General Manager – Lead Teams, Guest Experience & Growth

Applebee's; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and performance bonus

401K, HSA, medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid Training

Complimentary meals while on duty

Daily Pay Option

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

Workstream is seeking a General Manager in Abilene, Texas. This role demands a leader dedicated to operational excellence and a memorable guest experience. The ideal candidate should have at least 2 years of General Management experience in the Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) sector. Responsibilities include onboarding new team members and cultivating a positive restaurant culture. Strong leadership, financial management, and effective communication skills are essential. Join Workstream to inspire teams and ensure delivery of perfect food with Popeyes' famous Cajun hospitality.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of General Management experience in the QSR industry.
• Knowledge of OSHA and EEOC regulations, and federal and state employment laws.
• Entrepreneurial mindset and business development knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Drive operational excellence through a memorable Guest experience.
• Onboard new team members and maintain a positive work environment.
• Inspire teams to deliver food cooked to perfection with a focus on hospitality.

Skills

General Management experience

Financial management

People development

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Education

MSc/MA in Business or relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Popeyes® is not like most fast food chains. With freshly prepared food and a recipe that’s remained unchanged for nearly 50 years, Popeyes® restaurants are deeply proud of their food and heritage – and they want to share that pride with you!

What You’ll Get (Benefits):

Find out how you can continue the Louisiana tradition of cooking for guests and serving each other with love, by joining a Popeyes® restaurant team.

• Competitive compensation and eligibility for a performance bonus – we aim to recognize your dedication and hard work.
• Competitive benefits (401K, HSA, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance plan options) – to ensure you and your family are well taken care of.
• Paid Training – we aim to set you up for success!
• Complimentary meals while on duty – Love That Chicken!
• Daily Pay Option – Access your earnings before payday with our Earned Wage app.
• Opportunities for advancement and growth within our organization – Join a team that encourages building lifelong friendships and memories.

What You’ll Do (Responsibilities):

As the General Manager, the expectation is of a leader who is dedicated to driving operational excellence through a memorable Guest experience. You would lead by example and provide guidance in their restaurant to all Team Members. Our General Managers are people-people who are passionate about helping their teams learn and grow every day. They are responsible for onboarding new members of the team and maintaining a positive work environment by cultivating a positive restaurant culture. The perfect candidate would be their restaurant’s brand champion and inspire their teams to deliver food to guests that is cooked to perfection, made with love, and served up with Popeyes® famous Cajun Hospitality.

What You’ll Bring (Requirements):

• A minimum of 2 years of General Management experience, currently, in the QSR industry is required.
• MSc/MA in Business or relevant field, preferred.
• Availability to work within opening hours (e.g., evenings, holidays, weekends)
• Knowledge of OSHA and EEOC regulations, and federal and state employment laws.
• Demonstrated success in financial management and people development.
• Must have excellent computer skills with proficiency in Word, and Excel.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Entrepreneurial mindset, business development, and strategy implementation knowledge.
• Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
• Ability to sell, manage, and drive growth.
• Able to withstand the physical demands a restaurant environment holds.

4425 Ridgemont Dr, Abilene, TX, 79606, US