General Manager

Paisans Pizzeria; Brookfield (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Paid training

Vision insurance

Job summary

Paisans Pizzeria in Brookfield, IL is seeking a General Manager who thrives in a leadership role and is passionate about people, food, and guest experiences.

This role leads day-to-day operations, team development, financial performance, and guest satisfaction. The GM sets the tone for service, accountability, and teamwork in a fast-paced restaurant environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of General Manager experience in a full-service or fast-casual restaurant.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills.
• Proven ability to manage P&L and drive performance metrics.
• Exceptional communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• High standards for food safety, cleanliness, and hospitality.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and direct all front and back of house operations.
• Recruit, hire, train, and coach management and hourly team members.
• Lead by example; maintain high standards of food quality, service, cleanliness, and safety.
• Drive sales and profitability through strategic planning and daily execution.
• Manage budgets, labor, food costs, inventory, and waste control.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and labor regulations.
• Foster accountability, professionalism, and team collaboration.

Skills

GM experience

Leadership

P&L management

Communication

Problem-solving

Food safety & hospitality

Job description

From sweet sauce to sweet rides our goal is to deliver an experience to our guests by fueling them with high quality food in an ambiance designed to stand out.

We’re currently seeking a General Manager who thrives in a leadership role and is passionate about people, food, and delivering outstanding guest experiences.

Position Overview

We’re looking for an experienced General Manager to lead one of our restaurant locations. This individual will be responsible for all aspects of day-to-day operations, team development, financial performance, and guest satisfaction. The GM is the heart of the store—an accountable, hands-on leader who sets the tone for service, teamwork, and success.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and direct all front and back of house operations.
• Recruit, hire, train, and coach management and hourly team members.
• Lead by example/maintain high standards of food quality, service, cleanliness, & safety.
• Drive sales and profitability through strategic planning and daily execution.
• Manage budgets, labor, food costs, inventory, and waste control.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and labor regulations.
• Foster a culture of accountability, professionalism, and team collaboration.

What We’re Looking For

• 3+ years of General Manager experience in a full-service or fast-casual restaurant.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills.
• Proven ability to manage P&L and drive performance metrics.
• Exceptional communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• High standards for food safety, cleanliness, and hospitality.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Why Work With Us?

At Paisans, we believe in growing our people as much as our brand. When you join our team, you’re joining a workplace that values:

Growth Opportunities: As we grow, we grow together. We offer opportunities for advancement, training, and recognition in a fast-paced, people-first environment

Stability: We’re an established and expanding brand with a track record of success.

Perks & Benefits: Competitive pay, meal discounts, flexible scheduling, and more.

Pride: You’ll be part of a team that takes pride in everything we serve & how we serve it.

Vision Statement: Making the world a better place one slice at a time!

Join the Paisans family and make an impact every day.

Disclaimer:

This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the Employer.

and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the Employer.

Notes on Job Description:

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee (5) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship

Confidentiality:

Information disclosed to me or known by me as a consequence of or though my employment by EMPLOYER (including information conceived, originated, discovered, or developed by me), not generally known in the relevant trade or industry, about food, beverage and restaurant services, processes and products, including (but not limited to) information relating to programs, systems, receipts, formulas, client and customer lists, confidential information, obtained from clients, research, development, INVENTIONS, and EMPLOYER'S purchasing, accounting, engineering, marketing, merchandising and selling information.

Job Type: Full-time

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Paid training

Vision insurance