General Manager-QSR JN -092026-181088

Goodwin Recruiting; Gettysburg (Adams County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting is seeking a hands-on General Manager for a high-volume QSR in the Hanover/Gettysburg, PA area. You will own daily operations, develop your team, and drive strong financial performance.

Lead brand standards, coach a leadership team, and manage the P&L including labor and food costs in a fast-paced environment. McDonald’s experience is a must, with opportunities for growth and advancement within the expanding organization.

Qualifications

• Experience managing high-volume QSR or fast-paced restaurants.
• Hands-on leadership with strong operational focus.
• Proven ability to lead teams and drive performance.
• Solid financial acumen with cost management experience.
• High energy, accountability, and strong communication.
• McDonald’s experience is a must.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of daily restaurant operations
• Drive execution of brand standards (quality, service, cleanliness)
• Manage and improve key performance metrics (speed, service, guest satisfaction)
• Coach, develop, and build a strong leadership team
• Own full P&L including labor, food cost, and controllables
• Maintain food safety, compliance, and audit readiness
• Deliver an exceptional guest experience and resolve customer concerns

Skills

QSR management

Operations leadership

P&L ownership

Financial acumen

Team development

Strong communication

High energy

McDonald’s exp

Job description

General Manager | High-Volume QSR Leader

Location: Hanover / Gettysburg, PA

Compensation: $60K – $80K + Bonus + Benefits

We're partnering with a fast-growing, high-performing QSR franchise group with multiple locations across the Northeast. Known for a people-first culture, strong operational standards, and internal growth, this organization is focused on building high-performing teams and promoting from within.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on General Manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to grow with a dynamic, expanding organization.

The Role

As General Manager, you'll take full ownership of a high-volume restaurant, leading daily operations, developing your team, and driving strong financial performance. You'll play a key role in building culture, executing standards, and delivering results.

What You'll Do

• Lead all aspects of daily restaurant operations
• Drive execution of brand standards (quality, service, cleanliness)
• Manage and improve key performance metrics (speed, service, guest satisfaction)
• Coach, develop, and build a strong leadership team
• Own full P&L performance including labor, food cost, and controllables
• Maintain food safety, compliance, and audit readiness
• Deliver an exceptional guest experience and resolve customer concerns

What We're Looking For

• Management experience in QSR or high-volume restaurant environments
• Hands-on leadership style with strong operational focus
• Proven ability to lead teams and drive performance
• Solid financial acumen and experience managing costs
• High energy, accountability, and strong communication skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment
• McDonalds experience a MUST HAVE

Why This Role

• Join a growing organization with real advancement opportunities
• Strong leadership support and structured operations
• Competitive compensation + bonus potential
• Opportunity to make an immediate impact and grow your career

If you're a driven operator who leads from the front and is ready for your next step, we'd love to connect.