General Manager

Jimmy John's; Independence Township (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Workstream seeks a General Manager for a Jimmy John's location in Independence Township, OH. You will lead in-store operations, staffing, and scheduling while upholding food safety, brand standards, and accurate cash handling.

The role requires strong leadership, system execution, and 100% integrity in daily duties. You will train and coach team members across roles, manage shift coverage, and ensure the store runs smoothly in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to work 40+ hours per week and manage store operations.
• Must be at least 18 with valid driver license and clean record.
• Certified in Jimmy John Manager Certification and ServSafe.
• Proficient with MS Word/Excel/Outlook and Adobe Acrobat.
• Capable of teaching and training multiple roles as needed.

Responsibilities

• Oversee staffing and scheduling for the store.
• Ensure food safety, inventory, and COGS management.
• Manage cash handling and brand compliance.
• Lead and coach employees with integrity.
• Maintain exceptional store order and operations.

Skills

40+ hour work week

Leadership

Self-motivated

Coaching & training

Ability to handle fast-paced

Prioritization with minimal oversight

Education

Jimmy John Manager Certification

ServSafe Manager Certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

General Managers oversee all aspects of in-store operations, including but not limited to staffing/scheduling, food safety, inventory/stock ordering, COGS management, cash handling and brand compliance. The General Manager is responsible for ensuring the store is in exceptional order and that all employees are performing duties properly and efficiently. General Managers must be self-motivated individuals who have superior leadership skills and execute systems and procedures with 100% integrity.

Requirements:

• Ability to work a 40+ hour week
• At least 18 years of age, with valid driver license and clean driving record
• Jimmy John Manager Certification
• ServSafe Manager Certification
• Basic understanding of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat
• Must be able to perform, teach and train all aspects of Assistant Manager, PIC, InShopper and Delivery Driver positions, as needed
• Ability to handle fast-paced and high stress situations in the store
• Organize and establish priorities in the store with minimal supervision
• Willing to coach and task-manage employees on store operations

Additional Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age, have a valid driver license, car and clean driving record
• Must be able to lift 30-40 lbs. regularly throughout shifts
• Ability to stand, bend, reach and scoop through-out assigned shift
• Ability to be mobile in walk-in refrigerator and freezer with temperatures ranging from 40° F to -10° F

We slice our all-natural* meats and fresh veggies in-house every day. Our fresh-baked bread is made right here where you can see it, and our house-made tuna salad is fresh every day. The flavor of a ripe tomato, crisp shredded lettuce, combined with fresh-baked bread, fresh-sliced meat and real Hellmann's® mayo - that's when the magic happens. Made with love every single day since 1983. That's Jimmy Fresh!