Restaurant General Manager

Qdoba Restaurant Corporation; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary plus bonus

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off + holidays

401(k) with company match

Free QDOBA meals while you work

Career growth with Thrive-backed brand

Inclusive, valued workplace

Job summary

Qdoba Restaurant Corporation seeks a General Manager to lead its Columbia, SC, location with passion and purpose. You’ll drive team performance, guest satisfaction, and daily operations, ensuring a warm, safe, and efficient dining experience.

You’ll manage budgets, scheduling, and inventory while mentoring a strong team and building community ties. This role offers growth within a growing brand backed by Thrive Restaurant Group.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in restaurant management (fast casual or full service preferred).
• Proven ability to build and mentor high-performing teams.
• Budget awareness and operational accuracy are essential.
• Exceptional communication and a hands-on leadership style.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example to energize the team and deliver memorable guest experiences.
• Hire, train, and develop a dream team that embodies QDOBA values.
• Own the numbers: manage budgets, inventory, and scheduling.
• Foster growth, accountability, and a positive work culture.
• Build community connections to convert guests into regulars.
• Ensure safety, cleanliness, and excellence from open to close.

Skills

Team leadership

Budget management

Staff development

Strong communication

Flexible scheduling

Job description

Fuel Your Future with Flavor. Lead with Purpose.

Are you a people-powered, flavor-forward, taco-loving legend? Then we’ve got a leadership opportunity that’s as bold as our burritos. QDOBA Mexican Eats is on the hunt for a General Manager who’s ready to bring the heat, leading with passion, purpose, and plenty of queso.

When you join QDOBA, you’re not just stepping into a restaurant - you’re stepping into the Thrive Restaurant Group family. That means heart, soul, integrity, and a seriously awesome people-first culture that believes you can thrive at work and in life.

What You’ll Be Dishing Out:

• Lead by example - energize your team and deliver unforgettable guest experiences
• Hire, train & develop a dream team that brings the QDOBA magic every shift
• Own the numbers - manage budgets, inventory, scheduling, and all the fun operations stuff
• Foster a culture of growth, accountability, and positivity
• Build community connections that turn guests into regulars
• Ensure safety, cleanliness, and excellence from open to close

Ingredients for a Rock Star GM:

• 2+ years in restaurant management (fast casual or full service preferred)
• A track record of building strong teams & mentoring future leaders
• Budget-savvy, people-smart, and solutions-focused
• You communicate like a pro and hustle with heart
• Nights, weekends, holidays? No problem-you're all in.

Why You’ll Love Rolling with Us:

• Competitive salary + bonus potential
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off + holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Free QDOBA meals while you work (yes, really!)
• Career growth with a growing brand backed by Thrive
• A workplace where you’re seen, heard, and valued

QDOBA and Thrive Restaurant Group are Equal Opportunity Employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

Please note: This is a job posting. A full job description is available upon request or will be provided during onboarding.

We also participate in E-Verify in NC, SC, TN, and Fremont, NE to confirm employment eligibility in accordance with federal guidelines.

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