General Manager

Leap Brands; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing restaurant group is seeking a General Manager for their flagship restaurant in Phoenix, AZ. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in fast casual restaurants, with a strong track record in high-volume operations and team leadership. Responsibilities include overseeing daily operations, managing financial performance, and developing a high-performing team. This full-time position offers a base salary of $75,000–$80,000 plus a performance bonus.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of General Manager experience in fast casual or QSR.
• Demonstrated success in high-volume operations with $2M+ in annual sales.
• Strong leadership and people development experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations for the new flagship restaurant.
• Hire and train a high-performing management team.
• Manage financial performance and P&L accountability.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Management

Team Development

Operational Excellence

Job description

Base pay range: $70,000.00/yr - $80,000.00/yr

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Compensation: $75,000–$80,000 base + performance bonus

Overview

We are seeking a proven General Manager to lead operations for a new location opening in Phoenix. This is a high-visibility store for one of the nation’s fastest-growing fast casual concepts — ideal for a hands-on operator who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all daily operations, team management, and guest experience for the new flagship restaurant
• Hire, train, and develop a high-performing hourly and management team aligned with brand standards
• Manage financial performance, including labor, food cost, inventory, and full P&L accountability
• Ensure operational excellence in speed, quality, cleanliness, and safety
• Lead the store’s opening and stabilization period, maintaining consistency and execution excellence
• Collaborate with area leadership and corporate support teams to achieve key performance targets

Ideal Background

• 3–5+ years of General Manager experience in fast casual or QSR (chicken, burger, sandwich, or similar brands preferred)
• Demonstrated success in high-volume operations ($2M+ in annual sales)
• Strong leadership, training, and people development experience
• Skilled in systems management, cost controls, and guest satisfaction metrics
• Proven ability to launch, stabilize, or turn around restaurant locations

Employment details

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management, Sales, and Customer Service
• Industries: Restaurants, Retail, and Food and Beverage Services