General Manager – McDonald’s | South Plainfield, NJ

Neolife Updates; SOUTH PLAINFIELD (NJ); On-site; USD 58,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary range: 58k-85k

Monthly bonus up to $1,000

Health coverage

401(k) plan with match

Paid leave & holidays

Tuition assistance

Free meals during shifts

Uniforms & gear

Relocation assistance

Job summary

The Gillis Organization is seeking an experienced General Manager to lead high-volume operations at McDonald's in South Plainfield, NJ. In this full-time role, you will take ownership of restaurant profitability, guide a dedicated managerial team, and uphold gold-standard customer service across every shift.

You will manage daily operations, collaborate with franchise leadership, and develop a strong leadership bench while ensuring guest satisfaction and team engagement.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience as a General Manager running high-volume locations.
• Professional background in quick-service restaurants (QSR), hospitality, or retail management.
• Proven track record of coaching, developing, and promoting staff.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and team direction skills.

Responsibilities

• Enforce Quality, Service, and Cleanliness standards across all dayparts to deliver a superior customer experience.
• Partner with franchise leadership to establish restaurant goals, track operational metrics, and drive overall profitability.
• Guide Department Managers in establishing priorities and refining daily routines to enhance outcomes.
• Recruit, onboard, and mentor Department Managers and Shift Managers to build leadership depth.
• Maintain a welcoming, inclusive restaurant atmosphere where patrons and team members feel valued and respected.

Skills

Leadership experience

QSR/retail management

Coaching staff

Interpersonal communication

Team development

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

POS systems

Job description

The Gillis Organization is seeking an experienced General Manager to lead high-volume operations at McDonald's in South Plainfield, NJ. In this full-time role, you will take ownership of restaurant profitability, guide a dedicated managerial team, and uphold gold-standard customer service across every shift.

Restaurant Operations and Leadership Responsibilities

As General Manager, you are directly accountable for the daily operational health and business success of the restaurant. You will collaborate with organizational leaders to establish measurable benchmarks, develop execution plans, and maintain McDonald's core standards of Quality, Service, and Cleanliness (QSC).

Key Duties

• Operational Excellence: Enforce rigorous Quality, Service, and Cleanliness standards across all dayparts to deliver a superior customer experience.
• Business Performance: Partner with franchise leadership to establish restaurant goals, track operational metrics, and drive overall profitability.
• Departmental Leadership: Guide Department Managers in establishing priorities, reviewing ongoing progress, and refining daily routines to enhance departmental outcomes.
• Staff Hiring and Development: Recruit, onboard, and mentor Department Managers and Shift Managers to build a dependable leadership pipeline.
• Guest and Team Relations: Maintain a welcoming, inclusive restaurant atmosphere where patrons and team members feel valued and respected.

Candidate Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience as a General Manager running high-volume locations.
• Professional background in quick-service restaurants (QSR), hospitality, or retail management.
• Proven track record of coaching, developing, and promoting staff.
• High School Diploma, GED, or higher education credential.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and team direction skills.

Compensation and Benefits Package

The Gillis Organization provides a comprehensive compensation and benefits program designed to support long-term career growth:

• Base Salary: $58,000 to $85,000 annually, depending on experience and store sales volume.
• Performance Bonuses: Monthly bonus opportunities up to $1,000 based on the restaurant performance matrix.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: 100% medical insurance, dental insurance coverage, 100% vision insurance, and life and accident insurance.
• Retirement Planning: 401(k) program featuring a 4% company match.
• Paid Leave: 10 vacation days, 5 paid time off (PTO) days, and paid birthday leave.
• Tuition and Education: $3,000 tuition assistance, partnership with Colorado Technical University, college credit for McDonald's management training, free advising services, and free English language classes.
• Store Perks: McPerks discount program, free work meals during shifts, and free uniforms and McDonald's gear.
• Travel and Relocation: Potential relocation support for candidates relocating beyond 100 miles, plus a travel stipend after meeting retention milestones.

Application and Interview Preparation Tips

• Quantify Operational Results: Highlight clear metrics from previous roles, including improvements in speed of service, labor efficiency, waste reduction, or customer satisfaction ratings.
• Showcase Leadership Bench Strength: Detail specific instances where you successfully coached Shift Managers or crew members into Department Manager or supervisory positions.
• Demonstrate Quality Standards: Share your approach to conducting shift evaluations, preparing for brand audits, and maintaining consistent food safety practices in high-volume environments.

This full-time General Manager position offers an established operational framework, structured performance incentives, and clear pathways for continuing education and executive advancement within the restaurant franchise industry.