Restaurant General Manager

Huddle House; Russellville (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Training & development

Relocation support

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

Meal benefits

Job summary

Huddle House in Russellville, Alabama is seeking a General Manager to lead the restaurant team, drive performance, and create a welcoming environment where guests feel at home.

You will own staffing, scheduling, inventory, and P&L; supervise operations, coach and develop teammates, and execute brand initiatives while delivering exceptional guest service every shift. Competitive pay, quarterly bonus potential, and comprehensive benefits help you grow with us.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of restaurant management experience (QSR preferred).
• Strong business acumen (labor, inventory, P&L).
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop teams.
• High energy, urgency, and accountability.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Build and develop a high-performing team (and future leaders).
• Create a culture of energy, accountability, and positivity.
• Own the business: staffing, scheduling, inventory, and P&L.

Skills

Restaurant mgmt

P&L

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Training & development

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Training & development

Ready to lead, inspire, and build something meaningful in your community? At Huddle House, we’re not just running restaurants—we’re creating gathering places where friends and families come together over great food and genuine hospitality.

We’re growing fast across the Southeast, and we’re looking for passionate leaders who want to grow with us.

Why Huddle House?

Because here, it’s more than a job—it’s a chance to lead your own business, build your team, and make a real impact.

What You’ll Get:

• Competitive pay + quarterly bonus potential
• Educational assistance through DeVry University (laptop included!) — family eligible too
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision & more
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible scheduling
• Paid time off
• Meal benefits
• Relocation support (when applicable)

Our Purpose

At Huddle House, we’re all about: “Bringing Friends and Families Together, over Delicious Food, Served from the Heart.”

This isn’t just a slogan—it’s how we show up every single day.

What You’ll Do

As a General Manager, you’re the heartbeat of your restaurant. You’ll lead your team, drive performance, and create an environment where both guests and employees feel at home.

Your Impact:

• Build and develop a high-performing team (and future leaders!)
• Create a culture of energy, accountability, and positivity
• Own the business: staffing, scheduling, inventory, and P&L
• Deliver an exceptional guest experience—every shift, every day
• Execute marketing and brand initiatives flawlessly
• Ensure compliance, safety, and operational excellence

What We’re Looking For

You’re not just a manager—you’re a leader who takes ownership and brings people along with you.

You Bring:

• 3–5 years of restaurant management experience (QSR preferred)
• Strong business acumen (labor, inventory, P&L)
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop teams
• High energy, urgency, and accountability
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

The Reality of the Role

Let’s be real—this is a fast-paced, hands-on role. You’ll be:

• On your feet for extended periods
• Working in a high-energy, high-heat environment
• Lifting up to 50 lbs
• Leading from the front, not behind a desk

Why You’ll Love It Here

At Huddle House, we believe:

• People come first
• Service matters
• Excellence is the standard
• Passion drives everything
• Accountability builds success

This is your chance to run your restaurant like it’s your own—because here, we believe:

“Your House. Your Kitchen.”

Compensation: $45,000-$65,000 Salary Range

HUDDLE HOUSE is a unique member of the communities it serves. The bonds created between our team members and our customers are unlike those seen in most other chain restaurants. Our Company Purpose reflects this unique element of the Huddle House dining experience:

Bringing Friends and Families Together over Delicious Food Served from the Heart.

At Huddle House, we believe it’s “YOUR HOUSE. YOUR KITCHEN.” Huddle House is the place where the guest is the boss. We’re giving families across America a place that gives them exactly what they want: freshly prepared food, any way they like it. Whether it’s a quick bite before work, or a place to sit, chat and laugh with family and friends, we tell guests: “Get comfortable…this is YOUR HOUSE and YOUR KITCHEN”.