Restaurant General Manager — Lead People, Drive Results

DISRUPT; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary + bonus

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Papa Johns is seeking a General Manager to lead operations, people and culture at a store. You own the full operation—from people and product to financials and guest experience. You set the tone and build a team that delivers exceptional service every day.

This role demands hands-on leadership, budget awareness, staffing, training and a passion for hospitality. Competitive salary with performance bonus and room to grow within the organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years in restaurant management or supervision.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• ServSafe or local/state food service certification.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and insurance.
• Availability to work flexible hours, including days, nights, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, train and develop staff; conduct evaluations; schedule; manage conflicts and build bench talent.
• Manage budgets, control food and labor costs, monitor sales targets and keep the P&L healthy.
• Set and uphold service standards to ensure guest satisfaction and handle complaints effectively.
• Stock management, safety compliance, and promotional execution to keep store running smoothly.

Skills

Restaurant leadership

People management

Financial acumen

Quality standards

Reliability under pressure

Hospitality mindset

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Papa Johns is seeking a General Manager to lead operations, people and culture at a store. You own the full operation—from people and product to financials and guest experience. You set the tone and build a team that delivers exceptional service every day.

This role demands hands-on leadership, budget awareness, staffing, training and a passion for hospitality. Competitive salary with performance bonus and room to grow within the organization.