General Manager

Five Guys; Temecula (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Bonus plan

Growth opportunities

Real work/life balance

Job summary

Five Guys in Temecula, California is seeking a strong leader to join our team and motivate staff to deliver exceptional customer service and operational excellence. Candidates should have at least 2 years of leadership experience in the restaurant industry and a strong commitment to customer service.

We offer a real work/life balance, a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and a bonus plan, along with plenty of growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of leadership experience in the restaurant industry with responsibility for financial results.
• Desire to be a hands-on teacher, cheerleader, coach, and mentor to the crew.
• Possesses and demonstrates a strong owner-like commitment to operations and customer service.
• Enjoys working in a fast-paced environment.
• A creative approach to growing the business (community-engagement, fundraisers, etc.).
• ServSafe certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a motivated team that delivers excellent customer experiences.
• Ensure financial success and operational excellence in the restaurant.
• Create a positive work environment that encourages ownership and fun.

Skills

Leadership experience in the restaurant industry

Hands-on teaching and mentoring

Customer service commitment

Working in a fast-paced environment

Creative business growth approach

ServSafe certification

Job description

Leadership Opportunity At Five Guys

Do you consider yourself to be a real leader? A leader who not only leads naturally, but can also put together a winning team that is motivated to work together and wow your customers? If so, then this is the opportunity for you.

At Five Guys, the philosophy is simple: great burgers and fries, crafted in a clean restaurant run by friendly staff. We are focused on creating an environment where all our employees take ownership of their work, and have fun doing it. If you're a self-starter ready for a career that you can take pride in, apply today!

We can only do this by hiring great people like you while maintaining our focus on being REAL.

What are we looking for?

• 2+ years of leadership experience in the restaurant industry with responsibility for financial result
• Desire to be a hands‑on teacher, cheerleader, coach and mentor to the crew
• Possesses and demonstrates a strong owner‑like commitment to operations and customer service
• Enjoys working in a fast‑paced environment
• A creative approach to growing the business (community‑engagement, fundraisers, etc.)
• ServSafe certification

What can you really expect?

• Real work/life balance. Our locations are open from 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM. We are also closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas day. Best of all – no drive‑thru!
• Comprehensive and customizable benefits – medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).
• Bonus plan in addition to base pay. Our bonus structure is focused around food safety, customer experience and financial success. We also have a minimum of 1 Secret Shop per week and everyone working on your team is eligible for payout!
• Growth opportunities

Five Guys Burgers and Fries is one of America's most successful hamburger concepts, not just for its food, ranked the #1 burger in America by the Zagat survey, but also because of its employees. We have a unique work environment where you're trained to work every position in the restaurant. From the register, to the grill, to morning prep and evening close, our crew members become a team working in all aspects of the restaurant. We also have a unique crew bonus program that provides the opportunity to earn cash bonuses two times per week giving our crew members the opportunity to earn much higher incomes. We have an open kitchen experience so it's fun and it's loud with lots of team communication. The crew's burger creation is part of the customer experience.