General Manager — Pizza Operations Leader

Papa John's; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Performance incentives

Job summary

Papa John's in Sumter, SC is seeking a results-driven General Manager to lead daily store operations, grow sales, and build a high-performing team. The role requires hands-on operational excellence, strong accountability, and a 50-hour work week with peak-day presence.

You will recruit, train, and develop team members, maintain training compliance, control costs, and drive local store marketing to boost sales. Growth opportunities exist within a strong franchise system.

Qualifications

• Prior restaurant or retail management experience.
• Pizza experience preferred.
• Previous Papa Johns Shift Leader experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily store operations and ensure excellent customer service.
• Work average 50 hours/week with required presence on peak business days (Halloween, Super Bowl, holidays, long weekends).
• Recruit, train, and develop team members and future Shift Leaders.
• Maintain full training compliance and accurate Pizza Academy records.
• Control food, labor, and mileage costs.
• Complete precise weekly inventory counts and address variances.
• Manage cash handling, deposits, and shift accountability.
• Keep store inspection-ready at all times (cleanliness, dough management, product dating, equipment).
• Oversee cleaning schedules, preventive maintenance, and equipment care.
• Execute local store marketing to drive sales.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Team development

Evenings/weekends availability

Job description

Papa John's in Sumter, SC is seeking a results-driven General Manager to lead daily store operations, grow sales, and build a high-performing team. The role requires hands-on operational excellence, strong accountability, and a 50-hour work week with peak-day presence.

You will recruit, train, and develop team members, maintain training compliance, control costs, and drive local store marketing to boost sales. Growth opportunities exist within a strong franchise system.