Restaurant General Manager - Lead People & Guest Experience

Chicken Salad Chick; Denham Springs (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Meals

14 Days PTO

Medical/Dental Coverage

Competitive Pay plus Bonuses

Fun work environment

Sundays closed (flexible schedules)

Learn from an experienced Operator

Leadership development opportunities

Job summary

Chicken Salad Chick is seeking a General Manager to lead restaurant operations and guest experience. You will train teams, monitor food safety, and ensure consistent service. This role emphasizes people leadership, efficiency, and community involvement.

Responsibilities include inventory, scheduling, and driving performance while maintaining a welcoming, high-quality environment. Sundays closed and flexible schedules support work-life balance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Eligible to work in the United States and 18+.
• Pass drug and background checks.
• Have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• ServSafe or Learn2Serve Management certification (or able to complete before starting).
• Ability to communicate effectively in English; bilingual a plus.
• Willing to work up to 50 hours per week including Saturdays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all restaurant operations and guest service.
• Recruit, train, and develop restaurant staff.
• Ensure food quality and safety standards are met.
• Manage daily activities to deliver excellent customer service.
• Maintain LEAN processes and inventory control.
• Coordinate scheduling and shift coverage.
• Drive performance with accountability and coaching.

Skills

Excellent verbal & written comms

Leadership & team management

Strong guest service focus

Effective English communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ServSafe/Learn2Serve certification (or ability to obtain)

Job description

Chicken Salad Chick is seeking a General Manager to lead restaurant operations and guest experience. You will train teams, monitor food safety, and ensure consistent service. This role emphasizes people leadership, efficiency, and community involvement.

Responsibilities include inventory, scheduling, and driving performance while maintaining a welcoming, high-quality environment. Sundays closed and flexible schedules support work-life balance.