deliver anextraordinary customer experience, and provide anexceptionally clean car—every customer, every visit.

The General Manager works closely with the Operating Partner to build and maintain a strong team that delivers a top-notch car wash experience. This means making sure everything runs smoothly, efficiently, and within budget. They are also responsible for keeping the site looking great, well-maintained, and operating at its best. Most importantly, the General Manager helps create a positive culture by leading with the company’s values and making sure the team stays focused on delivering great service every day. This includes spending time at the pay station greeting customers and actively selling memberships to single-wash customers.

The ideal candidate will have experience in manufacturing, operations, production, distribution, logistics, or other process-driven environments where success depends on managing people, maintaining standards, improving efficiency, and delivering consistent results. They should be comfortable leading from the front, working in a fast-paced setting, and balancing customer service with operational excellence.

We offer you:

• Fast-paced, high-volume environment (You won’t be bored.)


• Active work outside (Don’t like being inside? You’ll love our work.)


• Growth opportunity (We promote from within, Big Dan's is rapidly expanding with the opportunity of Management positions at current or future locations)


• Paid training.


• Salary plus bonus.

We want you to:

• Serve our customers in a friendly manner with a big smile!


• Be cooperative with your team members and follow our systems.


• Like to learn new skills in areas of safety, mechanical, and customer service.


• Maintain a clean appearance according to our standards.


• Assist the Operating Partner with all aspects of running a wash.


• Lead and mentor by example.


• Be a problem solver.