Restaurant General Manager — Lead Ops, Drive Growth, Earn Benefits

McDonald's; Stuart Township (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

PTO

Aggressive bonus program

401(k) retirement plan

Car allowance after 5 years in the GM

Disability insurance

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Life insurance

Annual performance reviews

Free meal during every shift

Access to free college degree programs

Job summary

Raccoon Valley Partners McDonald's in Iowa seeks a General Manager to lead a high-performing restaurant and drive profitability while upholding QSC standards. You’ll coach a team, manage P&L, control labor costs, and ensure staffing. Expect 45+ hours, on-call duties, and strategic goal setting for sustained growth.

You’ll partner with the franchisee supervisor, oversee hiring, training, and performance reviews, and deliver outstanding guest experiences in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of Assistant Managers, Swing Managers, and Floor Supervisors to consistently deliver strong operations and profitability.
• Coach and support managers with goal setting, progress tracking, and performance feedback.
• Ensure strict adherence to McDonald's QSC standards and all food safety regulations set by McDonald's and the State Health Department.
• Conduct weekly team meetings to review department performance, identify opportunities, and share updates.
• Participate in weekly and monthly leadership meetings.
• Manage and analyze the restaurant’s P&L to achieve monthly financial targets.
• Oversee the People Department, ensuring hiring needs are met, training is ongoing, employee development is prioritized, and people metrics are reviewed and improved.
• Handle administrative responsibilities, including employee documentation, weekly reporting, and payroll processing.
• Monitor operational metrics daily and develop action plans for continuous improvement.
• Manage labor costs by approving schedule changes, monitoring overtime, and optimizing crew schedules.
• Make practical, people-focused decisions such as hiring, terminations, and performance-based raises.
• Be available to work a minimum of 45 hours per week and remain on-call during restaurant operating hours.

Job description

Raccoon Valley Partners McDonald's in Iowa seeks a General Manager to lead a high-performing restaurant and drive profitability while upholding QSC standards. You’ll coach a team, manage P&L, control labor costs, and ensure staffing. Expect 45+ hours, on-call duties, and strategic goal setting for sustained growth.

You’ll partner with the franchisee supervisor, oversee hiring, training, and performance reviews, and deliver outstanding guest experiences in a fast-paced environment.