Restaurant General Manager

Workstream; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

BURGER KING® in Columbus, IN seeks a Restaurant General Manager to lead daily operations with a focus on profitability, guest satisfaction, people development and standards compliance. You’ll oversee a team of 20–45 employees and report to the District Manager.

You’ll drive sales, manage P&L, recruit and train staff, and ensure safe, fast, friendly service in a clean restaurant environment. This role requires leadership, adaptability and weekend availability.

Qualifications

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• High School Diploma or GED required, 2 years of college preferred.
• 1-2 years of previous restaurant management experience.
• Strong understanding of P&L management & drivers of restaurant profitability.
• Ability to prioritize own and others’ work and time to meet deadlines and objectives.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily restaurant operations to drive profitability and guest satisfaction.
• Lead and motivate a team of 20–45 employees including Assistant Manager and shift coordinators.
• Ensure compliance with policies and government regulations.
• Recruit, train, and develop staff; manage scheduling and labor costs.
• Implement local marketing initiatives and maintain brand standards.

Skills

Age 18+

HS Diploma/GED

College preferred

Restaurant management

P&L understanding

Time management

Leadership

Guest service

Evenings/weekends

Flexible shifts

Education

High School Diploma or GED

2 years college preferred

Job description

The Restaurant General Manager is the executive leader of the restaurant focused on profitability, guest, people and operations. The RGM has overall responsibility for managing the daily operations of a single restaurant. The RGM operates under the direction of the District Manager and directly manages a team of an Assistant Manager, Hourly Shift Coordinators and Team Members (20-45 employees).

Summary Of Responsibilities::

PROFITABILITY

Has primary accountability for the restaurant P&L and actively manages towards desired financial outcomes

Reviews key P&L lines to increase profitability for the restaurant

Drives sales through proactive guest service, people development & operations management

GUEST

Motivates and directs team members to exceed guest expectations with accurate, friendly, and fast service in a clean facility

Manages the guest experience through operations and timely response to Guest issues

Problem solves guest feedback systems to determine root-causes and develops action plans to address issues

Identifies and interacts with the community to engage the prospective guest and execute local marketing initiatives

PEOPLE

Leads the restaurant’s recruitment and selection process to build and retain an effective restaurant team

On-boards new team members by training and guiding them through the certification process

Inspires the restaurant team by effectively managing individual and team recognition programs

Provides coaching and feedback to Team Members, Shift Coordinators, and Assistant Managers to increase the restaurant team’s capabilities and raise restaurant performance

OPERATIONS

Manages restaurant labor using optimal Manager staffing and Team Member scheduling

Enforces compliance with government regulations, employment laws, and BKC policies

Ensures that restaurant upholds operational and brand standards

*Performs duties of the Assistant Manager & Hourly Shift coordinator when necessary

Qualifications And Skills::

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age
• High School Diploma or GED required, 2 years of college preferred
• 1-2 years of previous restaurant management experience
• Strong understanding of P&L management & drivers of restaurant profitability
• Ability to prioritize own and others’ work and time to meet deadlines and objectives
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Demonstrated understanding of guest service principles
• Available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to work long and/or irregular shifts as needed, for the proper functioning of the restaurant

*BKC is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage all qualified applicants to apply

Every day, more than 11 million guests visit BURGER KING® restaurants around the world. And they do so because our restaurants are known for serving high-quality, great-tasting, and affordable food. Founded in 1954, BURGER KING® is the second largest fast food hamburger chain in the world. The original HOME OF THE WHOPPER®, our commitment to premium ingredients, signature recipes, and family-friendly dining experiences is what has defined our brand for more than 50 successful years.