General Manager

Workstream; Plainfield (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Free shift meals

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Zaxby's in Leavenworth, KS is seeking a General Manager to oversee operations, profitability, and team performance. This role requires a minimum of 50 hours per week with open availability, including nights and weekends.

The General Manager will drive sales growth, manage up to 50 team members, and ensure compliance with food safety standards. Competitive salary of $50,000 to $70,000 plus monthly performance bonuses and a range of benefits, including paid time off and career growth

Qualifications

• 2+ years of QSR or fast casual management experience as a GM, or strong AGM ready to step up.
• ServSafe certified, or willingness to obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales growth through outstanding product quality and guest service.
• Recruit, hire, train, and develop team members.
• Maintain food safety and cleanliness in compliance with health codes.

Skills

Management experience

Team leadership

Communication skills

Time management

Bilingual English Spanish

Tools

POS systems

Job description

General Manager, Zaxby's Leavenworth KS

Pay: $50,000 to $70,000 base depending on experience, plus monthly bonus program tied to store performance

Job Type: Full time, salaried

Hours: Minimum 50 hours per week, including at least one opening, one closing, and one mid shift each week

Schedule: Open availability required, including nights, weekends, and holidays

Reports to: District Manager

Position Summary

The General Manager is responsible for the overall operation, profitability, and team performance of our Leavenworth Zaxby's. The GM directly supervises 2 to 5 managers and 15 to 50 team members, and is accountable for sales, profit, guest experience, and food safety.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales growth through outstanding product quality and guest service
• Hit period targets for sales, food cost, and labor
• Write and post the weekly schedule by Thursday at 5 pm
• Ensure the store is fully staffed with quality team members at all times
• Recruit, hire, train, and develop team members, shift managers, and assistant managers
• Conduct performance reviews for all team members and managers twice per year
• Execute all operating systems daily to maintain a clean, organized restaurant
• Purchase food, beverages, and supplies and oversee preparation to brand standards
• Maintain working knowledge of all kitchen and FOH equipment and oversee preventive maintenance
• Lead by example to maintain service standards throughout the day
• Use management tools to keep accurate records and plan for sales and profit growth
• Execute all marketing plans on time and accurately to drive repeat visits
• Initiate and implement approved Local Store Marketing
• Review P&L statements with the District Manager and take corrective action on variances
• Continually develop assistant managers to prepare them for GM responsibility
• Maintain food safety and cleanliness in compliance with federal, state, and local health codes
• Handle coaching, counseling, and disciplinary documentation per company standards

Qualifications

• 2 plus years of QSR or fast casual management experience as a GM, or strong AGM ready to step up
• Prior Zaxby's experience and ZU certification preferred
• ServSafe certified, or willingness to obtain within 30 days of hire
• Working knowledge of inventory purchasing, scheduling, POS systems, and reading KPIs
• Comfortable reviewing and acting on P&L statements
• Strong leadership, communication, and time management skills
• Self directed and highly organized
• Reliable transportation
• Bilingual English Spanish a plus

Physical Requirements

• Able to stand, walk, and use hands for prolonged periods
• Able to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds
• Comfortable working in a restaurant environment with kitchen equipment and hazardous conditions
• Comfortable working in an office environment with computer and office equipment

Benefits

Competitive base salary AND MONTHLY performance bonus

Profit Sharing

• Paid time off
• Free shift meals
• Career growth and advancement opportunities

Zaxby's is an American chain of fast casual restaurants offering chicken wings, chicken fingers, sandwiches, and salads. The chain operates primarily in the South, and has more than 900 locations.