General Manager – Pizza Store Operations & Growth

Papa John's; South Carolina; On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay + incentives

Growth opportunities within a strongfr

Ongoing training and leadership

Job summary

Papa John’s International is seeking a results-driven General Manager to lead daily operations, grow sales, and build a high-performing team. This on-site role requires strong leadership, accountability, and hands-on operational excellence to keep the store inspection-ready and compliant with training programs.

The GM will manage labor, food costs, inventories, and cash handling while executing local marketing. Peak-day coverage and a strong customer-service mindset are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Prior restaurant or retail management experience.
• Pizza experience preferred.
• Previous Papa Johns Shift Leader experience is highly desirable.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and peak business days.

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 training compliance and 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

Customer service

Time management

Job description

Papa John’s International is seeking a results-driven General Manager to lead daily operations, grow sales, and build a high-performing team. This on-site role requires strong leadership, accountability, and hands-on operational excellence to keep the store inspection-ready and compliant with training programs.

The GM will manage labor, food costs, inventories, and cash handling while executing local marketing. Peak-day coverage and a strong customer-service mindset are essential for success.