Restaurant General Manager - Lead Team, Culture & Profit

Papa John's International; Cordele (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

HSA/Medical/Dental/Vision

Paid Training

Daily Pay

Job summary

Papa John's in Cordele, GA is seeking a General Manager to lead restaurant operations, drive sales and guest satisfaction, and manage a high-performing team. The GM will ensure food safety, quality, and brand standards while delivering a welcoming, safe dining experience.

The role requires hands-on leadership with a focus on profitability, culture, and employee development in a casual dining setting.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of casual dining management experience.
• Experience in restaurant industry required.
• High school diploma or GED; associate/bachelor degree preferred.
• Strong leadership and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of a restaurant.
• ServeSafe certification preferred (training may be provided).

Responsibilities

• Direct restaurant operations to ensure guest satisfaction and profitability.
• Lead a management team and oversee day-to-day restaurant activities.
• Maintain food quality, safety, sanitation, and brand standards.
• Foster a positive culture and develop team members.
• Drive continuous improvement and expansion of opportunities and growth.

Skills

Team leadership

Conflict resolution

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Operational oversight

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Papa John's in Cordele, GA is seeking a General Manager to lead restaurant operations, drive sales and guest satisfaction, and manage a high-performing team. The GM will ensure food safety, quality, and brand standards while delivering a welcoming, safe dining experience.

The role requires hands-on leadership with a focus on profitability, culture, and employee development in a casual dining setting.