General Manager

Jimmy John's; Valley Park (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jimmy John's in Valley Park, MO is seeking a General Manager to oversee all in-store operations, including staffing, scheduling, food safety, inventory, COGS, cash handling and brand compliance.

You will lead a team, coach and train employees, ensure high standards, and execute procedures with integrity; this is a bonus-eligible, full-time role requiring 40+ hours. Candidates should have strong leadership and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to work a 40+ hour week.
• At least 18 years of age with valid driver license and clean driving record.
• Must be able to perform, teach and train all aspects of Assistant Manager, PIC, InShopper and Delivery Driver positions as needed.
• Willing to coach and task-manage employees on store operations.
• Organize and establish priorities in the store with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of in-store operations, including staffing and scheduling.
• Ensure food safety, inventory/stock ordering, and COGS management.
• Handle cash, maintain brand compliance, and uphold store standards.
• Lead and develop employees with 100% integrity and strong leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

Scheduling

Training

Customer service

Tools

Jimmy John Manager Certification

ServSafe Manager Certification

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. This is a Bonus-eligible position.

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!