General Manager

McDonald's; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Paid Training

Health Insurance

Vacation Pay

Flexible Schedules

Growth Opportunities

Free Uniforms

Free Employee Meals

College Credit Opportunities

Employee Discount Program

Tuition Assistance Program

Birthday Recognition

Employee Appreciation Incentives

401(k) (eligibility required)

Job summary

A prominent fast-food franchise is seeking a General Manager to oversee restaurant operations in Gastonia, North Carolina. The role involves leading a team, achieving financial targets, and developing staff while maintaining high standards of service and cleanliness. Ideal candidates will have prior experience managing quick-service restaurants. Competitive salary and various benefits are included in this position.

Qualifications

• Previous General Manager experience running high-volume quick-service restaurants.
• Strong background in fast-food operations and customer service.
• Open availability and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a team of Department Managers.
• Develop and execute strategies to achieve financial targets.
• Recruit, hire, and develop Department and Shift Managers.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and operational protocols.
• Collaborate with franchise leadership to align objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Communication

Problem-solving

Team-building

Job description

General Manager – Restaurant Excellence Team

This role is a leadership position responsible for running a profitable restaurant that meets McDonald’s high standards for quality, service, and cleanliness. The General Manager will collaborate with upper leadership to set goals and create actionable plans to achieve them.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a team of Department Managers, setting department-specific goals and providing coaching to improve overall restaurant performance.
• Develop and execute strategies to achieve financial targets while maintaining exceptional customer service standards.
• Recruit, hire, and develop Department and Shift Managers to build a strong leadership pipeline.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, health, and operational protocols.
• Collaborate with the franchise leadership to align restaurant objectives with corporate expectations.

Qualifications

• Previous General Manager experience running high‑volume quick‑service restaurants.
• Strong background in fast‑food operations and customer service.
• Open availability and reliable transportation.
• Excellent communication, problem‑solving, and team‑building skills.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Paid Training
• Health Insurance
• Vacation Pay
• Flexible Schedules
• Growth Opportunities
• Free Uniforms
• Free Employee Meals
• College Credit Opportunities
• Employee Discount Program
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Birthday Recognition
• Employee Appreciation Incentives
• 401(k) (eligibility required)

This posting is for a position in a restaurant owned and operated by an independent franchisee. The franchisee is the sole employer and responsible for all employment matters.