Hands-On District Manager, QSR Operations (3-5 Stores)

Smithfield's Chicken 'N Bar-B-Q; Jacksonville (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

STD

Mileage reimbursement

15 days PTO

401(k) with match

Job summary

Smithfield's Chicken 'N Bar-B-Q is seeking a District Manager of QSR Operations to lead 3–5 locations with GMs reporting. This is a hands-on leadership role focused on restaurant operations, not an administrative position.

The role requires strong QSR leadership experience, significant drive-through expertise, and a proven ability to coach teams and drive results. Availability for extended hours and weekends is expected.

Qualifications

• Experience leading 3–5 locations with GMs reporting.
• Background in Quick Service Restaurants.
• Significant drive-through experience.
• Strong business acumen; able to coach and drive results.
• Hands-on leadership style; not an administrative role.
• Must be able to taste and handle all menu items.

Responsibilities

• Spend time in locations working alongside direct reports and teams.
• Role requires availability for long hours, including peak days and holidays.

Skills

Leadership

QSR leadership

Drive-through experience

Coaching/mentoring

Hands-on leadership

Job description

Smithfield's Chicken 'N Bar-B-Q is seeking a District Manager of QSR Operations to lead 3–5 locations with GMs reporting. This is a hands-on leadership role focused on restaurant operations, not an administrative position.

The role requires strong QSR leadership experience, significant drive-through expertise, and a proven ability to coach teams and drive results. Availability for extended hours and weekends is expected.