Restaurant General Manager: Lead Growth, People & Quality

Dairy Queen; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage (medical, dental, and

Flexible spending accounts

Voluntary insurance options

Food and shoe discounts

Identity theft protection

Daily pay

Tuition reimbursement

Anniversary recognition

Employee referral program

Bereavement leave

Job summary

Dairy Queen is seeking a General Manager to lead store operations, drive profitability, and uphold brand standards. You will recruit and develop a high-performing team, ensure exceptional customer experience, and manage daily store performance in a dynamic environment.

This salaried leadership role requires 50 hours per week on average and demands strong English communication, P&L ownership, and a commitment to policy compliance and quality service.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of GM or similar role in food service leadership.
• Experience managing P&L, inventory, labor and scheduling.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be 18+ and have a valid driver’s license.
• Background and motor vehicle record check required.
• Food Handler’s Permit and/or ServSafe Certification where required.
• Flexible availability including evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction for successful operation, growth and profitability.
• Maximize sales and profitability through systems and processes.
• Recruit, hire, train, coach, develop and retain a top-performing team.
• Ensure compliance with policies, standards, and laws.
• Maintain guest experience through quality, service and cleanliness.
• Commit to a 50-hour workweek (subject to business needs).

Skills

Leadership

P&L management

Labor scheduling

Communication (English)

Food safety knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Dairy Queen is seeking a General Manager to lead store operations, drive profitability, and uphold brand standards. You will recruit and develop a high-performing team, ensure exceptional customer experience, and manage daily store performance in a dynamic environment.

This salaried leadership role requires 50 hours per week on average and demands strong English communication, P&L ownership, and a commitment to policy compliance and quality service.