Restaurant General Manager

Gecko Hospitality - Don Hutcheson; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Brand-new opening

Career growth

Benefits package

Team culture

Job summary

Gecko Hospitality - Don Hutcheson is seeking a Restaurant General Manager for a brand-new Quick Service Restaurant opening in Phoenix, AZ. You will build the team, set the operating tone, and establish standards from day one.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of GM experience in QSR/fast-casual environments, with a proven ability to hire, develop, and retain strong teams. You will own the P&L and drive food quality, guest service, and profitability in a high-volume setting.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience as a General Manager in a quick-service or fast-casual restaurant environment.
• Proven track record of hiring, developing, and retaining strong teams.
• Strong understanding of P&L management, labor cost control, and inventory.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations of the restaurant, including staffing, scheduling, and shift management.
• Recruit, hire, train, and develop a strong team from the ground up as part of the new restaurant opening.
• Own the P&L, managing food costs, labor, and overall profitability.
• Set and uphold standards for food quality, cleanliness, and guest service.
• Build a culture on the floor that reflects the brand’s values and keeps the team engaged.
• Handle guest concerns quickly and effectively, turning feedback into action.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and food handling regulations.
• Monitor inventory and vendor relationships to minimize waste and control costs.
• Partner with the District Manager on business goals, promotions, and community engagement.

Skills

GM experience

P&L management

Staff development

Hiring & training

Communication skills

Job description

Job Title: Restaurant General Manager – QSR

Concept Type: Quick Service Restaurant

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Salary: $55,000 – $60,000 per year

This growing quick-service concept has built its reputation on scratch-made food, genuine hospitality, and a family-first culture that shows up in how the business treats its people, not just its guests. It’s the kind of place where leaders are trusted to run their restaurant like an owner, where teams stick around because the culture is real, and where craveable food meets a fast-paced, community-driven atmosphere. Career growth here isn’t a talking point. It’s built into how the company operates, with a track record of promoting from within and investing in the leaders who invest in their teams.

This is a brand-new restaurant opening in Phoenix, AZ, which means the Restaurant General Manager brought in for this role will have a direct hand in building the team, setting the tone, and establishing the standards from day one.

Job Qualifications

• 2 years of experience as a General Manager in a quick-service or fast-casual restaurant environment
• Proven track record of hiring, developing, and retaining strong teams
• Strong understanding of P&L management, labor cost control, and inventory
• Experience leading a new restaurant opening is a plus
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Strong communication and conflict-resolution skills
• Guest-first mindset with a hands-on leadership style
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Job Responsibilities

As the Restaurant General Manager in Phoenix, AZ, you will:

• Lead all day-to-day operations of the restaurant, including staffing, scheduling, and shift management
• Recruit, hire, train, and develop a strong team from the ground up as part of the new restaurant opening
• Own the P&L, managing food costs, labor, and overall profitability
• Set and uphold standards for food quality, cleanliness, and guest service
• Build a culture on the floor that reflects the brand’s values and keeps the team engaged
• Handle guest concerns quickly and effectively, turning feedback into action
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and food handling regulations
• Monitor inventory and vendor relationships to minimize waste and control costs
• Partner with the District Manager on business goals, promotions, and community engagement

Company Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonus potential
• Opportunity to lead a brand-new restaurant opening and shape its team from day one
• Career growth path with a company that promotes from within
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Supportive, team-oriented culture built around real hospitality

This Restaurant General Manager position in Phoenix, AZ, is a rare opportunity to open a new location and build something from the ground floor. For a leader who wants ownership over their restaurant and a real path forward, this role delivers both.